It’s Bakgat Country Opskop time again! For the fabulous Bakgat Country Opskop 2018 line-up and tickets, see https://bit.ly/2s7ZF2h
Taking place for the sixth time this year at GrandWest’s Grand Arena on Sunday 4 June 2017, the Bakgat Country Opskop has become a highlight on the local country calendar.
This year’s concert promises to have fans on their feet with performances by local legends Tommy Dell, Lance James, Matt Hurter and Dennis East. They’ll be joined by crowd favourites Steve Hofmeyr, Elizma Theron, Ricus Nel, Manie Jackson, Leah, Pieter Mohr and Die Broers.
They’ll be singing their biggest hits accompanied by the Bakgat Country Opskop nine-piece band, The Banned. Also on the bill is newcomer Elandré Schwartz, who is currently working on his debut album after being signed live during a performance on Bok Radio.
“Big Daddy” always a fave
No stranger to local country audiences, Tommy Dell is as well known for his hits like Teddy Bear and Little Rosa as he is for his comedic antics. Now in his 70s, the living legend has spent most of his life on stage, just like fellow legend Lance James. “Big Daddy”, as he is affectionately known, has more than 70 album credits to his name and has been awarded numerous Lifetime Achievement Awards for his massive contributions to the local music industry.
Another legend who won’t be slowing down soon is Matt Hurter. Besides his own hits, the “Ride Safe” singer is responsible for fostering the careers of younger stars like Ray Dylan and JJ Strydom as the president of the South African Country Music Association.
Dammit I Love You hit maker Dennis East, has been singing for more than 40 years. When he isn’t on the road, you can catch him at work at his Blue View Music studio where he produces music for the likes of Manie Jackson, who has become a staple on the Bakgat Country Opskop stage. The two have released six platinum selling country albums together.
Still riding the wave of his 2015 country release If you could read my mind, Afrikaans pop singer Steve Hofmeyr’s gravelly voice lends itself perfectly to the genre.
“Boeregirl met ‘n Country hart”
Double SAMA award winner Elizma Theron brings her latest release Boeregirl met ‘n Country hart to the stage alongside the multi-instrumentalist, Ricus Nel whose 2016 album Ouskool Boerseun has already achieved gold status.
Singer, actress and model Leah’s recently released her debut album Wonderwek after the first version cleaned up at most of the country’s music awards, while Pieter Mohr brings his signature blend of modern and traditional country to the mix.
The Snyman brothers, known as Die Broers, round out this year’s Bakgat Country Opskop with their perfect trio of harmonies.
What: Bakgat Country Opskop
Where, when: Grand Arena, GrandWest on 4 June, 2017
Book: Computicket
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