New Academics
New Academics is a four-piece Funk rock band formed in Cape Town, South Africa. They are currently based in Johannesburg. They are known for their mixture of Afro-beat, Jazz, Hard rock, Funk and Hip hop in their music and have built a solid a following in South Africa and Europe with their debut album City of Strange.
In 2008, the New Academics were nominated for a SAMA in the category of "Best Alternative Album".Members
Current
Joe Penn — vocals
David Baudains — guitar
Hugh Hunt — bass guitar
Rob Storm — drumsPrevious
Richard Broderick — drums
Martin Labuschagne — bass
Damian Staz — drums
Howie Combrink — drums
Brendon van Rooyen — drums
Sean Strydom — bassDiscography