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Afropunk Fusion

Check out Hawema, a hybrid metal-rap band from Durban catching fire in the South African indie music scene right now

Game Changer

How Skateistan is inviting online gamers to play skateboarding games to help kids in South Africa and around the world.

RIP Errol 'Bong' Strachan

A true SA skate legend has passed.

South African skateboarding, music, action sports & creative street culture.

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Current blog posts and classic outtakes from the blunt mag archives.

Game Changer: How Skateistan is inviting online gamers to play skateboarding games to help kids in South Africa and around the world

Game Changer: How Skateistan is inviting online gamers to play skateboarding games to help kids in South Africa and around the world

Community, Creativity, Girls Skate, Girls Skating, Online gaming, Press Release, Ramp skateboarding, Skateboarding, skateboarding development, Skateparks, Social Activism, Street Skateboarding, womens skateboarding

Skateistan, a non-profit organization that runs skateboarding and arts-based programs for kids living in underprivileged and vulnerable societies...

Ticket Giveaway: SA Premier of Humanity Stoked, a documentary about skateboarding, art, life and giving back

Ticket Giveaway: SA Premier of Humanity Stoked, a documentary about skateboarding, art, life and giving back

Adrenalin, Alternative Music, Community, Creativity, Culture, Eco activism, Events, Legends, Music, Punk Rock, Skateboarding, Social Activism, womens skateboarding

blunt mag and Wavescape Surf and Ocean Festival have two sets of two tickets to give away to the SA premier of Humanity Stoked, a documentary about...

Photo Gallery: International women’s pro skateboarder Leticia Bufoni visits South Africa on the ‘Leticia Pushes Mzansi’ skate tour

Photo Gallery: International women’s pro skateboarder Leticia Bufoni visits South Africa on the ‘Leticia Pushes Mzansi’ skate tour

Community, Creativity, DIY skateparks, Events, Girls Skate, Photography, Ramp skateboarding, Skateboarding, skateboarding development, Skateparks, Street Skateboarding, womens skateboarding

Brazilian women’s pro skateboard and six times X-Games gold medalist Leticia Bufoni recently travelled across the country on the ‘Leticia Pushes...

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blunt Flashback Friday - a real blast from the pas

blunt Flashback Friday - a real blast from the past today, one for the real old skool, pre-blunt mag at the dawn of proper street skating in South Africa. Carl Treurnicht, boardslide at H-Street, Cape Town, circa 1990. Photo Skate Edge archive.

#skateboarding #oldskool #hstreet

RIP Andy Lund. Legendary SA musician, photographer

RIP Andy Lund. Legendary SA musician, photographer and brother to many has passed away. You will be sorely missed Andy. Thanks for your contribution and support. Running into you randomly or answering a call from you for a chat was always a pleasure. See you on the other side bru. Condolences to your beloved family and legion of friends. SA music has lost giant.

blunt Flashback Friday - Martin Kacev, method air,

blunt Flashback Friday - Martin Kacev, method air, Gateway Vert Ramp, 'Vert Weekend' in 2004. Photo by Pablo Ponzone.

#blastfromthepast #flashbackfriday #vertskating #vertweekend #savertcrew

blunt events calendar update - Skate comp at @011_

blunt events calendar update - Skate comp at @011_skatepark in Edenvale Joburg, tomorrow afternoon Sat May 13, get down there!

#011skatepark #edenvale #skatecomp #monsterjam #skateboarding #southafrica

Press Release: Siye Matshalilanga takes out the Re

Press Release: Siye Matshalilanga takes out the Red Bull Curb Kings skate comp at Magnolia Dell DIY skate spot in PTA

Red Bull Curb Kings event took over Magnolia Dell DIY spot in Pretoria on Saturday, 29 April 2023. The event saw local skateboarders from around the city come together at a spot built by the Slappy Skate Crew for an epic skate contest. The event was a huge success, featuring rad tricks and amped up performances from the contestants.

Siye Matshalilanga, Shaun Burger and Ruan Wessels emerged as the top three winners of the day, with Ruan taking 3rd place, Shaun earning 2nd place, and Siye securing the top spot with a flawless performance.

Pictured: Shaun, Ruan and Siye. Photos by @grant_mclachlan courtesy Red Bull.

@shaunburger00 @siye.skate2.0 @samkhumalo1 @redbull_za @ruanwessels08 @skatesocietysoweto

#curbkings #redbullskateboarding #pretoria #skateboarding #southafrica

Afropunk Fusion: Check out Hawema, an emerging hyb

Afropunk Fusion: Check out Hawema, an emerging hybrid metal-rap band from Durban catching fire in the South African indie music scene right now

South Africa has a rich and diverse music scene that is home to many talented artists, each with their unique sound and style. Thanks to our diverse influences, hybrid music – infusing punk, rock, rap and traditional African music – are built into our collective DNA.

One such band catching fire is Hawema, a five-piece self-titled ‘Afropunk’ group that uses traditional African rhythms blended with contemporary rock to create a sound that is rebellious and raw in the best way possible. blunt caught up with guitarist Damien ‘Damo’ Roodt to find out a bit more about what inspires the band.

New video dropping Friday May 10. Article link in bio.

Hawema are clockwise: Damo, guitar; Oudskul, drums; TMac, bass; Thoughts, vocals.

@damienrrrude @hawemasa @thoughts_sa @tylerdurban @oudskul_omello_

#PunkRap #RapPunk #ZuluRap #EnglishRap #DurbanMusic #DurbanBand #SouthAfricanMusic #AlternativeMusic #PunkRock #RapRock #CrossoverMusic #MultilingualRap #DurbanNightlife #SouthAfricanRap #newrelease

Marci Rodrigues and Jean-marc Johannes, quick morn

Marci Rodrigues and Jean-marc Johannes, quick morning session at Generation School skate park Kommetjie.

@jeanmarcskate @marci_skate @mig_sta @komskate @heavypelagic

#kommetjieskateassociation #komskate #jeanmarcjohannes #marcirodrigues #skateboarding

On the blunt mag blog - Skate Resurrection: After

On the blunt mag blog - Skate Resurrection: After a 13 year break Gauteng skateboarder Donovan Fourie returns from the wilderness in his late 30s to create Clip Skateboards and nurture his local scene.

Interview Link in bio.

South Africa boasts several small but thriving underground skateboarding communities. At the heart of all these scenes there is usually a handful of dedicated older individuals making things happen, helping their fellow skaters by sorting them out with equipment, mentoring them and doing what they can – often with limited support and resources – to grow skateboarding in their local hoods.

Edenvale skateboarder Donovan Fourie epitomises this kind of SA skate stalwart. Returning to the scene, after giving up a promising contest skate career more than a decade ago to pursue a life as musician and music journo, Donovan, now 37, recently came back full circle to his first love – skateboarding – and founded Clip Skateboards. His mission is now to foster skateboarding in his hometown of Edenvale and beyond and to pass on his passion to a new generation. “Skateboarding saved my life,” says Donovan.

This is his story, with quick Q&As at the end with Clip team riders Kelvin Vosloo, Christiaan de Jager, Calvin Kotze, Pieter Du Plessis, Christo Strydom and Mauritz Pienaar.

Interview Link in bio.

@donovanfourie009 @clipskateboards1610 @kelvinsk8sw.a.s.t.e.d @calvisk8_allday @johnosskateshop @011_skatepark @pieterpdp @chris_totally_sucks_999 @deanmarais @___momo___89 @_simply.joe @matts__lens @paultotallyrocks

Photos: Donovan Fourie, big ass ollie, photo by Matthew Edge; frontside boardslide, photo by Micheal Joos; frontside flip, photo courtesy Clip Skateboards; one footed crooked grind tailgrab, photo by Mauritz Pienaar; chillin blunted; Clip Skateboard team riders - Christo Strydom, frontside flip, photo by Mauritz Pienaar; Calvin Kotze, pop shove it, photo by @_simply.joe; Kelvin Vosloo, backside flip; Mauritz Pienaar, crooked grind, photo by Dean Marais; Pieter du Plessis, frontside flip.

#skateboarding #diy #edenvaleskateboarding #011skatepark #clipskateboards #nevertooold #skateforever❤ #bluntmagza

Marci mellow sunset line from his first street sho

blunt mag Flashback Friday. Will Twala profile -

Soweto rockers Shameless are playing with a bunch

Soweto rockers Shameless are playing with a bunch of bands at That 70s Fest at Tweefontein Melkery in Jozi this weekend. Get down there otherwise have a good one and rock out wherever you are. Photo Duvenage Photography.

@shamelessbandsa @tweefonteinmelkery

#shameless #that70sfest #tweefonteinmelkery #bluntmagzamusic

Game Changer: Skateistan invites gamers to play sk

Game Changer: Skateistan invites gamers to play skateboarding games online to help kids in South Africa and around the world.

Skateistan, a non-profit organization that runs skateboarding and arts-based programs for kids living in underprivileged and vulnerable societies worldwide, has created a unique gamer-focused fundraising project called ‘Play for Skateistan’.

Gamers can choose to skate three characters, Natalia from Johannesburg, Arun from Cambodia and Sara from Afghanistan, while at the same time helping to raise funds for Skateistan. There are also skate parks to choose from, including the Skateistan Skate School in Jozi.

Read the full story at bluntmagza.com, now with a Q&A with one of the game's originators, Heitor Buchalla.

Link in bio.

#PlayForSkateistan #onlinegaming #skateboardinggames #gaming #skateistan

@heitorbuchalla @skateistan @jl_nightmare @itspigeonthief

blunt flashback Friday: Tumi and the Volume, circa

blunt flashback Friday: Tumi and the Volume, circa March 2005

Back in the day (nearly 20 years ago, sheesh), Joburg hip hop outfit were all that. We at blunt mag were stoked to feature them in their prime. Words and photo by Liam Lynch.

Random quote: "Tumi rolls in, well over an hour late... and he's pissed. (He) was late as a result of a run in with the law. It's almost to wierd to be true, as though it is some ghetto fabulous, gangsta addition to his resume. As Dave and I stare at him confused, he tells us how a cop pulled him over as a result of apparently sketchy driving and confiscated his licence."

@liamlynchphoto @stogie_t

#tumiandthevolume #stogie_t #liamlynch #flashbackfriday #bluntmagza

Check out the new 'Briberies' street skating video

Check out the new 'Briberies' street skating video from Vans South Africa. Starring local rippers Ethan Cairns, Alex Williams and Devandre Galant, it is a cracker! Promo reel courtesy Vans SA. Filmed and edited by Joubert van Staden.

@ethan_cairns___ @awilliams_393 @devandregalant @joubertvs @vans_za

#skateboarding #southafrica #capetown #vans #streetskating

PRESS RELEASE: DarkFEST 2023 Stellenbosch, South

PRESS RELEASE: DarkFEST 2023

Stellenbosch, South Africa – DarkFEST returns for another edition from 17th to 22nd April 2023. The media big air mountain biking event, which has become synonymous with massive jumps and high-octane action, promises to be bigger, bolder, and better than ever before.

DarkFEST brings together some of the world's best freeride mountain bikers to push the limits of their sport on the biggest jumps, drops and gaps ever seen. The gnarly and technical terrain at the Hellsend Dirt Compound in Stellenbosch provides the perfect backdrop for the riders to showcase their incredible skills.

The event has been a true highlight in the extreme sports calendar, with past editions garnering worldwide acclaim and thousands of enthusiastic spectators. The 2023 edition of DarkFEST promises to build upon this legacy, bringing together an even bigger and more impressive line-up of riders and bigger jumps than ever seen before.

"We can't wait to welcome the world's best freeriders back to Stellenbosch for DarkFEST 2023, after what we witnessed last year from the girls, I definitely see them going full send next week" said Sam Reynolds, creator and organizer of the event. "Every year, we push the limits of what's possible, and the riders never fail to amaze us. We're looking forward to bringing together another incredible line-up of riders and a new speedier line that boasts a gravity defying 110ft jump to showcase the best of the sport."

South African riders Theo Erlangsen and Ike Klaassen (pictured at last year's event, photo by Eric Palmer courtesy Monster Energy) will be among the impressive roster of men's and women's international riders invited to this year's event.

The public will be able to access the grounds to watch their heroes in action on Friday, 21st April and Saturday, 22nd April, there will be merchandise stalls, music, access to the riders, and food and beverage on offer. Tickets available at Quicket https://www.quicket.co.za/events/210395-darkfest-2023/#/

@ikeklaassen @theo_erlangsen @monster_energy_sa @darkfest_mtb @samreynolds26 @hellsend_dirtcompound

#mtb #freeride #bigair #darkfest #hellsend

Groundbreaking and legendary South African skatebo

Groundbreaking and legendary South African skateboarder, musician and man of many people who loved him, Errol 'Bong' Strachan passed away this weekend. RIP Bong, you touched so many people with your skateboarding skills and jovial, helpful ways and we mourn your loss deeply.

Thanks for everything, blunt magazine salutes you.

A 100% skateboarder and larger-than-life character and a mighty inspiration, there will only ever be one Errol 'Bong'.

One love.

Link in bio.

bluntmag Flash back Friday - 'The Rise of Brutalit

bluntmag Flash back Friday - 'The Rise of Brutality' feature, circa mid-2000s.

Back in the day we took a look at the hardcore scene in SA and abroad, including an interview with Cape Town-bred Ivan Ferreira, who had recently joined UK metalcore band The Hurt Process.

Random Quote: "Ha ha, man the guys love the accent and freaked out when I started talking Afrikaans at the audition. I recently did a tour with Silent Drive (side project of two Bane members) and Calico System, and when some of them got drunk they wanted me to sing Afrikaans songs. I did some Fokofpolisiekar stuff."

#hardcore #metalcore #capetown #southafrica #bluntmagza

@suzysnakes @irish_james

Ticket Giveaway: SA Premier of 'Humanity Stoked'

Ticket Giveaway: SA Premier of 'Humanity Stoked'

blunt mag and the Wavescape Surf and Ocean Festival have two sets of two tickets to give away to the SA premier of Humanity Stoked, a documentary film about skateboarding, art, life and giving back, among other gripping topics.

To win your tickets to the SA Premier in Cape Town next week, check out the trailer and answer the question at www.bluntmagza.com/journal/

Link in bio.

Directed by Michael Cohen, Humanity Stoked is an American social commentary film featuring some of the most iconic skateboarders, surfers, artists and freethinkers in the world.

The documentary includes the likes of skateboarders like Tony Alva (pictured), Tony Hawk (trailer pic), Bob Burnquist, Lizzie Armanto, Paul Rodrigues, Nyjah Huston, Vanessa Torres, Chris Cole, Brian Anderson, Tyshawn Jones, Christian Hosoi, Chad Muska, Peggy Oki, Steve Olson, Bam Margera, Ray Barbee and includes the likes of Neil de Grasse Tyson, José González, Chuck Treece, Chris Dyer and Glen E. Friedman and tons more surfers, artists, activists and amazing humans.

HUMANITY STOKED (SA Premiere)
US, 2023, 94min
Director: Michael Cohen
The Labia Theatre, Cape Town,
18:00 Saturday 25 March

Humanity Stoked is an experiment into how humanity can move forward, as espoused by the world’s most iconic skateboarders, activists, scientists, artists, musicians, and educators all unified by unique experiences and perspectives shaped by their love of skateboarding.

The film depicts how we can peacefully, openly, and intelligently advance humanity into the future. Conversations range from human rights and LGBTQ rights to racial equality. The protagonists speak of how we teach children about fear, environmental protection, giving back, and the value of science, art and music in education and to society.

There are frank discussions around drug addiction and recovery, and mental health. An inspiring look at how humans can be empathetic to the world around them.

For more info checkout:

https://www.wavescapefestival.com/film-festival-2023/

https://humanitystoked.com/

@humanitystoked @wavescapesa @vans_za @thetonyalva1957

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