Ruby's Review

 A MAN ON A MISSION 'LIKE A BOSS' CHRISTO (BAAS) DE BEER BY RUBYSAGE 17 APRIL 2026 I know that I usually start off  all, or at least most off my articles by saying that this person need no introduction... but really though...Christo De Beer , commonly known a Baas De Beer really does need NO introduction.   I thought that it was high time that I reach out to this legend and visionary in the local live music scene  for a, long overdue, chat.   'Finally!', I thought, here is a man with a wealth of knowledge, and years of experience.  The kind of person who would, surly, understand the type of passion that, I too, have for the local scene.  The kind of person I could learn from.  And I wasn't wrong.  What I did not anticipate, however, is meeting someone who 1. talks as much as I do... and 2. with as much excitement.  We do speak the same language...just in different languages!   Well... the initial plan was to have a 'quick'...

  CHARLIE HARRIS – THE MAN WHO NEVER STOPPED CHASING THE DREAM The name? A spontaneous line to a friend that stuck: “Keep Guessing, Charlie.”  The vibe? Raw, real, and full of heart.   The message? Go for it. Now’s your time! When you are on the outside looking in, being in a band looks like the biggest amount of fun… and it is.  In between the stress, the ‘starving artist’ dilemma, band politics, tight time schedule, etc etc etc… and then there is Keep Guessing Charlie… the ACTUAL fun band who not only know how to have fun but ARE all round fun guys ! If you were to tell me that you don’t know Charlie Harris or his band, then I would honestly have my reservations.  But, for the sake of unbiased assumptions, if you were to ask me, “So, who is this KEEP GUESSING CHARLIE then, well that’s a simple answer, it’s the best garage band that you don’t know.   Just ask them…they will tell you! And while we are busy with all these questions, ...

  SKOLWANE - MUSIC MADE  EXTRA ORDINARY By RubySage   27 March 2026     As we navigate through our days, inevitably, we will constantly meet people from all walks of life.   However, finding ‘your’ kind of people, the type of people that you feel an instant connection with is a less frequent occurrence.   I have been privileged enough to meet a number of ‘my people’ since starting my journey in the local live music scene.   And one of these ‘my tribe’ kind of people is Skolwane ’s Wesley .   Oddly enough, it was another one of ‘my tribe’ kind of people, ex Skolwane and current Indie Dog drummer, Dylan, who put us in contact.   (Thank you, Dylan!)   Skolwane played at one of my gigs recently and I jumped at the opportunity to secure an ‘interview’ with their front man, Wesley, for Ruby’s Review and for this blog.   It was imperative that I find out more about this person and his amazing band!   And on t...

  CEREAL SAUCE - WHAT'S IN A NAME? by RubySage 20 March 2026 Cereal Sauce is the band you didn't know that you needed, and now can't live without.   Well that is my experience and I'm sure, if you don't already, will soon feel the same.   This upcoming three piece band has impressed me more and more with each show I’ve seen them play…the sky is not the limit.   I imagine Cereal Sauce has the potential, drive and dream, bug enough to break through the atmosphere!   ** TO INFINITY AND BEYOND**   I met the original three piece band, Cereal Sauce a year or two ago - I don’t know…with the way time flies by these days, I find it increasingly hard to keep track – I immediately found myself swept up in their rhythmic magic.   They bring an alluring punk rock vibe to the stage that lingers long after the amps are turned off and the stage packed up.   An unforgettable experience that leaves you wanting more is what you can expect when encountering Cere...