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Johannes Kerkorrel

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Bio

Johannes Kerkorrel, born Ralph John Rabie, was a South African singer-songwriter and cultural activist known for his music that addressed censorship, racism, and inequality. His music was folk and rock-influenced, and he frequently performed with his band, the Gereformeerde Blues Band. Johannes was the driving force behind the Voëlvry movement, which transformed Afrikaans pop culture. He also wrote plays and poems, for which he received several awards. Unfortunately, he died in 2002 from unknown causes.

Discography

Albums⁶

Vintage Afrikaans2016 • AlbumTracks: 15

Hoe Ek Voel2012 • AlbumTracks: 17

Voëlvry Die Toer -Live2002 • AlbumTracks: 21

Sing Koos Du Plessis1999 • AlbumTracks: 15

Tien Jaar Later1998 • AlbumTracks: 15

Eet Kreef1989 • AlbumTracks: 10

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