Rockets
Western Cape
The Rockets success story is one of determination, hard work, and dedication.
The Rockets have always had a definite and precise attitude to their career right from its inception, having survived both the feverishness and fluctuations of the music business.
They now spend more than 6 months of the year performing outside of South Africa. International trips have included numerous performances in Australia, the Middle East, Seychelles and other parts of Africa.
The Rockets have supported many international acts in South Africa. These include Ronan Keating, Usher, Alicia Keys, P. Diddy, Shayne Ward, Patrizio Buanne, Will Young, Marcos Hernandez, Luther Vandross, The Spice Girls, Wet Wet Wet, Billy Ocean, The O’Jays and many others.
They have also performed at many prestigious events in South Africa, including amongst others: The Staying Alive Aids concert at Greenpoint stadium filmed by MTV and watched by an estimated audience of 2 billion, Unite of The Stars, the massive “Concerts in the Park”, “Olympic Announcement Event”, “National Freedom Day Celebrations”, President Thabo Mbeki’s acceptance of the “Freedom of Vredendal Celebration”, KKNK, “Rand Show“, “10 years of Democracy” celebration and many others. They also have 2 SAMA nominations under their belt, namely “Best Pop Performance” and “Best Contemporary Dance Performance” categories.”
TESTIMONIALS//“It was indeed an honour to have The Rockets grace the Main Stage in the Main Arena…. you are worthy ambassadors for your country…. I feel proud to be associated with a group of your international calibre”
“You guys rocked !!!!!!!! It has been voted that the best party is no doubt … Cape Town, you guys were tops! Everyone was absolutely thrilled with the band’s performance, especially your interaction with your audience. The band’s professionalism and creative energy on stage, makes it a pleasure to work with you all !”