Based: Cape Town
Sunset Sweatshop is a proudly South African band from Bellville, Cape Town, formed in 2016. The five-piece group is known for its energetic blend of goema rock, reggae, funk, soul, folk and alternative pop, creating an upbeat sound designed to get audiences singing and dancing.
The band gained attention with their 2017 debut single “Move It,” which received strong radio support and earned them a Bokkie Award for Best English Song. Their debut album, Chasing Gold, followed in 2018 and further established the group on the South African music scene.
Sunset Sweatshop consists of Ian Heyns (vocals), Rossouw Wentzel (guitar), Bruce Sonnekus (guitar and backing vocals), Richard Dicks (bass), and Victor Green (drums and vocals). Their music is characterised by infectious melodies, positive energy and a strong South African identity.
The band is well suited to festivals, corporate functions, private events, weddings and live entertainment venues, delivering a lively, feel-good performance.
