There are fireworks when a local Afrikaans artist and an Australian country music star come together. Appel and the award-winning James Johnston have joined forces for the duet "Country Is For Me," now available on all streaming platforms. Afrikaans and English lyrics are uniquely woven into one track for the first time.
Appel's Rise as a South African Music Icon
Appel is one of South Africa's most beloved artists. He has numerous awards to his name and has written some of the biggest Afrikaans hits. His latest single, "Klomp Keer Lekker," took the number one spot on Apple Music's Afrikaans chart on the day of its release.
A Career Highlight: Collaboration with James Johnston
"Working with James on this song has been a great honor for me and my career," Appel said. James Johnston, who first gained major success when he reached the top 3 of Idols Australia in 2009, further established his career when he made it to the top 24 of The X-Factor Australia in 2014.
"Country Is For Me": Johnston’s New Release and Acclaim
"Country Is For Me" follows his recent single "Blame," released in September after he signed a record deal with Warner Music Australia. With support from Warner Music Nashville, this single received widespread praise from publications such as Rolling Stone Australia, The Daily Telegraph, The Music Network, and Countrytown.
Live Debut at Cape Town Country Festival
Appel and Johnston will perform on Saturday, 26 October, at the Cape Town Country Festival, hosted by Bok Radio at the DHL Stadium. Cape Town fans can hear their new song live when the duo sings it together on the festival stage for the first time. This festival is known as one of the largest country music festivals in the world.
Tour Success with Kip Moore and Rising Fame
Johnston recently completed a successful tour with American country star Kip Moore, performing in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. These shows showcased his stage talent and cemented his reputation as a rising star in the music industry.
Capturing the Bushveld: The "Country Is For Me" Music Video
Scenestr described his performances as "unforgettable musical moments that captivated fans." The song's music video, filmed by Conrad Theron of Atlas Media, was shot at Nahla Safaris in Schweizer-Reneke and beautifully captures the tranquil atmosphere of the bushveld.
Bridging Cultures: A Song for Afrikaans and English Fans
"Country Is For Me" is a feel-good song that will charm Afrikaans and English fans. This song proves the power of music as a universal language and paves the way for further collaborations between South Africa and the rest of the world.
Appel & James Johnston - Country Is For Me
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Unfortunately, due to logistical challenges, James won’t be available for interviews. However, if you’d like to do a radio interview with Appel about the song, you’re more than welcome to contact Tanya via : Email: tanya.smith@coleskeartists.co.za Call : 082 323 4949.
