In our latest Durbanite encounter, we step into the world of The Kickstands, a band that’s as vibrant and energetic as the city we all love. Welcome to another feature on Durbanart, where today we’re hanging out with Gary Nixon from The Kickstands. As they get ready for Splashy Fen and continue to make music that resonates with so many, we’re excited to chat with Gary about a few things: their tunes, what they love about Durban, and some fun, little-known facts.
Let’s jump into our chat with Gary and discover some new angles on both the band and our beloved Durban.
1. What draws you to Durban?
An active, outdoors lifestyle and the strong sense of community people share here.
2. Where is your favourite place to have breakfast in Durban, and why?
Mayfair, Durban North! Delicious, consistent and holds loads of memories
3. What Durban experience do all visitors need to try?
Promenade run/walk in the morning, swim around the peer and a Springbok game at Kings Park.
4. Nothing beats water, but where is a good Café or Bar in Durban?
Surf Riders
5. If you had to recommend a Durban spot to stay for the weekend, to an out-of-towner, where would you suggest?
If you’ve got the bucks, Oyster Box is mint! Otherwise come crash on my couch!
6. When did you know that music was your thing?
When people started paying me to do what I loved doing anyway
7. What’s your go-to shower song?
NOFX – Linoleum
8. You’re playing at Splashy Fen again this year. How many Splashy Fen’s have you been to? How many of those have you performed at?
I’ve been to 12 Splashy Fens, this will be my 11th time performing.
9. What’s your favourite thing about Splashy Fen?
The people, it’s what makes it what it is. Revelry.
10. Your Top Three Things to take to Splashy Fen?
My guitar, the vibes, and every year I try to convince a friend that’s never been to Splashy to come with me!
We are having a combined 21st and 50th next year and wish to know how much you charge for an event.
We will be approximately 120-150 people and would like to host it in our garden under a marque with a stage and picnic vibe. We are looking at round about the end of Jan 25th.
Look forward to hearing from you.