Over the past eight years, local band 4am have come a long way since it was founded in 2010.
Last year the band released its second album Dust n Dimes which took the group in a new direction.
The NEWS recently met up with lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Marc Wainstein to discuss the band’s progress since then and what the future has in store.
Marc, a Modderfontein resident, said over the past six months the band has been very busy.
“As we have grown many fans and community members have really become invested in the band,” said Marc.
“The response from the community has been really awesome.”
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Marc said the hard work the band’s members have put in is starting to show.
“Over the years our biggest challenge has been ensuring that we produce quality music,” said Marc.
“We just had confidence in our music and kept on persevering.”
With the release of their second album, Marc said the band has moved away from its rock roots and is focussing more on acoustic sounds.
Marc said everyone in the band is happy with the direction it is heading.
“We came from humble beginnings here in Edenvale but we have started to branch out.”
Since the band was formed it has played at numerous music festivals such as Oppikoppi, Ramfest and Splashy Fen.
“We are really lucky to have the opportunity to perform at music events,” said Marc.
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Most recently the group performed at the Horwood’s Farm Family Market on June 3.
On June 7, 4am will set off to perform at the Afriski Winterfest in Lesotho.
“We are really excited to perform in Lesotho. We have established a great relationship with the organisers,” said Marc.
Marc said at their shows community members can expect a memorable experience and quality entertainment.
In addition to playing at music festivals, 4am has played alongside Gangs of Ballet, December Streets and Desmond and the Tutus.
“There is nothing better than being in a band and going on a road trip to the shows.”
Later this year Marc hopes to release music videos for the band’s Dust n Dimes album.
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“I want fans to be able to come on a journey or road trip with us by just watching a video,” explained Marc.
On June 9, 4am will play alongside Fokofpolisiekar (Polisiekar), Sweet Resistance and Six String Stories at the Saturday Social Club at the Red Roman Shed, Emperors Palace.
To book tickets for the performance visit www.emperorspalace.com.
