Return of the Jedi Rollers

Return of the Jedi!

After more than a decade in the Death Star of “doing other stuff”, legendary PE band Jedi Rollers return for a once-off reunion concert at Art on Target in Port Elizabeth on December 28.

This much-loved band rocked the Eastern Cape early in the millennium with a unique blend of funk, alternative rock, hip-hop, programmed beats, reggae, spoken word and melodic hooks that built a cult following in their PE home base.

“Superintendent Inspectors in the Serious Peaceful Crime Unit; we don’t just scheme it, we tune it!” went one of their popular lyrics. Now the Rollers are back to tune it one more time at Art On Target.

The band featured a revolving cast of members and collaborators, with core membership varying between five and nine men, women, singers, guitarists, producers, DJs, instrumentalists and MCs. Jedi Rollers released three albums and an EP and saw songs like Push Play, Everywhere and One Hundred Rand included on radio playlists, movie soundtracks and compilations.

Already deep in rehearsals – or at least cross-continental discussions – for the comeback show are Rollers Kendall Beadon (guitar, programs), Hagen Engler (voice), Nelis van Tonder (guitar), Darren Udemans (bass), Jason King (drums, programs), Mao aka Thingimajigi and Buli G (voice).

“We’re gonna relight a funky, friendly togetherness,” said Hagen. “It’s gonna be one big conception of one common goal, a myriad parts of one lovin’ whole. Kaleidoscope aspects of one, Creole soul!”

The Jedi Return show will take place on Wednesday, 28 December, from 8pm. The show will also feature new material and interesting collaborations. Entrance will be R70. Art on Target does not sell alcohol , you welcome to bring your own. For bookings or more information call B.A. at 083 728 5295 email: info@artwork.co.za or landline: 041 373 3334