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The Black Hotels
Indie / Alternative



Johannesburg, Gauteng
South Africa

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Last Login:  12/1/2009
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Member Since2/5/2007
Band Websitewww.blackhotels.co.za
Band MembersNeil White (guitar) John Boyd (vocals and guitar) Lisa Campbell (bass and vocals) Matthew Fink (synthesiser) Warrick Poultney (drums)
Record LabelIndependent
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Dec 12 2009 8:00P
The Bohemian Richmond/Melville
Dec 27 2009 8:00P
Sibaya Casino Umhlanga Rocks
Dec 28 2009 8:00P
Sibaya Casino Umhlanga Rocks
Dec 29 2009 8:00P
Balito Mall Balito Bay
Dec 30 2009 8:00P
Pero Dias Theatre Mossel Bay
Dec 31 2009 8:00P
Plettenburg Bay Primary School Plettenburg Bay

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   About The Black Hotels
The Black Hotels are an indie rock band from Johannesburg, South Africa. Formed in May 2006 their first release, a five-track EP called Beautiful Mornings, made them one of the most critically acclaimed SA indie bands of 2007 and 2008. Beautiful Mornings was produced by Matthew Fink and recorded at JSL Studios. In May 2009 the band released their first full-length album titled Films for the Next Century, recorded at SABC studios and produced once again by band member Matthew Fink. The band's lyrics are sung by John Boyd and Lisa Campbell. John also plays guitar and Lisa plays bass. Neil White plays lead guitar, Matthew Fink plays synthesiser and Warrick Poultney plays the drums. From the 1950's to current day guitar bands The Black Hotels are influenced by them all, inspired by their own record collections and the many artists that affect them. "Currently the most authentic, original and exciting rock band in SA. Films for the Next Century is the most important SA album of 2009. 5 stars." The Tonight. "Brutally classy songwriting. An album of delicate genius. Films for the Next Century unfolds like an art-house film. 5 stars." Sunday Times Magazine "Reminicent of the best moments of bands such as REM and Interpol. 4 stars." Muse Magazine. "4 Stars." GQ "On some levels The Black Hotels can be a more whimsical version of The Decemberists, on others they are a rockier Belle and Sebastian." Mahala.com "Plays like some weird night in a bar in Russia, sipping vodka with Lloyd Cole and riling up close to a boy wearing a Joy Division T shirt." Painter Jane

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Post Summer Trauma

Post Summer Trauma



Aug 1 2008 8:51 AM

sup my peoples.keep on rocking hope da rockstar lifes treating u guys well

Adrian
Josie Field

Josie Field



Jun 9 2008 9:46 AM

hi guys
saw your music video on MK the otherday, well done its fantastic and so is your music! you inspire me. thanks.
Dani

Dani Baleeiro



May 13 2008 11:42 PM

hey folks! is there anyyy chance you might come down to Brazil? love your tunes, wish I could see you guys perform...xoxo
TACOMA

TACOMA



Apr 2 2008 2:55 PM

hello Black Hotels, and thanks for the friendship !

We are Tacoma, electrorock from Paris...Happy to share sounds with you !!

keep the vibe,

T.

moth

moth



Mar 15 2008 8:46 AM

thanks, looking forward to your gig in durban coming up. its really cool to hear a band from SA with your sound
Bandile

Bandile Booi



Mar 10 2008 10:01 AM

"Beautiful mornings" is great song guys I want you hear your album.
Daumants

Daumants Kalnins



Feb 8 2008 5:10 PM

Dear friends, I thank you for friendship! It’s a honour to be among the circle of your friends! Your music is great! I’m an artist-jewelery-smith from Latvia. I hope you and your fans will check out my page too. Have a great weekend and take my care! Yours Daumants
The Sick-Leaves

The Sick-Leaves



Feb 7 2008 9:30 PM

hi guys and gal!!
nice performance on studio 1 the other night!
the Sick-Leaves
natalie

natalie



Jan 11 2008 12:21 PM

thanks!
i was as an exchange student in SA last year. i "found" your music in the sl magazine and love your music. now im back in germany and still listen to your music^^
hope your coming to germany someday...
annalene

annalene kotzé



Jan 11 2008 4:14 PM

havn't seen u guys live yet.
but thinks your ep sounds
absolutely RADDDDDDD!!!
Marco

Marco



Jan 11 2008 6:39 PM

Yeah hopefully you'll be up in pta soon! You have an album out yet?
Gonna tell all my friends bout you guys, good tunes, good times!
Enjoy the w'end~!
Judith

Judith



Jan 10 2008 6:58 AM

Judith - Future Imperfect

New Music Video

Psss...Enjoy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQwdTz8okXo
Chasing Friday

Chasing Friday



Jan 2 2008 8:29 AM

Hey to The Black Hotels

I saw you at Camps Bay High and The Nameless Pub, great shows both times, also bought the Beautiful Mornings EP and I'm lovin' it! Hope the rest of your tour was also a success :)

Nico from Chasing Friday
3RD WORLD SPECTATOR

3RD WORLD SPECTATOR



Jan 2 2008 5:42 PM

Hey guys

Thanks for adding us. Much appreciated.

Really digging Natalie's video!

Keep in touch.
MadeInChina

MadeInChina



Jan 4 2008 9:43 AM

Ola fellas!!! Hope your rd trip was a cooker - I'm sure it was!!! One of our mates caught one of your shows and needless to say he said you rocked...!

Well nice one lads - hope 2008 is as much of a success for you guy as 2007 - sweetly

Lata
Stacy

Stacy



Dec 15 2007 11:40 AM

i lov coming onto this page...it plays such good music....make me smiley and happy...
Honey Bee

Honey Bee



Dec 21 2007 2:51 PM

hey guys

Melissa here from PE. Just wanted to drop by and show your page some love.

Awesome gig on Tues nite at Tapas! I'm so thrilled that I got the chance to see you perform live :-) It was one crazy crowd and the place was packed. I hardly ever see it that full.

Have an awesome tour

Love love
Melissa
SPIRE

SPIRE



Dec 12 2007 6:50 AM

HELLO TO THE BLACK HOTELS !
YOU ROCK MAN !
SPIRE
Manic Mayhem

Manic Mayhem



Dec 10 2007 1:03 PM

Best of luck on the tour guys. Hope it rocks. Hurry back before I get withdrawals.
MadeInChina

MadeInChina



Dec 6 2007 12:12 PM

Date to diarise - its gonna be a good jam!!!!!

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Part 2 - Even better - see you there, if you still standing from the first one that is...!

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MadeInChina

MadeInChina



Dec 3 2007 9:02 AM

Jeez buds - looks like you got quite a road trip coming up!! Well, hope it rocks and you have good party and safe journey back!!!!
Till then...........
Brokequeens

Brokequeens BQ



Nov 13 2007 10:22 PM

thanx for the add!
really cool songs!!
Linda

Linda Thompson



Nov 8 2007 8:43 PM

Hey guys.
EP sounds great and live @ Five was cool.
looking forward to more gigs soon.
good luck for the Summer Tour..
Michael

Michael



Nov 10 2007 5:52 AM

hi

Black Orchid

Black Orchid



Nov 12 2007 6:23 AM

Hellloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo :)
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