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    #MusicExchange: MarcAlex

    Brothers' Alex and Marc Rantseli are band MarcAlex who exploded on the SA music scene in 1989 with the seminal song, Quick Quick.

    After a long break of absence they’re back on stage at the GrandWest Arena, Cape Town on the 29 July 2017 in Rocking the City 2017 Down Memory Lane, featuring, Dawne, The Boyz, Da Ballies & Essential. Ticket prices range from R125 to R225 and can be bought via Computicket. I caught up with the duo last week to find out more about what music means to them and more…

    #MusicExchange: MarcAlex

    BizcommunityWhat does music mean to you?
    Passion and indulgence.

    BizcommunityHave you had any funny moments on stage?
    When we were doing a gig in Newcastle years ago, someone came on stage to say our clothes are being stolen backstage.

    BizcommunityWho are your heroes?
    Our Mother Yoli – a teacher all her life and fiercely independent.

    BizcommunityIt’s your round, what are you drinking?
    Good wine or a rose cider.

    BizcommunityWhat is the song you wish you had written?
    Careless Whisper by George Michael.

    #MusicExchange: MarcAlex
    #MusicExchange: MarcAlex

    BizcommunityWhat would you say makes you stand out?
    Marc Alex – we sound like no one else when we sing.

    BizcommunityIf you were not a musician, what would you be doing?
    Run an artist management company.

    BizcommunityPick five words to describe yourself?
    Always a gentleman and kind.

    BizcommunityWhat song changed your life?
    Quick Quick – it launched our music careers.

    BizcommunityWhat would you say is your favorite fashion garment?
    A good suit when I’m in shape, and fresh sneakers

    BizcommunityWhat is your greatest achievement?
    To still be relevant.

    BizcommunityWhat do you complain about most often?
    My OCD makes me like clean spaces when that’s compromised, I complain a lot.

    BizcommunityWhere would you like to be right now?
    Atlantis resort for a week, sipping on something nice with someone nice.

    Connect with Alex Rantseli and Marc Rantseli on Facebook, or follow them on Instagram and Twitter.  

    About Martin Myers

    Co-owner at Triple M Entertainment, founder Music Exchange, manager Sipho Hotstix Mabuse
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