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Blue Valley Golf Estate, Centurion, South Africa

ALTEREGO positions itself as an alternative pop outfit and combine seemingly opposite genres harmonies to create a powerful sound. One hears many influences here; 90’s acoustic pop sensibilities mixed with 80's-era EDM beats and a dark distortion. The introduction draws you in and tricks you, but then the chorus’ giant minor shatters your predetermined expectations. Justin and Darren Oates (The twin lead singers of Alter Ego) are also, amongst other things, racecar drivers and one can not help but think their speed fiend tendencies have contributed to the spirit of these bittersweet love songs. It creates that nostalgic feeling of a slomo sunset at a music festival or silhouettes at the beach bonfire. The band aims to bring something new, fresh, and international to the South African music industry.