#MusicExchange: Kurt Darren

On Sunday, when the Springboks play Japan, no self-respecting Bok fan can say they have not played “Kaptein” before a game involving the green and gold. Now add his new single “#Partytjiedier” to your collection.

When are you happiest?

At a great game lodge with my wife and kids – I love Kapama, Thornybush, Rockfig Lodge and the Kruger National Park.

What does music mean to you?

Music calms me even though my show is so frenetic.

What is the most enjoyable aspect of your work?

Being able to sing the songs I've written in front of thousands of people that sing every lyric with me.

What drives you: ego or humility?

I try and surround myself with good people who keep me humble.

Any funny moments on stage?

I have been known to jump off the stage, and have misjudged distances on occasion.

Your heroes?

My heroes have always been there for a wise word in my ear; Whitey Basson, Kosie van Niekerk and Ernst Kleinhans to mention but a few.

What is your most treasured possession?

A pair of Bose headphones – that a great friend of mine, Marius Nel, gifted to me – that made me hear music in a different way.

It’s your round, what are you drinking?

A great glass of red wine, please!

What makes you stand out?

My music can get a party going.

If you were not a musician, what would you do?

I'd own and manage a Big Five game lodge.

Pick five words to describe yourself?

Determined, impulsive, passionate, ambitious and punctual.

What is your favourite word?

100%

Top of your bucket list:

Dining at the top five restaurants in the world.

What do you complain about most often?

Unprofessionalism and unfairness.

What is your fear?

Security for my family.

Happiness is:

Doing what I love for a living

On stage, I tend to:

Connect with my audience.

The best life lesson you have been taught:

ń Toe mond is ń heel mond.

Wishes and dreams:

Many more years of writing music and entertaining people.

@KurtOfficial