Founded in 1991 by Franswa Mentoor the band has grown into a household name in the Eastern Cape and you regularly see them playing in pubs/clubs and restaurants across South Africa. For bookings please contact Chris on 0727536488 or Franswa on 0849044338.
The Band Members
Franswa – Lead Singer / Rythym Guitar
At young age fell in love with the music of Bob Marley and started to sing in his local community outside Makhanda/Grahamstown. He is the band manager and lead singer of The Survivals Band.
Bevan – Drummer
A multi-talented musician and a man of little words. His words come out in the instruments he can play.
Maxine – Bassist
Started at the age 0f 14, grew up with the bass and now the youngest member of the group.
Siya – Saxaphone
First half of the twins, listened to Kenny G and fell in love with the sax, enjoys playing soul and reggae.
Vulelani – Pianist
Plays bass as a side and mostly jams with his twin brother on their off time.
Devon – Keyboardist
Devon was influenced by his brother Bevan to join the group and is the one who brings the laughs to the band.
Stefan – Bass / Drums
Started on drums at 10, moved to the bass guitar when he was 15 and now he fills in with steel drums for the band.
The Survivals Band Show Reel
Original Song ” African Woman “
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXfe0NvpCm0