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Biography

THE ROCKETS are one of the most successful pop groups to ever come out of South Africa.

They were recently honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Ghoemas. Their 50th Anniversary sold out show at Grand West Arena in Cape Town also received a SAFTA award for Best Music Show production.

They have 3 South African Music Awards nominations under their belt, namely “Beste Pop Album”,“Best Pop Performance” and “Best Contemporary Dance Performance” categories.

Over the past 20 years THE ROCKETS have done more than 30 international trips which have included numerous performance in Australia, Bahrain, UAE, Egypt, Seychelles, Morocco and various other countries in the Middle East as well as other parts of Africa.

THE ROCKETS have supported many international acts in South Africa. These include Usher, Ronan Keating, Will Young, Patrizio Buanne, Alicia Keys, P.Diddy, Eddy Grant, Luther Vandross, The Spice Girls, Wet Wet Wet, Billy Ocean, The O’Jays and many others

They have also performed at many other prestigious events in South Africa, including amongst others: The Staying Alive Aids concert at Greenpoint stadium filmed by MTV and watched by an estimated audience of 2 billion, Unite of the Stars, the massive “Concerts in the Park” held at Ellis Park, “KKNK, “Rand Show“, The Jazzathon, The Richtersveld Land Claim Celebration, Taliep Petersen Tribute show at Grand West Arena, and many more.

THE ROCKETS have had a long and successful recording career releasing many singles, maxi-singles, albums, CD’s and DVD’s that together, have sold hundreds of thousands of copies. Their music has featured prominently on most of the Radio Station charts in Southern Africa and many have held the no.1 spot.

THE ROCKETS are more than just a group; they’re a musical institution! The Rockets have travelled in excess of 3 million kilometers performing before millions of fans, and they continue to set both local and international stages alight with their colourful, uncompromising and energetic performances.

GENRE: Pop / R&B / Rock

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Jerry Watt, leader of The Rockets, husband, father Jerry Watt, leader of The Rockets, husband, father, son, brother and  grandfather passed away tonight surrounded by family. He fought a brave battle right 'til the end. His legacy will live on forever through his music. We will miss him dearly. As Jerry always said "Let the music play" The Rockets farewell concerts will go ahead as per his wishes. #Letthemusicplay
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Come enjoy your Christmas Eve with us at Dante's i Come enjoy your Christmas Eve with us at Dante's in Bellville. See you there.
Bring your picnic baskets and come join us togethe Bring your picnic baskets and come join us together with Francois van Coke and Tasche for an awesome day at De Waal Park, Cape Town on Sunday 18 December, 10am - 6pm. Tickets available at Quicket for R99. Kids under 13 free.
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1 day to go! Dr Victor and The Rasta Rebels and Th 1 day to go! Dr Victor and The Rasta Rebels and The Rockets collaboration at GrandWest on Saturday 5 November
Two iconic bands become one SUPERGROUP. Dr Victor Two iconic bands become one SUPERGROUP. Dr Victor & The Rasta Rebels and The Rockets OneVision collaboration at GrandWest on 5 November. Tickets from R195, available at Computicket, Checkers or Shoprite.
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Busy prepping for our show at GrandWest on 5 Novem Busy prepping for our show at GrandWest on 5 November where we are performing as one supergroup. Get you tickets now at Computicket, Checkers or Shoprite.
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This is it! One unique union, one spectacular show This is it! One unique union, one spectacular show, one band, one stage, one night only. Book now at Computicket!
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