Bed on Bricks was formed in February 2003 by ex-Sons of Trout frontman Mike Hardy. Joining him is Dave van der Linden on guitar, Tim Rankin on drums, and Schalk van der Merwe on bass. The initial idea was to get together this group of experienced and talented musicians to form a “supergroup” as such, defined by each of these artists’ specific musical styles. The result? A funky eclectic mix of Cape Townianisms that defy easy categorisation, but more importantly, impresses all. The band has been working hard the last three years, with constant tours all over South Africa (including slots at most of the major music festivals, like Oppikoppi, Up the Creek, Mr Price Pro, and many, many more), releasing three full-length albums (Humanarium, If you see Kay, and the live acoustic album, Takeaways), making two music video’s (for “Funny” - which was played on high rotation on MK89, and “Fuck on the Radio”), and a determined drive to be better. This has resulted in a reputation as one of the truly hottest live acts in the country today (the band was nominated for a Kanna award at the 2004 KKNK for best live performance in rock, pop or jazz).

Furthermore, the band has secured very positive corporate sponsorship by Levi’s and Ford, making it possible for the Bed on Bricks brand to grow exponentially. The rest of the year will see the band finish their fourth album, more tours of South Africa and surrounds, and basically just satisfying the needs of their fanatical fans by playing to them that unique style of funky tunes!