Some songs remind you of a stretch of coastline or a favourite surf break. Some remind you of a friend you spent a lifetime chasing swells with. Some instantly take you back to a wave you'll never forget. SaltWater Storytellers is more than a live music event - it's a celebration of surfing, storytelling and the songs that have become the soundtrack to our lives. Presented by Infinite Playlist Productions, this unique production brings together some of South Africa's most respected surfers, ocean lovers, and industry personalities for an unforgettable evening where every story is paired with a song that captures its essence. Inspired by the Playlist Storytellers concept, the production celebrates the powerful connection between music and memory, creating an experience that is both deeply personal and universally relatable. From chasing the perfect swell, discovering new coastlines, to lifelong friendships, unforgettable surf trips and moments that changed everything, each storyteller will share a defining chapter from their journey before The Black Lapels, joined by a host of special guest musicians, bring that memory to life through a live performance of the featured song. Expect an incredible soundtrack spanning generations of iconic music, including timeless classics from Bob Marley, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, INXS, AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, Pearl Jam, Green Day, Guns N' Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Billy Idol, Paul Simon, The Offspring, Gerry Rafferty, Temper Trap and The Beach Boys. Taking to the stage to share their stories are:
• Gary Green
• Rob Warren
• Paul Canning
• Mike Frew
• Steven van der Merwe
• Spider Murphy
• Anne Wright
• Graham Smith
• Luke Thompson
• Mel Wright
• Tom Hewitt
• Ryan Logie
• Roland Suttie
• Jason Ribbink
• JM Tostee
• Andrew & Lilly Roberts
• Warren Dixon
Joining The Black Lapels are special guests Kevin Colby, Warren Dixon, Roland Suttie, Mel Wright, Ryan Logie, Gary Nixon and Ross Charles, creating an evening where every performance is driven by the emotion behind the story. Whether you've spent your life in the ocean or simply know the feeling of hearing a song that transports you back to a defining moment, Saltwater Storytellers is an experience that will make you laugh, reflect, sing along and leave with a renewed appreciation for the memories that shape us. Better still, this special event is a fundraiser for the eThekwini Surfriders Association, supporting the organisation's ongoing commitment to growing and protecting surfing in KwaZulu-Natal. Come for the music. Stay for the stories. Leave with memories of your own.