Jack Parow is the stage name of Zander Tyler, a rapper from Cape Town's Ravensmead neighborhood. He came up in the Cape Flats hip-hop and kwaito scene, which shaped his approach to music. His 2009 debut album 'Cooler As Ekke' included 'Eksie Ou,' a track that connected with listeners for its local references and energy.
Parow has put out several albums since then, like 'Jack Parow' in 2010, 'Parowphoria' in 2012, and 'Afrika 4 Sale' in 2015. He's worked with other South African acts such as Die Antwoord, Die Heuwels Fantasties, and Fokofpolisiekar. Another song, 'Hosh Tokolosh' featuring Gazelle, shows his continued output.
His live setup has included musicians like Felix Laband on keyboards, Shane Cooper handling vocals and guitar, and Ian 'Crazy J' Juries on drums. The music stays rooted in Cape Town's particular mix of sounds, without trying to smooth out its edges for wider appeal.
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