Don Clarke emerged as the winner in the search for the "ultimate Splashy Fen song".
Formerly of Durban, but now based in the Drakensberg, Clarke is well known in local music circles as a producer and songwriter, and has many awards to his name.
His song, Hey-na Splashy, will be performed live for the first time at Splashy Fen 2008 over the Easter weekend, from March 20 to 24.
The musician has penned some of this country's biggest hits, including PJ Powers' chart-topper, Sanbonani.
An "extremely chuffed and proud" Clarke explains that he followed a tried-and-true process to compose the hook-filled song.
"I began, as usual, by devising a chord sequence for the feel I wanted and singing gibberish just to get an idea of how the lyrics would fit and flow. After doing this for a while I started thinking about Splashy - the vibe, the people, the sense of family all the things that make it so special - and the nonsense-words transformed into what audiences will soon hear."
Clarke's winning song will also drive the year-long promotional campaign that leads up to Splashy Fen's massive 20th anniversary celebrations next year.
- Tickets for the event are available at selected Game stores (R300), Computicket (R350) and at the festival gate (R400). The ticket price includes camping for the entire long weekend. Entry for children under 12 is free.
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