After taking Pretoria by storm, Levi's Vintage Sundays heads down to Durban for October, turning Society into the venue for four Sundays of musical mayhem.

Gonzo Republic come firing out of the starting blocks on 5 October, heading straight for your feel-good button with their deep and dirty mix of groove-laced vocal 'alternate' rock. With a strong emphasis on hard-rolling rhythm, their air of cocky confidence makes you want to forget all your troubles and dance. They're followed by a band that's fast attaining legendary status: the much-loved 340ml. As if appearing in Jozi and Pretoria wasn't enough, this inspirational outfit will put on another great show of dub-infused dance music that's warm and familiar and completely original.

Three incredible individuals line up to keep the music alive on 12 October. The first of these is Baz Corden, a singer and songwriter who knows how to take different genres, meld them together and produce something completely unique. His live show is a gentle mix of folk, country and rock, complemented by surreal, eccentric lyrics and performed with a focused passion. Baz's performance is brought to life with astonishing attention to detail and carefully constructed moments of optimism. Simply beautiful. Next up is Aidan Cornhill, a local from Durban whose blend of pop, folk and country wraps the listener in a world of nostalgia. Eloquent and distinct, his unique acoustic approach goes hand-in-hand with a lyrical integrity that engages and intrigues. On stage he's both the calm and the storm, drawing the audience in with his resonant wisdom before unleashing a sonic power that carries them along on his musical journey, an adventure to the heart and back. Farryl Purkiss rounds the evening off with his ever-soulful, always observant and beautifully composed guitar tracks. Blessed with the rare ability to really connect with his crowd, and aware that his whispering voice is far louder than the most ear-shattering shout, this lyrical poet is a marvel to watch, a truly South African voice with a lot to say.

The 19th has The Arrows in the house. They're three of South Africa’s most tuned-in musicians, a trio that combines exceptional music-making skills with lyrics that hit the nail on the head. Their quirky fusion of jazz-soaked, afro-pop influenced R&B and hip hop is at once spiritual, socially consciousness and left of centre. Don't be alarmed if your head is taken on strange, intriguing trip while your feet move in their own direction on the dancefloor. The Arrows are followed by Big Idea, a band that's as proud to be from Durban as they are determined to represent its incredible mix of cultures to a broader audience. Combining live DJing with samples, beat-boxing, vocals, emceeing and drumming they pull off a sound that literally bounces out of the speakers, through your feet and into your heart. They're more than hip hop, they’re the sound of Durban's subconscious — a party-packed depiction of what really makes the city tick.

The last Sunday in October is a special night with two more exceptional acts on the Levi's Vintage Sundays stage. Raqel Cherry is first up. This sincere songwriter has a sensitive side, as is evident in her deeply expressive, thought provoking lyrics. Armed with a guitar and a delivery that will stop you in your tracks, she has the power to evoke and engage, making here a hit with a live audience. Always empathetic, always incisive, Raqel Cherry is a new voice with an old soul. Let her take you away. Then it’s the turn of young guitar prodigy Luke Siedler. His incredible instrumental skills are complemented by deeply sincere songwriting, resulting in a musical narrative that finds resonance with a vast and wide range of devoted fans. You’ll find the roots of folk, rock and country in his music, all reworked to reflect this rising star’s uniquely beautiful take on the world. To end it all, Gavin Minter will also be joining the line-up for this finale October event.

Line-up

5 October: 340ml and Gonzo Republic
12 October: Baz Corden and Farryl Purkiss
19 October: The Arrows and Big Idea
26 October: Raqel Cherry, Luke Siedler and Gavin Minter