The Rerelease of GC Records Mixtape: A Nostalgic Journey Through 2014 to 2017

I am thrilled to introduce you to a new studio mixtape titled 

'Underunderground-PN' was produced by emerging artists NateTNate, Lil Zane, Tertius Farmer, Draykey,Gheetro Twala(XG), and Buddy-G. Originally released on SoundCloud in December 2020,

This mixtape captivates audiences through its unique combination of styles and sound.

'Underunderground-PN' has already generated organic traffic and revenue solely through word of mouth, 

without formal promotion or advertising. Recently made available on

All major platforms for wider distribution, the mixtape continues to showcase the talents and potential of each artist involved.

Greetha Chronicle Records, the record label behind NateTNate, is a small-town startup with a mission 

to document the present while preserving the history of a rural community. Through its work, the label sheds light on the challenges faced by locals in a diamond-mining region amidst rising living costs.

Each track in the mixtape offers quality production and compelling storytelling, giving listeners 

a captivating musical experience. As these artists gain recognition, anticipate more exciting musical 

ventures and collaborations in the future.

Discover the Hidden Gems of Port Nolloth with Underunderground-PN Mixtape

Beneath the Surface: The Cultural Archive and Sonic Resilience of Port Nolloth’s Underunderground-PN

In the remote coastal enclave of Port Nolloth, Northern Cape, the local economy has long been dictated by the rhythms of commercial diamond diving and the unforgiving currents of the Atlantic. Yet, away from the shores and out of the public eye, a distinct creative counterculture has quietly taken root. Underunderground-PN, a sprawling 21-track collaborative studio mixtape, stands as the defining audio chronicle of this landscape. Developed across multiple years from 2014 to 2017 and initially introduced via SoundCloud in December 2020, the project has steadily gained traction through organic word-of-mouth momentum, unassisted by corporate marketing budgets or conventional promotional machinery.

At its core, the album represents a triumph of independent resourcefulness. The sonic framework was engineered and constructed primarily by NateTNate and Lil Zane, who not only produced the vast majority of the instrumentals but also curated the overarching creative direction for the collective. They were joined by a close-knit cohort of regional talent, including Tertius Farmer, Draykey, Gheetro Twala (XG), and Buddy-G, whose vocal contributions anchor much of the tracklist. Together, these artists forged an eclectic regional sound that bridges Afrikaans and English rap, gritty hip-hop, soulful R&B, indie arrangements, and Afro-influenced rhythms.

Operating as the corporate and artistic vehicle behind these releases, Greetha Chronicle Records was established as a small-town enterprise with a distinct mandate: to document the present realities while preserving the living history of a marginalized rural community. The label's catalog sheds light on the economic pressures, fluctuating living costs, and daily trials faced by residents in a diamond-mining region where financial sustainability requires immense tenacity. This thematic weight elevates the mixtape, transforming it from a traditional rap compilation into a vital sociological archive.

The stylistic trajectory of Underunderground-PN spans a wide emotional and narrative spectrum. Cuts like "Chemical Reaction" and "Ecstasy" explore complex, turbulent themes of interpersonal connection and human vulnerability, while retrospective pieces like "Radio Talk" detail the early ambitions of artists navigating creative pursuits against heavy structural odds. During the peak of the project's development in 2015, creators like Tertius Farmer and NateTNate confronted significant obstacles, balancing grueling labor obligations with the responsibilities of fatherhood. The standout track "The Chronicle" captures these exact tensions, offering an unvarnished look at young fathers striving to provide for their households.

Lyrically, the collection confronts the unfiltered realities of West Coast existence without romanticization. On the provocative track "WTF bra"—where the title derives from the local Afrikaans phrasing "wat te fok bra"—Lil Zane, Draykey, Buddy-G, and NateTNate deliver unvarnished commentary on their immediate environment. Conversely, the project also captures the duality of small-town life through high-energy snapshots of local culture. Anthems such as "West Coast Country," "W.C.C-lifestyle," and "New Gen Kids" evoke the atmosphere of coastal isolation and youthful bravado, while introspective collaborations like "Faded" and "How to be Real" encourage listeners to move past superficial facades.

As these foundational recordings secure wider distribution across major digital streaming platforms, Underunderground-PN endures as a testament to the resilience and creative agency emerging from the Northern Cape underground. It serves as a reminder that compelling artistic expression requires no metropolitan center—only authentic narratives anchored in the grit of a distinct local experience.