is a booming platform that specialises in putting together some of Cape Town’s most legendary events, supporting local talent, and celebrating all things alternative.SBCLTR originally started as a fashion and events promotion company called VEHEMENT YOUTH in 2016, imagined by Matthew Hairbottle and Michael Glass. Post-COVID, Matthew moved on to new ventures in the UK.
This is a brand that aims to create a space that brings together people of all backgrounds and walks of life to share, learn and experience the different scenes thriving in Cape Town. It’s a space for all — however, you define yourself — to celebrate your identity and take part in a multifaceted cultural network that is growing by the day.
“This is the new South Africa and we believe that we should start acting like it,” Mike told Cape {town} Etc.SBCLTR currently focuses on music festivals and fashion brands but has exciting plans to expand into more art, food and extreme sports events. Mike says that he wants “to give people the chance to grow, digitally and otherwise, which in the bigger picture will expand the different industries we target and create more opportunity.
“This is the core of SBCLTR as it’s putting different people from different environments into the same room.”Today, SBCLTR is hosting its own events once a week at Modular which is known as one of the most influential electronic music nightclubs in Africa. Additionally, it promotes some of the biggest festivals in the country, including Organik Love Project, Love and Light, Sexy Groovy Love and many more.Mike’s inspiration and drive are born out of his own frustrations.