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ARD matthews is a South African singer, songwriter, and celebrated artist whose voice and songwriting have left a profound impact on contemporary music. Known for defining an era as the frontman of the legendary rock band Just Jinjer, ARD burst onto the scene in the 1990s, steering the group toward record-breaking success with iconic tracks like “What He Means,” “Shallow Waters,” and “She Knows.” Just Jinjer not only headlined the country’s largest festivals but also conquered international stages, achieving widespread recognition in both South Africa and the United States.

Yet, it’s ARD’s solo artistry that truly reveals the depth of his creative vision. In 2012, he stepped away from the band dynamic to release his debut solo album, First Offerings. The record exposed a more personal side of his songwriting, rich with introspective lyrics and stripped-back arrangements. In 2018, he followed up with the critically acclaimed Impossible Machines, a collection that earned him a prestigious South African Music Award and showcased his continued evolution as a musician. The album’s launch coincided with one of ARD’s most daring personal adventures—an Atlantic sailing journey from Cape Town to the Caribbean aboard his vessel, The Impossible Machine—underlining his penchant for bold, uncharted territory both musically and in life.

Today, ARD continues to captivate audiences whether fronting Just Jinjer’s electrifying sets or stepping into the spotlight alone. His solo performances are intimate affairs, weaving unforgettable melodies with heartfelt narratives, leaving fans feeling deeply connected and emotionally moved long after the show ends. It’s in these solo moments that his storytelling comes fully alive, revealing new layers of artistry and authenticity at every turn.

BOOKING NOTES

If you can’t get the table configuration you want and end up booking seats on different tables as a result, please do so under the same email address and we’ll automatically put you together on one table. In fact, any seats booked under the same email address we will assume are together and arrange seating at one table.

If this is not the case, however, or if you are booking with friends under different email addresses, just let us know and we’ll make a plan to seat you together.

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If you struggle with the booking or online payment process, or want to swap tables, we can’t help with that - so please contact Quicket on support@quicket.co.za. And, if you can’t make the show and want to try to resell your tickets, please make use of Quicket’s secondary ticket sale option online - or let us know and we’ll try to sell your tickets on the door.

DOORS OPEN AT 4PM, SHOW STARTS AT 5PM