Seatavern

Join us for a once-off, intimate evening with Arno Carstens as he takes the stage in duo format at the stylish Harringtons Cocktail Lounge in the heart of Cape Town.Expect a magical performance featuring some of Arno’s biggest solo hits, a few iconic Springbok Nude Girls tracks, and a selection of his favourite covers, all served up with Harringtons’ signature flair.

Come early to enjoy a delicious dinner and some of the finest cocktails in town. This is dinner and a show done right - sophisticated, soulful, and not to be missed.

Date: Wednesday, 14 August Performance: 7PM – 9PM Tickets: • R275 (online) • R300 at the door

Book now — space is limited and this one’s going to be special.

Arno Carstens is a celebrated South African singer-songwriter and fine artist from Cape Town,whose career spans several decades, marked by numerous awards and accolades. He firstgained fame as the lead vocalist for Springbok Nude Girls, a band that played a pivotal role inshaping the South African rock scene. The band’s albums, such as Surpass the Powers (1999),which won the SAMA for Best Rock Album, and Peace Breaker (2007), another SAMA-winningalbum, solidified their legacy. Most recently, Partypocalypse (2022) earned them yet anotherSAMA for Best Rock Album, confirming their continued influence.

Transitioning to a solo career, Arno released Another Universe in 2003, a debut solo album thatnot only won the SAMA for Best Rock Album but also featured the beloved title track “AnotherUniverse.” His follow-up, The Hello Goodbye Boys (2005), won the SAMA for Best AdultContemporary Album and became known for its reflective lyrics and diverse musical styles,particularly the track “Hole Heart.” In 2010, he released Wonderful Wild, an album that fusedrock and acoustic elements, reflecting Arno’s personal journey.

Atari Gala (2012) demonstrated Arno’s readiness to explore new sonic landscapes, integratingelectronic elements with his rock roots. This was followed by Lightning Prevails (2014), whichfurther cemented his reputation as a master storyteller.

In 2016, Arno released Die Aandblom 13, his debut Afrikaans album, which resonated deeplywith his audience for its profound lyrics and cultural significance, producing one of his all-timegreatest hits, “Tjoepstil.” His subsequent album, Out of the Light into the Night (2021), achievedsuccess with tracks like “Out of the Blue” and “Go Easy Love.“In early 2024, Arno released the Afrikaans EP Sewe Sakke Hoop, exploring themes of hope andresilience through tracks like “Hoe Gaan Dit” and “Nagblind,” continuing his exploration of SouthAfrican identity and personal reflection.

In addition to his musical accomplishments, Arno is a celebrated fine artist. His artwork,primarily in oils and acrylics, delves into themes of identity, memory, and the human experience.He has exhibited his work internationally in New York and Miami and holds the title of “BitcoinMaster” for his artwork Psychedelic Night Out. Arno has also embraced the world of NFTs,selling a single, “Broken,” from the Out of the Light into the Night album, as an NFT. Hecontinues to explore new avenues as an artist, constantly reinventing himself.Arno Carstens remains a pivotal figure in both the South African and international music and artscenes, continually pushing the boundaries of creativity and expression. His contributions tomusic and visual art make him one of the most influential and cherished artists of hisgeneration.

www.arnocarstens.xyz