The Parlotones
The Parlotones are now the biggest selling rock band in South Africa with more than 300 000 albums sold.
Adults: R125 Youth (6-21): R95, BotSoc: R105, Kids Zone: Yes Book Now
Gates open at 16:00, Concert starts at 17:30 – 19:30
They are known for their electric, polished stage performances delivered against the backdrop of their deftly crafted and darkly romantic lyrics.
Their sound, described as alternative in their formative years and influenced by the likes of Muse, Radiohead and the Smiths, has evolved substantially becoming more refined and focused with each album.
Old Mutual Kirstenbosch Centenary Fundraising Concert
Diarise Sunday April 8 when South Africa’s most popular group, The Parlotones, take the stage at the magnificent Kirstenbosch venue. This special Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon Concert is a fundraiser for the upcoming Kirstenbosch Centenary in 2013 and promises to be a concert ending the summer season on a high note.
Hard to believe that Kirstenbosch started as a derelict farm once owned by Cecil John Rhodes more than one hundred years ago. It was proclaimed a national garden in 1913 and then the work began to create the magnificent garden we know today from the rubble. Today Kirstenbosch is a world renowned Botanical Garden, much loved by local and international visitors. With 2013 being the landmark Centenary year plans are underway to celebrate in style.
The Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon Concert aims to raise funds for this much anticipated and iconic year and with an extra half an hour of great music, the audience will be getting great value for money! Brilliant entertained on a lazy Easter Sunday afternoon in support of one of Cape Town greatest assets. South Africa’s most loved rock band, The Parlotones – is supported by The Ice Project – a soft rock/post grunge band that started out in Potchefstroom.
With a string of hits under their belt and a new album “Journey through the Shadows “ due for release in May, The Parlotones are known for their professional and polished stage performances. Darkly romantic lyrics underline their style and music lovers are certainly in for a treat. Twelve brand new tracks feature on their new album and the audience will certainly enjoy hearing some of these new songs. The Parlotones will have recently returned from climbing Kilimanjaro raising global awareness to end violence against women and children in Africa. Following the Old Mutual concert they will be preparing for a 27 city US tour.
Energetic and savvy, this is a band that has its fans at heart and offers a real experience. With concerts sold out wherever they appear book now to avoid disappointment.
Opening act, The Ice Project has evolved from acoustic sounds to a full four piece band drawing influence from a wide variety of iconic groups. Now based in Pretoria they have shared the stage with The Parlotones and other well known bands. They are currently preparing to record their first full length album.
Pack your picnic basket or buy one from Silvertree Restaurant or The Kirstenbosch Tea Room and prepare for a holiday Sunday afternoon that sets the pace for the upcoming Centenary year.
All money generated through ticket sales will go directly to the Kirstenbosch Centenary Fund.
