Arno Carstens Duo at Harringtons Cocktail Lounge

Schedule

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC+02:00

Location

Harringtons Cocktail Lounge | Cape Town, WC

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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: https://bit.ly/451nStQ
• 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 first gained fame as the lead vocalist for Springbok Nude Girls, a band that played a pivotal role in shaping 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-winning album, solidified their legacy. Most recently, Partypocalypse (2022) earned them yet another SAMA for Best Rock Album, confirming their continued influence.
Transitioning to a solo career, Arno released Another Universe in 2003, a debut solo album that not only won the SAMA for Best Rock Album but also featured the beloved title track "Another
Universe." His follow-up, The Hello Goodbye Boys (2005), won the SAMA for Best Adult Contemporary 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 fused rock and acoustic elements, reflecting Arno's personal journey.
Atari Gala (2012) demonstrated Arno’s readiness to explore new sonic landscapes, integrating electronic elements with his rock roots. This was followed by Lightning Prevails (2014), which
further cemented his reputation as a master storyteller.
In 2016, Arno released Die Aandblom 13, his debut Afrikaans album, which resonated deeply with his audience for its profound lyrics and cultural significance, producing one of his all-time
greatest hits, "Tjoepstil." His subsequent album, Out of the Light into the Night (2021), achieved success 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 and resilience through tracks like "Hoe Gaan Dit" and "Nagblind," continuing his exploration of South
African 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 "Bitcoin Master" 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. He continues 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 art scenes, continually pushing the boundaries of creativity and expression. His contributions to
music and visual art make him one of the most influential and cherished artists of his generation.
www.arnocarstens.xyz
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Harringtons Cocktail Lounge, 61 Harrington St, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa

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