Xavier Rudd Announces Highly Anticipated Return to South Africa in February 2024
Renowned Australian roots musician, Xavier Rudd, is set to captivate South African audiences once again as he embarks on his third tour of the country in 2024. Known for his soulful and earthy sound, Rudd will be performing in three major cities: Durban, Cape Town, and Johannesburg.
With a career spanning over two decades, Xavier Rudd has established himself as a unique and compelling force in the world of roots music. His music is not just a melodic experience but a spiritual journey. Rooted in his deep connection to the earth and his ancestral lines, his songs celebrate community, culture, and the human connection to the planet.
Xavier is set to release a new EP early in 2024, which will include the recent 2023 single releases Free the People, Road Trippin’ and High Times. The year 2021 saw the release of his critically acclaimed tenth studio album, Jan Jun Moon, showcasing his creativity and excitement with a blend of natural sounds and trippy analog synthesizers. Xavier also wrapped up two European tours in 2022 and 2023, having made stops at Glastonbury, Pinkpop and Rock Werchter festivals along the way.
To add to the events of the last 18 months, Xavier took out the Australasian Performing Right Association Award (APRA Award) for Most Performed Blues & Roots Work this year for his stunning single ‘We Deserve To Dream‘, before also taking out the 2023 Environmental Music Prize. Xavier won the publicly voted award for his 2021 single ‘Stoney Creek‘ ahead of acclaimed Australian artists such as Tash Sultana, Midnight Oil, Ziggy Alberts and more.
Beginning his career with 2002’s definitive To Let, Xavier Rudd put his message out into the world and was answered immediately. Fans from all over the globe were drawn to the distinctly Australian-looking musician, activist and surfer. His live performances, featuring his signature acoustic guitar and a complex array of didgeridoos and percussion, have garnered widespread acclaim.
As Xavier Rudd returns to South Africa, fans can expect a soul-stirring performance that transcends musical boundaries. His music, as he puts it, is “the greatest medicine on the planet,” offering a healing experience that resonates with the struggles and stories of people worldwide.
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Xavier Rudd’s powerful and engaging performance live in Durban, Cape Town, and Johannesburg in February 2024, and this tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans of heartfelt, soulful music.
Xavier Rudd – South African Tour Dates
Durban:
Date & Time:
Wednesday 21 February 2024
Doors open at 6pm
Venue:
The Playhouse Opera Theatre
Ticket Prices:
From R295 to R795 (excluding ticket service fee)
Bookings:
Available through Webtickets
Cape Town:
Date & Time:
Friday 23 February 2024
Doors open at 6pm
Venue:
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
Ticket Prices:
General Admission – Phase One – R595
General Admission – Phase Two – R695
(excluding ticket service fee)
Bookings:
Available through Webtickets
Johannesburg:
Date & Time:
Sunday 25 February 2024
Doors open at 11 am
Venue:
Marks Park, Emmarentia
Ticket Prices:
General Admission – Phase One – R595
General Admission – Phase Two – R695
VIP Admission – Phase One – R995
(excluding ticket service fee)
Bookings:
Available through Howler
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