ALBERT FROST & BASSON LAUBSCHER BAND

Sat 07 December 2024

The Armchair Theatre

8PM

073 902 4976

135 Lower Main Road, Observatory

South African Music Award (SAMA) winning and nominated singer-songwriter Albert Frost hails from Cape Town, South Africa. He is renowned for his exceptional guitar skills and soulful vocals, playing rock folk blues - blending delta blues, psychedelic rock, and Afro rhythms in his performances, reflecting a deep connection to his roots. A powerhouse of emotional and energetic artistry, Frost captivates audiences with his mastery of various acoustic and electric guitars and has been a Fender endorsee for 25 years. Revered as the “South African Hendrix” and celebrated by Rolling Stone Magazine as the "Dark Prince of South African blues," he mesmerises listeners with his incredible talent.

Basson Laubscher is one of South Africa’s top blues guitarists, renowned for his exceptional tone. He has been a professional musician for 13 years, performing as both a session guitarist and a solo artist with his band, The Violent Free Peace. Laubscher has released two solo albums, both of which have received critical acclaim. He serves as the lead guitarist for the well-known Afrikaans musician Valiant Swart, as well as for the legendary band Blues Broers. Prior to these collaborations, he was a member of the celebrated Afrikaans band Zinkplaat. Throughout his career, he has played on numerous albums and has toured extensively, both locally and internationally, making him a highly sought-after guitarist.