South African-born indie rock artist SonOfOld—the brainchild of acclaimed singer-songwriter Nic Olsen—is set to return home for a highly anticipated SA tour this April. The tour supports his latest album, Echoes from a Silent Hill (2024), which has been making waves on the Austrian Indie charts for 11 weeks, peaking at No. 2.
Now based in Munich, Germany, Nic Olsen is no stranger to the South African music scene. As the former frontman of the early 2000s band Perez, he earned two South African Music Award nominations for Best Rock Album and delivered four chart-topping hits.
His songwriting credits also include tracks for indie-rock giants The Parlotones, including their platinum-certified anthem “Push Me to the Floor.”
For this special South African tour, Olsen will be joined by Matt Wilkinson, his fellow frontman and guitarist from Perez, bringing an added layer of nostalgia and musical chemistry to the stage.
Together, they will blend the raw energy of their Perez days with the sonic depth of SonOfOld’s latest work, promising an unforgettable live experience.
SonOfOld “Echoes from a Silent Hill” South African Tour Dates:
- April 19 – Splashy Fen Festival, Underberg
- April 23 – Mamma Luciana’s, Durban
- April 26 – House of Machines, Cape Town
- April 27 – Café Roux, Noordhoek, Cape Town
Tickets are available at www.sonofold.com
Released on September 20, 2024, SonOfOld‘s Echoes from a Silent Hill is a rich tapestry of introspective lyrics, blending alternative rock, folk influences, and atmospheric soundscapes. Produced by the renowned Theo Crous and featuring contributions from Foo Fighters’ keyboardist Rami Jaffee, the album has been praised for its deep, immersive sound and emotionally resonant storytelling.
Featuring contributions from drummer Florian Schanze (L.A. punk band Obliterans) and multi-instrumentalist Rami Jaffee (Foo Fighters), Echoes from a Silent Hill bridges past and present, drawing influences from Beck, Jane’s Addiction, and Neil Young.
A highlight of the album, “Solo”, stands out with its stream-of-consciousness lyrics and hypnotic progression. Described by Olsen as a song that “just happened” during a spontaneous recording session, it captures themes of solitude, self-discovery, and belonging. The track’s dreamlike quality is enhanced by Rami Jaffee’s signature keyboard work, creating an anthemic yet intimate listening experience.
This tour is more than just a concert—it’s an opportunity to experience one of South Africa’s most compelling musical acts in an intimate setting. Whether you’ve followed Nic Olsen since his Perez days or are just discovering SonOfOld, this is a show not to be missed!
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