The “3D world Created by Sony” on Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, Johannesburg, will host South African Supergroup, The Parlotones Live in concert in 3D for the first time on 1st July made possible by Sony Entertainment Television.

 The Parlotones are known for their electric, polished stage performances delivered against the backdrop of their deftly crafted and darkly romantic lyrics. Their sound, of Muse, Radiohead and the Smiths, has evolved substantially becoming more refined and focused with each album. The band experiment sonically with their sound and various structures are utilised in their songs, including the typical Doo-Wop cycle or traditional Folk structure. The Parlotones are the biggest selling rock band in South African history !

 The band have received a vast number of acknowledgements which include: South African Music Awards, MK Awards and are spokespersons for both Live Earth and Earth Hour along with Bishop Desmond Tutu, Prince

Charles and Rihanna. The band also gives of their time for social investment projects which include The Starfish Foundation and Children’s Charities.

 The Parlotones recent performance for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ “Kick-Off” opening concert at the Orlando Stadium in Soweto, saw them play to a global audience in excess of 1 billion.

 The Parlotones are currently touring across Europe playing festivals and events in both Germany and the UK. The campaign included the bands official introduction to their own wine brand “Giant Mistake” exclusively via Kaufhof, PLUS radio, TV, Press, Online and Live performances which will certainly wow the German audiences.

 The bands festival activity over the summer will cover a wealth of European Territories including UK, Germany, Switzerland and Luxembourg. This will be in support of the worldwide release of the bands current album Stardust Galaxies. The band will return to Europe in the Autumn with extensive tours of Germany, UK, France, The Netherlands, Scandinavia and Italy.

This band is destined for international success, no doubt!

A technological marvel, the 3D world, Created by Sony will provide visitors a glimpse at quality 3D Entertainment. Fans for the first time will be able to enjoy mind-blowing 3D images of the band while they perform LIVE!

The 3D world will be open to all visitors from 9 June to 12 July, from 10am to 10pm – Free to all visitors.

The Sunday Times Top 10 is compiled by Neil Pendock from suggestions made by independent retailers, supermarket chains and wine bars. We hope to be biased in favour of interesting wines with good value-for-money characteristics.

The Parlotones rocked up at Sanctum and played a tiny but perfectly formed set for a select few last night.

The Joberg boys were in full force but calmed down by the hotel ethos (Iron Maiden owned) with a thundering few tracks to prime the new album Stardust Galaxies.

Talking to Music-News.com about tonights gig at at the Electric Ballroom guitarist Paul said: “can’t wait!” Nor can we!

the rest is… as they say history:

2010-04-23 The Parlotones at The Irish Centre Birmingham (WITH ASH)
2010-04-24 The Parlotones at Leeds Metropolitan University (WITH ASH)
2010-04-25 The Parlotones at O2 Academy NewCastle (WITH ASH)
2010-04-28 The Parlotones at Academy 2 (WITH ASH)
2010-04-30 The Parlotones at The Academy (WITH ASH)
2010-05-01 The Parlotones at Concorde 2 (WITH ASH)
2010-05-02 The Parlotones at The O2 Academy (WITH ASH)
2010-05-04 The Parlotones at The Electric Ballroom (WITH ASH) **SOLD OUT**
2010-05-05 The Parlotones at Roadmender Northampton (WITH ASH)
2010-05-07 The Parlotones at Vryburg Show
2010-05-20 The Parlotones at Silverstar Casino – (Mogale City)
2010-05-21 The Parlotones at Silverstar Casino – (Mogale City)
2010-05-28 The Parlotones at House on Fire – (Malkerns, Swaziland)
2010-06-12 The Parlotones at Rugby Rocks 7′s – Richmond, London
2010-07-10 The Parlotones at Knysna High School Field, Heineken after party – (Western Cape )
2010-07-18 The Parlotones at GurtenFestival – Berne, Switzerland

What better way to spend a public holiday than on the slopes of Kirstenbosch Gardens, with a few cases of excellent wine, great company, and live music by The Parlotones!

Massive thanks to Greggor Rohrig for allowing the use of these beautiful pictures. He sure is a gifted photographer. If you like the Parlotones (and why else would you be here?) go to Greggor’s site for many more pics of your favourite band.

http://www.gregorrohrig.com/2010/the-parlotones-at-kirstenbosch-gardens/

The saplings came unstuck when the Parlotones played a cover of Koos Kombuis’s anthemic Lisa se Klavier and the previously well rooted audience jumped up like as if they were at a pop concert. What happened to the ironic detachment of the Parlotones’ white blend of Chenin, Gewürztraminer,Chardonnay and Viognier? Or did they think they were at a Die Antwoord concert in Bellville with all the flexing and stretching?

His replacement? A celebrity judge in each of the five cities. So far, M-Net has released the name of only one celebrity judge. Tonight can reveal exclusively that The Parlotones’ Kahn Morbee is the celebrity judge for the Joburg auditions, which take place at the Sandton International Convention Centre on April 24.

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