Concert with Mikanic

Mikanic, featuring Mike Rennie and Nick Turner, are back in their home country of South Africa for a two-week tour in and around Cape Town in April 2009 as part of an exclusive country-wide tour plus Live album launch.


Mikanic was formed in 2003, with Mike Rennie on violin & vocals and Nick Turner on acoustic guitar & vocals. Both musicians were already very well known in South Africa, having founded Sons of Trout, one of the country's top-selling acts. With Trout they headlined every major music festival in the country and toured extensively, releasing four albums and opening for a number of international artists.
Now based in New York, Mikanic's line-up often features renowned musicians from South Africa, including Tony Cedras, who performs in Paul Simon’s band, and Nathi Gcabashe, who sings with Hugh Masekela. Having recently completed a run of concerts with the incredible Zolani Mahola in New York, Mikanic looks forward to future collaborations of this nature.
Mikanic's music effortlessly spans genres with influences ranging from rock, reggae and African to hip-hop and jazz. Lyrically powerful, relevant, humorous and energetic, the music has a wide appeal. With shows that feature virtuoso musicianship, funky grooves and catchy tunes, Mikanic has quickly become one of New York's hottest live acts.
In 2004 Mikanic released their first album, Swimming with the Women, to great critical acclaim and popular success. The album crossed musical boundaries, establishing the band’s characteristic sound and providing the springboard for their departure to the USA. In 2005, Mikanic released their powerful second album, The Subway Tracks, showcasing the diversity and instant appeal of their sound.

This year they have released their third full album, titled Africa My Love, which was recorded live in the USA, and showcases their maturing music, reflecting on the roots of their South African sound and influences. On their 2009 South African tour, Mikanic will be launching this album. It will be available for sale at the 16 April performance at Alliance Française in Cape Town.

Alliance Française, 155 loop Street,Cape Town 20h00.

The Café de l’Alliance will be open for the occasion (food and drinks)

155, Loop Street - Cape Town
T-(021) 423 56 99
F-(021) 423 57 04
E- info.cpt@alliance.org.za

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