Albert Frost has long earned his reputation as one of South Africa’s finest guitar players. Wild at times, deeply controlled at others, his playing moves effortlessly between blues, rock and something entirely his own. His solo looping shows are legendary, combining acoustic and electric guitars, he delivers an all-round show showcasing his ability to weave his own material with a classy collection of classic songs across several decades.

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 mesmerizes listeners with his incredible talent.

Frost’s second independent album, The Wake Up, won Best Rock Album at the 2017 SAMA Awards. His latest album, Sacred Sound, was nominated for Best Rock Album at the 2022 SAMA Awards, produced by Theo Crous of the Springbok Nude Girls. His ability to captivate with his unique sound has garnered a dedicated global fan base, leading to international tours with Simple Minds, R.E.M., and supporting acclaimed bands The Rolling Stones, Mike + The Mechanics and TEXAS.

Frost’s career has been defined by collaborations with a wide range of acclaimed artists, including Ali Farka Touré, Finley Quaye, Karen Zoid, Henry Ate, Arno Carstens, Neil Sandilands, Tubatsi Mpho Moloi, Robin Auld and Jake Gunn. The 2017 Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees saw Frost nominated for a Kanna Award and a kykNET-Fiëstas 2018 for Best Music Production for his shows with Loki Rothman and Zolani Mahola.

Frost recently returned from the Pfingst Rock blues festival in Berlin, where he celebrated 30 years in the music industry. Fans can expect a performance showcasing his soul-stirring vocals and the deeply emotional sound that has established him as a standout contemporary musician and phenomenal guitarist.

Festivals Played: Isle Of Wight (United Kingdom), Pukkelpop (Belgium), STRAB Festival (Mozambique), Oppipanne (Botswana), Afriski Festival (Lesotho), Bushfire Festival (Eswatini), Oppikoppi (Johannesburg), Splashy Fen (KZN), Up The Creek (Cape Town), Grahamstown National Arts Festival (Eastern Cape), KKNK (Western Cape), Woordfees Stellenbosch (Cape Town), Aardklop Festival Potchefstroom (Johannesburg), Lush Festival (South Africa).

Notable performances with: Rolling Stones, R.E.M, Simple Minds, Counting Crows, Mike + The Mechanics and TEXAS.

Awards: 2022 SAMA Awards Best Rock Album Nominee, 2018 Kanna Award Nominee, 2018 kykNET-Fiëstas Best Music Production, 2017 SAMA Awards Best Rock Album.