RHP #071. Arno Carstens, Platinum Singer-Songwriter, and Lead Singer of Springbok Nude Girls
Channel: Ridiculously Human
Date: 2019-07-15

Arno Carstens, is a South African rock idol. Arno and his band shaped the lives of a generation in South Africa. They gave hope and a voice to the youth of an era which went through a major transition and change in the country.

In 1994, Arno’s initial breakthrough came when his newly formed band played at an open-mic night. That is when the Springbok Nude Girls, were born. They represented so much about South Africa at the time and became an iconic band of their generation. 

Their genre was an eclectic mix of many styles which represented their individual tastes in music, but also exemplified a very expressive time in South African culture, after being oppressed for so many years during apartheid.

Like many great rock bands, they eventually split after jamming for seven years to crowds around the world. For Arno, it was an opportunity to begin a solo career. 

The most refreshing thing was to speak with a childhood hero and find out what a genuine and authentic person he is. With a smile brimming from ear to ear, it was like having a chat with your long lost buddy.

We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.

Your fellow beings
Craig and Gareth

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ARNO CARSTENS

✩ Website - https://arnocarstensmusic.wordpress.com/
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✩ Apple Music - https://itunes.apple.com/za/artist/arno-carstens/id80596215

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FILMED & EDITED BY GARETH MARTIN

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PODCAST AUDIO RECORDED & EDITED BY CRAIG HAYWOOD

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