“This is the album and story of my journey through Namibia in search of music and inspiration.” – Albert Meintjes
The wait is over and music fans can now escape their busy lives for a moment with this week’s announcement of the official online release of Albert Meintjes’ debut solo album, ‘The Very Silence of Waiting in This Place’. Prepare to be transported to another world through the power of sound.
Stream and download the full album here: https://itunes.apple.com/
The album is a musical memoir of Albert’s life changing trek through the dunes of Namibia and has 
significant narrative exploring the impact that the region’s wide open starry skies and the magnificence of the landscapes, has on transforming one’s soul. Each track accounts for the mystical places he visited while touring the country in 2016.
The first track released to radio titled, ‘Travelling On’ has been very well received and has so far been enjoying rotation on Radio Today(DStv AUDIO CHANNEL 869), Mix FM, Caledon FM, Sunshine Radio 100.6FM and Maties FM. Make sure you tune into Smile 90.4 FM this coming Sunday evening where music show host, Phil De Lange will be chatting to Albert about the release of his solo music.
With his unique voice, brilliant songwriting and exceptional guitar techniques, Albert Meintjes has entertained audiences in London, Croatia, Seychelles, Mozambique, Cuba, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Egypt, Belgium, The Netherlands, Nigeria and Kenya. Last month Albert made his introduction as solo artist with the release of his debut music video, ‘Dune 45’, featuring Kobus de Kock Jnr.
The music video was directed by Loedi van Reenen and shows an array of breathtaking scenery that inspired ‘Dune 45’.
Watch the music video here: https://youtu.be/28zv3M19Gk8
The short behind the scenes travel-doccie which is also narrated by Albert, offers a special look into this incredible journey and its release will be announced. ‘Dune 45’ was composed on the iconic Dune 45 and also features in the making-of documentary.
Albert Meintjes is also one of the first musician in South Africa to be featured on Layar, an augmented reality app and global leader in AR and interactive print which will allow users and fans an unprecedented experience with his music and content.
This feature is now accessible to download on all major mobile app platforms.
Albert is officially launching ‘The Very Silence of Waiting in This Place’ at this year’s celebrated STRAB festival taking place between 24 and 28 May.
Albert Meintjes Album Launch Tour – Gig Guide:
Saturday, 20 May 2017 Road To STRAB
Venue: Klitsgras Drumming
Address: Garsfontein Road, Pretoria, Gauteng
Time: 18:00 till late
Admission: R80
Age restrictions: All Ages/Licensed
Venue contact: 083 311 0025
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/
STRAB Festival – Official Album Launch Event
24 – 28 May 2017
Venue: Ponta Malongane Resort
Address: Kosi Bay Ponta Malongane, Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique
Admission: SOLD OUT
Performance time: TBC – https://strab.co.za/
Age restrictions: All Ages/Licensed
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/
Friday, 16 June 2017
Venue: Klitsgras Drumming
Address: Garsfontein Road, Pretoria, Gauteng
Time: 18:00 till late
Admission: R80
Age restrictions: All Ages/Licensed
Venue contact: 083 311 0025
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/
Sunday, 18 June 2017
Venue: Otterlake German Restaurant
Address: Plot 26, Kameelfontein, Pretoria, Gauteng
Time: 13:00-16:00
Admission: Free entrance
Age restrictions: All Ages/Licensed
Venue contact: +27 84 321 7719
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/
