Francois van Coke

FRANCOIS VAN COKE rose to fame as the iconic frontman of legendary South African rock bands Fokofpolisiekar and the defunct Van Coke Kartel before he kicked his solo career into gear in 2015 with the release of ‘Toe Vind Ek Jou’ featuring Karen Zoid. Since then, he has released four popular solo albums (Francois van Coke, Hierdie is die Lewe, Dagdrome in Suburbia and Kanniedood) and various EPs and singles. On 20 March 2025, Francois releases his fifth solo album titled Die Ruimte. Up to date, Francois has won 8 SAMA awards as part of Fokofpolisiekar, Van Coke Kartel and as a solo artist. Francois is celebrated as South Africa’s premium live solo rock act; always in demand and with regular sold-out shows. His biggest feat being the sold-out arena shows at SunBet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria in 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023 and 2024 known as Francois van Coke & Vriende. These premium events showcase his collaborations with South Africa’s finest talent including Karen Zoid, Early B, Spoegwolf, Fokofpolisiekar, Jack Parow, Tasché and many more. End of September 2024 saw the release of his book (written together with Annie Klopper) titled Hoe ek dit onthou, published by Queillerie (NB Uitgewers). This book was reprinted three times by early January 2025 and stayed firmly on top 10 charts for book sales.