Goo Goo Dolls excited to come to Cape Town, 'one of the most beautiful places’

Kfm Mornings speak to the Goo Goo Dolls guitarist/vocalist John Rzeznik and bassist/vocalist Robby Takac.

First things first: Yes, Iris will be played when the Goo Goo Dolls perform in Cape Town on 4 December!

Formed in 1986, the Goo Goo Dolls clock 40 million monthly listeners on Spotify and iTunes.

The American rock stars say their journey to success is an 'incredibly moving experience' and that they 'would be nothing without fans'.

"It's been an unbelievably moving experience. I get to say with gratitude that I actually have a song that became part of the lexicon of music."

- John Rzeznik, Goo Goo Dolls

"I don't have to make a big huge hit, I just have to make my fans happy."

- John Rzeznik, Goo Goo Dolls

While the legendary duo LOVE that fans adore their music, they admit to not listening to their music.

"I immediately turn it off... it's just too weird."

- John Rzeznik, Goo Goo Dolls

As for their journey to the Mother City, the 'City of Angels' pair are excited to come to Cape Town, 'one of the most beautiful places'.

"Cape Town is one of the most beautiful places I have been to in my life... the people are amazing and the wine is just the best."

- Robby Takac, Goo Goo Dolls

The Goo Goo Dolls perform at Kirstenbosch Gardens at 6 pm on 4 December - don't have tickets yet?

Get them here.

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