Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandRock & Roll Sax is back! Oscar Lavën, eclectic saxophonist, joins forces with Aleister Campbell, Patrick Bleakly, Darren Mathiassen, and Damian Forlong, to present a selection of red-blooded, honking ‘50s R&B from Earl Bostic, King Curtis, The Coasters, Sydney Bechet and much, much more. You'll be up dancing before you know it. “The blues had … Continue reading "Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax"
F I Z Z W I Z A R D
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandIn the last few weeks, we've had reggae, soul, rock'n'roll, this week, we are back to the blues. “A Fizzwizard dream is the cream of the crop — it's the best kind of dream a person can have’. - Roald Dahl Infamous guitar conjurer Aleister James Campbell leads a group of groovy instrument wielders through a … Continue reading "F I Z Z W I Z A R D"
Blain Fitzpatrick Blues Band
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandIf you like your blues, rocky and heavy, this is the band for you. Think of Cream, early Zeppelin, and The Doors. A quick look at the musicians in the band will tell you that you can expect some top-class playing. Some might even say virtuoso. The band is:- Vocals - Eugene Wolfin … Continue reading "Blain Fitzpatrick Blues Band"
Lady Sings – Nine Singers For Nine Stars
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandAs part of the Eat Drink Play Music Trail, join us at 4pm on Saturday 8th of July. In conjunction with Jack Hackett's, we'll be hosting a nine-lady constellation of our own. Kicking off at 4pm with Jazz - five half-hour performances by the well-loved Lauren Armstrong, Nicole Maria Chesterman, Ella Dunbar-Wilcox, Hannah Flacks, and … Continue reading "Lady Sings – Nine Singers For Nine Stars"
Red Dog Saloon Band
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandThe Red Dog Saloon Band plays for us almost every month. You might wonder why that is? The answer is easy. It’s because they are really good at playing the blues. If you want to hear the blues played with a real passion and respect for the music, check out this band. The … Continue reading "Red Dog Saloon Band"
Star Time plays Afro-Jazz with Francois Judah and Modi Shemi
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandExperience the mesmerizing fusion of Afro-Jazz with the spellbinding vocals of Francois Judah in this captivating ensemble. A new Afro-Jazz ensemble, led by the extraordinary talent of Francois Judah, delivers an unforgettable musical journey that will transport you to the heart of African rhythms and soulful melodies. With a rich blend of traditional African … Continue reading "Star Time plays Afro-Jazz with Francois Judah and Modi Shemi"