If you want to hear the blues played with a real passion and respect for the music, check out this band.   The Red Dog Saloon Band members know the blues inside out and have been playing on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years.   During that time, they have become masters of … Continue reading "Red Dog Saloon Band"

Jingle Blues, Jingle Blues, 3 Chords All The Way It’s that time of year when Santa gets his guitar out. Dougal Speir, Warwick Murray, and a large cast of revelers produce a Yuletide log of awesome proportions. A drunk Santa and a Christmas ham may put in an appearance.    

Sgt. Pepper and his Lonely-Hearts Club Band brought happiness through its music, even causing troops in World Wars I and II to stop fighting. In August 1958, Sgt. Pepper died of a heart attack in the middle of a performance. He left the band's magical musical instruments to the town; so long as they remain … Continue reading "The Uptakes"

Capital Blues is thrilled to present Lady Sings the Blues, four singers, Erna Ferry - Carol Bean - Lauren Armstrong - Julie Lamb, with varied styles and fun in mind. They are backed by the stellar Richard Te One (drums), Elliot Fuimaono, (bass), Nick Granville (guitar), and Michael Crawford (keys).   The irrepressible, Erna Ferry. … Continue reading "Lady Sings the Blues"

A big welcome back for Pip Payne and the band.   Pip is always popular at Capital Blues with his down-home, slide resonator guitar work. He creates a truly authentic sound coupled with some great arrangements of classic blues and rock songs.  He is how The Stones would have sounded if they had stayed in … Continue reading "Pip Payne and the Playboys"

Festering away in the hills of Wellington, like a slow mould, a band called Dr Thompson has been working on a bunch of songs. Dr Thompson brings a brand of ballsy, bluesy rock, with a hint of psychedelia and a touch of prog. A fun night out for all the family.