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.  

Father and son - Stuart Petrie and Michael Stirling Petrie perform together with Deane Hunter and Andrew Richardson along with other special guests.   Stuart Petrie will stand at the helm in the wheelhouse delivering his infectious blues-rock renditions of some well-known classics and sharing some of his own song compositions.   The father and son … Continue reading "Stirling Petrie"

  Join us for a showcase of Pōnekes finest, as we dedicate a sensational show jammed full of jazz, blues, funk and much more to our Te Matau-a-Māui (Hawke’s Bay) whānau. From big band, baroque and a seven-piece New Orleans band, to the flavours of Brazil, and everything in between. We share the aroha for our impacted brothers … Continue reading "United We Band"