The Handsome Giants, aka Hurricane Shayn Wills and Freddy Limbert, are two of the most experienced players in the country.  Between them they have played support for; John Hammond Jnr, BB King, Albert King, Canned Heat, Robert Cray, Junior Wells, Duke Robillard, and The Amazing Rhythm Aces.   Wanting a more raw and real sound, … Continue reading "Handsome Giants with special guests Bullfrog Rata and Oscar Laven"

One night only special guest, Auckland songstress, Catherine ‘Cat’ Tunks. Also featuring Warren Mendonsa (guitar) Rod Redgrave (bass), Mike Beck (drums).   Cat, the Black Sand Diva, hails from the wild west coast of Piha Beach. She has been described in the media as NZ’s Queen of Southern Soul - with her love of blues, … Continue reading "Cat Tunks"

For young guys, they really know how to rock the blues like the legends of the ‘60s and’70s. This is their third gig for Capital Blues and each time they have been a knock-out.   A quick look at the musicians in the band will tell you that you can expect some top-class playing. Some … Continue reading "Blain Fitzpatrick’s Blues Bangas"

This is always a high-energy, mucho boogie, fun night.   The energy from the virtuoso bandleader, Oscar Lavën, brings the band to life, and quickly spreads around the room so the audience is dancing and grooving before you know it.   Oscar is an eclectic saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, is well known around Wellington music venues … Continue reading "Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax"

The 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"

Dr Thompson is making a welcome return after their debut spot in February. They brought another fresh insight into some new and classic songs. If you didn’t see them last time, don’t miss out this month.   Their promo says, “Festering away in the hills of Wellington, like a slow mould, a band called Dr … Continue reading "Dr Thompson"