The Dancing & Drinking Society (or DADS for short), is New Zealand’s premier exponent of authentic 1920s Blues & Jass.   Their repertoire includes many of the Rags, Rambles, Shuffles, … Continue reading "The Dancing & Drinking Society"

A new band for one of your long-standing musicians - Pip Payne’s Blues And Gospel Train is pulling into Jack Hackett’s with special guests on board. Pip will be joined … Continue reading "Pip Payne’s Blues And Gospel Train"

Bullfrog Rata’s musical journey has been wide and varied. From busking on the streets in towns like Wairoa and Waipukerau to flying on jets to play for US billionaires. He … Continue reading "The Bullfrog Rata Express"

Here's a special event we are bringing you.  Please note, this is a Wednesday. USA Blues legend Chris Cain will take the Blues Club stage at Jack Hackett's ahead of … Continue reading "Chris Cain with The Rodger Fox Big Band"

Warwick Murray is one of the most entertaining, versatile, and well-travelled multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters in New Zealand.   Known for his humour and vast knowledge of many musical genres, he … Continue reading "Warwick Murray and the Kingmakers"

This band needs no introduction as they’ve been playing the blues in Wellington for 30 years.   They are masters of their craft, and have provided inspiration for many new, … Continue reading "The Red Dog Saloon Band"