Planet Groove is a powerhouse funky unit dedicated to the music of Maceo Parker and James Brown. Led by Bryn van Vliet and fronted by Lisa Tomlins, expect a night … Continue reading "Planet Groove"

The Skeletons are a boogie and blues trio, formed as an alter ego to local Wellington rock and roll band Sea Mouse. The trio performs a collection of haunting blues … Continue reading "The Skeletons"

  Purple Haze is a high energy, blues and rock-inspired four-piece band, playing classics by artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Cream, and more. Eugene Wolfin on vocals, Matthew … Continue reading "Purple Haze – The Fitzpatrick’s Blues Band"

A Wellington take on the vintage stylings of Dixieland jazz & New Orleans swing... Brew up some bathtub gin and get togged to the bricks! The Wellington City Shake-’Em-On-Downers are … Continue reading "The Wellington City Shake-’Em-On-Downers"

After presenting this set to an enthusiastic audience at the Wellington Jazz Festival last year, the quartet will again present the music of under-sung piano hero Freddie Redd, this time … Continue reading "Alex Trask Quartet"

Governor Jeff is the horror-themed project schemed up by guitarist Jamin Forlong, sneaking in elements of horrorcore, psych-rock, jazz, hip-hop, and R&B. Jeff is backed by Jamin Forlong (electric guitar), … Continue reading "Governor Jeff"