We are bringing you another new band this week. New to Capital Blues that is.   The Bucks are new and hot on the rock scene in Welly.  It's a shared love of blues-rock and rolled cigarettes that brought this Irish / American / Kiwi 3-piece together.   They give you driving sounds and wailing … Continue reading "The Bucks"

Capital Blues super group exclusive. The Fitzpatrick brothers Blain on bass, Matthew on guitar Warwick Murray vocals and guitar Michael Barker drums.   Starting with acoustic blues classics and originals leading into a full-on mix of stomping blues-rock classics with plenty of expert improv to keep it all fresh and funky. Don't forget to slip-slop-slap 'cause … Continue reading "Blond Faith"

A welcome return for Blues Clues. It’s been a long while since we last had them.   Blues Clues is a Wellington-based blues band that brings down & dirty, old-school blues into the modern age. Classic blues songs by Muddy Waters, BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eric Clapton, and more, passionately and energetically performed by … Continue reading "Blues Clues"

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"

What a way to open the Capital Blues Stage at the Wellington Jazz Festival! Showcasing the music of prolific composer Charles Mingus, The Wellington Mingus Ensemble includes some of New Zealand's finest jazz performers collaborating together to create an expansive sound rich in texture and high in energy. Arranged by a variety of prominent New … Continue reading "The Wellington Mingus Ensemble"

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 full of high energy, non-stop groove. This was one of the highlights from the 2020 Jazz Festival. Don't miss it. Free entry.