The Swing Session
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandThey are lots of fun, with some outstanding players. The house band, which changes each week, plays a few numbers, then we have other musicians stepping up to jam. We’ve had some stunning performances. This week, the band is led by versatile pianist, writer, and singer. Louis Thompson-Munn 29th. The vibe is like a New … Continue reading "The Swing Session"
Red Dog Saloon Band
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandAnother of our regular bands, shifting back to our roots in the blues. In fact, Dougal Speir, the lead guitarist, is one of our founders over 26 years ago. The Red Dog Saloon Band musicians have been playing music in many bands on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years. They are masters … Continue reading "Red Dog Saloon Band"
The Swing Session
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandThey are lots of fun, with some outstanding players. The house band, which changes each week, plays a few numbers, then we have other musicians stepping up to jam. We’ve had some stunning performances. The vibe is like a New York jazz club. Come and see for yourself. Work-friendly hours, Jack Hackett's … Continue reading "The Swing Session"
The Nick Granville Blues Band
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandThe Nick Granville Blues Band features some of the busiest and finest musicians playing in New Zealand today. They are coming together again for an extravaganza of Chicago blues. Neil Billington, described as 'the Hendrix of the harmonica', is probably the best blues harmonica player in the country. His performances are always electrifying, showing … Continue reading "The Nick Granville Blues Band"
The Swing Session
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandOur weekly jazz jam. Last week was superb by all accounts. These Swing Sessions have a three-piece house band joined by some fabulous musicians out for a jam. Jack Hackett's also has Curry Club special on Thursdays. It gets better and better.
High Society Swingers
Jack Hackett's 1 Dixon Street, Wellington, New ZealandNicole Chesterman and The High Society Swingers are getting "Stone-washed" in the blues again. The band features the fabulous: Aslan Rowlands - guitar/vox (Capital City BB, Blues Clues) "Mad Dog" Mike Duffy - bass (Capital City BB, Newtown Rocksteady) introducing Cameron Brizzle - drums (Deco Brass Band, Trigger Happy), and Nicole Maria Chesterman - … Continue reading "High Society Swingers"