Funky blues, swingin’ blues, old blues, bent blues stinky blues and some smokin’ hot freshly scented blues and some sleezy funk just because we can. Shaken not Stirred features the horn section of  Damian Forlong and Dylan Holmes, the vocals and bass playing of Geoffrey Hern’ with Deane Hunter on guitar and Darren Mathiassen on … Continue reading "Shaken Not Stirred"

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"

Serving up electric swamp soul with a side of gospel and blues, Jade Eru & The Saviours reduce roots music to its most potent ingredients, offering up a thick molasses of funky bass, fat-back drums, swampy tremolo git-ar, and sanctified, soulful vocals. Featuring Jade Eru, Richard Te One, Chris Armour, and Shaun McRoberts.

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"