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 the New Zealand Blues Roots and Groove Festival in Palmerston North. Accompanied by the Rodger Fox Big Band and brought to you by the Capital … Continue reading "Chris Cain with The Rodger Fox Big Band"

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 has been lucky enough to open for and share the stage with many of his idols including Midge Marsden and The Chills, and with international … Continue reading "The Bullfrog Rata Express"

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 by John O'Connor on guitar, Wayne Mason on keys, Miklin Halstead on bass, and Des Mallon on drums.   Pip’s gospel blues tunes always hit … Continue reading "Pip Payne’s Blues And Gospel Train"