Jack Hackett’s

5.30 pm Brynzilian Big Band Bryn van Vliet’s love of Latin grooves has led him to curate and create this 16-piece big band with all the trimmings! Be prepared for a grand and groovy dinner and dance session.   Bryn van Vliet (Musical Director) is a Wellington-based multi-disciplinary artist known for his dynamic career as … Continue reading "Cuba Dupa 2025 Brynzilian Big Band"

7pm Rodger Fox Big Band The iconic Rodger Fox Big Band shares an hour of music. Conducted by Chris Fox, featuring 20 musicians, Capital Blues are proud to present the cream of the big band crop! Come and see the best being the best!   The Rodger Fox Big Band is New Zealand’s premier big … Continue reading "Cuba Dupa 2025 Rodger Fox Big Band"

8.30 pm Seth Boy's BigBoyBand Seth Boy is a Philippines-born Wellington bassist and composer, specialising in contemporary improvised music heavily grounded in the jazz tradition and with influence from his Filipino upbringing.   Seth Boy frequently leads ensembles of various sizes to perform his compositions and arrangements, from trios to sextets to full 15-piece big … Continue reading "Cuba Dupa 2025 Seth Boy’s BigBoyBand"

10.30pm Battle-Ska Galactica Made up of some of the Capital’s most accomplished musicians, Battle-Ska Galactica features members of Richter City Rebels, Niko Ne Zna, The Rodger Fox Big Band, and The Electrons.   Battle-Ska Galactica brings a wealth of experience to the stage and delivers a highly entertaining show every time they step in front … Continue reading "Cuba Dupa 2025 Battle-Ska Galactica"

1pm Red Dog Saloon Band 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 … Continue reading "Cuba Dupa 2025 Red Dog Saloon Band"

2.30pm Jamie and the Numbers Jamie and The Numbers have been playing soul, often favouring Northern Soul, since 2019.   Jamie Musuvā, an absolute powerhouse vocalist and performer, owns lead vocals while Elliott Fuimaono and the Lerwill brothers (Geoff, Craig and Mark Lerwill) bring the music to life as The Numbers. The brass trio - … Continue reading "Cuba Dupa 2025 Jamie and the Numbers"