Auckland Americana country blues act The DeSotos are performing a collaborative event with the Al Wilkinson Band. The DeSotos are a four piece band based in Auckland. They have cemented their place as New Zealand's leading exponents of the Americana / Country Blues genres following the release of two albums that have been universally embraced by the […]
From Ireland to Andalucía and Beyond Award-winning Irish-Kiwi guitarist/composer Dave Flynn returns to New Zealand with an exciting expansion of his acclaimed show Celtic Guitar Journey. For his extensive Summer/Autumn 2025 tour of Aotearoa, Flynn will blend familiar Celtic sounds with fresh flavours from his global travels. Praised by the New York Times for the […]
Al Baxter ( Hoop ) opens solo and is the joined by Emily Allen to perform as the Celtic inspired outfit The Mollymawks. Then Bill Angus takes the stage ( Bill Angus and The Mighty Ways ), most likely with Emily making an appearance on violin.
Muireann Bradley is a 18 year old folk and blues guitarist and singer from Ballybofey in County Donegal performing in New Zealand for the very first time in March! She specializes in performing acoustic fingerpicking country, piedmont, and ragtime blues styles from the 1920s, 30s and 40s as well as later folk, country and Americana. […]
Penni performs across many genres, but folk and acoustic blues are the well-spring she loves to return to. Expect contemporary folk, originals and acoustic blues, maybe some trad – in performances that wrap deceptively simple accompaniment around her heartfelt and wide-ranging vocals. Penni has been actively involved in the folk scene at various times. She […]
Tami Neilson is a Canadian-born New Zealand country and soul singer-songwriter. Since her debut album Don’t Be Afraid (2015), she has steadily risen to fame in the country music scene, winning multiple Best Country Music awards, a Silver Scroll, and a Best Solo Artist and Best Producer Aotearoa Music Award (for Kingmaker) in 2022. The […]
Full concert with Dave Alley and Jon Sanders. Dave’s music is fulsome, dynamic, and a balm for the soul. His original songs draw on everything from spirituality, travel, life & loves, music itself and…his van. Multi-instrumentalist Jon Sanders provides a rich tapestry of sound embroidered throughout the songs. Start time 7:30pm. Email to book tickets. […]
Described as New Zealand's favourite “Jazz Entertainers”, the Nairobi trio has thirty five years touring experience across the globe, playing in all manner of settings – Vineyards, Village halls, Theatres and Festivals – you name it, they’ve played it – from Raffles Hotel in Singapore, Festival stages in the UK, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Italy and […]
English/Irish folk-punk, reminiscent of The Pogues. High-energy fusion of traditional Irish melodies and fast-paced rhythms. The songs, filled with stories of love, rebellion, and celebration.
English/Irish folk-punk, reminiscent of The Pogues. High-energy fusion of traditional Irish melodies and fast-paced rhythms. The songs, filled with stories of love, rebellion, and celebration.
English/Irish folk-punk, reminiscent of The Pogues. High-energy fusion of traditional Irish melodies and fast-paced rhythms. The songs, filled with stories of love, rebellion, and celebration.
Experience the magic of Joni Mitchell’s timeless music brought to life by the captivating talents of singer-songwriter and guitarist Jan Elliott. With her distinctive voice and heartfelt performances, Jan delivers an enthralling concert that pays homage to one of the most influential songwriters of the 20th century. From iconic hits like Coyote and Circle Game, Jan’s repertoire showcases […]
English/Irish folk-punk, reminiscent of The Pogues. High-energy fusion of traditional Irish melodies and fast-paced rhythms. The songs, filled with stories of love, rebellion, and celebration.
Nigel Gavin has been a guitarist and composer for over three decades and has taught both for two decades. He was a founder of Gitbox Rebellion, NZ's own Guitar Orchestra. For Nigel’s Music at Midday he will be joined by special guests to perform ‘4 Strings Sing.’ - a uke-centric music ensemble born out of […]
