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SUMMARY:Alan Stacey @ Pah Homestead
DESCRIPTION:Music at Midday: Alan Stacey\nAlan Stacey’s repertoire is drawn from 6 decades of playing in England\, Ireland\, the Pacific Islands \, and New Zealand. His music is influenced by such diverse musicians as The Dubliners\, Fairport Convention\, Mississippi John Hurt\, Bob Dylan\, Joan Baez\, and more. \nAlan came to New Zealand from his native Leicestershire\, England in 1993 to join his friend and band associate Conor MacSwiney\, who had established a residency in Murphy’s Irish bar in Wellesley street\, Auckland. He played a five-string banjo\, guitar\, and also helped out on vocals. \nTogether\, they formed The Dogs Bollix band and later opened their own establishment called The Dogs Bollix Bar\, which they ran for ten years. Alan remained in Auckland and started up the Thirsty Dog Folk Club on K–Road\, which ran for 8 years. \nHe now play gigs at pubs \, the Auckland Irish Society\, Sunday markets\, and retirement villages. He also plays the melodeon for the Auckland Morris Dancer.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/alan-stacey-pah-homestead/
LOCATION:The Arts House Trust\, Pah Homestead\, 72 Hillsborough Road\, Hillsborough\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Celtic Folk
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261016T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261016T230000
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SUMMARY:The Minimum Viable Band @ Rafters Music Club
DESCRIPTION:The Minimum Viable Band (Jenine Abardanel & Nat Torkington)\n\n\nWelcome to Rafters for the month of October. This month we are delighted to have Jenine Abardanel and Nat Torkington\, The MInimum Viable Band\, as Rafters guests.\n\n\n\nYou will know Jenine and Nat from The Pipi Pickers\, Hot Diggity and You\, Me\, Everybody. With Jenine’s powerful vocals and adequate guitar playing\, and Nat’s vIrtuoso banjo\, their “couple duo” incarnation puts a fun\, slightly competitive\, and interesting spin on songs from every conceivable genre.\n\n\nIt’s going to be a great night\, so come along and enjoy!\n\n\n\nProgramme\nThe first half of the evening brings musicians old and new to warm us up before supper and our main guest/s. We welcome new performers. See Graham at the door if you want to perform\, but you will need to be there before the 8pm start.\n\n\n\nPhotos and Videos\nPhotos and some videos of performances will be taken during the evening and displayed on our Facebook page. We also have a Rafters Music Club YouTube channel where we display some videos (type Rafters Music Club into YouTube search to find these videos). Please see Linda if you do not want your images publicly available.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/the-minimum-viable-band-rafters-music-club/
LOCATION:Rafters Music Club\, 1a Ponsonby Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Club Night
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261014T220000
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SUMMARY:Club Night @ Auckland Bluegrass Club
DESCRIPTION:A great opportunity for singers and musicians. Show off your latest tunes and songs from somewhere near the Old Timey\, Bluegrass\, Western Swing and Americana traditions. \nSomehow the best performances are when people get together so get there early and rope in a few people. Have a couple of songs ready and maybe even a third one if there is time\, \nIt’s gonna be fun\, hope to see you there! \nVenue: The Bunker\, Mt Victoria\, Devonport (gate code *1109#)\nAdmission $10.00
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-auckland-bluegrass-club-2/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260928T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260928T230000
DTSTAMP:20260831T011410Z
CREATED:20260831T011410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T011410Z
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SUMMARY:Hobnail Trio in Concert @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:A Wellington institution. Great songs and spectacular harmonies from Rob Joass\, Jo Moir and Hamish Graham. \nDoor sales\, tickets $20.  Doors open at 7:30.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/hobnail-trio-in-concert-the-bunker/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Celtic Folk,Country
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260926T230000
DTSTAMP:20260823T223239Z
CREATED:20260823T223239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T223239Z
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SUMMARY:Ministry Of Folk Presents Americana
DESCRIPTION:The Ministry of Folk is your alternative folk club\, showcasing talented folky\, acoustic acts in a beautiful historic hall in Mt Eden. \nThis month\, we’re excited to present a special Americana Night — a fast‑moving\, two‑stage showcase featuring a dozen artists performing hand‑picked Americana classics\, all while raising funds for a truly important cause. \nAmericana is a broad\, roots‑driven genre blending country\, folk\, blues\, rock\, and soul. Think Bob Dylan\, Emmylou Harris\, Gillian Welch\, Jason Isbell\, Lucinda Williams\, Gram Parsons\, Tyler Childers\, Adrianne Lenker and more. \nWe’ll be alternating seamlessly between two stages at opposite ends of the hall — a format we’ve run several times\, and it creates a brilliant flow for performers and an even better experience for the audience. \nFeaturing performances by: Albi & Hannah Morrell\, Bill Angus\, College Hillbillies\, Dave Khan\, Donnybrook Fair\, Hoop\, Kendall Elise\, Kirsten Warner\, Louis Jarlov & the Lonesome\, Moon Goose\, Tweed\, plus special guests \nSupporting a vital cause with all profits donated to Chris Kemp and his whānau to support their courageous fight against Motor Neuron Disease. \nCome along for an unforgettable night of music and community!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/ministry-of-folk-presents-americana/
LOCATION:Ministry of Folk\, 132 Grange Road\, Mount Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana
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SUMMARY:Rowena Wise @ Auckland Old Folks Association
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, Rowena Wise makes her long-awaited New Zealand debut\, bringing an intimate solo show across the motu for the first time. With just voice and guitar\, Rowena’s songs hit with a rare kind of clarity – tender\, point-blank\, and unafraid of the quietest truths. \nFrom Melbourne to Auckland\, Wellington to Oakura and beyond\, the tour celebrates a body of work that holds space rather than demands attention\, tracing heartbreak\, estrangement\, and the knottier growing pains of adulthood with candid poetic lyricism. \nSince debuting in 2018\, Rowena has amassed over 10 million streams\, earned airplay across triple j\, Double J and Unearthed\, and toured extensively across Australia\, the UK\, Europe\, the USA and Canada\, supporting artists including Folk Bitch Trio\, Holy Holy\, Ball Park Music\, Bernard Fanning and Paul Dempsey. Her 2024 debut album\, Senseless Acts of Beauty\, was praised by CLASH Magazine as “carefully etched indie folk” and shortlisted for the Australian Music Prize.\nExpect favourites\, new material\, and the kind of stillness you can feel in your chest.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/rowena-wise-auckland-old-folks-association/
LOCATION:Auckland Old Folks Association\, 8 Gundry St\, Auckland Central\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Originals
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260907T230000
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SUMMARY:Micheal Young @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Micheal Young – Singer\, serial band member\, accomplished instrumentalist\, and performer of all things Americana.  With friends in support. \nFloor singers first half.  Members $5 non-members $8.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/micheal-young-the-bunker/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Club Night,Originals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260906T180000
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CREATED:20260831T012741Z
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SUMMARY:Al Young @ Tahi Bar and Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Blues veteran Al Young returns to the Tahi Bar and Kitchen with something different – an afternoon of unplugged acoustic blues\, the way they played them back in the good old days. It’s also the way Al’s played them all over New Zealand and in Australia and the United States. The electricity’s off\, but the power is still very much “on” as a Kiwi blues legend turns back the pages. \nGreat music\, great venue\, great food and drink\, great people – you’ve gotta be there!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/al-young-tahi-bar-and-kitchen/
LOCATION:TheTahi Bar + Kitchen\, 1 Neville Street\, Warkworth\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260906T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260906T180000
DTSTAMP:20260831T012848Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T012848Z
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SUMMARY:John\, Linda & Steve @ Barebones Acoustic Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:John\, Linda and Steve have blended their considerable talents to create a superb show for the Barebones Acoustic Folk Club. \nJohn Olding\, well known in the Auckland blues scene for his vocals\, guitar and Weissenborn slide guitar\, has been with Bluegrass & Beyond and various combos around Auckland’s acoustic venues.Linda Whitcombe\, a longtime favourite of the local folk scene on fiddle with a deep knowledge of Irish fiddle tunes\, and talent to weave melody behind a vast range of music styles. Linda runs the AUCKLAND fOLK MUSICIANS Facebook page which remains a busy focal point for advertising acoustic events.Steve Gerrish’s musicianship and arrangements on mandolin and guitar are exemplary and a treat for all to hear. In the early 90’s he toured Europe and Britain with Thin Man Music and later was part of Caitlin Smith’s Fondue Set.We look forward to what they’ll bring to us in this exciting trio! \nWarm clothing recommended.Doors open 2.30pmEntry $10.00 cash at the doorNo bar\, so it’s BYOTea/Coffee/Cake at 1/2 time – Gold coin donation please
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/john-linda-steve-the-barebones-acoustic-folk-club/
LOCATION:Workshop 26\, 26 Donovan Street\, Blockhouse Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Celtic Folk,Club Night,Originals
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260905T233000
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SUMMARY:Country & Western Night @ Kaipara Flats Sports Club
DESCRIPTION:COUNTRY & WESTERN NIGHT — KAIPARA FLATS \nA great night of country\, folk & a bit of rock\, plenty of singalongs\, and a whole lot of cowboy vibes. \n🎟️ Tickets: just $10\n🍻 Bar open from 6:30pm\n🎵 Music with Kenny Luond from 7:30pm\n👢 Best dressed prizes — so get those cowboy boots on! \nCome along\, support a great local fundraiser and let’s make it a bloody good night!
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/country-western-night-kaipara-flats-sports-club/
LOCATION:Kaipara Flats Sports Club\, 903 Kaipara Flats Road\, Kaipara Flats\, Warkworth\, Auckland\, 0981\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Country
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260903T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260903T193000
DTSTAMP:20260831T003340Z
CREATED:20260831T003226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T003340Z
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SUMMARY:Line Dancing @ Stone Oven Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Back again by popular demand: Line Dancing in Devonport! \nCome along and have some fun at our beginner line dancing class. \nEveryone welcome. No previous experience necessary. Suitable for all ages.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/line-dancing-stone-oven-cafe/
LOCATION:Stone Oven\, 5 Clarence Street\, Devonport\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Country,Traditional Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260830T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260830T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T215728Z
CREATED:20260727T215728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T215728Z
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SUMMARY:Gwenifer Raymond @ Public Bar (Whammy)
DESCRIPTION:Touring in support of last year’s critically acclaimed album Last Night I Heard the Dog Star Bark\, Gwenifer Raymond brings her singular\, spellbinding approach to American primitive guitar to New Zealand for the very first time. \nWidely regarded as one of the great folk guitarists of the 21st century\, Raymond has earned international praise for her raw\, hypnotic instrumentals rooted in Mississippi and Appalachian traditions. Her performances are intense\, intimate\, and utterly transportive — music that feels both ancient and fiercely alive. \nThis Auckland show mark a rare opportunity to experience one of the great contemporary guitarists live.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/gwenifer-raymond-public-bar-whammy/
LOCATION:Public Bar (Whammy)\, 183 Karangahape Rd\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260821T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260821T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T213950Z
CREATED:20260803T213950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T213950Z
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SUMMARY:Hannah Morrell @ Rafters Music Club
DESCRIPTION:This month Rafters is excited to welcome Hannah Morrell. Hannah is originally from Lutruwita\, Tasmania and travelled the world in folk\, punk\, and folk-punk bands for 15 years\, before following her heart and landing in Aotearoa. Hannah’s songwriting is rife with humour\, and supported by an undercurrent of serious thoughts about the state of the world. Her rollicking singalong banjo originals and her ability to cram too many words into one song are not to be missed.\n\n\nCome along for a wonderful night of music with Hannah Morrell!\n\n\n\nProgramme\nThe first half of the evening brings musicians old and new to warm us up before supper and our main guest/s. We welcome new performers. See Graham at the door if you want to perform\, but you will need to be there before the 8pm start.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/hannah-morrell-rafters-music-club/
LOCATION:Rafters Music Club\, 1a Ponsonby Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Club Night,Originals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rafters Music Club":MAILTO:raftersmusicclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260819T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260819T230000
DTSTAMP:20260817T190438Z
CREATED:20260817T190346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T190438Z
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SUMMARY:Wilde Faith @ Auckland Blues Music Club
DESCRIPTION:Wilde Faith are Jesse Wilde and Faith Wilde\, an Americana\, country\, folk and acoustic rock father-and-daughter duo from Auckland\, New Zealand\, featuring guitars\, vocals\, harmonica and percussion. Sharing a genuine family connection both on and off stage\, Wilde Faith blend rich vocal harmonies\, heartfelt storytelling and seasoned musicianship into a performance that feels warm\, authentic and memorable. Their sound draws from Americana\, country\, folk\, blues and acoustic rock\, combining classic influences with original songs and a natural chemistry that audiences connect with immediately.\n\nJesse Wilde is a respected Auckland singer-songwriter\, guitarist\, harmonica player\, producer and recording studio owner\, with decades of live performance experience throughout New Zealand and overseas. Known for his strong stage presence and ability to connect with a crowd\, Jesse brings the road-worn heart of rock\, folk\, blues and Americana to the duo.\n\nFaith Wilde is an emerging singer-songwriter and guitarist with a powerful natural voice and a gift for honest\, heartfelt songs. Raised in a musical household\, she has written hundreds of songs and performed in New Zealand and the United States\, including Nashville\, Tennessee. Together\, Wilde Faith deliver a warm\, engaging and highly musical live show\, moving easily between intimate acoustic moments\, rich harmonies\, foot-tapping Americana and classic acoustic rock. Perfect for festivals\, clubs\, wineries\, theatres and private events\, Wilde Faith bring two generations of music\, storytelling and family connection to the stage.\n\nDoors open 6:30pm $10 at the doorFull Bar service availableHot food menu on offerLarge carpark at rear of Harley’s BarEntrance via back deck\nJamming starts at 8:30pm approx
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/wilde-faith-auckland-blues-music-club/
LOCATION:Harleys Bar & Restaurant\, 1130 Great North Road\, Point Chevalier\, Auckland\, 1022\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues,Country,Sessions or Jams
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260812T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260812T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T215611Z
CREATED:20260803T215443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T215611Z
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SUMMARY:Club Night @ Auckland Bluegrass Club
DESCRIPTION:Club nights are always fun at the Auckland Bluegrass Club. It is the chance for everyone to get out their instruments in front of a sympathetic and encouraging audience. You can try out those new songs you’ve been learning\, or perhaps old favourites you’ve been relearning. \nBetter still\, bluegrass is a social music\, so grab some of the other musicians and form a pop- up band.   Of course\, Old timey\, Western Swing and Americana are all part of the mix. \nAhem\, there will be a short interlude in all the fun for a lightening quick AGM. Don’t worry! No-one gets coopted on to committees without fully informed consent. (Our AGMs are pretty relaxed because we are an informal club rather than an official society.) \nThe Bunker\, Devonport\, Mt Victoria.\nFree entry (gate code #1109*)
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/club-night-auckland-bluegrass-club/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Club Night,Country
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260808T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260808T130000
DTSTAMP:20260731T032626Z
CREATED:20260731T032626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T032626Z
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SUMMARY:Mark Laurent & Brenda Liddiard @ Pah Homestead
DESCRIPTION:Music at Midday:\nMark Laurent & Brenda Liddiard\nMark and Brenda present an eclectic mix of material that can be ‘pin drop’ delicate\, or sound like a full band! They sometimes pepper their sets with short bursts of poetry and stories of a road well travelled. \nMark Laurent plays the blues like his life depends on it. His guitar is just about as expressive as his vocals. It confirms the guitar hero status he earned several decades ago when his professional music career kicked off in the 1970s. \nBrenda Liddiard has a voice born of true folk\, protest and alt-country sentiments. Brenda has been influenced by English and American acoustic music and found her niche as a songwriter during her involvement with environmental and anti-nuclear issues in the 70’s and 80’s. Her album\, Box of Memories\, was a finalist in the 2013 Tui Awards for Best Folk Album.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/mark-laurent-brenda-liddiard-pah-homestead/
LOCATION:The Arts House Trust\, Pah Homestead\, 72 Hillsborough Road\, Hillsborough\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues,English Folk,Originals
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260807T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260807T210000
DTSTAMP:20260731T032949Z
CREATED:20260611T235016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T032949Z
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SUMMARY:Milly Tabak & Dave Khan @ Casita Miro
DESCRIPTION:Milly Tabak\, of Milltones fame\, swaps the grand stages of WOMAD for the intimate chapel of grapes that is Casita Miro. She’s joined by Dave Khan\, long-time lead guitarist for Marlon Williams and key side-man and producer for Reb Fountain. \nMilly and Dave have unbelievable chops and a huge repertoire of the best country songs you’ve never heard before. Khan also brings his exceptional fiddle sound. “The tone of Khan’s violin at Casita will be epic.” says Nick Atkinson “You’re so close to the action you’ll see little clouds of rosin burst from his strings as he bows his well travelled violin. With Milly Tabak at his side they unlock outrageously good sets. They’ll open the winter jazz season with nothing but amazingly hot licks. Come for the embroidered shirts\, stay for knees-up.”
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/milly-tabak-dave-khan-winter-jazz-series-casita-miro/
LOCATION:Casita Miro\, 3 Brown Road\, Onetangi\, Waiheke Island\, Auckland\, 1081\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Country
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260720T045131Z
CREATED:20260720T045131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T045131Z
UID:10002524-1785681000-1785693600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Marcus & Bill @ The Barebones Acoustic Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:Marcus and Bill have been playing music as a duo for a number of years. They met as fellow jammers at the Auckland Blues Music Club\, where Bill plays bass and Marcus plays harmonica\, guitar and they both sing. Discovering they both had four string tenor guitars\, they began to play and perform with these together. Subsequently they brought in their other instruments to the duo\, and developed a wide-ranging repertoire including blues\, folk and other genres\, in both acoustic and electric forms. For both of them the words matter\, including that they can be heard\, and they value simple arrangements of music and songs that they come across. For their guest spot they will be concentrating on six-string acoustic guitars and Marcus’s harmonicas.\n\nWarm clothing recommendedDoors open 2.30pmEntry $10.00 cash at the doorNo bar\, so it’s BYOTea/Coffee/Cake at 1/2 time – Gold coin donation please
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/marcus-bill-the-barebones-acoustic-folk-club/
LOCATION:Workshop 26\, 26 Donovan Street\, Blockhouse Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260722T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260722T230000
DTSTAMP:20260720T204817Z
CREATED:20260720T204817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T204817Z
UID:10002527-1784752200-1784761200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Shootin' in the Dark @ The Clare Inn
DESCRIPTION:“Shootin’ in the Dark” – alt-country acoustic duo\, live at The Clare Inn Wednesday Showtime\, July 22
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/shootin-in-the-dark-the-clare-inn/
LOCATION:The Clare Inn\, 274-278 Dominion Rd\, Mt Eden\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Blues,Country
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260708T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260708T230000
DTSTAMP:20260628T204321Z
CREATED:20260628T204321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T204321Z
UID:10002506-1783540800-1783551600@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:John Olding & Band @ Auckland Bluegrass Club
DESCRIPTION:John Olding—a familiar face to fans of Café One-2-One and Kiwigrass—brings a stellar bluegrassy Americana set to The Bunker. Joining him on stage are Pete Parnham on bull fiddle\, Cameron Bennett on Dobro and lap steel with guests Linda Whitcombe on fiddle\, and Steve Gerrish on mandolin to add extra colour during the set. \nDrawing from the rich traditions of Americana and Western Swing\, this promises to be a dynamic\, inspiring performance where every musician brings their own unique flair. \nMusicians\, take note: local club performers will kick things off in the first half\, so be sure to bring your instruments! \nThere is a gate controlling vehicular access to Mt Victoria. If you are attending an event at The Bunker you may let yourself in by entering this code on the keypad at the gate: *1109# This code is valid from 6PM-10:30PM.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/john-olding-band-auckland-bluegrass-club/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Club Night
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260705T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260705T180000
DTSTAMP:20260622T055402Z
CREATED:20260622T055402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T055402Z
UID:10002504-1783261800-1783274400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Jean Reid @ The Barebones Acoustic Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:Originally from Scotland\, Jean’s haunting voice is well known in the Aotearoa folk scene\, where she has been playing and singing for over 50 years.Accompanying herself mainly on guitar\, she sings British trad.\, Americana\, covers – anything she likes really – including her own material. Currently half of the lively duo Celtic Ferret\, Jean has been affiliated with many groups over the years\, and on July 5th she will be sharing her solo talent with us\, as we celebrate her award-winning album “And Aye She Sings”.\nWarm clothing recommendedDoors open 2.30pmEntry $10.00 cash at the doorNo bar\, so it’s BYOTea/Coffee/Cake at 1/2 time – Gold coin donation please
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/jean-reid-the-barebones-acoustic-folk-club/
LOCATION:Workshop 26\, 26 Donovan Street\, Blockhouse Bay\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Originals,Trad Song
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260629T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260629T223000
DTSTAMP:20260518T204028Z
CREATED:20260518T204028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T204028Z
UID:10002417-1782763200-1782772200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Skiffy Rivets @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:SKIFFY RIVETS IN CONCERT – Three-part harmonies in bluegrass\, blues\, folk\, country and swing. \nPete Parnham (vocals\, guitars)\, Holly Carrington & Sue Tearne (vocals) and Cathy Dyer (bass\, vocals). \nDoor sales\, tickets $20.  Doors open at 7:30.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/skiffy-rivets-the-bunker/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass & Old-Time,Blues,Country
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ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260613T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260613T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T222934Z
CREATED:20260407T202504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T222934Z
UID:10002349-1781379000-1781379000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Jean Reid & Railway Pie @ Titirangi Folk Music Club
DESCRIPTION:Jean is well-known throughout Aotearoa’s folk scene\, where she has been singing and playing for more than 50 years. She will include in her set some tracks from her ANZFA award-winning album And Aye She Sings\, released in 2025.\n\nThe second half of the evening\, Railway Pie!RAILWAY PIE AT Titirangi Folk Music Club\nComing to the Titirangi Folk Music Club on Saturday\, June 13\, RAILWAY PIE … a group of Kiwi blues veterans whose music shows why the good old days were so good.\nRailway Pie’s roots are firmly in the blues band tradition of the 1920s. But it is also a Kiwi tradition in itself – its roots go back more than 50 years. There have been a few personnel changes over the years\, but the band is still a group of friends united by a love of blues and that old Memphis sound.\nToday’s Railway Pie is a “who’s who” of the New Zealand acoustic blues scene – singer and harmonica player Jack Craw\, Terry Toohill\, who plays guitar\, banjo and fiddle\, Al Young\, who does some singing and plays guitar\, steel guitar and mandolin\, and double-bass maestro Garry Trotman\, who also sings and plays kazoo and banjo.\n\nRailway Pie has played at venues ranging from pubs to folk festivals and clubs to art galleries\, and has released two CDs. The most recent\, Caution 15\, was a finalist in the Aotearoa New Zealand Folk Alliance folk album of the year awards for 2024.\n\nall tickets $20NO EFTPOS.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/jeanreidrailwaypie/
LOCATION:Titirangi Beach Hall\, Titirangi Beach Road\, Titirangi\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues,Club Night,English Folk,Trad Song
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Railway-Pie.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T220000
DTSTAMP:20260602T213855Z
CREATED:20260602T213855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T213855Z
UID:10002493-1781208000-1781215200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Milly Tabak & Dave Khan @ Freida Margolis
DESCRIPTION:Grey Lynn’s number one country duo: Milly Tabak & Dave Khan
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/milly-tabak-dave-khan-freida-margolis/
LOCATION:Freida Margolis\, 440 Richmond road\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260610T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260610T230000
DTSTAMP:20260602T021835Z
CREATED:20260602T021835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T021835Z
UID:10002485-1781121600-1781132400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Magnets @ Auckland Bluegrass Club
DESCRIPTION:Tom Collier\, Ben Collier\, and Marcus Lawson apparently cannot be pried apart and will be back to perform a set of their own songs and tunes for us as The Magnets. \nThe Magnets were first drawn together in the early days of this century by a fondness for tomfoolery and the magic of music. They turn out tunes with a Pacific earthiness. It’s shoegrass\, it’s a Polk salad\, it’s uncut partially reheated organic acoustic chaos and you are welcome to join in. \nCome early (doors open at 7:30PM) and put your name down for a floor spots\, or just to get a seat near the fire. \nThe Magnets with floor spots in first half\nAuckland Bluegrass Club\nWednesday 10 June 2026\, 8pm\nThe Bunker\, Devonport (our home for a few months)\n$15 at the door \nThere is a gate controlling vehicular access to Mt Victoria. If you are attending an event at The Bunker you may let yourself in by entering this code on the keypad at the gate: *1109# This code is valid from 6PM-10:30PM.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/the-magnets-auckland-bluegrass-club/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time,Originals
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/the-Magnets.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260527T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260527T220000
DTSTAMP:20260524T220013Z
CREATED:20260524T220013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T220013Z
UID:10002424-1779910200-1779919200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Keb Hart @ Auckland Blues Music Club
DESCRIPTION:Keb Hart is a guitarist and singer/ songwriter. His musical styles encompass anything guitar-based such as Blues\, Americana\, Alt-Folk\, Reggae and Rock.\nHe was born in Coventry\, England but now lives and works in Cambridge\, New Zealand.\nHis memorable tunes reflect his life experiences; he writes about failed relationships\, finding new ones and paying the bills! He believes in good lyrical content and is very particular about the music production.\n\nHis focus in 2026 is the release of “Side 2” of his album “Once I Was”. It’s an album comprising 8-tracks released in 2 parts with an eclectic mix of genres to keep everyone on their toes! Look out for the videos with the singles too.\n\nDoors open 6:30pm $10 cash at doorFull Bar service & Hot Food Menu ATM Available in front bar\nFeature Band plays for an hour and then the Jamming begins \nGet in early get your name on jam sheet\, 3 songs/15 minutes (2 songs if long ones) know what your going to play\, be tuned up and ready \nSee you there for another night of good vibes\, great people and live Blues/Music 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/keb-hart-auckland-blues-music-club/
LOCATION:Harleys Bar & Restaurant\, 1130 Great North Road\, Point Chevalier\, Auckland\, 1022\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Blues
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/701200731_1479001480689881_6364720763521581481_n.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260525T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260525T230000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234549Z
CREATED:20260417T034439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T234549Z
UID:10002369-1779739200-1779750000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Rainberry Pie @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:The core of Rainberry Pie is the sometimes edgy\, sometimes dulcet\, and always enchanting vocal harmonies of Deborah Mackenzie and Micheal Young. The vocals are backed up by a well defined acoustic instrumental groove. Not willing to be constrained to a narrow genre\, Rainberry Pie explores many acoustic styles from alt-country\, western swing\, bluegrass\, and pop\, all while maintaining a cohesive and distinctive Rainberry sound. Deborah plays percussion. Micheal plays guitar. David Blackman provides tasty fills on fiddle and mandolin while Cathy Dyer lays down a solid foundation on double bass.\n\n\nThere will be floor singers in the first half of the night. Rainberry Pie will perform in the second half.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/rainberry-pie-the-bunker/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Country
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rainberry-Pie.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260520T230000
DTSTAMP:20260502T014429Z
CREATED:20260502T014247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T014429Z
UID:10002393-1779303600-1779318000@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Hearth @ The Tuning Fork
DESCRIPTION:After more than a year abroad\, Hearth returns home to Aotearoa celebrating their debut single “Not Gonna Leave You\,” out May 20\, 2026. Years in the making\, this long-awaited release marks a new chapter\, rising at last from the ashes. For their Tāmaki Makaurau stop\, Hearth will be joined onstage by Clara van Wel and Evie Bamford. \nHearth is a theatrical whirlwind of sugar and salt from Te Whanganui-a-Tara\, Aotearoa. Organic\, dynamic\, and heartfelt\, their songs explore love\, lust\, laughter\, and loss with a lyrical honesty that draws listeners in close. Blending elements of folk\, rock\, country\, and jazz\, Hearth creates a sound that is both playful and deeply true\, equal parts cheek and catharsis. Known for their captivating arrangements and expressive delivery\, Hearth balances wit and sincerity with ease. What they lack in seriousness between songs\, they make up for in moments of striking emotional clarity\, weaving stories that linger long after the final note. Since first emerging in 2021\, Hearth has grown and evolved across a range of live settings\, both solo and with a band. They have performed throughout Aotearoa at festivals including CubaDupa\, Newtown Festival\, Twisted Frequency\, Welcome to Nowhere\, and Great Sounds Great. They have also supported artists such as Frank Turner and Avalanche City\, alongside a string of headline shows in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. Warm\, whimsical\, and slightly unhinged\, Hearth invites you into their flickering glow. Welcome to the fireside. \n 
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/hearth-the-tuning-fork/
LOCATION:The Tuning Fork\, 42 Mahuhu Crescent\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Country,Originals
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Hearth.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260513T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260513T230000
DTSTAMP:20260503T231518Z
CREATED:20260503T231518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T231518Z
UID:10002394-1778702400-1778713200@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Skiffy Rivets @ Auckland Bluegrass Club
DESCRIPTION:The Skiffy Rivets will be back as guests at the Auckland Bluegrass Club in May to entertain with a musical roller coaster of humour\, heartbreak\, regrets\, flippancy\, nostalgia\, blame and of course love. \nIn a break with true bluegrass tradition\, they warn there will be no whiskey songs. However\, they reassure that the lack of\, alcohol laments is not a moral stance\, it’s just that there was no room left in the set list after covering all those other emotions. \nAnyway\, if you haven’t heard the Skiffy Rivets before you’re in for a treat. If you are a loyal fan\, you are still in for a treat\, because they have a whole lot of new exciting songs. \nFloor spots in the first half \nThere is a gate controlling vehicular access to Mt Victoria. If you are attending an event at The Bunker you may let yourself in by entering this code on the keypad at the gate: *1109# This code is valid from 6PM-10:30PM.
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/the-skiffy-rivets-auckland-bluegrass-club/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass & Old-Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Skiffy-Rivet.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260511T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260511T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T033234Z
CREATED:20260417T033234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T033234Z
UID:10002366-1778529600-1778540400@commonfolk.co.nz
SUMMARY:Blue Horizon in Concert @ The Bunker
DESCRIPTION:Americana\, blues\, and more. Originals and covers from John Olding (guitar\, Weissenborn slide guitar and vocals) and Steve Gerrish (guitar\, mandolin and vocals) \n                  
URL:https://commonfolk.co.nz/event/blue-horizon-in-concert-the-bunker/
LOCATION:The Bunker
CATEGORIES:Americana,Blues,Country,Originals
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://commonfolk.co.nz/home/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/John-Steve.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Devonport Folk Music Club":MAILTO:info@devonportfolkmusic.co.nz
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