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SUMMARY:The Hurricane Blues
DESCRIPTION:Freddy Limbert and Hurricane Shayn Wills\, with special guest Rick Cranson. \n  \nThese two musicians first played for Capital Blues over 20 years ago! They are still touring\, and selling out shows all over the North Island\, so we are delighted to be able to bring them back for you. \n  \nLast year’s sold-out shows proved that the collaboration between three of Aotearoa’s best blues players was a treat worth waiting for.  Now they are bringing the gold to Capital Blues for their only Wellington show! This will truly be a night of world-class blues and good times! Be sure to bring your dance moves\, these boys aren’t coming for a good time; they are bringing one with them! \n  \nGet ready for another great night of live blues. \n  \nTickets $20 GA\, $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-hurricane-blues/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Li’l Chuck - The One-Man Skiffle Machine
DESCRIPTION:One-man skiffle band with songs inspired by the sounds of the Blues\, Early Jazz\, Western Swing\, Ragtime\, and more. \n  \nCaptivating storytelling intertwines effortlessly with heart-stopping harmonica. Multiple guitar styles are underpinned by his left and right feet frantically pounding the kick drum and hi-hat. The listener is left simply wondering\, “How the hell does he do that”? \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/lil-chuck-the-one-man-skiffle-machine/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:The Crayford-Granville-Jensen Trio
DESCRIPTION:Turn up the volume and lock into the groove. As part of the 2026 Wellington Jazz Festival\, Capital Blues is bringing you a night of pure\, unadulterated musical fire with the Crayford-Granville-Jensen Trio. \nTaking the high-octane spirit of classic 1960s Hammond organ trios and supercharging it for today\, this powerhouse lineup delivers a lethal dose of fiery blues\, deep-dish funk\, and unstoppable swing. \n\nNick Granville (guitar) – Fire-breathing solos and razor-sharp tone.\nMiles Crayford (Hammond organ) – Laying down low-end basslines and soulful\, soaring organ keys.\nMike Jensen (drums) – The hard-hitting engine room driving every beat.\n\nWhether you’re a die-hard jazz head or just looking for an electric night of live music that gets your feet moving\, this is one festival show you cannot miss. Grab your crew\, grab a drink\, and come to feel the heat! \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-crayford-granville-jensen-trio/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261016T203000
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SUMMARY:Luka van Rensburg - Gerry Mulligan’s Night Lights
DESCRIPTION:Luka loves to recreate classic jazz sax albums. Last year he led a quintet performing Coltrane’s Blue Train. This year for Wellington Jazz Festival it is Gerry Mulligan’s Night Lights. \n  \nA Classic West Coast album from a titan of the baritone saxophone. Recreated in exacting detail and skill with an added personal touch by Poneke’s finest. \n  \nLineup : \n  \nBaritone Saxophone : Daniel Yeabsley \nTrumpet/Flugelhorn : Sylvester Green \nValve Trombone : Luka van Rensburg \nGuitar : Hupstein Eng \nBass : Jacob Hurst \nDrumkit : Max Sheehan \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members. \n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/luka-van-rensburg-gerry-mulligans-night-lights/
LOCATION:Wellington
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261017T130000
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SUMMARY:Sergeant Bertie's Lonely Jazz Club Band
DESCRIPTION:Sgt. Bertie’s Lonely Jazz Club Jazz Band Presents: The Loneliest Jazz Band in all the Land! (featuring special jazz guests). \n  \nHave no fear! Decorated swing veteran Sgt. Bertrum Bertholomew Hendelby is here! With his band of merry misfits in tow. \n  \nThere’s no swing\, rag\, or good-old-back-home-just-like-mama-used-to-make blues that he can’t handle. His selection of some of the finest tunes that the early jazz and swing era have to offer will surely set your toes tapping and your heart racing. So rest easy Wellington\, the groove is in safe hands with Sgt. Bertie behind the wheel. \n  \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/sergeant-berties-lonely-jazz-club-band/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Frank Talbot and his Franktastic Four
DESCRIPTION:Saxophonist Frank Talbot presents high-energy\, exciting jazz featuring a band of virtuosos. \n  \nA former member of the Rodger Fox Big Band\, RNZAF Band and current section leader of the Queen City Big Band\, Talbot has toured his music around the country and released his album ‘Mundane Life Updates’ through Rattle Records. \n  \nJoining forces with a group of the finest from all different parts of the country\, Talbot presents his original music filled with his trademark energy\, virtuosity\, catchiness and humour. \n  \nLineup: \nFrank Talbot – Saxophone \nJack Harre – Trumpet \nConnor McAneney – Keyboard \nChris Beernink – Bass \nHikurangi Schaverien-Kaa – Drums \n  \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/frank-talbot-and-his-franktastic-four/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:The Doggy Bags
DESCRIPTION:Wellington’s own blues-rock Super Group. See them while you can. \n  \nReheating some of the tastiest bluesy treats and dousing them with a heroic dose of spicy sauce\, The Doggy Bags serve up high-energy grooves to get the party cranking. \n  \nThe roguish trio (consisting of Tyson Smith\, Paul Mouncey\, and Peter Elliot) save nothing for later with their exciting\, unpredictable jams. \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-doggy-bags-2/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Mat Enright And The Cuzzies 5-Piece Jass Band
DESCRIPTION:New Orleans in Wellington? You betcha. \n  \nHear the Trad\, Piedmont\, and Blues sounds of old New Orleans at Lynott’s Irish Bar\, Blair St on 17 October 7:30pm \n  \nAnthony Donaldson drums \nNick Granville guitar \nEmma Hattaway bass \nBlair Latham sax \nMat Enright Trumpet and vocals and guitar. \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/mat-enright-and-the-cuzzies-5-piece-jass-band/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:Battleska Galactica
DESCRIPTION:Battleska Galactica are purveyors of unique high-energy ska music. Expect old-school and new-school ska\, with horns\, multiple singers and a blazing rhythm section. \n  \nMade up of some of Pōneke’s most accomplished musicians\, Battleska Galactica delivers a highly entertaining show every time\, taking the audience with them on an up-tempo ride that leaves everyone invigorated—and a little bit puffed. \n  \nExpect dancing\, fun\, and singalong ska. \n  \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members. \n  \nImage by Nick George
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/battleska-galactica/
LOCATION:Wellington
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261018T170000
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SUMMARY:King Oyster
DESCRIPTION:This is one of THE best bands in Wellington. \n  \nDriving grooves\, classy funk\, outstanding musicians. That’s what you get from King Oyster. \n  \nThe band is Oscar Laven on sax\, Blain Fitzpatrick on bass\, Matthew Fitzpatrick on guitar\, and Jacob Randall on drums. One look at those names\, and you know you are in for some remarkable playing. \n  \nThis will be one of the highlights of the festival. \n  \nTickets are $20 or $10 for members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/king-oyster-2/
LOCATION:Wellington
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SUMMARY:TomTom and the Groove-Daddies
DESCRIPTION:Led by 9-year-old (yes\, 9 years old!) drumming phenom TomTom Woodson\, TomTom and the Groove-Daddies play a sing-out-loud style of music that includes hits from the Beatles\, CCR\, the Killers\, the Rolling Stones and more. \n  \nFrom an early age\, TomTom showed an aptitude for music such that around the age of 10 months\, his father bought him a set of drumsticks and made him a small drum kit out of milk formula cans. TomTom immediately began playing along to his father’s guitar playing and before he was 2 years old\, TomTom performed his first gig in public. \n  \nHis father contacted his professional musician friends and in 2022\, The Groove-Daddies were formed. The band features Jay Hay on bass guitar and TomTom’s father Beau Redding on guitar and lead vocals. \n  \nIn 2026 they performed at the Festival of Lights in New Plymouth and at the Picton Maritime Festival. \nTickets are $20 GA or $10 for Capital Blues Inc members.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/tomtom-and-the-groove-daddies/
LOCATION:Lynott’s Irish Pub\, 21 Blair Street\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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