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SUMMARY:Red Dog Saloon Band
DESCRIPTION:This band includes a founding member of Capital Blues and other long-standing blues performers. \nThese players know the blues inside out and have been playing on the Wellington blues scene for over 20 years. \nDougal Speir\, Dave Murphy\, Roger Watkins (drums)\, and Elliot Fuimaono (bass) will be bringing you on a trip around the blues. \nI say this each month\, but it’s true. If you like the blues\, these are some fine players to come and listen to.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/red-dog-saloon-band-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241107T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241107T203000
DTSTAMP:20241103T224851Z
CREATED:20241103T224851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241103T224851Z
UID:8214-1731004200-1731011400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:For those who were lucky enough to get to one of the late-night jams in Jack Hackett’s Basement in the Jazz Festival\, you know what fantastic times and music there were. For many though\, they are a bit late at night.\nBut fear not: You can get a reprise at The Swing Session at the much friendlier time of 6.30. \nThe jam sessions of the festival are some of the highlights of the whole event. Many of the same musicians will be playing\, so come and have a great groove and still be able to go to work on Friday.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241101T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241101T230000
DTSTAMP:20241027T232819Z
CREATED:20241027T232819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T232819Z
UID:8205-1730493000-1730502000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:F I Z Z W I Z A R D
DESCRIPTION:‘A Fizzwizard dream is the cream of the crop — it’s the best kind of dream a person can have’. – Roald Dahl \n  \nInfamous guitar conjurer\, Aleister James Campbell\, leads a group of groovy instrument wielders through a mystical assortment of blues-based originals and classics\, with an invocative dose of psychedelic rock and a sprinkling of electronic sorcery… \n  \nAleister James Campbell (Guitar\, Vocals\, etc) \nRob Henderson (Bass) \nJohn Rae (Drums) \nJake Baxendale (Sax) \nDamian Forlong (Trombone) \n  \n‘So the music is saying something to them. It is sending a message. I do not think the human beans is knowing what that message is\, but they is loving it just the same.’ – The BFG
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/f-i-z-z-w-i-z-a-r-d-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241031T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241031T203000
DTSTAMP:20241027T234221Z
CREATED:20241027T234221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241027T234221Z
UID:8207-1730399400-1730406600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:For those who were lucky enough to get to one of the late-night jams in Jack Hackett’s Basement in the Jazz Festival\, you know what fantastic times and music there were. For many though\, they are a bit late at night. \nBut fear not: You can get a reprise at The Swing Session at the much friendlier time of 6.30. \n  \nThe jam sessions of the festival are some of the highlights of the whole event. Many of the same musicians will be playing\, so come and have a great groove and still be able to go to work on Friday.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/swing-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241025T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241025T230000
DTSTAMP:20241021T054050Z
CREATED:20241021T054050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T054050Z
UID:8200-1729888200-1729897200@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Uptakes
DESCRIPTION:Sgt. Pepper and his Lonely-Hearts Club Band brought happiness through its music\, even causing troops in World Wars I and II to stop fighting. In August 1958\, Sgt. Pepper died of a heart attack in the middle of a performance. He left the band’s magical musical instruments to the town; so long as they remain in Wellington\, its people will live happily ever after. \n  \nSgt. Pepper left his musical legacy to his handsome and good-hearted grandson\, Louis Thompson-Munn. Louis formed a new Lonely Hearts Club Band called The Uptakes with his three best friends: brothers Nick\, Steve\, and Chris. Louis and the three brothers picked up Sgt. Pepper’s magical musical instruments and played the sweetest soul and funk music to ever grace the ears of humans\, and with it they ensured happiness and good vibes remained in Wellington forever. \n  \nLouis Thompson-Munn – keys & vocals \nChris Armour – guitar \nSteve Moodie – big guitar \nNick George – drums
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-uptakes-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241024T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241024T203000
DTSTAMP:20241022T042357Z
CREATED:20241022T042357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T042357Z
UID:8203-1729794600-1729801800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:For those who were lucky enough to get to one of the late-night jams in Jack Hackett’s Basement in the Jazz Festival\, you know what fantastic times and music there were. For many though\, they are a bit late at night. \nBut fear not: You can get a reprise at The Swing Session\, at the much friendlier time of 6.30. \nThe jam sessions of the festival are some of the highlights of the whole event. Many of the same musicians will be playing\, so come and have a great groove and still be able to go to work on Friday. \n  \nAnd\, Jack Hackett’s has a $20 Cury Club night too.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241020T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241020T235900
DTSTAMP:20241006T233036Z
CREATED:20241004T053828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T233036Z
UID:8177-1729429200-1729468740@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Capital Blues at the Wellington Jazz Festival 2024 - Sun 20th
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThere will be gigs in the Lounge and the Basement. \nInfo and ticket links below. \nLounge\nThe Luke van Rensburg Quintet \nHour of Power \nThe Wellington Mingus Ensemble \nSwamp Thing \nOdESSA  \nBasement\nHenrique Morales \nA Short History of Bossa Nova  \nSnakebone \nKing Oyster \nChris Yeabsley and Oscar Lavën – Smith and Turrentine \nLate-Night Jazz Jam hosted by Oscar Lavën \n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/capital-blues-at-the-wellington-jazz-festival-2024-sun-20th/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241019T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241019T235900
DTSTAMP:20241006T233322Z
CREATED:20241004T052926Z
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UID:8174-1729342800-1729382340@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Capital Blues at the Wellington Jazz Festival 2024 - Sat 19th
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThere will be gigs in the Lounge and the Basement. \nInfo and ticket links below. \nLounge \nThe Wellington City Shake-’Em-On-Downers \nNicholas Baucke-Maunsell Quintet \nHot Ostrich \nStar Time \nBattleSka Galactica \nBasement\nJohn Rae Quintet- Brown and Roach \nJohn Rae Trio Tribute to Fats Waller \nJohn Rae Trio and Big Boned  \nThe Nick Granville Group \nThe Skeletons \nLate-Night Jazz Jam Hosted by Nick Granville
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/capital-blues-at-the-wellington-jazz-festival-2024-sat-19th/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T223000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T235900
DTSTAMP:20241014T010810Z
CREATED:20241014T010810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T010810Z
UID:8197-1729290600-1729295940@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax
DESCRIPTION:The energy from the virtuoso bandleader\, Oscar Lavën\, brings the band to life\, and quickly spreads around the room so the audience is dancing and grooving before you know it. \n  \nOscar is an eclectic saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist\, is well known around Wellington music venues where he is a full-time live performer\, and an international recording artist. \n  \nHe\, along with other top-class local musicians\, makes a much-requested return for a special gig of hot\, honking\, rock ‘n’ roll sax licks.  Get ready for great 1950s R&B and blues grooves from saxophonists like Sam Butera\, King Curtis\, and Earl Bostic. \n  \nOscar will be joined by among others\, Aleister Campbell on guitar and vocals\, Damien Forlong on trombone\, and Patrick Bleakley on bass. \n  \n“The blues had a baby and they named it rock ‘n’ roll.“ Muddy Waters
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/oscar-lavens-rock-n-roll-sax-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T220000
DTSTAMP:20241014T010515Z
CREATED:20241014T010515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T010515Z
UID:8194-1729283400-1729288800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Nick Granville’s Double Drummer Funk
DESCRIPTION:What is this madness? Come and find out. Featuring two of NZ’s very best drummers – Darren Mathiassen (Shapeshifter\, Holly Smith)\, and Tauranga’s Stan Bicknell (Kimbra\, Black Comet) with Leo Coghini on keys (and bass)\, and led by Nick Granville on guitar. This band plays everything from funk to blues to jazz and all in between and has been described as a mash up of Thelonius Monk meets James Brown. \n  \nNick Granville – Guitar & Bandleader\, Leo Coghini – Keys\, Darren Mathiassen – Drum Kit\, Stan Bicknell – Drum Kit. Two drummers\, both on kits.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/nick-granvilles-double-drummer-funk/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T193000
DTSTAMP:20241014T005446Z
CREATED:20241014T005446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T005446Z
UID:8191-1729276200-1729279800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Seamus Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Part of our Wellington Jazz Festival programme. \nOne of the finest young blues\, and rock guitar players in the country\, brings his first love\, acoustic\, rural blues. He is also a songwriter too\, and he will be playing some of his own material in the set. Seamus is renowned for the passion and energy he puts into his playing and singing. Not to be missed.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/seamus-johnson/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241018T235900
DTSTAMP:20241004T050046Z
CREATED:20241004T045936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T050046Z
UID:8164-1729274400-1729295940@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Capital Blues at the Wellington Jazz Festival 2024 - Fri 18th
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThere will be gigs in the Lounge and the Basement. \nInfo and ticket links below. \nLounge\nSeamus Johnson \nNick Granville’s Double Drummer Funk \nOscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax \nBasement\nJuice Quartet with Special Guests \nEden Brown \nWill McLean \nLate-Night Jazz Jam Hosted by Jamin Forlong
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/capital-blues-at-the-wellington-jazz-festival-2024-fri-18th/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241017T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241017T235900
DTSTAMP:20241004T050836Z
CREATED:20241004T044849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T050836Z
UID:8161-1729188000-1729209540@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Capital Blues at the Wellington Jazz Festival 2024 - Thurs 17th
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThere will be gigs in the Lounge and the Basement. \nInfo and ticket links below. \nLounge \nMr. Bert-Jingles – Robert Henderson \nTwo Bluesy Blondes \nBasement\nThe Doggy Bags  \nVSOP \nLate-Night Jazz Jam Hosted by Louis Thompson-Munn
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/capital-blues-at-the-wellington-jazz-festival-2024-thurs-17th/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241016T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241016T235900
DTSTAMP:20241004T050752Z
CREATED:20241004T040848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T050752Z
UID:8153-1729103400-1729123140@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Capital Blues at the Wellington Jazz Festival 2024 - Wed 16th
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThere will be gigs in the Lounge and the Basement. \nInfo and ticket links below. \nLounge \nOld King Cole \nBasement\nThe Wombles \nThe Bradford Gang \nLate-night jazz jam \n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/capital-blues-at-the-wellington-jazz-festival-2024-wed-16th/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241011T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241011T230000
DTSTAMP:20241006T231418Z
CREATED:20241006T231418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T231418Z
UID:8182-1728678600-1728687600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Pip Payne’s Milestone
DESCRIPTION:Pip is one of the founders of Capital Blues\, 27 years ago\, helping to make Capital Blues the longest-running blues club in the southern hemisphere. \n  \nNow Pip is reaching a milestone of his own. \n  \nJoin us to celebrate Pip Payne turning 70 – because speed limits are just a suggestion. \n  \nIf you have seen Pip play recently\, you’ll know his fabulous bluesy interpretations of some classic\, but not blues songs. His versions of Sailing Shoes\, and Brown Sugar\, are worth the evening alone. He also has some great British Blues Boom style numbers of his own. \n  \nPip will be joined initially by Roger Watkins on drums\, and Elliot Fuimaono on bass\, and there will be a limited number of guest spots. \n  \nPip’s looking forward to playing blues with some of the people he’s jammed with over the years. If you would like to jam with Pip\, get in touch beforehand so he can organise the spots. We’ve got a house backline\, and DI for acoustic instruments. \n  \nThere won’t be any candles\, because that many would be more like a bonfire.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/pip-paynes-milestone/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241007T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241007T170000
DTSTAMP:20241006T232314Z
CREATED:20241006T232314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241006T232314Z
UID:8185-1728288000-1728320400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:They are lots of fun\, with some outstanding players. \n  \nThe house band\, which changes each week\, plays a few numbers\, then we have other musicians stepping up to jam. We’ve had some stunning performances. \n  \nThe vibe is like a New York jazz club. Come and see for yourself. \n  \nWork-friendly hours\, Jack Hackett’s also has a $20 Curry Club on Thursday. What more can you want?
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241004T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241004T230000
DTSTAMP:20240929T233308Z
CREATED:20240929T233308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T233308Z
UID:8146-1728073800-1728082800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:BB and The Bullets
DESCRIPTION:After returning from Australia Brian Baker has wasted no time in making an impact on the NZ blues scene. His solo show with much heralded and reviewed singles and film clips\, has seen him perform at gigs and festivals across the country. \n  \nNow he’s joined by two local Whanganui musicians\, bass player Johnny Keating (foundation member of the Whanganui Musicians Club)\, and drummer Brad MacMillan\, both seasoned performers\, to become a blues three-piece performing classics and originals. \n  \nThe act is called BB and The Bullets and has a focus on the blues\, doing songs by Albert King\, BB King\, Muddy Waters\, plus some Stevie Ray Vaughan\, and other blues classics. \n  \nThey also feature some of Brian’s excellent releases and have recorded a few of their own. These tracks make up their debut EP which will soon be released on vinyl\, CD\, and digital through Nixon Street Recorders\, Whanganui’s own international record label. \n  \nThe guitar work that made Brian’s solo show stand out is heavily on display here\, now backed by a tight\, live rhythm section. Their shows have been very well received wherever they have performed\, getting standing ovations at the recent Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival where they played six standout shows over three days! They are drawing crowds wherever they appear\, delighting audiences with rock solid\, emotive performances of classic blues songs underlined by one undoubtedly of the finest guitarists New Zealand has produced. \n  \nThis is a new band for us so come and support some fresh talent.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/bb-and-the-bullets/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241003T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241003T203000
DTSTAMP:20240930T002954Z
CREATED:20240930T002954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T002954Z
UID:8151-1727980200-1727987400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:They are lots of fun\, with some outstanding players. \n  \nThe house band\, which changes each week\, plays a few numbers\, then we have other musicians stepping up to jam. We’ve had some stunning performances. \n  \nThe vibe is like a New York jazz club. Come and see for yourself. \n  \nWork-friendly hours\, Jack Hackett’s also has a $20 Curry Club on Thursday. What more can you want?
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240927T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240927T230000
DTSTAMP:20240923T020243Z
CREATED:20240923T020243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T020243Z
UID:8143-1727469000-1727478000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Red Dog Saloon Band
DESCRIPTION:Another of our regular bands\, shifting back to our roots in the blues. In fact\, Dougal Speir\, the lead guitarist\, is one of our founders over 26 years ago. \n  \nThe Red Dog Saloon Band musicians have been playing music in many bands on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years. They are masters of the blues. \n  \nIf you like the blues or want to find out more\, come and listen to Dougal Speir on guitar\, Dave Murphy on vocals and guitar\, Roger Watkins (drums)\, and Elliot Fuimaono (bass).
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/red-dog-saloon-band-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240926T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240926T203000
DTSTAMP:20240923T015022Z
CREATED:20240923T015022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T015022Z
UID:8141-1727375400-1727382600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:They are lots of fun\, with some outstanding players. \n  \nThe house band\, which changes each week\, plays a few numbers\, then we have other musicians stepping up to jam. We’ve had some stunning performances. \n  \nThe vibe is like a New York jazz club. Come and see for yourself. \n  \nWork-friendly hours\, Jack Hackett’s also has a $20 Curry Club on Thursday. What more can you want?
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240920T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240920T230000
DTSTAMP:20240916T013647Z
CREATED:20240916T013647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T013647Z
UID:8135-1726864200-1726873200@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Oscar Lavën’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Sax
DESCRIPTION:Oscar needs no introduction for regulars to the Wellington music scene\, nor for Capital Blues as this band plays each month for us. \n  \nOscar can be heard frequently playing around town\, in different styles\, all superbly performed.  This time\, Oscar is bringing back his raunchy rock ‘n’ roll sax with a few nods to the likes of Sam Butera\, King Curtis\, and Earl Bostic. \n  \nJoining them are the majestic Aleister Campbell (guitar)\, bodacious Patrick Bleakley (double bass)\, iron-clad Darren Mathiassen (drums)\, and diamond-plated Damian Forlong (trombone). \n  \nThis is always a popular gig. Loads of people dancing ‘n’ grooving. \n  \nCome and see why.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/oscar-lavens-rock-n-roll-sax-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240919T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240919T203000
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SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:The weekly jazz jam. \n  \nA house band of three musicians plus many jazz jammers. Free\, fabulous\, and fun. \n  \nJack Hackett’s also has a $20 Curry Club. \n  \nThese are great entertainment\, and early in the evening too.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240918T220000
DTSTAMP:20240916T060358Z
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SUMMARY:NZSM Big Band 1 and Big Band 2 plus Guitar Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:We showcased the two NZSM Big Bands in July and what incredible performances they gave us. The standard of music from the July gigs was exceptional for such young players. \nAt Capital Blues\, we have a long and deep association with the NZSM Big Bands going back many years. There is the cherished link with Rodger Fox\, but it’s more than that. 80% of the musicians that play in Capital Blues were in the Big Bands (albeit under various institution’s names) at some stage. Our President and soundman\, Damian Forlong\, and Oscar Lavën are only two examples. \n  \nMany of these players will be the future of live music in Wellington. Come along and support them.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/nzsm-big-band-1-and-big-band-2-plus-guitar-ensemble/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240913T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240913T203000
DTSTAMP:20240910T045726Z
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SUMMARY:High Society Swingers
DESCRIPTION:Nicole Chesterman and The High Society Swingers are getting “Stone-washed” in the blues again. \n  \nThe band features the fabulous: \nAslan Rowlands – guitar/vox (Capital City BB\, Blues Clues) \n“Mad Dog” Mike Duffy – bass (Capital City BB\, Newtown Rocksteady) \nintroducing Cameron Brizzle – drums (Deco Brass Band\, Trigger Happy)\, and \nNicole Maria Chesterman – vocals\, (California Dreamers\, Rock Machine\, NZPFE) \n  \nNicole recently appeared at Jack Hackett’s in the award-winning show “Lady Sings” and co-produced the Flood Fundraiser “United We Band” for Hawkes Bay. \n  \n…so come and soak yourselves in some contemporary bluesy rock covers.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/high-society-swingers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240912T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240912T203000
DTSTAMP:20240909T002305Z
CREATED:20240909T002305Z
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UID:8129-1726165800-1726173000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:Our weekly jazz jam. \nLast week was superb by all accounts. These Swing Sessions have a three-piece house band joined by some fabulous musicians out for a jam. \nJack Hackett’s also has Curry Club special on Thursdays. It gets better and better.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240906T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240906T230000
DTSTAMP:20240902T020715Z
CREATED:20240901T223934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T020715Z
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SUMMARY:The Nick Granville Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:The Nick Granville Blues Band features some of the busiest and finest musicians playing in New Zealand today. They are coming together again for an extravaganza of Chicago blues. \n  \nNeil Billington\, described as ‘the Hendrix of the harmonica’\, is probably the best blues harmonica player in the country. His performances are always electrifying\, showing what can be accomplished on a harmonica. \n  \nNick Granville has played guitar around the world including London’s O2 Arena\, and The Monterey Jazz Festival. A former guitar tutor at the New Zealand School of Music\, he has also recorded albums with some leading jazz bands and musicians too. Among the artists Nick has played with are Dave Matthews\, Dave Weckl\, Chris de Burgh\, the Rodger Fox Big Band\, and many more. \n  \nCompleting the band for us tonight are two outstanding musicians: Darren Mathiassen (drums) (Shapeshifter\, Kora\, and many more\, and Elliot Fuimaono (bass) (Aotearoa Allstars\, Red Dog Saloon Band\, and many others). \n  \nExpect some explosive playing.  This is a gig not to be missed.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-nick-granville-blues-band-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240905T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240905T203000
DTSTAMP:20240901T225328Z
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SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:They are lots of fun\, with some outstanding players. \n  \nThe house band\, which changes each week\, plays a few numbers\, then we have other musicians stepping up to jam. We’ve had some stunning performances. \n  \nThe vibe is like a New York jazz club. Come and see for yourself. \n  \nWork-friendly hours\, Jack Hackett’s also has a $20 Curry Club on Thursday. What more can you want?
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240830T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240830T230000
DTSTAMP:20240826T000038Z
CREATED:20240826T000038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T000038Z
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SUMMARY:Red Dog Saloon Band
DESCRIPTION:Another of our regular bands\, shifting back to our roots in the blues. In fact\, Dougal Speir\, the lead guitarist\, is one of our founders over 26 years ago. \n  \nThe Red Dog Saloon Band musicians have been playing music in many bands on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years. They are masters of the blues. \n  \nIf you like the blues or want to find out more\, come and listen to Dougal Speir on guitar\, Dave Murphy on vocals and guitar\, Roger Watkins (drums)\, and Elliot Fuimaono (bass).
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/red-dog-saloon-band-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240829T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240829T203000
DTSTAMP:20240826T001139Z
CREATED:20240826T001010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T001139Z
UID:8114-1724956200-1724963400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Swing Session
DESCRIPTION:They are lots of fun\, with some outstanding players. \nThe house band\, which changes each week\, plays a few numbers\, then we have other musicians stepping up to jam. We’ve had some stunning performances. \nThis week\, the band is led by versatile pianist\, writer\, and singer. Louis Thompson-Munn 29th. \nThe vibe is like a New York jazz club. Come and see for yourself. \nWork-friendly hours\, Jack Hackett’s also has a $20 Curry Club on Thursday. What more can you want?
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-swing-session-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240823T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240823T230000
DTSTAMP:20240819T010443Z
CREATED:20240819T010443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T010443Z
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SUMMARY:Wellington Heads
DESCRIPTION:Named after the striking features on Wellington’s rugged southern coastline\, Wellington Heads have been playing in and around the capital city\, and in venues further afield\, for over 20 years. \n  \nWellington Heads consists of three core songwriter-musicians (Geoff Keith\, Neil Worboys\, and Bill Wood) who combine with key musicians to form a larger live and recording band. Their songs comment on life experiences with a distinctive Wellington flavour. \n  \nWellington Heads have evolved their own sound through the influences of Kansas style blue jazz\, the swinging rhythm n blues of Louis Jordan and Ray Charles\, Chicago blues and infused with Pacific/Hawaiian rhythms\, New Orleans grooves and Latino feels. \n  \nSharp and energetic\, Wellington Heads entice people to the dance floor\, regularly delighting audiences at Wellington venues\, and playing festivals\, corporate and private functions. They are frequently invited to perform outside of Wellington\, and over the years have played Auckland\, Tauranga\, Manawatu\, Nelson and Wellington Jazz and Blues Festivals. \n  \nWellington Heads have recorded six albums\, their latest\, ‘World Keep On Turning’ is due for release in December 2023. This album continues their unique sound with a mix of rhythm n’ blues\, swing\, soul and Latino grooves. In combining this with their previous albums\, Wellington Heads have built an extensive repertoire of eclectic original songs. \n  \nWellington Heads’ regular six-piece line up is: Neil Worboys – vocals\, guitar\, harmonica\, Bill Wood – guitars\, Geoff Keith – bass\, Nic Deighton – drums\, Phil Costello – saxophone\, Greg Rogan – trumpet/saxophone.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/wellington-heads-7/
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