Warwick Murray is one of the most entertaining, versatile, and well-travelled multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters in New Zealand. Known for his humour and vast knowledge of many musical genres, he has … Continue reading "Warwick Murray and the Kingmakers"

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 … Continue reading "Red Dog Saloon Band"

Pip Payne, master of the resonator (Dobro style) slide guitar, and New Zealand’s best blues and chromatic harmonica player, Neil Billington, are playing again for Capital Blues. Their show was … Continue reading "Pip Payne and Neil Billington"

This week we have a double bill and Michael will be opening the show on Friday.   Michael’s career as a drummer and percussionist has spanned some 20+ bands (including … Continue reading "Michael Barker"

After their first gig for Capital Blues, it was only a short matter of time before we rebooked them.   This is a new blues band but one stacked with … Continue reading "The Blain Fitzpatrick Blues Band"

This is always a high-energy, mucho boogie, fun night.   The energy from the virtuoso bandleader, Oscar Lavën, brings the band to life, and quickly spreads around the room so … Continue reading "Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax"