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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231208T203000
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SUMMARY:Shaken Not Stirred Christmas Special with guests
DESCRIPTION:Funky blues\, swingin’ blues\, old blues\, bent blues stinky blues and some smokin’ hot freshly scented blues and some sleezy funk just because we can. \nShaken Not Stirred features the horn section of  Damian Forlong\, and Dylan Holmes\, the vocals and bass playing of Geoffrey Hern with Deane Hunter on guitar\, and Darren Mathiassen on drums. \nBe prepared to be slapped and then tickled\, Shaken not Stirred\, the ultimate in aural pleasure.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/shaken-not-stirred-christmas-special-with-guests/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231201T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231201T230000
DTSTAMP:20231127T002350Z
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SUMMARY:WELLINGTON HEADS
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the new WELLINGTON HEADS Album – ‘World Keep On Turning’ \nThey’ll be playing all the songs from their new album ‘World Keep On Turning’ as well as a bunch of numbers from their extensive back catalogue – a mix of jump blues and swing\, 40s / 50s rhythm & blues styles and Hawaiian sounds\, Caribbean beats\, and funky New Orleans grooves. \n\nPurchase the new album!\nSpecial deals!!\nWe’d love to see you……\n\nNeil Worboys (lead vocals\, harmonica\, guitar)\, Bill Wood (guitars\, vocals)\, Geoff Keith (bass\, vocals)\, Nic Deighton (drums)\, Phil Costello (saxophones) and Greg Rogan (trumpet and saxophones).
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/wellington-heads-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231124T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231124T230000
DTSTAMP:20231120T005529Z
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SUMMARY:Whanganui Blues Buffet featuring Erna Ferry
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from the River City\, Whanganui – this mighty blues band features the Loveridge Brothers\, who’ve featured in many a Wellington band over the years – Captain Custard and the 1860 Band to name a few. \n  \nThe Blues Buffet started out in 2008 jamming on Sunday afternoons at the Red Lion tavern in their hometown of Whanganui. Since then\, the band has recorded three original albums\, appeared playing live on television\, and have played a few blues fests along the way. After a hiatus\, the band is back playing again. \n  \nPlaying in an electric style\, the band features a repertoire ranging from Tommy Castro\, through to Joe Bonnamassa\, Robben Ford\, Delbert McLinton\, and many blues standards. \n  \nSomething for everyone. \n  \nMurray “Dusty” Loveridge – bass\, vocals\, \nBrother Fred Loveridge – guitar vocals\, \nPaul Wilson – keyboards\, vocals and \nBrent Tanoa on drums. \nAs an added treat\, the powerful voice of vocalist Erna Ferry is out front singing and playing mouth harp.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/whanganui-blues-buffet-featuring-erna-ferry/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231117T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231117T230000
DTSTAMP:20231113T004926Z
CREATED:20231113T004926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T004926Z
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SUMMARY:FIZZWIZARD
DESCRIPTION:NB – this is a postponement from last week. \n“A Fizzwizard dream is the cream of the crop — it’s the best kind of dream a person can have’. – Roald Dahl \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… \nAleister James Campbell (Guitar\, Vocals\, etc)\nPat Bleakley (Bass)\nJacob Randall (Drums)\nDan Yeabsley (Sax)\nDamian Forlong (Trombone) \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/fizzwizard/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231110T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231110T230000
DTSTAMP:20231106T041623Z
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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) \nPat Bleakley (Bass) \nJacob Randall (Drums) \nDan Yeabsley (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-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231103T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231103T230000
DTSTAMP:20231030T040250Z
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SUMMARY:The Nick Granville Blues Band with Brannigan Kaa
DESCRIPTION:The Nick Granville Blues Band features some of the busiest and finest musicians playing in New Zealand today. \n  \nNick 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 four outstanding musicians:- Brannigan Kaa (vocals)\, Duncan Haynes (keyboard)\, Richard Te One (drums)\, Elliot Fuimaono (bass). They will be playing music with their own contemporary spin; combining blues with funk\, R&B\, and jazz. \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-with-brannigan-kaa/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T210000
DTSTAMP:20231013T054642Z
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SUMMARY:Steely DNA
DESCRIPTION:Steely DNA performs the wonderfully eclectic music of the American Blues\, Jazz\, R’nB\, Rock & Pop band Steely Dan. Formed in 2018 in closed sessions at a Television Studio\, this 9-piece band is made up of experienced musicians and singers from the Wellington region. \nHear all the best-known and also some lesser-known songs from the nine-album repertoire of musical geniuses Donald Fagen and Walter Becker\, who founded the band whilst studying at Bard College in Dutchess County New York in 1971. With lyrics often puzzling to the listener and with the true meaning of the song “uncoded” through repeated listening\, session musicians on these albums have included Jeff “Skunk” Baxter\, Denny Dias\, Jim Hodder\, David Palmer\, Royce Jones\, Bernard Purdie\, Peter Erskine\, Michael McDonald\, Dean Parks\, Rick Derringer and Jeff Porcaro. Fagen and Beckers’ intimidating attention to detail in recording their music is something many of their session musicians still talk about to this day. \nThis will be a night not to be missed\, not only for enthusiastic musicians\, but also for fastidious audiophiles of this legendary music. Featuring the legendary Brannigan Kaa on vocals and Andrea Sanders (The Beatgirls) backing vocals. \nTickets here.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/steely-dna-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T163000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T180000
DTSTAMP:20231013T053015Z
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SUMMARY:The Julie Lamb Outfit And Guests
DESCRIPTION:Julie Lamb Outfit is an 8-piece Mischief Groove collaborative from Aotearoa. Impressive arrangements. Energising\, personality-filled music. Awesome harmonies. Groovy stories. \nAudiences and reviewers alike talk about their fusion of arrangements and talent as magic. The Outfit shared that this magic simply comes from “enjoying what you do\, respecting and laughing with the people you do it with\, and of course\, pizza every band practice helps a little too”. \nCome and join them for a crispy base of groove held together by saucy\, but never cheesy stories\, topped with delicious harmonies. \n“A class act made all the better by the joie-de-vivre it encapsulates and projects” – Bing Turkby\, Nz Musician Magazine \nToday the band will be joined for a few songs by Don Burnham (Californian Western Swing Hall of Famer) and Sarah Dee. Expect some world-class Western Swing and be certain to bring your boogie shoes! \nTickets here.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-julie-lamb-outfit-and-guests/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T160000
DTSTAMP:20231013T052815Z
CREATED:20231013T052744Z
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SUMMARY:Big Boned! This Will Be Phat!!
DESCRIPTION:Two Trombone players walk into a bar. We can’t drink alone\, let’s get more Trombone players down here. The sweet-sounding and dexterous 1948 NY Bach 6 Trombone of Kaito Walley with the chainsaw-like tone of Damian Forlong’s 1977 Jiggs Whigham King 2b blend together like a G&T\, a bogan and coke or a shandy. \nPlaying hard swinging classics and blues made famous by JJ Johnson and Kai Winding and a selection of tunes showcasing this most noble\, beautiful\, awe-inspiring\, beautiful\, preferred by the God and Darth Vader of instruments. \nEvery Trombone player from the length and breadth of the city has been invited to play for the grand finale of this show for a mass (bunch? Gaggle? Herd? Stampede? ) of Trombone thunder. \nIf you don’t like the Trombone\, it’s worth going just to hear the band featuring the who’s that of the Wellington Jazz scene. \nMusicians; John Rae – Drums\, Patrick Bleakley – Bass & Ben Wilcock Piano \nTickets here.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/big-boned-this-will-be-phat/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231029T143000
DTSTAMP:20231013T052524Z
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SUMMARY:Nicholas Baucke-Maunsell Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to be transported back in time as The Nicholas Baucke-Manusell quartet brings the stage to life with timeless jazz classics\, evoking nostalgic emotions that resonate deep within. But that’s not all! The magic extends to the present\, as they’ll also grace us with contemporary bangers that’ll have you tapping your feet and dancing along. Whether you’re a seasoned jazz enthusiast or simply looking for a show of pure musical bliss\, the Nicholas Baucke-Maunsell Quartet guarantees an unforgettable afternoon filled with soul-stirring tunes. \nThe Nicholas Baucke-Manusell quartet is Leonardo Coghini\, Seth Boy\, Abe Bailey\, and Nicholas Baucke-Maunsell. With more than five years of performances together\, this group promises to deliver an extraordinary musical experience like no other. \nTickets here.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/nicholas-baucke-maunsell-quartet/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T213000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T230000
DTSTAMP:20231013T052244Z
CREATED:20231013T052221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T052244Z
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SUMMARY:Star Time
DESCRIPTION:Experience the mesmerizing fusion of Afro-Jazz with the spellbinding vocals of Francois Judah in this captivating ensemble. \n  \nA new Afro-Jazz ensemble\, led by the extraordinary talent of Francois Judah\, delivers an unforgettable musical journey that will transport you to the heart of African rhythms and soulful melodies. With a rich blend of traditional African beats\, jazz improvisation\, and the soul-stirring voice of Francois Judah\, their performance creates an electrifying atmosphere that engages and delights audiences of all backgrounds. \n  \nImmerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of Afro-Jazz and witness the incredible synergy between world-class musicians and the incredible vocal prowess of Francois Judah. Prepare to be moved\, uplifted\, and thoroughly entertained. \n  \nThe all-new Star Time ensemble plays Afro Jazz led by extraordinary vocalist Francois Judah and master percussionist Modi Shemi. \nStar Time is backed by: \nAteo Buhne (drums)\nNico Buhne (keys)\nJamin Forlong (gat)\nJack Harris (bass)\nAlex Vujanic (sax)\nLouis Holland (trombone) \n  \nFree entry.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/star-time/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T200000
DTSTAMP:20231018T065458Z
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SUMMARY:Cat Tunks and Michael Barker
DESCRIPTION:Auckland songstress Catherine ‘Cat’ Tunks hails from the wild west coast of Auckland’s Piha Beach and is a NZ queen of Southern Soul. \nWith a powerhouse voice that moves from rock-inspired roots to ethereal gospel blues\, jazz\, and country. \nShe joins Wellington drummer & percussionist Michael Barker (Swamp Thing)\, collaborating on an original swamp-style blues experience with Auckland’s Alex Griffith on bass\, and from the deep south of Central Otago Gavin Dowling on guitar. \nFree entry. \n\n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/cat-tunks-and-michael-barker/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T173000
DTSTAMP:20231013T051736Z
CREATED:20231013T051736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T051736Z
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SUMMARY:Governor Jeff
DESCRIPTION:Governor Jeff is the horror-themed project schemed up by guitarist Jamin Forlong\, sneaking in elements of horrorcore\, psych-rock\, jazz\, hip-hop\, and R&B. Jeff is backed by Jamin Forlong (electric guitar)\, Sam Hunter (keyboard)\, Ryder Smith (drums)\, and Harrison Scholes (bass). Special guests also! \nTickets here.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/governor-jeff-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T153000
DTSTAMP:20231013T051222Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T051222Z
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SUMMARY:Alex Trask Quartet
DESCRIPTION:After presenting this set to an enthusiastic audience at the Wellington Jazz Festival last year\, the quartet will again present the music of under-sung piano hero Freddie Redd\, this time with a fresh new line up. The group will play tunes from the iconic Freddie Redd albums The Connection and Shades of Redd\, as well as a few Jackie McLean classics. Throughout the concert will be readings from the play The Connection by Jack Gelber\, alongside the tunes from the original score by Redd. Bebop meets theatre\, an auspicious combination not to be missed! \nJoining local saxophonist Alex Trask is a powerhouse band featuring master pianist Duncan Haynes\, sharp-dressing bassist Wynton Newman\, and stalwart drummer Mark Lockett. \n\nTickets here.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/alex-trask-quartet-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231028T133000
DTSTAMP:20231013T050901Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T050901Z
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SUMMARY:The Wellington City Shake-’Em-On-Downers
DESCRIPTION:A Wellington take on the vintage stylings of Dixieland jazz & New Orleans swing… \nBrew up some bathtub gin and get togged to the bricks! The Wellington City Shake-’Em-On-Downers are the Strait city’s most swinging septet\, with tunes that take you back to scintillating nights at the speakeasy. The Shake-‘Em On-Downers have thrilled audiences and startled wildlife from Waiheke to Milford Sound\, with energetic and iconoclastic interpretations of vintage jazz classics. As well as standards from the New Orleans and swing songbook\, they also perform raging new compositions inspired by the era. Described as ‘hot Dadaist swing’\, the Shake-’Em-On-Downers will serve you up a spicy gumbo of musical treats! \nTonight they have cooked up a tribute to Louis Armstrong! Darn tootin’! \n\nTickets here. \n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-wellington-city-shake-em-on-downers-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231027T210000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231027T230000
DTSTAMP:20231017T222320Z
CREATED:20231013T050538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T222320Z
UID:7829-1698440400-1698447600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Purple Haze - The Fitzpatrick's Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nPurple Haze is a high energy\, blues and rock-inspired four-piece band\, playing classics by artists such as Jimi Hendrix\, Led Zeppelin\, Cream\, and more. \nEugene Wolfin on vocals\, Matthew Fitzpatrick on Guitar\, Jacob Randall on drums\, and Blain Fitzpatrick on bass. \nCome along and enjoy some freshly interpreted versions of some high-energy\, groovy tunes. \n\nFree entry.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/purple-haze-the-fitzpatricks-blues-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231027T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231027T193000
DTSTAMP:20231013T050559Z
CREATED:20231013T050314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T050559Z
UID:7826-1698429600-1698435000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Skeletons
DESCRIPTION:The Skeletons are a boogie and blues trio\, formed as an alter ego to local Wellington rock and roll band Sea Mouse. The trio performs a collection of haunting blues classics with Seamus Johnson on guitar and vocals\, Scott Maynard on bass guitar\, Thomas Friggens on drums\, and are joined by a very special guest on keyboard. \nFree entry.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-skeletons-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231026T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231026T213000
DTSTAMP:20231023T224011Z
CREATED:20231013T050134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T224011Z
UID:7823-1698350400-1698355800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Planet Groove
DESCRIPTION:Planet Groove is a powerhouse funky unit dedicated to the music of Maceo Parker and James Brown. \nLed by Bryn van Vliet and fronted by Lisa Tomlins\, expect a night full of high energy\, non-stop groove. \nThis was one of the highlights from the 2020 Jazz Festival. Don’t miss it. \nFree entry.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/planet-groove/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231025T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231025T200000
DTSTAMP:20231017T195831Z
CREATED:20231013T045428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T195831Z
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SUMMARY:The Wellington Mingus Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:What a way to open the Capital Blues Stage at the Wellington Jazz Festival!\nShowcasing the music of prolific composer Charles Mingus\, The Wellington Mingus Ensemble includes some of New Zealand’s finest jazz performers collaborating together to create an expansive sound rich in texture and high in energy. Arranged by a variety of prominent New York musicians\nfor a sixteen-piece big band\, their repertoire is expressive\, energetic\, and dramatic! \nTickets https://www.jazzfestival.nz/events/wellington-mingus-ensemble/ \n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-wellington-mingus-ensemble/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231020T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231020T230000
DTSTAMP:20231015T233611Z
CREATED:20231015T233611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T233611Z
UID:7861-1697833800-1697842800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Red Dog Saloon Band
DESCRIPTION:If you want to hear the blues played with a real passion and respect for the music\, check out this band. \n  \nThe Red Dog Saloon Band members know the blues inside out and have been playing on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years. \n  \nDuring that time\, they have become masters of their craft\, and provided inspiration for many new\, younger players along the way. \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). \n  \nThese are some fine players to see if you want to hear some blues.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/red-dog-saloon-band-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231013T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231013T230000
DTSTAMP:20231008T233121Z
CREATED:20231008T233121Z
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UID:7807-1697229000-1697238000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Blues Clues
DESCRIPTION:A welcome return for Blues Clues. It’s been a long while since we last had them. \n  \nBlues Clues is a Wellington-based blues band that brings down & dirty\, old-school blues into \nthe modern age. Classic blues songs by Muddy Waters\, BB King\, Stevie Ray Vaughn\, Eric Clapton\, and more\, passionately and energetically performed by some of Wellington’s top professional musicians! \nFeaturing Mike Duffy (bass)\, Miles Crayford (keys)\, Greg Crayford (drums)\, and Aslan\n(guitar/vocals).
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/blues-clues/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231006T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231006T230000
DTSTAMP:20231002T005906Z
CREATED:20231002T005906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T005906Z
UID:7803-1696624200-1696633200@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Blond Faith
DESCRIPTION:Capital Blues super group exclusive. \nThe Fitzpatrick brothers Blain on bass\, Matthew on guitar \nWarwick Murray vocals and guitar \nMichael Barker drums. \n  \nStarting with acoustic blues classics and originals leading into a full-on mix of stomping blues-rock classics with plenty of expert improv to keep it all fresh and funky. Don’t forget to slip-slop-slap ’cause it’s gonna be a hot one!
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/blond-faith/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230929T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230929T230000
DTSTAMP:20230924T231505Z
CREATED:20230924T231505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230924T231505Z
UID:7799-1696019400-1696028400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Bucks
DESCRIPTION:We are bringing you another new band this week. New to Capital Blues that is. \n  \nThe Bucks are new and hot on the rock scene in Welly.  It’s a shared love of blues-rock and rolled cigarettes that brought this Irish / American / Kiwi 3-piece together. \n  \nThey give you driving sounds and wailing strings right to your ears and hips.  Buckle up folks\, The Bucks always bring energy and fun to their shows. \n  \nThey are: \nDónal (Donald) Gunning – bass / vox \nMichael (Dirty Mike) Matthynssens – guitar / vox \nMason (The Human Metronome) Williams – drums \n  \nhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/CulL8Jcob7g/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-bucks/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230922T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230922T230000
DTSTAMP:20230918T012624Z
CREATED:20230918T012624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T012624Z
UID:7796-1695414600-1695423600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax
DESCRIPTION:Another of our residency bands. \n  \nThe 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-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230922T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230922T200000
DTSTAMP:20230918T011835Z
CREATED:20230918T011835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T011835Z
UID:7793-1695409200-1695412800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Tauranga Boys College Big Band
DESCRIPTION:There is a national school big band competition this week in Wellington. This year\, we’ve invited the band from Tauranga Boys College to play a set for us. \n  \nWe had a band from Christchurch a couple of years ago and they were outstanding. Given the number of top musicians we have playing in Wellington who are from Tauranga\, I expect that this band will be fantastic too. \n  \nCome and support the next generation of big band talent.  Make their day by giving them a big audience to play to.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-tauranga-boys-college-big-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230915T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230915T230000
DTSTAMP:20230911T050422Z
CREATED:20230910T233824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T050422Z
UID:7790-1694809800-1694818800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Neil And Nick Band
DESCRIPTION:The Neil and Nick Band is back\, to light fires at the Capital Blues Club with Neil’s unique brand of scorching Chicago blues. \n  \nNeil is one of the country’s premier harmonica players and blues performers. He has played numerous festivals around the country in the company of some of New Zealand’s best blues and jazz musicians. He has also toured overseas and appeared on international stages with some of the biggest names in the blues. \n  \nJoining Neil on harmonica and vocals will be Nick Granville (gtr)\, Duncan Haynes (keys)\, Elliott Fuimaono (bass)\, Richard Te One (drums). \n  \n“When Neil met the great West Coast harmonica player Rod Piazza\, Rod gazed over his coolest of cool shades and said to Neil – “You’re lost – lost in the blues!” For a night that relives the sounds and the spirit of the great names in Chicago blues – Muddy Waters\, Howling Wolf\, Little Walter\, Sonny Boy Williamson\, Elmore James\, Magic Sam\, and so many others – come down to Jack Hackett’s this Friday.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-neil-and-nick-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230908T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230908T230000
DTSTAMP:20230904T005707Z
CREATED:20230904T005707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T005707Z
UID:7787-1694205000-1694214000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Red Dog Saloon Band
DESCRIPTION:This band needs no introduction as they’ve been playing the blues in Wellington for 30 years. \n  \nThey are masters of their craft\, and have provided inspiration for many new\, younger players along the way. \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). \n  \nThese are some fine players to see if you want to hear some blues.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-red-dog-saloon-band-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230901T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230901T230000
DTSTAMP:20230827T224331Z
CREATED:20230827T224331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T224331Z
UID:7785-1693600200-1693609200@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Warwick Murray and the Kingmakers
DESCRIPTION:Warwick Murray is one of the most entertaining\, versatile\, and well-travelled multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters in New Zealand. \n  \nKnown for his humour and vast knowledge of many musical genres\, he has played in over 30 countries around the world. Warwick has headlined events in Europe\, Latin America\, New Zealand\, and the Pacific at festivals including La Serena international jazz festival\, and Viña del Mar Jazz (Chile)\, Barrels Blues Festival (UK)\, and Queenstown Winterfest and Jazz festivals. \n  \nHe has written\, recorded\, and performed blues\, rock and jazz tunes while performing on a wide range of instruments including guitar\, banjo\, mandolin\, bass\, ukulele\, drums\, and harmonica. His latest blues-rock release was ‘Smile’ by The Murray Brothers. This is an album of original songs recorded during the lockdown in New Zealand in 2020 by Warwick and his brother\, with both playing all of the instruments. The album reached number 12 in the NZ Top 20 albums chart in February 2021. \n  \nWarwick has also enjoyed New Zealand album chart success with the Strait Shooters (That’s All We Have Time For\, #20 2017)\, the Fabulous Murray Brothers (Sing It Chap! #6 2018) and Funky Jandal and the Murray Brothers (See you at the end boys! #12 2019). \n  \nAn indication of the versatility that Warwick brings to his gigs is Voodoo Chile by Jimi Hendrix which he plays on the ukulele! https://youtu.be/-zHWM_mLK-8
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/warwick-murray-and-the-kingmakers-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230830T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230830T210000
DTSTAMP:20230803T212448Z
CREATED:20230803T212232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T212448Z
UID:7767-1693422000-1693429200@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Chris Cain with The Rodger Fox Big Band
DESCRIPTION:Here’s a special event we are bringing you.  Please note\, this is a Wednesday. \nUSA Blues legend Chris Cain will take the Blues Club stage at Jack Hackett’s ahead of the New Zealand Blues Roots and Groove Festival in Palmerston North. Accompanied by the Rodger Fox Big Band and brought to you by the Capital Blues Club\, the Wellington Blues community welcomes Chris Cain to the Capital. \n  \nTake some influence from B.B. King\, Albert King\, Ray Charles\, and a pinch of Albert Collins. \n  \nAdd in dazzling blues and jazz guitar chops\, a rich soulful baritone vocal. \n  \nDrop in a dollop of original\, often wry\, and beleaguered lyrics with sophisticated chord changes and instrumentation. \n  \nMix together with uptown cool that never lacks searing passion. \n… and you’ve created the one and only Chris Cain\, who has gone from being a newcomer phenomenon bursting onto the blues scene in 1987 with a classic debut release\, to being a legend\, inspiration\, and long-established member of the blues pantheon. \n  \nGet your Early Bird tickets now for just $25. \nFor Capital Blues Club members and students\, we have a discounted ticket price of $20! (ID at the door please). \nDoor sales\, subject to availability\, $35. \nTickets available here.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/chris-cain-with-the-rodger-fox-big-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230825T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230825T230000
DTSTAMP:20230821T004739Z
CREATED:20230821T004717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T004739Z
UID:7781-1692995400-1693004400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Bullfrog Rata Express
DESCRIPTION:Bullfrog Rata’s musical journey has been wide and varied. From busking on the streets in towns like Wairoa and Waipukerau to flying on jets to play for US billionaires. \nHe has been lucky enough to open for and share the stage with many of his idols including Midge Marsden and The Chills\, and with international blues acts like Taj Mahal\, Watermelon Slim as well as megastars Tina Turner\, Charlie Pride\, and Jethro Tull. \nHis band this week features: \nPatrick Bleakley on bass \nGeoff Culverwell on trumpet \nAbe Bailie on drums.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-bullfrog-rata-express-2/
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