Events

And we’re back! And not just for any new year, but for our 30th. That makes us one of the longest-running blues clubs in the southern hemisphere.   Besides a New Year, we also have a new venue, and lots of other great stuff coming for you in 2026. Meanwhile, we have an old favourite … Continue reading "Oscar Lavën’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Sax"

From small town Avalon Mississippi to big city New Orleans, songs from Mississippi John hurt, Elizabeth Cotten, John Lee Hooker and more, from piedmont, to folk, and straight up blues, the no drum quartet will bring you some absolute gems of the genres, played by artists dedicated to authentic representations of the forms. Will be … Continue reading "The Mat Enright Blues Band"

One of Wellington’s absolute gems is next. Louis Thompson-Munn had a tremendous 2025 with the launch of his album Shelter for a Broken Soul, becoming a member of Fly My Pretties, and singing Ray Charles songs with Tony Lindsay, Santana’s long-time vocalist. Now you can enjoy him close up. Come and surround yourself with the … Continue reading "Louis TM and the Velvet Tones"

PIP PAYNE, a regular player and founder of Capital Blues is back with another musical variation. Pip has had many artistic guises over the years which shows not only his versatility but also his depth of the music. This time he is joined by two outstanding musicians bring you some Louisiana blues and cajun.   … Continue reading "Pip Payne with Richard Klein and Al Norman"

William Jackman is a singer-songwriter born ‘n’ raised in Te whanganui a Tara/Wellington.   After busking and gigging his way through high-school, William helped form the group The Shadow Blasters, who had their own unique way of playing the blues. They released two albums that covered a myriad of genres, from hard-rock to psychedelic, alt-country … Continue reading "William Jackman"

Simon was a hit when he supported Ash Grunwald at Meow Nui last year. As a result, we booked him at The Underworld, and he was sensational. So, for those who couldn’t get to see him before, he will be playing for us at Lynott’s.   Lynott’s is the rebrand of Thunder Road at 21 … Continue reading "Simon Donald"