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SUMMARY:The Wellington City Shake-Em-On-Downers
DESCRIPTION:22nd The Wellington City Shake-Em-On-Downers – 12pm – $20\, $10 Capital Blues Inc members \nThe Wellington City Shake-Em-On-Downers are\, quite bafflingly\, New Zealand’s most popular swing septet\, with a cult following of thrilled audiences and startled wildlife from Waiheke to Milford Sound and a variety of desolate spaces in between. Clean your bathroom because we suggest you brew up some bathtub gin and get togged to the bricks! \n  \nThe Shake-Ems possess arcade knowledge of iconoclastic interpretations of vintage hot jazz classics that take you back to scintillating nights at the speakeasy. 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’ with ‘refreshingly surreal larrikin behaviour’\, The Wellington City Shake-Em-On-Downers never fail to serve up a spicy melange of musical treats!
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-wellington-city-shake-em-on-downers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221021T220000
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SUMMARY:The Bullfrog Rata Express
DESCRIPTION:21st – The Bullfrog Rata Express 10pm – FREE\nBullfrog 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. \n  \nHe as 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\, Ch and Watermelon Slim as well as mega stars Tina Turner\, Charlie Pride\, and Jethro Tull. \n  \nHe’s roped in a few friends and local luminaries to help him entertain the fervent blues and roots lovers at Capital Blues Club Night\, your blues stop at the 2022 Wellington Jazz Festival. \n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-bullfrog-rata-express/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221021T193000
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SUMMARY:The Skeletons
DESCRIPTION:21st The Skeletons – 7.30pm – FREE\nThe 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 special guest Dayle Jellyman on organ.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-skeletons-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221020T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221020T200000
DTSTAMP:20221013T030836Z
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SUMMARY:The James Guilford\, Kaito Walley Brass Explosion
DESCRIPTION:20th – The James Guilford\, Kaito Walley Brass Explosion – 6.30pm – FREE\nTwo of the hottest young brass players in town front and centre of a hot band playing both kinds of jazz\, hot and cool. James Guilford\, trumpet\, (The Rodger Fox Big Band\, Culture Embassy) and Kaito Walley\, trombone\, (The Rodger Fox Big Band\, LAB) will woo you with their sweet tone and sweet faces.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-james-guilford-kaito-walley-brass-explosion/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221019T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221019T210000
DTSTAMP:20221013T030745Z
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SUMMARY:The Julie Lamb Outfit
DESCRIPTION:19th The Julie Lamb Outfit – 7.30 – $10 or FREE for Capital Blues Club Inc members\nPicture the opening night of the Wellington Jazz Festival. Town is buzzing\, even on a school night. There is so much on offer you’re spinning on the spot – looking like the glorious dancing dervish you most definitely are. And suddenly\, here we are with our mischief groove… just perfect for setting off the week and grinning on the dance floor. \n  \nJust a tenner. $10 for 8-piece spice. Or if you’re a Capital Blues Club member – Zilch\, nada\, free! \nSee you there!
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-julie-lamb-outfit-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221014T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221014T230000
DTSTAMP:20221010T010127Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T010127Z
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SUMMARY:Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax
DESCRIPTION:This is always a high-energy\, mucho boogie\, fun night. \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 trombone\, and Patrick Bleakley 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-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221007T213000
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SUMMARY:The Blain Fitzpatrick Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:After their first gig for Capital Blues\, it was only a short matter of time before we rebooked them. \n  \nThis is a new blues band but one stacked with familiar faces\, and outstanding talent. \n  \nA quick look at the musicians in the band will tell you that you can expect some top-class playing. Some might even say virtuoso. \n  \nThe band is:- \nVocals – Eugene Wolfin\nGuitar – Nick Granville\nGuitar – Matthew Fitzpatrick\nDrums – Thomas Friggins\nBass – Blain Fitzpatrick \n  \nThey will be playing some classic bluesy tunes in their own way. \n  \nThis is going to be a fantastic evening of outstanding music and musicians. Don’t miss it.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-blain-fitzpatrick-blues-band-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221007T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221007T210000
DTSTAMP:20221003T000149Z
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SUMMARY:Michael Barker
DESCRIPTION:This week we have a double bill and Michael will be opening the show on Friday. \n  \nMichael’s career as a drummer and percussionist has spanned some 20+ bands (including The John Butler Trio\, Split Enz\, Neil and Tim Finn\, The Black Sorrows). Combining this with his orchestral percussion training along with a passion for world beat and alternative music\, make the foundation of his eclectic\, captivating sound. \n  \nAmericana-style best describes Michael’s solo show. His original songs tell stories of a life well lived\, recounting childhood fishing tales\, immortality\, and finding love again.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/michael-barker/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220930T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220930T230000
DTSTAMP:20220925T223227Z
CREATED:20220925T223227Z
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SUMMARY:Pip Payne and Neil Billington
DESCRIPTION: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 so hot last time\, we brought them back for you. \nThey will be appearing with a killer rhythm section laying down some fat grooves\, with Roger Watkin on drums and Miklin Halstead on bass. \nThese two play truly authentic down-home\, and Chicago-style blues with some really clever arrangements of some standard rock numbers.  It’s what The Stones should have sounded like. \n  \nCome and hear for yourself.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/pip-payne-and-neil-billington-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220923T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220923T230000
DTSTAMP:20220919T005252Z
CREATED:20220919T005252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T005252Z
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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. \nThe Red Dog Saloon Band members know the blues inside out and have been playing on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years. \nDuring that time\, they have become masters of their craft\, and provided inspiration for many new\, younger players along the way. \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). \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-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220916T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220916T230000
DTSTAMP:20220912T021726Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T021726Z
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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. \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. \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. \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). \nAn indication of the versatility that Warwick brings to his gigs is Voodoo Chile by Jimi Hendrix which he plays on the ukulele! 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/warwick-murray-and-the-kingmakers-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220909T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220909T230000
DTSTAMP:20220905T022142Z
CREATED:20220905T022142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220905T022142Z
UID:7474-1662755400-1662764400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Oscar Lavën’s Rock n Roll Sax
DESCRIPTION:This is always a high-energy\, mucho boogie\, fun night. \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\, make 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 trombone\, and Robert Henderson bass.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/oscar-lavens-rock-n-roll-sax-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220902T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220902T230000
DTSTAMP:20220829T032915Z
CREATED:20220829T032915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T032915Z
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SUMMARY:Damian Forlong's Rhythm and Blues Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Brannigan Kaa and Chris Peirce on Vocals\n  \nA 3-piece horn section plus driving rhythm paying tribute to the Blues\, Soul and Rhythm and Blues of the masters. With the smell of whiskey on our breaths and dressed in cheap suits. \n  \nJeremy Richardson – Drums \nGeoffrey Hern – Fender Precision Bass \nSaali Marks – Fender Telecaster Guitar \nAndre Paris – Selmer Mk VI Saxophone \nDamian Forlong – King 2b Trombone \nChris Selley – Kanstul Trumpet
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/damian-forlongs-rhythm-and-blues-orchestra/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220826T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220826T230000
DTSTAMP:20220822T012432Z
CREATED:20220822T012432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T012432Z
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SUMMARY:Pip Payne and Neil Billington Blues Band
DESCRIPTION: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 so hot last time\, we brought them back for you. \nThey will be appearing with a killer rhythm section laying down some fat grooves\, with Darren Mathiassen on drums and Elliot Fuimaono on bass. \nThese two play truly authentic down-home\, and Chicago-style blues with some really clever arrangements of some standard rock numbers.  It’s what The Stones should have sounded like. \n  \nCome and hear for yourself.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/pip-payne-and-neil-billington-blues-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220819T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220819T230000
DTSTAMP:20220815T013204Z
CREATED:20220815T013204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T013204Z
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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-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220812T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220812T230000
DTSTAMP:20220808T005300Z
CREATED:20220808T003355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T005300Z
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SUMMARY:Ras Judah & Culture Embassy
DESCRIPTION:Ras Judah and Culture Embassy is a 10-piece Wellington-based band of varying cultural backgrounds\, hence the name. \n  \nThe band has been playing since 2013 and features musicians from around the globe including Botswana\, Cuba\, Ghana\, UK\, Japan and Kiwi-born Indian\, Malaysian\, and Greek backgrounds. \n  \nThe cultural diversity of the band is reflected in the sound of their music. They play a foot-tapping fusion of upbeat Afro-Folk\, Reggae\, Jazz\, Latin\, Brit/Euro-Folk and Kiwiana tunes.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/ras-judah-culture-embassy-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220805T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220805T230000
DTSTAMP:20220801T011325Z
CREATED:20220801T011325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T011325Z
UID:7455-1659731400-1659740400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Blain Fitzpatrick Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:This is a new blues band but one stacked with familiar faces\, and outstanding talent. \n  \nA quick look at the musicians in the band will tell you that you can expect some top-class playing. Some might even say virtuoso. \n  \nThe band is:- \nVocals – Eugene Wolfin\nGuitar – Nick Granville\nGuitar – Matthew Fitzpatrick\nDrums – Thomas Friggins\nBass – Blain Fitzpatrick \n  \nThey will be playing some classic bluesy tunes in their own way. \n  \nThis is going to be a fantastic evening of outstanding music and musicians. Don’t miss it.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-blain-fitzpatrick-blues-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220729T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220729T230000
DTSTAMP:20220725T033912Z
CREATED:20220725T033912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220725T033912Z
UID:7453-1659126600-1659135600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Nick Granville Blues Band
DESCRIPTION:Nick has played guitar around the world including London’s 02 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)\, Leonardo Coghini (keyboard)\, Richard Te One (drums)\, Elliot Fuimaono (bass)\, and Damian Forlong (trombone). They will be playing music with their own contemporary spin; combining blues with funk\, R&B\, and jazz.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/the-nick-granville-blues-band-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220722T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220722T230000
DTSTAMP:20220718T002551Z
CREATED:20220718T002551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T002551Z
UID:7450-1658521800-1658530800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Pip Payne and Neil Billington
DESCRIPTION: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 so hot last time\, we brought them back for you. \n  \nThey will be appearing with a killer rhythm section laying down some fat grooves\, with Des Mellon on drums and Micklin Halstead on bass. \n  \nThese two play truly authentic down-home\, and Chicago-style blues with some really clever arrangements of some standard rock numbers.  It’s what The Stones should have sounded like. \n  \nCome and hear for yourself.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/pip-payne-and-neil-billington-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220715T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220715T230000
DTSTAMP:20220711T054445Z
CREATED:20220711T053954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T054445Z
UID:7446-1657917000-1657926000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:15th July - no Capital Blues
DESCRIPTION:There is no Capital Blues this week due to the Irish rugby fans taking over the venue for the weekend. \nIt is an Irish bar so I guess it’s ok. 🙂 \nWe will be back on the 22nd with some killer\, authentic blues music for you.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/15th-july-no-capital-blues/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220708T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220708T230000
DTSTAMP:20220706T213526Z
CREATED:20220702T012905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T213526Z
UID:7439-1657312200-1657321200@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 \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) \nRob Henderson (Bass) \nJohn Rae (Drums) \nJake Baxendale (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/f-i-z-z-w-i-z-a-r-d/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220701T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220701T230000
DTSTAMP:20220628T004914Z
CREATED:20220628T004914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T004914Z
UID:7435-1656707400-1656716400@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. \nThe Red Dog Saloon Band members know the blues inside out and have been playing on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years. \nDuring that time\, they have become masters of their craft\, and provided inspiration for many new\, younger players along the way. \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). \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-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220624T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220624T230000
DTSTAMP:20220620T010454Z
CREATED:20220620T010309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T010454Z
UID:7432-1656102600-1656111600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Oscar LaDell
DESCRIPTION:Oscar is not to be missed. His voice is full of soul and grit\, taking you back to Chicago and the great blues singers of the ‘50s and ‘60s\, yet he’s only 23. \n  \nHe will be performing some of his own songs\, plus blues classics from that period. His versions of songs by artists like BB King\, Guitar Slim\, Muddy Waters\, and Otis Rush aren’t simply covers. They are faithful renditions and interpretations and will please any blues fan. \n  \nHe moved to Australia late last year and is back for just a few shows. Get to see him while you can because he might not be back here for a long while. You won’t regret seeing him\, but you will regret it if you miss out seeing him. \n  \nThe band will be Steve Moodie on bass\, Mike Crawford on organ and Richard Te One on drums.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/oscar-ladell/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220617T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220617T230000
DTSTAMP:20220613T025153Z
CREATED:20220613T012959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T025153Z
UID:7425-1655497800-1655506800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Shaken Not Stirred
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220610T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220610T230000
DTSTAMP:20220608T221209Z
CREATED:20220608T221209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T221209Z
UID:7419-1654893000-1654902000@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Pip Payne and Neil Billington
DESCRIPTION:Master of the Dolbro slide guitar\, Pip Payne\, and master of the harmonica\, blues and chromatic\, Neil Billington\, with killer rhythm section Des Mellon and Micklin Halstead laying down fat grooves. \n  \nFrom the genteel parlours of the 1% to sweaty beer-soaked bar rooms and beyond\, this band has touched everyone. Vigorously and repeatedly. \n  \nCome and get some.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/pip-payne-and-neil-billington/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220603T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220603T230000
DTSTAMP:20220530T041241Z
CREATED:20220530T041241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220530T041241Z
UID:7416-1654288200-1654297200@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. \nThe Red Dog Saloon Band members know the blues inside out and have been playing on the Wellington music circuit for over 30 years. \nDuring that time\, they have become masters of their craft\, and provided inspiration for many new\, younger players along the way. \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). \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-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220528T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220528T130000
DTSTAMP:20220519T032058Z
CREATED:20220517T062935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T032058Z
UID:7391-1653742800-1653742800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Eat Drink Play - New Orleans Street Music
DESCRIPTION:As part of the city-wide Eat Drink Play event\, we are having a full afternoon and evening of music for you featuring seven different acts. \n \n1pm – 1.45 Louis Thompson-Munn Solo NOLA \nKick-off your New Orleans day with Louis Thomson-Munn\, a keyboard player and vocalist. \nHe will be setting the vibe for the New Orleans theme with some classic songs from the city and wider Louisiana. Expect some Dr John and traditional New Orleans tunes. \n \n2pm – 2.45 Pip Payne  \nOne man\, one slide guitar\, one stompbox\, and subs… \nPip Payne is energy incarnate. Whether he is crooning with intensity or booming with joy – this one-man show will take you for a wild Cadillac ride! Slide into your afternoon with some street food specials and cheers to your ears! \n \n3pm – 3.45 Red Dog Duo \nRed Dog Duo is the best of Wellington’s local blues legends. \nIf good-time country blues is your thing\, then local blues legends\, Dave Murphy and Dougal Speir\, are your go to! From old-school Delta blues classics to jump-jive and wailing\, down-home testifying jive and swing\, this is as good as it gets in NZ! \n \n4pm – 5.30 Mel Stevenson \nAdding a slice of hip\, cool and groovy into the day – Mel Stevenson is a 7-8 piece band of ages younger than your oldest piece of cheese \nAlready they have racked up major festival appearances and have become the kings and queen of the Cuba St busk – almost before they’ve hit university. \nHailing from Wellington – these dedicated young musicians are energetic\, slick … just fabulous musicians \n \n6pm -7.30 Oscar Lavën’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Sax \nOscar Lavën is often listed with attention to his attire first\, his dynamism and eclectic playing second. \nHis absolute mastery of his music and direction of the stage need to war with those as first sentiment. Capital Blues Club has had the honour of this “Rock n Roll” sax version of Oscar on stage regularly over the last year-ish. (Covid years are fluid) The programmes he puts together for the club are varied\, appropriate and delivered with marvellous ease. Always gathering great co-pilots\, in this band they are Darren Matthiessen\,Rob Henderson\, Aleister Campbell and Damian Forlong. \n \n8pm-9.30 Crash Bandihoot \nAppropriate that Crash Bandihoot’s inaugural show for the Capital Blues Club is on New Orleans Street Vibes day! It is after all “What They Are Known For”! Well\, that and being a highly energetic ensemble of skilled performers. \nThey’ll be bringing this high-energy second-line brass band music to you – in a perfect match for this festival. \n \n10pm-12am Ras Judah & Culture Embassy \nRounding off the day is a welcome return for Ras Judah and his 10-piece multicultural band. \nPositively Pan African\, but with forays into almost every other cultural influence on the planet! Beat driven\, joyous and made of many! \nWhat a way to end the night. \n \nLine-up subject to change.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/eat-drink-play-new-orleans-street-music/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220527T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220527T230000
DTSTAMP:20220524T025137Z
CREATED:20220524T025109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T025137Z
UID:7406-1653683400-1653692400@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:LTM's Organ Transplant Band
DESCRIPTION:R&B – SOUL JAZZ – FUNK – BOOGALOO – SHUFFLE \n  \nWellington keys man LTM has lost it. A few things have been broken and replaced with 109% better working parts than ever conceived before\, all ethically sourced online and brought to you with contactless delivery. Part man\, part music. Join him and his all-star organ transplant band… LTM – organ\, Callum Allardice – guitar\, Thomas Friggens – drums\, Oscar Laven – saxophones\, Kaito Walley – trombone.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/ltms-organ-transplant-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220520T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220520T230000
DTSTAMP:20220516T012306Z
CREATED:20220516T012306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T012306Z
UID:7313-1653078600-1653087600@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ras Judah & Culture Embassy
DESCRIPTION:Ras Judah and Culture Embassy is a 10-piece Wellington-based band of varying cultural backgrounds\, hence the name. \n  \nThe band has been playing since 2013 and features musicians from around the globe including Botswana\, Cuba\, Ghana\, Japan and Kiwi-born Indian\, Malaysian\, and Greek backgrounds. \n  \nThe cultural diversity of the band is reflected in the sound of their music. They play a foot-tapping fusion of upbeat Afro-Folk\, Reggae\, Jazz\, Latin\, Brit/Euro-Folk and Kiwiana tunes.
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/ras-judah-culture-embassy-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220513T203000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220513T230000
DTSTAMP:20220509T010635Z
CREATED:20220509T010635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T010635Z
UID:7310-1652473800-1652482800@www.capitalblues.co.nz
SUMMARY:Wellington Heads
DESCRIPTION:Capital city band Wellington Heads\, perform for Capital Blues at Jack Hackett’s on Friday 13 May. \n  \nThey’ll be playing their blend of original jump blues and swing\, 40s / 50s rhythm & blues styles plus Hawaiian sounds\, Caribbean beats\, and funky New Orleans grooves. Playing songs from their latest album ‘Southern Night Sky’ as well as a bunch of new numbers and tunes from their extensive back catalogue. \n  \nNeil Worboys (lead vocals\, harmonica\, guitar)\, Bill Wood (guitars\, vocals)\, Geoff Keith (bass\, vocals)\, Nic Deighton (drums)\, Phil Costello (saxophones) and Tom Hulland (trumpet). \n  \nYou can find one of their albums here:- \nhttps://bfan.link/a-night-on-the-town \n 
URL:https://www.capitalblues.co.nz/event/wellington-heads-4/
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