Events

It's 15 months since Culture Embassy last played for us, so we are really looking forward to welcoming them to our new venue.   The band always gets the audience dancing from their infectious range of beats. From reggae, roots, Cuban, Afro-beat, and more. Dancing is guaranteed along with great music.   The band is … Continue reading "Ras Judah and Culture Embassy"

The recent Ash Grunwald show at Meow Nui was one of those rare shows where the audience talks about the support act in a good way. In fact, in a very good way.   Lots of people were saying what a great show Simon Donald gave. Gritty blues, played with passion and skill. And played … Continue reading "Simon Donald"

“Gentle, sometimes witty and just as often moving reflections at every turn” – Graham Reid   Guitarist, singer and songwriter Bill Lake is a cornerstone of Aotearoa’s musical landscape. With a career spanning more than four decades, Bill has shaped the sound of New Zealand roots music—leading the iconic Windy City Strugglers, co-founding the pioneering rock outfit Mammal, and … Continue reading "Bill Lake"

This is one of THE best bands in Wellington.   Driving grooves, classy funk, outstanding musicians. That’s what you get from King Oyster.   The band is Oscar Laven on sax, Blain Fitzpatick on bass, Matthew Fitpatrick on guitar, and Jacob Randall on drums. One look at those names, and you know you are in … Continue reading "King Oyster"

Northern Soulsters Jamie and the Numbers have wowed audiences around New Zealand. They have even been discovered by the BBC and played on their Funk and Soul Show!   Jamie, the singer, is an outstanding performer, and what a voice!  She’s backed by a fabulous band.   They released a tremendous album in 2022. Can … Continue reading "Jamie and the Numbers"

“An authentic, powerful and generous album, which will undoubtedly place BB & The Bullets among the blues rock revelations of the year.” – Zicazic Magazine, France It’s been a great couple of weeks for dynamic Whanganui blues band BB & THE BULLETS!  Currently playing their North Island tour, celebrating the international release of their debut … Continue reading "BB & THE BULLETS"