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  https://www.mrwills.co.nz  Shayn Wills– guitar vocals; Ian Parker– drums; Bullfrog Rata– bass

Smokey voiced, relaxed, and gifted with ‘stage presence’ Shayn Wills is one of the original black Mississippi Blues legends, reincarnated and living in New Zealand” (Julie Oakley, a reviewer for “Real Groove”). Between 1992 and 2006, Shayn Wills played support for legendary innovative musicians Albert King, Junior Wells, Robert Cray, John Hammond Jnr, Canned Heat, Duke Robilard.  “His ability to play harmonica, guitar and sing all at once is astounding and entertaining” (Midge Marsden).  He has his own unique style of playing, which comes from a place of sincerity and heartfelt passion. There is something about his playing that is distinctly New Zealand. You could say he has created the term “New Zealand Blues”. His voice, guitar and harmonica playing have matured into something extremely special and unique.  His complex guitar rhythms, innovative harmonica riffs and melodic voice make him a must see act.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJHtYBnlL-o’my  Brother got a razor

 

 

 

For tonight’s performance, Nick has gathered some stunning talent around him, foremost being the New Caledonian soul-jazz organist, composer and artistic director of  de l’AMJ-BECA, Michel Benebig and his jazz & blues vocalist wife Shem. This will be a very special night.  Lauren Ellis– drums; Michel Benebig– organ; Nick Granville– guitar; Shem Benebig– vocals

   http://www.michelbenebig.com

A featured event at Roomfulla Blues, the School of Music take the stage for a night of Big Band music led by their mentor and inspiration, the formidable Rodger Fox. Wall to wall excitement!

 

Our aim is to promote live blues/roots music through performance, education and marketing, and to foster emerging talent. Jam nights are where new musicians can mix it with a great backing band and where the expected and  the unexpected happen.

Sponsorship by Music Works

Filling in at very short notice after Billy TK Jnr pulled out are the

Tony Mad Trio

who’ll be

“‘playing SRV with a touch of Hendrix’ … and loving it!”

Ant Maddocks – vocals, guitar
Mel Laurie – bass
Darryn Sigley – drums

For many bands, Neil is the go-to guy for blues harmonica playing.

Whether it is Chicago style, R&B or jazz-infused blues, tonight he takes the stage with his own hand-picked band of giants, and they are sharing the lurv.

Neil Billington – harmonica and vocals;
Nick Granville – guitar;
Patrick Bleakley- bass;
Reuben Bradley- drums

Five piece band from Wanganui Town. Playing classic, traditional and original blues are : Darren- lead vocals; Marco- guitar; Johnny- guitar; Mana- bass and bvs; Arahi- drums

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Sponsorship by Wellington Music Works

Our aim is to promote live blues/roots music through performance, education and marketing, and to foster emerging talent.  On Jam nights, musicians mix it with a great backing band where you can expect the musical unexpected to happen.

 

Phil McLaughlin, guitarist, American, Chicago style bluesman has wowed us with his chops at the Blues Club for many a wonderful Thursday jam session. Now with his own band, he is IN CONTROL! But look! He is still as poor as a church mouse.

 www.knikiandmike.com

Described as dynamic, vibrant and refreshingly different, KNiKi & Mike Beale have played at the Roomfulla Blues before. Punters are still talking about that gig. ‘Whether it be the full on power of a band or the more intimate acoustic performances, you will be enchanted, encaptured, entertained’. Backing them are our Wellington lads Bob Smith– keyboard; Elliotte Fuimaono– bass; Richard Te One– drums.

YOUTUBE  www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2a_AsUMGUA