Hastings Entertainment
Some of the country's top performers can be expected to appear at the annual Blues, Brews & BBQ's festival.
The line-up in 2010 is;
3.00pm to 3.45pm; Stolen Records (Hawkes Bay)
Locol duo Pete Shipp and Matt Phelps
Locol duo Pete Shipp and Matt Phelps
4.00pm to 4.45pm; Ritchie Jackman Band (Music Machine / Cabana) 1970's covers
Richard Jackman is a musician from Liverpool, now residing in New Zealand where he has a music shop. His musical career started in the early 80's with his boyhood friend Mark Lewis. They started writing, influenced by Northern Soul and in 1985 their band 'Power' was signed with Arista Records. Simon Braithwaite of 'Smash Hits' reviewed their first record as "one of the best of the summer of 1985". 'Power' was with Arista for a couple of years and during this time they toured with the 'Temptations' who were doing their 25th anniversary tour of Britain. Richards and Marks musical influence evolved during the 80's and they were signed by Warner Bros / Chappell Music. Their demo of Dirty Rose Tattoo became a cult underground hit in New York
Richard Jackman is a musician from Liverpool, now residing in New Zealand where he has a music shop. His musical career started in the early 80's with his boyhood friend Mark Lewis. They started writing, influenced by Northern Soul and in 1985 their band 'Power' was signed with Arista Records. Simon Braithwaite of 'Smash Hits' reviewed their first record as "one of the best of the summer of 1985". 'Power' was with Arista for a couple of years and during this time they toured with the 'Temptations' who were doing their 25th anniversary tour of Britain. Richards and Marks musical influence evolved during the 80's and they were signed by Warner Bros / Chappell Music. Their demo of Dirty Rose Tattoo became a cult underground hit in New York
5.00pm to 5.45pm; The Rollicks (Hawkes Bay) www.rollicks.nl
The Rollicks is a duo from the Netherland, but now residing in Hawkes Bay who tour non-stop and are in high demand. There are only just a few talented female rhythm and lead guitar players in the world and Laura is one and she has it down to a fine art. While playing her guitar she sings from the heart with a dynamic soulful voice. Rick accompanies with acoustic and electric guitar and vocals and plays fantastic blues harmonica
The Rollicks is a duo from the Netherland, but now residing in Hawkes Bay who tour non-stop and are in high demand. There are only just a few talented female rhythm and lead guitar players in the world and Laura is one and she has it down to a fine art. While playing her guitar she sings from the heart with a dynamic soulful voice. Rick accompanies with acoustic and electric guitar and vocals and plays fantastic blues harmonica
6.00pm to 6.45pm; Clap Clap Riot (Auckland) www.myspace.com/clapclapriot
A young Auckland band with a recently released cd and video. Clap Clap Riot will soon be known as the hottest New Zealands indie-rock band of 2009. Five extremely catchy tracks packed with dueling guitar riffs, heavy hitting drums and powerful vocals give the songs a lot of substance; (Grove Guide)
A young Auckland band with a recently released cd and video. Clap Clap Riot will soon be known as the hottest New Zealands indie-rock band of 2009. Five extremely catchy tracks packed with dueling guitar riffs, heavy hitting drums and powerful vocals give the songs a lot of substance; (Grove Guide)
7.45pm to 7.45pm; Naked Gun (Hawkes Bay) www.nakedgunband.co.nz
The Naken Gun band is a four-piece rock / dance band that is experienced, versatile and has an extensive song list. With the strong, versatile vocals from Ursula Williams, Naked Gun can seamlessly move through all the music eras and capture a very accurate rendition of any band. They love playing together and can always provide a suprise for the crowd as the songs do not always follow a strict format, often taking the listener / dancer / singers out there into an improvised sing along or extended jam that can lead anywhere at times. Naked Gun plays anything from punk to pop and do not want you to be seated. They are guaranteed to deliver a performance that will have our guests entertained and dancing
The Naken Gun band is a four-piece rock / dance band that is experienced, versatile and has an extensive song list. With the strong, versatile vocals from Ursula Williams, Naked Gun can seamlessly move through all the music eras and capture a very accurate rendition of any band. They love playing together and can always provide a suprise for the crowd as the songs do not always follow a strict format, often taking the listener / dancer / singers out there into an improvised sing along or extended jam that can lead anywhere at times. Naked Gun plays anything from punk to pop and do not want you to be seated. They are guaranteed to deliver a performance that will have our guests entertained and dancing
8.00pm to 9.00pm; dDub (Auckland) www.ddub.co.nz
Sophisticated arrangements, sweet tones, subtle poetic lyrics and great musicianship make dDub a show band that is a finely tuned vehicle capable of running full throttle straight through any town. This is without doubt one of the best New Zealand bands of all time and a proven major hit at festivals around the country. dDub is a group that has a massive stage presence with a strong and crisp horn section that will captivate and entertain. Be warned, their music is highly addictive!
Sophisticated arrangements, sweet tones, subtle poetic lyrics and great musicianship make dDub a show band that is a finely tuned vehicle capable of running full throttle straight through any town. This is without doubt one of the best New Zealand bands of all time and a proven major hit at festivals around the country. dDub is a group that has a massive stage presence with a strong and crisp horn section that will captivate and entertain. Be warned, their music is highly addictive!
9.15pm to 10.00pm; Verdant Blue (Hawkes Bay)
Verdant Blue is a top 4 piece Hawke's Bay covers band. They have been together for 10 years. They play a wide variety of styles ranging from classic rock, pop, easy listening, modern music, as well as your favorite New Zealand anthems. Verdant Blue can be found most weekends playing local pubs and clubs but are also available for corporate events and private functions
Verdant Blue is a top 4 piece Hawke's Bay covers band. They have been together for 10 years. They play a wide variety of styles ranging from classic rock, pop, easy listening, modern music, as well as your favorite New Zealand anthems. Verdant Blue can be found most weekends playing local pubs and clubs but are also available for corporate events and private functions