Blues

Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival   (www.jazz-blues.co.nz)  

The Bay of Islands will come alive with the sounds of smooth jazz and sultry blues, as musicians gather from all over New Zealand and beyond for the 16th annual Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival.

Twinset   (www.twinset.co.nz)  

A Wellington based groovy organ trio. Twinset plays a style of music which originated in America in the 1960s and was pioneered by legendary Hammond organists like Jimmy Smith and Big John Patton. The sound is characterised by a pulsing organ bass, rich textural chords and a driving rhythm and blues style beat.

Darren Watson   (www.darrenwatson.com)  

The online home of New Zealand's blues man. Free audio files and a complete discography.

Mike Garner   (www.mikegarner.co.nz)  

A musician living and working in New Zealand. Mike Garner grew up listening to and playing blues in England and moved to New Zealand in 1988. He has experience playing in New Zealand, England, Australia, Italy and Germany.

Wizard and Oz   (www.wizardandoz.com.au)  

The Wizard and Oz is a piano/guitar/vocal duo. Andrew Farrell (Wizard) and David McMillan (Oz) have been playing together since 1987. They are originally from Victoria, Australia and now are playing to thousands of fans around the world. They play anything from jazz to blues, R&B, contemporary and originals.

Hammond Gamble   (www.hammondgamble.co.nz)  

A New Zealand blues guitarist and songwriter.

New Zealand Blues Society   (www.blues.co.nz)  

News from around the world, interviews and articles, plus profiles of New Zealand blues artists.

Cross Creek Blues Club   (www.crosscreekblues.co.nz)  

Established to promote blues music in the Wairarapa region. They meet on the first Wednesday of every month at The Tin Hut, Tauhereinaku.

Lil' Ian Goodsman   (www.iangoodsman.com)  

A Wellington acoustic blues guitarist, available to play at special events.

Windy City Strugglers   (www.windycitystrugglers.co.nz)  

New Zealand band who have been playing their jug band and blues based music since 1968.

Alibis Jump Swing Band   (www.alibisjumpswing.co.nz)  

The Auckland-based Alibis play swing and jump blues music from the 1950s and 1960s rhythm and blues era and the 1990s swing revival. Performers at NZ jazz, blues, food and wine festivals, weddings, private parties and corporate functions.

Capital Blues   (www.capitalblues.co.nz)  

The best in local blues and roots music, showcasing a different band each week, with Mojosound Jam Night on the last Thursday of the month, open to all musicians.

Tyree Robertson   (www.tyreerobertson.co.nz)  

A combination of kiwi blues, rock and comedy: Tyree Robertson is a one-off entertainment experience in the kiwi music scene.

Kokomo Music   (www.kokomo-music.co.nz)  

Music with attitude, blues and beyond.

NZBlues (www.nzblues.com)  

Digital media coverage of some of New Zealand's most experienced and respected blues musicians, including Windy City Strugglers, Jubilation and Rick Bryant.

Fuser Kiwi Band   (www.fuser.co.nz)  

The demo versions of songs "Independent Woman" and "Power of Two" are available free.

The Jukes   (www.thejukes.net)  

The Jukes' material consists of 1950's and 1960's Chicago blues tunes. Their set list includes classics from such legends as Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Little Walter, Jimmy Reed and Slim Harpo. The Jukes are available for festivals, pub gigs, corporate events and private parties.

Tracie de Jong   (www.traciedejong.com)  

The online home of New Zealand jazz and blues vocalist, Tracie de Jong. her singing has been described as "subtle and beautifully understated...with a smooth and delicate flow."

The Gary Harvey Band   (www.garyharvey.co.nz)  

A New Zealand blues band with influences ranging from the Mississippi Delta, through to Chicago and to the heart of Texas, with a few stops along Route 66 and the South. They play a blend of blues, rock and classic rock.

Bluekeys Taylor   (www.bluekeys.co.nz)  

This is the place of sweet Blues piano player Simen 'bluekeys' Taylor, currently living and performing in Auckland.

Acoustic music   (www.geocities.com/BourbonStreet/Delta/5447/othr_mus.html)  

Learn about a variety of music such as blues, celtic and much more.

Good Vibrations   (www.4guitars.co.nz)  

Products and services for musicians.

Southern Blues Bar   (www.whatson.org/nightlife/bluesbar.htm)  

A blues bar with an atmosphere that has to be seen to be believed. Great live music seven nights a week.

Blues and Views (www.bluesandviews.com)  

Rythmn and Blues originals and covers written, performed and recorded by Christchurch based New Zealand artist Nigel Spiers and friends.