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Bernie McGann

"Bernie McGann is clearly exceptional." - Jazz Forum USA Read on

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Bernie McGann

Brad Mehldau Trio

“Universally admired as one of the most adventurous pianists to arrive on the jazz scene in years” - The Los Angeles Times Read on

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Brad Mehldau Trio

Dhafer Youssef

"It's music that tethers Third World beats to First World technology, a thin cross-cultural membrane connecting the ancient with the modern, the... Read on

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Dhafer Youssef

Eric Bibb

"Eric is one of the new, young singers that has appeared on the scene that, much to my delight, has a great voice, is an excellent performer and has... Read on

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Eric Bibb

Fat Freddys Drop

"New Zealand's first soul superstars... A uniquely Kiwi hybrid of dub and reggae, marinated in jazz and served with a distinctly Pacific swing" -... Read on

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Fat Freddys Drop

Hot Club Sandwich

"Warmly appealing with eccentric edges." - Downbeat Read on

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Hot Club Sandwich

Jan Preston

"Jan Preston is a crusader of the keys...she carries the torch for the piano culture." - The Age Read on

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Jan Preston

Jubilation a cappella Gospel Choir

"Jubilation are brilliant... by the end the audience jump to their feet, yelling, stomping, and hooting for more." - Theatreview Read on

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Jubilation a cappella Gospel Choir

L.A. Mitchell

"There's no question that L.A. Mitchell's debut introduces a very talented and creative musician. The grooves, the singing, the whole production are... Read on

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L.A. Mitchell

Mélanie Pain

"The night's abiding memory came courtesy of chanteuse Mélanie Pain, who shimmied with effortless French cool" - Daily Record (UK) Read on

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Mélanie Pain

Michael Houstoun

"Houstoun never disappoints. His playing and stage presence are unruffled and elegant, his accuracy unerring, and the sounds he draws from the... Read on

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Michael Houstoun

Michael Maass

Michael Maass is Europe's best-known swing drummer, famed also for his inventive approach to percussion. Read on

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Michael Maass

Mike Nock

"Nock's ringing iconoclasm pervades all his music, taps a deep well of melody that transcends jazz and informs and ignites his every encounter." -... Read on

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Mike Nock

Mike Nock's Creative Electronic Trio

"The evening featured pianist Mike Nock leading a superb trio... There is no doubt that Nock is in his prime, and it was a privilege to watch him... Read on

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Mike Nock

Mingus Big Band

“The best jazz orchestra in the world bears the name of the Mingus Big Band… A remarkable high standard of musicianship, energy and... Read on

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Mingus Big Band

Nouveau Manouche

"Great gypsy jazz... impressive solo breaks from all musicians on stage." - Manawatu Standard Read on

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Nouveau Manouche

NZ School of Music Big Band

With big bands back in style, the NZ School of Music's Big Band is in more demand thane ver. Read on

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NZ School of Music Big Band

Otis Taylor

“One of the most innovative, thought-provoking blues artists to emerge in the last 20 years. Every album he has released has been... Read on

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Otis Taylor

Roberto Fonseca

“Fonseca has a gift for melody that outshines many more celebrated peers, yet his virtuosity and invention mean he can hold his own at any jazz... Read on

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Roberto Fonseca

Roger Manins

"Manins's sound is rich, big, dark, yet fine ...it reached the soul." - The Bulletin Read on

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Roger Manins

Roy Ayers

“...Mixing up the best bits of funk, soul, disco and jazz into a satisfying and groovesome whole” - BBC Read on

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Roy Ayers

The Eggs

"The band were at their best - playing with the reckless enthusiasm that this style of music requires... The crowd responded by dancing like there... Read on

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The Eggs

Tomasz Stańko

"The music that Stańko pushed from his horn sang out serenely, each sublime melodic phrase practically melting into the next" - Chicago Tribune Read on

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Tomasz Stańko

Vaughn Roberts Big Band

"He is not only captivated by music but produces music that is utterly captivating."   - Campbell Smith, NZ Music Awards Read on

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Vaughn Roberts Big Band

Whirimako Black

"Black's voice is a rare and delicate instrument... the sheer elegance of her stripped-simple melodies impossible to ignore." - NZ Herald Read on

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Whirimako Black

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