Introducing Strange Brew
Classic British anthems of the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.
THE SHOW
Strange Brew is a newly formed Auckland band celebrating all that is good in British music. With music spanning 3 decades there is sure to be something for everyone.
Each band member has over 20 years musical experience and are looking to bring their own unique renditions of legendary bands and artists such as The Rolling Stones, Billy Idol, Queen, The Beatles, Joe Cocker, Bad Company, Status Quo, 10cc, Madness, The Specials and much more.
Take a trip down memory lane and join in the celebration of classic British music. Remember to bring a stiff upper lip!
Strange Brew play at Top Venues such as Deep Creek Browns Bay, Paraoa Brewing Company, Titirangi RSA, The Albany, Barrell Inn Howick, Huapai Tavern, New Brew Bar Albany and many more...
THE BAND
Matt John (vocals)
Hailing from the valleys of South Wales, Matt has been the leading voice of many bands throughout the years. Most recently Matt has been the frontman for several tribute acts including Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin and British Invasion shows. He may not have the look of Tom Jones, but this welsh crooner can hit the notes when required!
Andrew Davenport (vocals and guitar)
English born guitarist and Doctor of music, Andrew brings an impressive technical edge to the Best of British Show. Utilizing standard and twin neck guitars along with providing many of the vocal harmonies, Andrew is not your ordinary musician. Andrew has been performing live for over 25 years throughout the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
Maurice Bradshaw (percussion and vocals)
As the only kiwi in the band Maurice has been playing drums locally and throughout New Zealand for over 20 years. Originally a jazz percussionist Maurice was lured to the big sounding British bands of the 60s, 70s and 80s. Being an accomplished vocalist in his own right, Maurice adds the elusive voice to create 3 part harmonies on many of the songs Strange Brew perform.
Steve Roach (bass)
Steve is of Irish decent and with that he not only brings the luck of the Irish but also the Irish passion for music. Having played with many hard rock bands over many years, Steve enjoys the lighter pace of the Best of British review and the ability to add to some of the more subtle music which is played during the show.

The Vibro-Kinds covers band is a professional 4 piece Auckland covers band with years of experience playing at clubs, pubs, functions, weddings, parties and festivals.

We deliver engaging performances for all types of audiences and are passionate about the tone, sound and feel of our music.

You'll hear our own versions of popular covers songs from the 1970's through to now.

of the more subtle music which is played during the show.

Open mic night at Paraoa!

Embracing an ever increasing popularity, Brendon Ham, the quintessential contemporary urban Honky-Tonker along with his band are regarded as New Zealand's greatest premier Honky-Tonk unit with their own brand of hard-hitting rockin'-country music.

Paving the way for a contemporary urban flavor, the Brendon Ham Band has deservedly earnt the respect of a growing fan base across the ages, eager to enjoy the unique package that the Brendon Ham Band delivers.

Introducing The Recliner Rockers.
Auckland-based blues-rockabilly-roots-rock band!

Al Lavis - guitar & vocals.

Ex Sly Groovers veteran of stage and studio both here in NZ and the U.S. Al is well known for his smooth bluesy vocals and blistering guitar solos that'll leave you gasping.

Geoff Fitzpatrick - Electric & Upright Bass.

Geoff has toured and played bass throughout NZ including being part of support acts for the recent Simple Minds tour and with Voodoo Kreepers at ex-Stray Cats, Slim Jim Phantom’s Auckland show. Watch out for his energetic double bass balancing act.

Julian Davis - Drums

The sons in “Father & Sons”, The Pancho Brothers are Don, Josh, and Jake Pancho who as a trio is a distinctive Hard Rock outfit. Having toured for the last 20 years all over NZ, Australia, and South East Asia in some of the largest festivals with big names such as The Angels, Rose Tattoo, Jimmy Barnes, to our kiwi icons such as Shihad, Deja Voodoo, and I Am Giant. These boys are no children in the music industry and are genuine rock veterans. Sporting all the classic rock hits like of Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors and AC/DC all the way to the 90s grunge era of Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and of course Metallica, and even to the much harder Nu’ Metal era of the 2000s like Rage against the machine, Linkin Park, System of a Down.

These boys certainly put on an impressive rock show like no other, with shredding guitar solos, thundering drum solos, and vocals to break glass windows. Without their Father to keep them tame on stage, The Pancho Brothers go all out, loud and proud.

Their setlist of approx 300+ songs would include various songs by:

3 Doors Down, Audioslave, AC/DC, Beastie Boys, Black Sabbath, Blink-182, Blur, Bush, Collective Soul, Coldplay, Cream, Creed, Disturbed, The Doors, Deep Purple, Foo Fighters, Franz Ferdinand, Fuel, Green Day, Guns n Roses, Incubus, INXS, Jimi Hendrix, The Killers, Korn, Led Zeppelin, Lenny Kravitz, Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, Live, Lifehouse, Metallica, Marilyn Manson, Nickelback, Nirvana, Oasis, Papa Roach, Pearl Jam, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Rage Against The Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Staind, Silverchair, Smashing Pumkins, Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, System of a Down, White Stripes, Velvet Revolver.

Popular three piece rock band with connections to Auckland, Hamilton, Gisborne and even AUSTRALIA! We LOVE music from the 80s, but we'll likely give most every thing a go....

Auckland based four piece dance band specialising in rock and roll, country, blues and ballroom. The band consists of Roger Skinner singer/guitarist, Graham Judd guitar/back-up vocals, Don Weller bass guitar/back-up vocals and Jim Lake drummer.

Introducing Red Tonik Band
Red Tonik are a popular Auckland Based Covers Band covering all the classic hits and sing along party anthems from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and more.
They play regularly at The Hub in Milford, Barrell Inn Howick, Kentish Hotel Waiuku and many more.
Ian Smith - Guitar and Vocals
Mike Curtin - Bass and Vocals
Brendon Hendry - Drums and Vocals

Landslide is a five piece, Auckland based band who travel the country playing Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks music.
We are an Auckland based, 5 piece live band, who have been celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks for the past 9 years.
The Landslide show brings the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks to life with well known songs from the band and Stevie's solo hits as well. Expect to hear songs such as Gypsy, Sara, Go Your Own Way, Dreams, The Chain, Rooms On Fire and Little Lies...to name just a few!
These amazing, classic songs are played with the greatest of love and respect for the incredibly talented people who created them!

Meet THE FLAMING MUDCATS!
Well established and based in Auckland, The Flaming Mudcats are a highly professional band performing blues, rhythm and blues and rock n roll.
Their energetic sets blend original material and covers drawn from their eclectic influences.

Open mic night at Paraoa!