USA & UK POP DAMES - 14TH OCT - TICKETED EVENT! Award Winning vocalist Barbie Davidson performs as Shirley Bassey and Cilla Black, with Pauline Berry (ABBA Heaven, The Mermaids) performing as Marilyn Monroe. Both women excel in vocal impersonations, but go the extra distance with over the top costumes and a whole lot of…
IRELAND V NZ - 15TH OCT - FREE ENTRY! Massive Game Ahead - only one team will be moving through to the Semi Finals Doors @ 7.30 am Game @ 8.00 am Live Coverage - Full Sound - Breakfast Available - Bar Open This is going to be huge morning if you want to be…
MARK BATTERSHILL - 15TH OCT - FREE EVENT! Classic Hits & Classic rock! My main styles cover many genres, mostly from the 60's through 80's; but I'm a fan of the great harmony vocal groups along with guitar influenced songs. I've been a musician for 30+ years performing everything from parties, socials, dine & dance,…
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 BLOODY SUNDAYS - 21 OCT - TICKETED EVENT! Paraoa Brewing Co get ready! The Bloody Sundays are hitting the stage on Labour weekend, bringing you a night of the greatest songs by rock legends U2. Featuring all the classics - All I want is you, Sunday Bloody Sunday, With or without you, One and…
KANE STEVES - 22ND OCT - FREE EVENT! AN EXCLUSIVE AND MEMORABLE AFTERNOON/EVENING OF MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTED BY ONE OF RODNEYS MOST POPULAR PERFORMERS, "KANE STEVES". FROM THE FIRST NOTE YOU ARE AWARE THAT SOMETHING SPECIAL IS HAPPENING, TASTEFUL AND ELEGANT MUSIC FROM THE PIANO. A VERSATILE REPERTOIRE OF YOUR FAVOURITE POPULAR MELODIES. FLOWING SEAMLESSLY…
The Sons – 27TH OCT - Free event! 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…
SCARLET - 28th OCT - FREE EVENT! Scarlet Duo, Aimee and Sandy, are based in Whangaparaoa, Auckland. Over the years, they’ve accumulated a formidable selection of music, allowing them to entertain a broad demographic, from Cruisy laid back Sundays, to Sports Events, Weddings and Corporates. Old School Kiwi/Aussie Rock, Reggae, and Pop Hits to keep…
ALL BLACKS V SOUTH AFRICA RWC - 29TH - FREE ENTRY! Get down to Paraoa this Sunday for THE ALL BLACKS V SPRINGBOKS! Kick-off is at 8am and doors open at 7:15am so you can grab a big brekkie before all the action!
THE PEOPLE - 3RD NOV - TICKETED EVENT! The People are The Coasts up and coming local band, playing classic rock music from the music from the 60s onwards! Paraoa Brewing is the place to be on a Friday night! Tickets: Click Here
VELVET TONES - 4TH NOV - FREE EVENT! THE VELVET TONES are bringing their awesome sound to Paraoa on 4th November Voted "4th best band on the coast" by the lead singers mum! True story! So you know you're in for a great time !
BLISS - 10TH NOV - TICKETED EVENT! Bliss will be playing with the Auckland based alt legends, Shooless, to celebrate the release of their debut single ‘hideaway’. Tickets: Click Here
