Leigh News & Events
Getting ready for Halloween? So are we. Drinks, Food and NO DOOR CHARGE!
Come join us for some great music and excellent spooky bar concoctions!
BERNIE GRIFFEN & THE THIN MEN
DOORS WIDE OPEN TOUR
Support from alt/country folk darling KENDALL ELISE
Auckland country/alternative music mainstay Bernie Griffen returns with his third album with band The Thin Men and is hitting the road to celebrate. Titled ‘Doors Wide Open’, the album follows ‘Salvation’ with his band The Thin Men, and ‘Everything So Far’ in 2012 with his band Bernie Griffen and The Grifters.
DOORS 4:30pm ONSTAGE 5:30pm | *TICKETS $15: undertheradar
More on the door if not sold out prior
SHINING DAY ALBUM RELEASE TOUR
Lyttelton songwriting icon Delaney Davidson is returning to our shores for a seven date national tour this November, in celebration of his superb latest album Shining Day – and we are stoked to have him back to the mill!
The ever-questing tunesmith will be joined for the shows by SJD (who also co wrote songs on the record), friend and collaborator Anita Clark,and multi-talented percussionist Chris O’Connor (Phoenix Foundation).
Davidson recently wrapped up a European tour alongside Marlon Williams, this will be the first opportunity for local ears to experience the enigmatic artist’s latest sonic creations first-hand since his record’s release in April.
DOORS 4:30pm ONSTAGE 5:30pm
*Early bird tickets sold out – Now $25 at: undertheradar
More on the door if not sold out prior
After touring all around Europe for the last 10 months, Craig and John bring back their brilliant, neurotic, quixotic, heuristic world music. This will be a great show.
Community Market
- 3rd Tuesday of the month
- Bring/Buy/Sell/Exchange
- Friendly community get together, Tea/Coffee
- Contact Audrey Sharp, 09 422 6209, am.sharp56@gmail.com
TIKI TAANE
WITH SPECIAL GUEST DYLAN C
Tiki Taane returns to the mighty mill with his captivating ONE MAN BAND show. Always delivering a high energy performance, Tiki uses live loops, samples & instruments to re-create the classics he is most known for while dropping in new unreleased material. With support from the vibe maker Dylan C, this will be another sell out show full of great music & great people.
DOORS 8pm ONSTAGE 9:30pm
*TICKETS $25 : cosmicticketing | NO DOOR SALES so get in quick!
This concert is being held on our regular club night, but won’t follow the usual club format. There will be limited first half floor spots so we can have a full concert from this brilliant band from the USA.
Formed in 2011, The Sonoran Dogs have exploded upon the bluegrass scene! They have performed and headlined many festivals and concert venues in the Southwestern US, touring as far as Australia, from Melbourne to Brisbane and beyond.
All the way from the USA, their first ever visit to New Zealand, this Arizona based band is the real thing when it comes to Bluegrass music. Mark Miracle, Peter McLaughlin and Tyler James are super stars of bluegrass and will be very ably supported by my dear friend and mentor Bruce Packard of Melbourne on upright bass.
The “Dogs” are made up of seasoned veterans who have come together to enjoy bluegrass music and friendship, often times adding one or more “strays” on fiddle, dobro and even accordion! You can even see them with the BIG band, which includes drums and pedal steel – quite the experience!
With every show, The Sonoran Dogs play with expertise, often improvising and showcasing original songs, traditional and contemporary music as well as an eclectic mix of Bluegrass, Folk, Americana, Celtic, and Newgrass.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIAN NATIVE, SURFER & MUSICIAN
Donavon Frankenreiter is headed back to New Zealand this November, playing a run of coastal tour dates and we’re stoked to be one!
Bringing his honey-thick vocals, masterful guitar work and newest album “The Heart” to the Mill
Known and loved for his positive outlook and easy folk sounds, Donavon started his professional life first as a surfer, before launching his solo music career as the protégé of Jack Johnson. Fans will also have the chance to upgrade their tickets to receive a VIP ‘meet and greet’ experience with the artist or an exclusive soundcheck Q&A with Donavon.
For complete tour, ticket and VIP information, visit:
UPDATE as at 2pm on 10/8
THE ONLY PLACE TO GET TICKETS FOR THIS GIG IS TICKETMASTER
The $39.90 General Admission sold out super fast!
WE ARE CLOSED from 3-6pm – to allow for those that have bought a Sound Check + Show ticket and the Meet + Great tickets – so sorry, no rocking up to catch sound check like usual mill gigs we will already be locked up and security on… CAFE ONLY OPEN TO GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET HOLDERS from 6pm that night – the whole night is ticket holders only – so no quick dinners and out before doors either.
STRANGE CARAVAN TOUR
A collective of renowned kiwi songwriters and solo artists, tracing lineage to many of NZ’s most loved bands, join forces this spring to bring you The Strange Caravan Tour and the Mighty Mill is the last stop
The tour features Bret McKenzie, Age Pryor, Justin Firefly, Nigel Collins and Ben Lemi.
Starting as a series of jam sessions between old friends, the group of songsmiths has blossomed from an ad hoc hangout to full musical partnership over the last eighteen months.
Age Pryor explains; Justin, Nigel and Bret were getting together to try out tunes, and I joined when I happened to be in Wellington – Justin and I had done the same thing before, in jams that became the Woolshed Sessions album. The multi-talented Ben Lemi was the last to join the group, and turned out to be the missing piece of the evolving jigsaw.”
This five piece ensemble now congregate to showcase new original songs in intimate live settings across the country this November and December.
Featuring: Bret McKenzie (Flight of the Conchords) Age Pryor (Fly My Pretties, Woolshed Sessions, Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra) Justin Firefly (Fly My Pretties, Woolshed Sessions) Nigel Collins (Flight of the Conchords, Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra) Ben Lemi (Trinity Roots, French For Rabbits)
DOORS 8pm ONSTAGE 9:30pm (cafe closed 4-6pm for set up)
Ticket holders only from 6pm.
$35 at undertheradar we’ll keep you posted about door sales!
December 2018 sees Auckland born, Nashville based Tattletale Saints return home, performing 13 intimate acoustic duo concerts around the country in support of the release of two new singles.
This tour marks a return to the acoustic duo sound that first introduced the Saints’ music to New Zealand audiences in 2012, earning them the Tui for Folk Album of The Year in 2014.
Cy Winstanley (guitar/vocals and APRA Silver Scroll nominee) and Vanessa McGowan (bass/vocals) have been based Stateside for the last 5 years, living and working alongside Nashville’s best. This time in Music City USA has brought a new depth of artistry and polish to their performances and songwriting.
Audiences can look forward to a mix of old and new songs, along with the band’s takes on classic country, pop and American songbook hits.
“..elements of folk, good old Appalachia style music, and a splash of country…well-written songs with stirring vocals.” No Depression Magazine
Join us to share in some Christmas Carols and stories.
Children’s Games, Children’s Prizes, Fire Truck, Santa.
Being your own picnic and drinks.
Sponsored by the Leigh Community Club.
BRINGING THE BEST OF HOUSE AND TECHNO TO THE SAWMILL FOR ONE NIGHT !
DJ’s from around the country playing strictly house and techno!
Doors Open: 9pm | *$10 Early Bird Tickets: eventfinder
$15 on the door before 11pm | $20 after 11pm | R18.
W.I.S.O. head out on the road for a series of dates in support of their E.P. ‘Round One due late Oct
In support/co-headline swap arrangement they are bringing the worldwide underground legends NEW TELEPATHICS to three of the shows, a powerhouse of intense groove, New Telepathics’ 12 piece line up is fronted by Darryn Harkness (Aotearoa), Nuel Nonsu (Nigeria), Phodiso (Botswana) and Sandy Mill (Aotearoa). With the rhythm and horn section’s featuring some of New Zealand’s finest musicians. They performed recently at SPLORE 2018.
DOORS 8pm ONSTAGE 9:30pm (Cafe closed 4-6pm for set up)
Ticket holders only from 8pm
$14 at undertheradar | More on the door.
Leigh Fishing Contest
Saturday March 7th
Art Open Day
Leigh Community Preschool Gala
Discover what’s under the sea at Leigh Community Preschool Gala
Leigh Preschool Gala will be an event filled day with magic, bouncy castles, raffles, pre-loved treasures, a photo booth and lots of marine life. Joy for all members of the family with gourmet food, a selection of drinks and live music.
Leigh Preschool is passionate about the marine environment and this year there will be a Marine Discovery Station with interactive displays and a touch tank. The Leigh Marine Laboratory and local artist have come together to create a beautiful under water environment.
Leigh Preschool Gala will be held on the 27th October, Labour weekend Sunday from 10am to 4pm at Leigh School Fields. The money raised will be used to upgrade Preschool’s outdoor space.
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/2396867390527765/