Leigh News & Events
Coming straight from their engagement as a headline act at the Auckland Folk Festival, the Lonely Heartstring Band bring world class bluegrass excellence to Whangateau.
What people are saying about Lonely Heartstring Band:
“These are musicians of dynamic imagination and massive musical talent. However, the music on their album feels as comfortable as a pair of long-worn leather slippers. A fascinating debut.” – Tom Clarke, Elmore Magazine
“With George Clement’s soothing vocals leading the way, The Lonely Heartstring Band achieves one of the highest callings of music’s true purpose. – Gregory Victor, Parcbench”
“Original, effusive songs compose the bulk of the album, words bursting forth in staccatos of whimsy and rhyme.” – Donald Teplyske, Lonesome Road Review
Sonorous;
giving out or capable of giving out a sound, especially a deep, resonant sound
A boutique, 2 stage indoor/outdoor festival
First line-up announcement…
HERNAN CATTANEO
JAMES ZABIELA
DAVE SEAMAN
GUY MANTZUR
DICK JOHNSON
Sonorous is a scenic and boutique festival adventure, filled with pure house and techno, featuring multiple international heavyweights.
Accompanied by the legendary Levani Vosasi on live percussion.
WITH SUPPORT FROM SOCCER PRACTISE (NZ)
ARO are a husband & wife soul-pop duo who are travelling the country sharing their stories in song. Having just completed a campground tour they are now bringing the vibes to Leigh Sawmill.
Harking to the incisive alt-pop of St. Vincent, the plaintive 60s-influenced melodies of Harry Nilsson, and the inventive vocal work of Kate Bush, The LOW LOW brings a buoyant, off-kilter approach to classic pop.
Saturday 17th March | 9:30pm | $11*
VILLETTE
BaseFM in association with Madcap present VILLETTE
with support from a special guest + BaseFM Dj’s
Villette embarks on her first ever show at Leigh Sawmill. Expect a breathtaking live showcase of new and unreleased material from the talented wonder woman. Tickets are extremely limited.
https://www.facebook.com/iamvillette
*earlybird pre-sales | more on the door
DILLASTRATE
Inspired by the life and work of J Dilla – is a collaborative music project between Henare Kaa and Tim Driver
https://www.facebook.com/Dillastrate/
*$10 on the door
Friday 6 April | 9:30pm | $15*
SKYSCRAPER STAN + OSKAR HERBIG
Celebrating the release of Flag of Progress – the first single off their sophomore album.
https://www.facebook.com/skyscraperstan/
*$15 pre-sales | more on the door
Saturday 7 April | 930pm | $10*
THE HORRIBLES
with BAD NEIGHBOURS
A night of non poodle rock n’ roll! and maybe a 50th birthday bash
https://www.facebook.com/The-Horribles-98414125818/
https://www.facebook.com/badneighboursbandnz/
* DOOR SALES ONLY
Light Up Leigh
- Scavenger Hunt & Face Painting (see events)
- Night market at beautiful Leigh Central, so you can shop with stunning views of the ocean. Market from 4pm until 8pm.
- Light Up Competition (see below)
- Places to eat;
– Leigh Bar: Light Up Leigh Special – Homemade soup, mulled wine and much more
– Leigh Eats
– Amaranto Pasta and Cucina Food truck
For more information please email Michelle on 1805michelle@gmail.com
Leigh Midwinter Swim
at Matheson Bay
Sunday 23rd June 2019 – meet at 10:15am to take the plunge.