From the hills of Whakatū Nelson to the rugged edge of the West Coast, psychedelic rock revivalists The Dorado Experiment return this Matariki for a two-stop coast tour set to shake Granity and Barrytown to their foundations.
Fresh from sold-out headline shows, festival appearances and the release of their debut live album project *Becoming A Man*, the band have built a reputation for immersive, high-voltage performances where groove-heavy rhythms, soaring guitar lines and cosmic improvisation collide. Drawing inspiration from the golden era of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and The Doors, The Dorado Experiment deliver a sound that feels both timeless and explosively alive.
West Coast audiences already know what’s coming...
Their previous appearance at The Lyric Theatre was described as a “landmark performance”, transforming Granity into a swirling, euphoric journey of extended jams, hypnotic grooves and raw rock’n’roll energy.
Now, under the rising stars of Matariki, The Dorado Experiment return for an even bigger Coast adventure, bringing their unmistakable blend of psychedelic rock, deep musical chemistry and electrifying live spectacle back to our doorstep.
Expect soaring vocals. Expect blistering guitar work. Expect moments that drift from intimate and haunting to full-throttle cosmic chaos. Most of all, expect a live experience built for those who still believe music should feel dangerous, transcendent and unforgettable.
