Black Comet @ Leigh Sawmill - Friday 26 June
With support from Taylah
Black Comet bring their multi-dimensional galactic funk experience to the iconic Leigh Sawmill on Friday 26 June. Hot off the back of support slots for Thundercat and The Wailers, where they won over audiences with their explosive live energy and genre-bending sound, Black Comet continue their voyage with a special night in Leigh.
Founded by Laughton Kora of Kora and Fly My Pretties fame, Black Comet deliver a groove-based journey infused with storytelling, theatrical energy and serious musical force. Joined by Dan Antunovich on bass, Poihakena Reid on keys, sax and talkbox, and Marc Raymond on drums, the band channel their live show as a high-energy jam - tight, expressive and full of funk, soul, rock and psychedelic movement.
Following the release of their debut album Episode 1: Looking For a New Planet in 2024, the band returned in 2025 with Episode II: The Force Between Us, continuing to push their sound into new territory. Don’t miss this chance to catch them at the legendary Leigh Sawmill playing tracks from their two albums, alongside new material.
Opening the night is Taylah, an emerging neo-soul artist from Aotearoa with a soul-drenched voice and a gift for honest, direct lyrical storytelling. Of Ngā Puhi descent, Taylah has already made waves as a member of Fly My Pretties, contributing three songs to their latest album Elemental, and has shared stages with Hollie Smith, Troy Kingi, Deva Mahal and TOI. Her emotive performances, crisp vocals and rhythmic melodies craft a sound that feels both modern and timeless.
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