Gate opens 7pm, Music starts 7.30pm.
Pip Payne, Richard Klein and Alan Norman are The Bon Temps Bros. PIP PAYNE, a regular player and founder of Capital Blues is back with another musical variation. Pip has had many artistic guises over the years which shows not only his versatility, bluesy vocals but also his depth of the music. He plays slide guitar, and plays regularly with Wayne Mason, Pops & The Tempests, the Caramellos, Dean Martinborough, Laura Collins Back Porch Band and more. Originally from Dorking, he now lives in Otaki Beach. RICHARD KLEIN is a high energy singing fiddler born in Orange, New Jersey. In his early teens he discovered folk and roots music through listening to the likes of Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and The New Lost City Ramblers. Travelling to Cape Breton Island in mid 1970s sparked the interest for Celtic music that later brought Richard to travel, live, work and busk extensively through Ireland and the British Isles. A chance meeting with a gang of Swedish fiddlers in Shetland in 1978 introduced another important influence in his fiddle style. But it was being properly introduced to Cajun music later that same year in France that had the most profound impact on his music. Resident in Wellington since 1997, Richard is best known for his collaboration with the Le Blanc Brothers Cajun Band (Melbourne) and the geographically challenged Kiwi Americana band. T-Bone. In 2023 he relinquished his American citizenship. The accent, however, remains and you will find him to be a charming gentleman. AL NORMAN has been on the Wellington scene for decades. A multi-instrumentalist with a great feel for the groove, he plays with The Warratahs, Rag Poets, Bill Lake’s Slow Bake and Burgin, Kerr & Norman. He’s been part of a number of well-established groups including Smokeshop and The Laura Collins Band.
… A slide guitar, a fiddle, an accordion, and a snare drum. Together they make a big sound – and it’s all about the groove. Acoustically syncopated Cajun blues — hot Louisiana music.
Come along and enjoy this great gig in our special space, up close and personal.
These are private house concerts, not for profit, supporting our dedicated musicians. Visit www.hilltophouseconcerts.co.nz to reserve a seat. Suggested donation $30. Email confirmation will include address and details. Teas, Coffee and Snacks provided. You're welcome to bring anything you'd like to eat or drink. Parking available in the Coupon zones of Upland Rd & Glasgow St free after 6pm weekdays, and free all through the weekends. The Wilson Carpark at the top of the Cable Car charges 24/7.
