Funky troop open concert series
The countdown is onwith just days to go until we celebrate New Year.
Heading our way to launch the 2019 Twilight Concert season are impressive entertainers Hipstamatics, who will have you rocking in your deckchairs and up dancing.
Local talent Bree Rosewill open for the Hipstamatics in the first summer concert set in the picturesque Haiku Reserve. The concerts are ‘must do’ events over the summer holidays.
Hipstamatics, comprising three lead vocals and a horn section, the band will get the party started. The colourful Hipstamatics take iconic well known tunes and reinterpret them into an authentic vintage soul/funk style. Elements of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin and James Brown are evident in their sound.
Dillon “the Rooster” Riesterer is a jack-of-all-trades musician and sings lead, plays keys and percussion with the band.
Victor Hawkins “Sulfa” was born singing. Naturally introverted, he was encouraged to sing publicly at age 15, igniting his love of the art.
Molee Lauititi, ‘Princess Molee’, is the soul diva. Molee is a natural and brings awarm onstage X factor to Hipstamatics.
Liam Pram plays guitar while studying Fine Art at Elam in Auckland. An all-round creative, Liam brings his unique style to the band.
Hannah Elise is the resident ‘Female Bootsy’ on bass guitar. Hannah first played guitar at age 6 and made the transition to bass at 15, self-taught while being home schooled. After various bands she now resides with the Hipstamatics.
Zimbabwean born Thabani Gapara, the saxophonist, was introduced to the saxophone at age 17 and has been playing since. He has had the pleasure to play as amember in several musical projects in Zimbabwe, South Africa, and now New Zealand. His passion for collaboration has seen him work with several NZ artists.
Cam Sangster, on drums, studied at Massey University achieving a Bachelor of Music Degree, majoring in Jazz Performance and graduating in 2012. He has also studied composition, arranging, theory, improvisation and Latin styles. The moment Cam touched a drum kit at age 10 he knew he had found his passion in life.
Jerome Drumm is by day a mild-mannered insurance salesman, by night the party boy of the band. He plays amean horn as well as the trumpet.
Matt Lorden has played piano for 20 years. Classically trained, he was introduced to jazz through the Northcote College Big Band where he was mentored by Phil Broadhurst.
Jonathan Brittain first picked up trombone at age 11 and hasn’t looked back. Originally from Perth, Western Australia, he has recently moved toNew Zealand seeking musical adventure. An experienced performer, Jonathan has shared the stage with FredWesley, StanWalker, House of Shem and many others.
Bring a deckchair and your favourite picnic snacks to the Haiku Reserve for some great family entertainment. Chrome Cafewill have handy concert picnic bags again. For information or to order phone 549- 4459 or email hello@chromecafe.co.nz. Orders must be prepaid and can be picked up at the gate on way into concert .
■ Katikati Twilight Concert, Saturday, January 5, gates open at 5pm, music starts 6pm. Tickets $25pp at the gate or season ticket to attend all three just $60 available from the Arts Junction, Katikati, online at katikaticoncerts@gmail.com or by phoning Dianne on 07 549-3522. Kids under 15 free with an adult.