Six60’s student days revisited with their Grassroots Tour
New Plymouth locals were in for a treat this week, when Kiwi icons Six60 and Four Square teamed up for the Grassroots Tour — an unforgettable journey across small-town New Zealand.
Six60 are travelling across the country, performing in intimate venues and showcasing their iconic hits in a stripped-back acoustic format.
On Tuesday night, they performed to a packed house at the TSB Showplace in New Plymouth.
In keeping with the tour’s grassroots spirit, a miniature replica of the flat where the band members once lived together in Dunedin is accompanying Six60 to all 24 performances, parked up at the local Four Square in each town visit.
On Tuesday, the house was outside Four Square Fitzroy to the delight of local fans.
Greg Stone, Foodstuffs North Island head of Four Square said it was a case of getting the party started early for Four Square.
“Later this year, Four Square celebrates its 100th birthday, so it’s great to be able to start the party early with a unique experience at so many of our stores.
“With the Grassroots Tour, we’re helping to put the spotlight back on the heart of New Zealand and celebrating the warmth and character of small-town Aotearoa.
“This collaboration with Six60 is representative of Four Square’s commitment towards communityfocused Kiwi living, the cosy spaces we call home and of course, not forgetting your roots.”
Tim Jackson, owner-operator of
Four Square Fitzroy, said the team at the store was buzzing with excitement to be involved with the Grassroots Tour.
“Our new format Four Square store only recently opened in November, so it’s a huge privilege to be able to host the pop-up shop here and do something special for the New Plymouth community.”