Whanganui Midweek

National Sensation brings Kiwiana-Indie sound to Whanganui Club

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Wellington-based duo National Sensation are coming to Whanganui as part of a series of performanc­es that includes Wellington, Greytown, Petone and Paekākārik­i.

They bring a fresh sound with their unique blend of kiwiana-indie-folkrock-alternativ­e-pop music. The two singer-songwriter­s, Mike Robinson on guitar and Charlotte Shade on keyboards, will join forces with percussion maestros Jesse Kearse and Rupert Snook, bringing a big sound that will resonate throughout the hall.

The band want you to know that “we love your town and are keen as for a laugh and a boogie with you all”.

This is the start of Music Month in Aotearoa New Zealand, and the May Club Night is sure to be buzzing with creative energy. Last month Brian

Baker’s Whanganui project BB & the Bullets had their debut performanc­e, with Johnny Keating on bass and Brad McMillan on drums.

They made a sensationa­l sound and will be back again at the openmic session, which is proving to be the stomping ground for more and more of our local talented musicians.

The month will feature the club’s second annual songwritin­g competitio­n, with a public performanc­e on Friday, May 31, that will be recorded live. This will be a first for the club and points to the ambition bubbling away behind the scenes. Should you be interested in taking part, contact Annie at whanganuim­usicians@gmail.com.

Come down to the club on Friday night for an evening of great entertainm­ent. For those of you who have yet to experience the “first Friday of the month club night”, it is the right time to venture into a world that is “all about the music”. Bring the family. Everyone is welcome. There is a bring-your-own-food-and-drink policy. No fuss, just fun.

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Wellington­based duo National Sensation are coming to Whanganui.

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