Canterbury
blues
club
Keeping The Blues Alive In Canterbury
About Us
The Canterbury Blues Club is the place to be if you love blues music. Our club nights, along with our open mic and jam nights, offer the best blues experience around. There’s no better way to immerse yourself in the blues and meet fellow blues music lovers than at our events. We are dedicated to keeping the blues alive, and we welcome you to join us.
The Canterbury Blues Club meets at A Rolling Stone on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month. The venue has a cosy atmosphere that’s perfect for enjoying live music. There’s also a great selection of food and drinks available, with current members receiving a 10% discount.
Come along and experience the best blues Canterbury has to offer!
What's On
Club Night!
Looking for a great night out and some badass blues? The CBC's monthly Club Night delivers just that. Once a month, we open the doors to members and the public for an evening of live blues. We feature three acts who all offer a range of styles, sounds, and energy, grounded in the blues.
You’ll hear some of Christchurch’s finest doing what they do best - from stripped-back acoustic to full-blown electric blues. No fuss, just a great atmosphere, good people, and solid music all night long.
It’s a night that’s built a strong following and one that's also drawing attention from well beyond the blues loving crowd.
No need to book. Come early, grab a drink, and settle in. This is blues the way it should be - live, loud, and played straight from the soul.
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Jimmy Taylor
Jimmy Taylor is a seasoned guitarist, occasional vocalist, and talented songwriter, best known for his long-standing role as guitarist with New Zealand’s iconic band Hello Sailor. With over a decade spent contributing to the sound of one of the country's most legendary groups, Jimmy brings a deep well of musical experience.
While he modestly claims not to be a blues player in the traditional sense, Jimmy is stepping into new territory with a solo, semi-unplugged set that explores his own heartfelt interpretation of Delta and Chicago blues. His approach is honest, respectful and infused with a fresh take on the genre.
We're thrilled to welcome Jimmy to the Canterbury Blues Club stage. It's a privilege to host a musician of his calibre, and we can’t wait to share this special performance with you all.
Delta Duo
Christchurch is home to a wealth of musical talent, and we’re thrilled to have two standout performers join us at the Canterbury Blues Club’s Club Night on Sunday, 1 June. Stephanie McEwin and Rosanna Harvey have made their mark not just through their skill and dedication, but also through years of playing in a wide range of bands and musical projects. Whether fronting a group or backing others, they’ve brought great music to stages all over the city.
We’re lucky to have them both on board for our June Club Night. We’re looking forward to a relaxed evening of top-shelf blues and great company - come along and enjoy some outstanding live music.
Penny Blues Band
feat. Davey Backyard
We’re thrilled to welcome The Penny Blues Band to the stage, featuring Andy Genge on guitar and vocals, Luke Smillie on drums, and Stephen McDaid on bass - joined by special guest David Thorpe on harmonica and vocals. Davey’s a familiar face to both the band and CBC, always bringing something extra to the mix.
This little ditty might give you a clue as to the type of blues you might hear from the guys.
Muddy Waters rollin’ with a mojo spell,
Howlin’ Wolf’s howlin’ like a midnight yell.
Little Walter wails on a harp so mean,
Freddy King’s slingin’ like a blues machine.
Fleetwood Mac’s groovin’ with that London bite —
Get down to the CBC, for a damn fine night!
