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!
Whats on?
Club Night
Steven McDaid
Hailing from Culdaff on Ireland's most northernly coastline, Stephen comes from a musical family and began by playing bass in his Dad's band while at primary school.
His love of guitar playing led him to Dublin's thriving original music scene.
Moving to NZ in 2006, Stephen has appeared at festivals and venues all over the country and is no stranger to the blues.
The Blues Mama's
The Blues Mamas are an acoustic roots duo featuring singer-songwriter Isabella (Izzy) Miller Bell and fingerstyle/slide guitarist Susan Leigh Grant. When performing together they deliver a signature blend of sultry acoustic roots, storytelling, and edgy delta blues. • Isabella Miller Bell (Ma Bell) is a Scottish-born "Celtic Soul Blues" artist and local blues icon. She is well-known for her deep, rich, storytelling . • Susan Leigh Grant (Ma Kettle) provides the sensitive yet gritty instrumentation that pairs with Isabella's voice.
The Groomsmen
Phil Doublet (guitar, vocals), Al Olds (drums, vocals) and Todd Jones (bass, vocals) bring together decades of musical experience and a shared passion for the blues. Phil is a multi-award-winning musician, producer and songwriter with five charted albums, eight No. 1 singles, and a 2025 CMAA Gold Guitar finalist nomination. He is also a passionate advocate for original music, founding Christchurch's popular Songwriters in the Round shows. Al has performed professionally throughout New Zealand, Australia and the UAE, developing a strong affinity for blues and roots music that continues to inspire his playing today. Todd's career spans blues, original music and jazz, including South Island tours, long-running residencies, and a Musical Arts degree. Together, they deliver seasoned musicianship, authentic blues, and a kickass live performance.