Devonstock 2015

Devonport’s premier free music festival Devonstock returns with a fresh mix of seasoned talent and tomorrow’s superstars! This year’s featured artists include Brendon Thomas and The Vibes (of X-Factor NZ fame), funk-soul combo Dukebox, the spooky rock of Quinn The Human, up & coming alt-popsters TUGGS, the catchy vocals of Amelia McNabb and brand new trio Oak (featuring Gala Morris and her cousins Julia and Maude Morris). Continue reading for more info.

Taking place in the Windsor Reserve by the waterfront in Devonport on Sunday 13 December 2015, this Summer festival is free, fun for all ages and is a Smokefree, alcohol free event. See you at Devonstock 2015!

Devonstock 2015

Featuring:

Brendan Thomas and The Vibes – http://brendonthomasandthevibes.com/

Dukebox – https://soundcloud.com/dukeboxmusic

Quinn The Human – www.quinnthehuman.bandcamp.com

TUGGS – https://tuggsnz.bandcamp.com/album/pressure

Amelia McNabb – https://soundcloud.com/amelia-mcnabb

Oak (featuring Gala, Julia and Maude Morris)

Sunday 13 December 2015, 3pm – 7pm
Windsor Reserve (by the waterfront), Devonport, Auckland
FREE, all ages
Please note this is a Smokefree and alcohol free event.

For more info: dportcomm@xtra.co.nz

Special thanks to Depot Sound, Music Planet, Auckland Council, Fullers and Devonport Peninsula Trust for their support.

 

Artist bios:

 

Brendan Thomas and the Vibes

Brendan Thomas and the Vibes trade in a technicolour brand of rock n’roll that’ll have you pining for your Zeppelin DVDs. Already artists in their own right, the band’s enduring presence on X Factor has seen their ‘The Eclect’ EP rocket to the top of the charts, their guitars laid to waste on national TV, and a tonne of peace, love and understanding.

http://brendonthomasandthevibes.com

 

Dukebox

Dukebox are a hard hitting funk rock band based in Auckland. Made up of bass, guitar, drums, luscious soulful vocals and a killer horn section they are bringing back the funk with a new twist. With a sound and energy reminiscent of the likes of James Brown and Motown, Dukebox are a must see live act. Guaranteed to get your hips moving and your freak flag flying.

https://soundcloud.com/dukeboxmusic

 

Quinn The Human

Quinn The Human take having fun very seriously. 3 parts Burlesque, 2 parts Sylvester Stallone, QTH are a sexy, spooky rock band from Auckland. With deep roots in Devonport/shore history, The QTH bass player made Lorde’s coffee. Before she was famous. Their EP ‘Good News, Everyone!’ is on Spotify

www.quinnthehuman.bandcamp.com

 

Tuggs

TUGGS is a four piece alternative pop/rock band based in Devonport, Auckland. Following the release of their debut EP ‘Pressure’ in early 2015, the band have been playing numerous gigs around Auckland and are currently in the process of recording their next EP which will be released shortly.

https://tuggsnz.bandcamp.com/album/pressure

 

Amelia McNabb

Auckland, NZ, based musician Amelia McNabb, brings her stunning vocals, layered harmonies and catchy song hooks, to the music scene. At 19, she blends her acoustic pop style with reminiscing and memorable song-writing skills. Amelia is a dedicated guitarist, pianist, occasional drummer and secret steel pan drum player. Whilst collaborating with likeminded musicians through YouTube, Amelia has found a fan base worldwide. Born in Scotland, UK and raised in Tauranga, NZ, she continues to use her time to pursue a music career, playing multiple gigs (including singing

for the Rugby World Cup 2011), writing songs and releasing cover songs, gaining attention from NZ Radio such as ZM, More Fm, Classic Hits and Waatea Radio. Currently studying a Bachelor of Popular Music at the University of Auckland, Amelia is also set to release an EP of original songs in the near future.

https://soundcloud.com/amelia-mcnabb

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbApXt0

 

Oak

Oak features Gala Morris and her cousins Julia and Maude Morris – Devonstock will be their debut public performance!