Drunken Piano are thrilled to announce Skegss, hot off the heels of their recent USA tour and packing out their Coachella stage two weekends in a row. The three piece band will perform at Auckland’s Powerstation and Wellington’s San Fran this August.
Drunken Piano presents
SKEGSS
Plus special guests
Wednesday 10th August | Powerstation | Auckland
Thursday 11th August | San Fran | Wellington
Friday 12th August | Union Hall | Dunedin
Saturday 13th August | Whiteout Festival | Methven
TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY 12th MAY
For complete tour and ticket information, please visit: skeggs.com
Press Release:
In the six years since their inception, Skegss (singer/guitarist Ben Reed, bassist/guitarist/vocalist Toby Cregan, and drummer Jonny Lani) have emerged from their laid-back, Australian small town roots as unlikely anti-heroes of the country’s vibrant music scene.
Their riotous releases have sparked circle pits and stage dives all over – from dingy pubs and skate parks, to 20K capacity festival stages – and led the three lads on countless world tours. They’ve topped the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) singles charts numerous times and their debut LP ‘My Own Mess’ reached number two on the album charts and earned an ARIA Award nomination for ‘Best Rock Album.’
Australia’s coastal sensation haven’t lost their underdog flair despite their achievements, and it’s that same spirit that defines their second studio album, ‘Rehearsal’ – a 13-track thrill ride through modern disillusioned youth.
Released late March 2021 via Loma Vista Recordings, Rehearsal debuted at #1 on Australia’s ARIA Album and Vinyl sales chart with first week sales and was the triple j feature record. Rehearsal earned the trio their first cover story at NME Australia, while its singles collectively earned praise and support from Consequence, DIY, Rolling Stone Australia and had 2 tracks place in the triple j Hottest 100 voted singles of the year. (‘Under the Thunder’ (#27) and ‘Fantasising’ (#66))
Skegss were last seen in New Zealand in 2019, pre-covid. As audiences who were fortunate enough to attend those shows will tell you themselves, Skegss are not to be missed live. The band’s electrifying performances are unlikely to be seen again in such intimate venues, so get in while you can!
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