Shaun Kirk (AUS) Returning to New Zealand for Nationwide Tour

Melbourne blues / soul troubadour Shaun Kirk is returning to Aotearoa New Zealand for an absolute whopper of a nationwide tour, embarking on an adventure taking him from Auckland to Invercargill and a whole bunch of places in-between — a dizzying eighteen dates all up. Praised by Grammy award winning songwriting star Fantastic Negrito for "One of the best one man shows I've ever seen!" Kirk must have gotten hectic with a white board marker, as his return visit will be his biggest NZ tour to date, following the golden-toned tunesmith's previous excursion here in early 2023. Make a beeline to a venue near you and give Kirk a warm welcome back this coming spring...

Shaun Kirk - New Zealand Tour 2025

Wednesday 3rd September - Monkey House Lounge & Cabaret, Whitianga*
Thursday 4th September - The Jam Factory, Tauranga
Friday 5th September - 4th Wall Theatre, New Plymouth
Saturday 6th September - Globe Theatre, Palmerston North*
Sunday 7th September - Firebird Cafe, Levin*
Wednesday 10th September- Petone Depot, Lower Hutt*
Thursday 11th September - Vogelmorn Upstairs, Wellington*
Friday 12th September - The Boathouse, Nelson*
Saturday 13th September - Mussel Inn, Onekakā*
Sunday 14th September - The Lyric Theatre, Granity*
Wednesday 17th September - Wunderbar, Christchurch*
Thursday 18th September - Hector Blacks, Timaru*
Friday 19th September - Moons, Dunedin*
Saturday 20th September - Southland Musicians Club, Invercargill*
Tuesday 23rd September - Le Café, Picton*
Thursday 25th September - Paisley Stage, Napier*
Friday 26th September - Smash Palace, Gisborne*
Saturday 27th September - Kumeu Arts, Auckland*

*Tickets on sale HERE via UTR

Watch Shaun Kirk playing 'Save My Soul', from his self-titled 2019 EP...

Press release:

Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award-winning blues and soul troubadour recognized for his exceptional talent as a born entertainer. His unique talent has not only earned him many accolades but also much praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as One of the best one-man shows he’s ever seen!

Kirk's vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his years, with critics continually acclaiming him as one of the finest blues voices Australia has ever heard (Buzz Mag). Complementing his vocal artistry, Kirk's vintage guitar tones and raw grooves pay tribute to the timeless influences that have shaped his musical journey, resulting in a distinctive sound fast becoming his own.

Shaun’s musical journey has taken him to stages all over the world, where he's not only performed but consistently sold out shows, leaving audiences enthralled by his magnetic presence. From iconic festival stages like Bluesfest Byron Bay, where he's become a familiar name, to sharing the billing with legends like Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, John Butler Trio, and The Teskey Brothers; Kirk's artistic prowess is in esteemed company. Moreover, he's also had the honour of opening for household names such as blues maestro Joe Bonamassa, soul sensation Allen Stone, and the indomitable Beth Hart; further solidifying his place in the landscape of contemporary music. This remarkable journey is a testament to Kirk's unmatched talent and ability to connect with audiences across genres and generations.