Ben Waters (UK) One-Man Boogie-Woogie & Rock 'n' Roll Show
We're thrilled to announce the return of the amazing Boogie Woogie piano king, Ben Waters (UK). Ben brings his one-man Boogie-Woogie and Rock 'n' Roll show to Christchurch fresh off the back of two Sydney Opera House shows.
Ben Waters has and continues to play alongside superstars such as The Rolling Stones, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Sir Ray Davies, Jeff Beck, Jools Holland, PJ Harvey, Shakin’ Stevens and many more. For some years, he along with the late, great Charlie Watts, Axel Swingenberger and Dave Green performed live and recorded as the “A, B, C & D of Boogie Woogie”. More recently he came together with Ronnie Wood to form “Ronnie Wood & the Mad Lads”, performing the hits of their idol, Chuck Berry. Most recently, he has been recording with the Rolling Stones for their new album due for release in 2023.
Touted by Jools Holland as being one of his all-time favourite pianists, Waters is renowned for rocking the house at every gig with an eclectic mix from his heroes Fats Domino, Huey “Piano” Smith, Albert Ammons, Ian Stewart, Jerry Lee Lewis, Amos Milburn and Chuck Berry as well as his own foot stomping material. As a headliner, Ben has sold out thousands of shows around the world, from Ronnie Scott's to the Sydney Opera House to The Royal Albert Hall and every kind of venue imaginable.
· “One of the best pianists in the UK – The Times, London
· “Key shattering boogie woogie” – The Guardian UK
· “I have been a boogie fan since the 50s and seen pianists all over the world, none come close to Waters – Blueprint Magazine
· “Ben's Solos are full of flare & bravado – The Birmingham Post
· “Probably the best pianist I have played with – Pete Thomas (sax with Elton John, Fats Domino)
· “Ben Waters show…. like a bouncy castle for grown-ups” - London Times
· “Blew everyone away … so much so we have invited him back!” - Caroline Moore, Festival Director, Port Fairy Folk Festival
· Ben Waters Band (Shakin’ in The Makin’) – selected as one of his ten favourite boogie woogie albums ever - Jools Holland / Mojo Magazine
· “Saw these guys in Akaroa last year, 2 nights, 2 totally different acts! Ranges from honky tonk to blues & jazz, R & B then straight rock, sometimes in the same tune. Great singing voice. Fantastic…..Not to be missed!” – Anon, NZ
A unique opportunity to see a world-class musician in a very intimate setting, in one of the best venues in Christchurch. Don't miss out!!
Adults $75
Students (*School & Tertiary) $30
Tickets from undertheradar.co.nz (on sale from 26th December)
* Note - patrons under 18 must be accompanied by their own parent or legal guardian after 9pm.
Door sales available.
Seating at cabaret tables. Venue open for meals, snacks, and drinks, from 5pm. Show starts 8pm.
Bookings or info on 03-377-4787.
