{"id":123,"date":"2018-03-05T22:36:28","date_gmt":"2018-03-05T10:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/awesomeband.nz\/?page_id=123"},"modified":"2026-04-13T13:59:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T01:59:55","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/awesomeband.nz\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Christchurch, New Zealand — Available for hire<\/p>\n

AWESOME
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Professional Covers Band<\/p>\n

Real instruments. No backing tracks. Classic rock since 1984.<\/p>\n

\n Call to Book<\/a>
\n Send Enquiry<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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\n Playing since 1984<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n Real instruments — no backing tracks<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 🔊<\/span>
\n Full PA & lighting provided<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 📍<\/span>
\n Based in Christchurch, NZ<\/span>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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About the band<\/p>\n

We Make Your Event Unforgettable<\/h2>\n

We’re a Christchurch-based live rock band<\/strong> available for hire at your next function — whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, private party, or community celebration.<\/p>\n

Our setlist spans the 60s through to the 2020s<\/strong>: classic rock, soul, hard rock, and crowd-favourite anthems that get every age group on their feet and singing along.<\/p>\n

We come from all over New Zealand, united by a genuine love of live music. We don’t play because we have to — we play because we love watching a crowd enjoy themselves. That energy is in every performance.<\/strong><\/p>\n

We bring our own full professional PA system and lighting rig<\/strong>, suitable for venues large or small.<\/p>\n

Call Us Now<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Why choose us<\/p>\n

What Sets Us Apart<\/h2>\n
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No Backing Tracks — Ever<\/h3>\n

Every note you hear is played live. Real guitar, real bass, real drums — giving your event the raw energy a recording simply can’t replicate.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Four Decades of Experience<\/h3>\n

Playing together since 1984 means we know how to read a room, keep energy high, and adapt the set to what your crowd loves.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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All-inclusive Setup<\/h3>\n

We arrive with a full professional PA system and stage lighting — no hidden costs for gear hire, no third-party suppliers to coordinate.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Audience First<\/h3>\n

We actively involve the crowd. Sing-alongs, requests, and shout-outs — we’re there to entertain your guests, not just play to them.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Music styles<\/p>\n

We Play What You Love<\/h2>\n
\n Classic Rock<\/span>
\n 60s & 70s Rock<\/span>
\n 80s & 90s Rock<\/span>
\n Hard Rock<\/span>
\n Soul & R&B<\/span>
\n Dance Anthems<\/span>
\n Rock & Roll<\/span>
\n 2000s Rock<\/span>
\n Modern Hits<\/span>\n <\/div>\n

Have a theme night in mind? We can tailor the set specifically to your event — just let us know when you enquire.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Get in touch<\/p>\n

Book Awesome Source<\/h2>\n

Available for weddings, corporate functions, private parties, festivals, and any event in Canterbury and beyond. Dates fill up fast — reach out early to secure your date.<\/p>\n

03 338 2107<\/a><\/p>\n

\n Call Now<\/a>
\n Email Enquiry<\/a>
\n Facebook<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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