THE DRAW.
Dig The Gig: University of Canterbury.
Venue: A Rolling Stone
579 Colombo St, Christchurch.
Doors open at 7pm
House-band warms up the PA at 7.30pm
First UOC band takes the stage at 8.15pm
FINALISTS NAMED!
3
MAY
Heat 1.
TEALSKIE:
Deep within the Tropical Tealskie jungle, you’ll find Wilkie curating delicious bass licks all through the night overtop of Josh’s thundering drums.
BIG ANGRY:
We are Big Angry, hailing from the mighty Tauranga. We are passionate alt-rock musicians and ardent bug collectors.
IN THE CITY:
In The City are a Christchurch-based rock band that strives to deliver their originals ferociously.
WINNERS!
CROWN:
Crown is a four-piece band from Christchurch. Comprising of Damon on drums, Reece on bass, Nikau on vocals and Thomas on guitar.
17
MAY
Heat 2.
ISOLAR:
SChristchurch band inspired by 70s progressive rock and 80s thrash era metal.
WINNERS!
KENRING:
WE ARE KENRING, a four piece metal band ready to absolutely rock your socks off with greasy, grimey riffs and solos.
CAM GIDDENS:
Cam is a solo bass player influenced by greats such as Michael Manring and Evan Brewer. He aims to create vast soundscapes using effects and looping that people can connect with.
ZENGIRL8:
A mash up of a Bjork and Tori Amos influence with dance music and good old fashion rock guitar.
31
MAY
Heat 3.
HATCH:
A self recorded and promoted rock quartet formed in the South Island of New Zealand.
RAGWEED:
Forged in the depths of Engcore on Warman eve, RAGWEED are a rock four-piece with alternative, prog and nu-metal influences.
RED WEEKEND:
Red Weekend is an all entertaining 5 piece band from Christchurch with their classic rock sound and compelling riffs bring pure emotion, and their raw energy draws the crowd in every time.
WINNERS!
THE NORWESTERS:
The Norwesters are a dynamic music duo dedicated to breathing new life into the Western Folk Traditions.
SECOND HAND GOODS:
Fast funky and fun. We play very singable songs that get the crowd involved.
14
JUNE
Heat 4.
ONLY YOU:
A collection of Ōutautahi Emos who healthily express their feelings through epic riffage, and bring a Kiwi edge to the emo revival.
GIBSON XCVIII:
GIBSON XCVIII was born out of a desire to make easy listening music for all walks of life in Aotearoa NZ. Formed in 2021.
TUSEKAH:
Tusekah is a RnB/NeoSoul band lead by UC student and singer/songwriter Tusekah.
WINNERS!
FLOODGATE:
Young, dumb, and full of creative, unexpected music, be prepared for progressive tunes with a focus on chuggy grooves and soaring melodies.
28
JUNE
The Semi-Finalists Take the Stage!
CROWN
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WINNER OF HEAT 1.
KENRING
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WINNER OF HEAT 2.
THE NORWESTERS
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WINNER OF HEAT 3.
FLOODGATE
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WINNER OF HEAT 4.
TEALSKIE
RED WEEKEND
CAM GIDDENS
TUSEKAH
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THE WILD CARD GIGGERS!
12
JULY
THE DIG THE GIG GRAND FINAL!
FLOODGATE
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BEST DECIBEL METER OF THE SEMIS
CROWN
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2ND BEST DECIBEL METER OF THE SEMIS
RED WEEKEND & THE NORWESTERS
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3RD BEST EQUAL DECIBEL METER OF THE SEMIS
TUSEKAH
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4TH BEST DECIBEL METER OF THE SEMIS
WINNERS 2023!
CROWN:
Crown is a four-piece band from Christchurch. Comprising of Damon on drums, Reece on bass, Nikau on vocals and Thomas on guitar.
THE VENUE.
A ROLLING STONE: 579 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central
All live DIG THE GIG gigs will be held at 'A Rolling Stone' one of Christchurch's very own famous live music venues. A Rolling Stone is a family-run, old-fashioned Irish hospitality venue inspired by the heart of Ireland and realised in the heart of Christchurch. We open every day of the week from 10am for brunch, lunch and dinner with a full menu and great chefs, through till late.
A Rolling Stone is also an epic live music venue, the perfect place to uncover Canterbury University's favourite live band!
So join us every second Wednesday for a head to head DIG THE GIG showdown with a little taste of Ireland – without a doubt the best pint of Guinness in town, and Bulmers Cider on tap.
