MUSIC
The NZ Cider Festival isn't just about Cider!
Grab a Cider and relax at Main stage..
Raw Collective
Raw Collective is one of New Zealand's premier hip-hop bands, a multi-instrumental extravaganza from Wellington. Through years of recording, gigging and touring, they’ve built a solid nationwide fan base.
Now festival favourites, they’ve played over 100 live shows (NZ & AUS), have three albums under their belts (2018’s ‘For the Ancients’, and ‘From Montreal to Welly’), plus Raw Collective’s latest album ‘The Good Things LP’ (2021) – each released to five-star reviews and enthusiastic tributes.
A world class collective of musicians and special guests delivering international releases, an awe inspiring live show, and back for 2024 currently working on a fourth album!
The Leftovers
The Leftovers, just like their namesake, defy genre boundaries with their eclectic fusion of musical ingredients. Comprised of seasoned musicians with diverse backgrounds, the band brings together covers and originals with elements of rock, jazz, blues, funk, and alternative music with soulful harmonies to create a sound that is uniquely their own. Join Layna on vocals, Stampy on bass and harmonica, Luke on drums, and Dave on guitar and backing vocals as they deliver an unforgettable musical experience that resonates long after the last note. No matter your musical taste, The Leftovers always hope you leave craving more.
The Reece Milton Trio
The Reece Milton Trio is a local band from Nelson consisting of Reece Milton (himself), Sam Edmonds and Isaac Stewart. We are a pop/rock band mainly known for our original music but also play some covers to spice it up a little. We formed back in 2019 to work on Reece Milton's debut album "Elixir" which everyone can check out on all streaming platforms and we are also in the process of making our 2nd album so stay tuned! You may recognize us from tracks such as "Once In a Lifetime" "Atmosphere" and "Take It Easy".
We are really excited to be back playing at Cider Fest this year.
Shed Heads
The ShedHeads are a three-piece band that formed in 2022. Since they formed they have played many gigs and shows around Nelson, showcasing their funk rock originals and playing a variety of covers from Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Soundgarden, Foo Fighters, and more. The Shedheads now have many originals and believe they can bring a great fun vibe to any gig.
Brazilian Social Club
Steeped in musical traditions from Europe, Africa and Indians, the music of Brazil is an endlessly evolving mixture of fascinating rhythms and sounds. Brazilian Social Club aims to share this beautiful and intoxicating musical culture to the rest of the world with its blend of musicianship, creativity and tradition.
Performing hot Brazilian hits spanning Samba, Xote, Partido Alto, Forro and more, the band's captivating high-energy performances never fail to get audiences on their feet and spinning across the dance floor.
Though newly formed, Brazilian Social Club is fast coming up on the Nelson music scene as a live Brazilian party band, and is geared up for a strong year ahead of shows across the region.