Nick Jackman is a multi-instrumentalist and one-man band based in Christchurch, with
influences ranging from traditional Celtic folk to country, blues, punk rock and psychedelia.
With a career spanning five decades, he has played many hundreds of shows at bars, festivals, cafes, clubs, weddings, parties and street corners. For the last twenty years, Jackman has mostly performed as a one-man band, singing and playing harmonica, guitar and percussion all at the same time - the old school way, without the use of a looper pedal, backing tracks or other fancy tricks. Watching him perform is a lesson in extreme multi- tasking.
Support Act - Adrian Hughes
Adrian Hughes is a fingerstyle guitarist originally from South Wales, now based in Christchurch. He has been playing guitar since the age of eight, his earliest musical influences came from his guitar teacher, who introduced him to a wide range of styles, from early blues through to jazz, alongside Celtic music and traditional guitar genres from around the world. That foundation sparked a lifelong love of the instrument and a deep curiosity for diverse musical traditions.
Over the years, Adrian has performed across the UK and in Christchurch, sharing music that blends intricate fingerstyle technique with expressive, soulful playing. In 2024, Adrian completed his LLCM diploma in acoustic guitar, which reignited a passion for live performance. Adrian is also a dedicated guitar tutor and the New Zealand representative for the London College of Music, where he supports and guides the next generation of musicians.
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