Free Napier New Year's Eve concert acts announced

New Zealand X Factor finalists Brendon Thomas and the Vibes will be the star attraction at this year’s free New Year’s Eve community celebrations at the Soundshell, Marine Parade, Napier.

While the talented three-piece has already released an album of originals on itunes, for this show they will be covering lots of classics, such as April Sun in Cuba, Superstition, Brown Eyed Girl, Hotel California, I Shot the Sherriff, and Mustang Sally.

Filling the support slot is Gala and her band. Gala, the daughter of Kiwi music legends Debbie Harwood and Rikki Morris, has just returned from an acclaimed tour of the UK.


Gala. Photo courtesy of Napier City Council

Organiser Peter Mooney from PM Event Management says it’s going to be a great time to be out in   Napier. “I am excited to have Brendon Thomas and The Vibes here this year. They have really impressed me with their talent and many are picking them to be powerhouse entertainers on the New Zealand music scene for years to come. I am also really looking forward to enjoying Gala's music. She is another exceptional performer.”

There will also be a gold coin collection on the night for a local charity.


BT and The Vibes. Photo courtesy of Napier City Council

Napier City Council and Hawke’s Bay Today are the major sponsors for the show, the 17th annual New Year’s Eve free community event. It starts at 8.30pm and culminates in THE HITS fireworks display just after midnight.

This is a safe community event with a liquor ban in place. There will be zero tolerance from police and security.