Artist description What is Blender? Blender is the result of a few years of three guys writing and playing songs together. All three of them have a love for the same kind of music - good songs played well. While mostly pure pop, these boys borrow at times from soul, R&B, electronica, and good old fashioned rock. Check out http://home.clear.net.nz/pages/blender

Music Style Pop

Musical Influences Radiohead, Crowded House, Elvis Costello, Dave Dobbyn, Sheryl Crow, Stevie Wonder, Otis Redding, Ben Harper, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, John Hiatt, David Bowie, Ben Harper, James Brown, Darren Watson, Massive Attack, The Beatles, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Booker T & The MGs, The Muttonbirds, Miles Davis, G - Love & Special Sauce, James Brown, Burt Bacharach, Supergrass, Travis, Marvin Gaye

Artist History Gareth, Ross and Clint have played together in various bands since about '93. But at some point the passion for performing covers, with a big band, in dodgy bars, died. After that, the three started writing and playing songs. Recently Blender have focussed on finally recording all their songs, and have put together a CD which they will distribute to those who are interested. The songs recorded are probably not the best versions - their best performances have probably been in Ross' old flat on Oriental Parade, or perhaps after work one night at the OMW rehearsal studios in Newtown. But have a listen, as they are fairly proud of what they have achieved on a very low (no) budget. Ross left NZ in 2000 to work in Melbourne and Todd and Tony have joined the band. Look out for gigs in the coming months. To make sure you keep up with the latest news, click the "Send e-mail to the artist" link above in the "Artist Connection" box.Also, check out the official web-site:http://home.clear.net.nz/pages/blender

Group Members Gareth Meech (Guitars, vaocals), Clint Meech (keyboards, vocals), Todd Rangiwhetu (Bass, guitars), Tony Kemp (Drums, vocals)

Location Wellington - New Zealand

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