D.C. Maxwell

DC Maxwell returns to Auckland for his first hometown show in over two years. Long has this prodigal son of Tāmaki Makaurau journeyed through the desert wastes of Melbourne, subsisting on nothing but banh mi, Mont Blanc coffees and his raw wits. But now, due to legal trouble caused by the public nuisance of his Jesus’ Son poster campaign (alleged), and the rooftop property trespassing seen in an upcoming video (alleged), and the subsequent looming threat of a 501 deportation - he is triumphantly returning to the safe legal haven of Aotearoa. This is the first time a New Zealand audience will hear the new songs of this latest iteration of DC with a full band. DC Maxwell’s 2023 alt-country album Lone Rider was nominated for best independent debut at the Taite Awards, and his captivating storytelling and energetic live show has won hearts and sold out venues across both sides of the Tasman. But now the singer has put the horses in their stables, and returned with a gritty alt-rock sound that combines the big strum energy of PJ Harvey with the sex appeal of Robbie Williams. This WILL be the show of the century. EVERY ticket purchased will come with a FREE download code for the new DC Maxwell single yet to even be announced! Supported by local legends SULFATE, led by former Lone Rider producer Peter Ruddell. They will bring their fierce, no-holds barred interrogation of kiwi masculinity to the lineup. And newcomers and scene shakers Groopchat will kick outdated ideas of rock n roll in the teeth and show the old dogs that the kids in Auckland got something to say. Do not wait. Do not hesitate. Do not think twice. See you at the rock show.