"Tami Neilson is one of the most exciting artists in country music today. She’s bringing to country music what acts like Amy Winehouse and Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings have brought to R&B. " - Jonathan Keefe, Country Universe, USA

Canadian born but now proudly Auckland-based country & soul darling TAMI NEILSON is heading to Australia in August with critically acclaimed new album DON'T BE AFRAID.

Neilson's star is soaring high, with electrifying recent performances at Womad NZ, Auckland City Limits, Nashville Americana Fest, and NZ Music Awards, as well as supporting blues star Colin James on his recent Canadian tour. Starting her music career as a young girl, Neilson spent her youth touring Canada with relatives in The Neilson Family band, opening for an array of country royalty including the formidable Johnny Cash. More recently blossoming in New Zealand as a formidable talent in her own right, Tami Neilson has just finished a national tour with long-time collaborators Delaney Davidson and Marlon Williams.

Don't Be Afraid was released in Tami's adopted country, last year and debuted at the top of the charts, and the song "The First Man," was shortlisted for the Silver Scroll, the most prestigious music award in New Zealand which Tami won in 2015 for her song "Walk (Back To Your Arms)." A 5 Star review of Don't Be Afraid in the NZ Herald claimed "This world-class album is a major statement from an artist at the top of her lyrical and vocal game." The singer songwriter's mix of rollicking country, blues and soul, offset by heartbreaking balladry, is guaranteed to delight.

"With a soulful voice straight from the golden age of country and rockabilly music, Tami Neilson has been described as "A red-hot honky-tonker, somewhere between Patsy Cline and Wanda Jackson with perhaps just a little bit of Peggy Lee sophistication."
Nick Bollinger, NZ National Radio

TICKETING INFO

Plate and Glass meal and wine options are listed on the following booking page.

Dinner & Show tickets include entry, seating and 2 course meal.

Dinner & Show tickets are only available via Moshtix.

Some Dinner & Show Bookings may be on a shared table. Please let us know at the time of the booking as a special request should you prefer not to share, and subject to availability we'll do our best to accommodate your request. Note it is not possible to join ticket holders together across ticket groups (meaning A Reserve ticket holders cannot sit with B Reserve etc).

DOORS OPEN AT 6.30PM
MUSIC STARTS AFTER DINNER SERVICE, AROUND 8.00PM
SET TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE FROM SHOW TO SHOW

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
When General Admission Ticket sales have closed on the day of the show they may still be available at the door on the night.

All patrons must be over the age of 18

Once purchased tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable
(applies to both Standing and Dinner sales)

Please ensure you bring photo ID as proof of age

A booking fee applies to all advance tickets. (All quoted prices include tax).

Dress is Smart/Casual at Manager's discretion. No thongs.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Basement has very limited accessibility for patrons with disabilities, however please contact the venue to ensure there is adequate availability for you to enjoy the show comfortably and they can advise on the recommended seating options.

RESTAURANT (GREEN ROOM BAR) 
RESTAURANT HOURS ARE DEPENDENT ON SHOW
Please call The Basement to confirm opening times - (02) 9251 2797

SEATING MAP FOR DINNER & SHOW BOOKINGS
Please Note: tables cannot be joined together. Please ensure everyone you intend to seat at your table is included in your booking to avoid being seated separately. Unfortunately, Dinner & Show bookings are for a minimum of 2 people.

Specific table reservation is not available for this performance. It is the venue's decision as to which table you will be allocated. Whilst the venue would love to give everyone their preferred seats, it is not always possible. We ask that you respect this decision and enjoy the performance.