Ash Grunwald brings his foot-stomping blues back to New Zealand

Australian blues and roots powerhouse Ash Grunwald is heading back to New Zealand this November, bringing his electrifying one-man show to venues across the country. Following sold-out performances in 2025 and earlier in 2026, the acclaimed musician is ready to reconnect with Kiwi audiences for another run of raw, guitar-driven blues, infectious grooves and high-energy storytelling.

Grunwald has spent more than two decades establishing himself as one of Australia’s leading contemporary blues artists. Blending traditional blues with roots, rock and contemporary influences, he has developed a distinctive sound built around gritty vocals, slide guitar, driving rhythms and an unmistakable sense of spontaneity. His music draws on the foundations of the blues while embracing a modern, adventurous edge that makes his live performances feel immediate and unpredictable.

A celebrated festival performer, Grunwald has earned a reputation for bringing audiences together through his powerful stage presence and infectious enthusiasm. His career includes six Australian Top 50 albums, multiple ARIA and AIR Award nominations, and tours alongside internationally recognised artists including The Black Keys, Jack Johnson and James Brown.

What makes a Grunwald performance special is the way he turns a solo show into a full-bodied musical experience. Armed with guitars, effects and an arsenal of foot-stomping rhythms, he builds a wall of sound that combines the intimacy of a blues storyteller with the intensity of a full band. Expect soulful vocals, hypnotic grooves, fiery guitar work and plenty of audience interaction.

The November tour takes Grunwald from the North Island to the South Island, visiting intimate music venues, theatres and concert halls along the way. From Auckland and Hamilton to Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin, the run offers fans across New Zealand the opportunity to experience one of Australia’s most compelling live blues performers up close.

For anyone who likes their blues unpolished and alive with lots of personality, Ash Grunwald’s return is a date worth marking in the calendar.

New Zealand tour dates