"shine bright team, you guys are truly something special"
Bonnie Hurunui
Leading Lady
When we say there are stars that don’t shine as bright as this woman, we mean it.
Bursting with light, energy, a contagious laugh and a soulful, funky voice, Bonnie Hurunui commands attention every time she hits the stage.
With a personality as magic as her Mullet, and a strong performative artistry, Bonnie invites audiences to become participants in a musical experience composed and curated from the stage - a talent she has developed and honed from countless hours of live performances.
Whether you’re a crowd of 5 or 15,000 Bonnie Hurunui will make it a show to remember.
Who Is Your Hero?
“I’d have to say, my mum…. Oh and Mariah Carey”
What three items would you need to survive on a deserted island?
“Mandy… to fish for me, Dean… to hunt and build things for me, and sunscreen so I don't burn.”
What did you want to be when you were Younger?
“A Jedi. I wanted to be a Jedi, I’m not a violent person though so I didn't want it to hurt people, I just wanted to look cool fighting. I wanted a wicked lightsaber and I wanted to look cool fighting with it, but also I didn't want to hurt anyone.”
Nathan Boston
Nate Dog
With his sweet endearing personality, lead guitarist Nathan Boston is all charm off stage and champion on stage. Don’t be fooled by his cheeky grin, Nathan’s prowess with a fret board is brought to melodic life as soon as he steps on stage.
Weaving catchy riffs and flawless flourishes throughout each song, Nathan lifts audiences with this chords and melodies.
Drawing on a diverse musical history of a classical guitar diploma, years playing and creating with singer/songwriters looking for musicians to add to the creative process, and throwing himself into every musical situation possible, he has built a sound and style that is entirely his own that conjures fire in his passionate playing.
Who Is Your Hero?
“My Parents… Legends”
What three items would you need to survive on a deserted island?
“A crate of tequila, the Rock and Kevin Hart. Seriously, with that line up boredom is not a problem and it’s going to be non stop hysterics and entertainment. If we go down… we’re going down laughing.”
What did you want to be when you were Younger?
“A cactus and succulent expert. Seriously, I shouldn't admit this but I collected over 350 of them, was a part of a local club and had monthly meets. Clearly I was destined for rockstar status from a young age.”
Go to Karaoke song?
“I’ve never sung Karaoke but I feel like Whitney Huston's 'I Will Always love You’ calls to me. I reckon there's a world changing trio performance coming when i sing this with the Rock and Kevin Hart after a tequila or five.”
Dean tinning
The Viking
The dancing doesn’t stop until Dean stops playing.
Driving the heartbeat of the band is Dean (the Viking) Tinning. Dean masterfully composes the groove based beats that make you want to move your feet.
With years of professional experience under his belt, he has percussion in his blood which is heard every time he lays down a beat.
With his impressive height (6’4”), beautifully manicured beard, and magnetic personality, you can’t help but get lost in the rhythm.
The dancing doesn’t stop till Dean stops playing.
Who Is Your Hero?
“Luke Skywalker”
What three items would you need to survive on a deserted island?
“Toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash.”
What did you want to be when you were younger?
“I wanted to be a fighter jet pilot like Tom Cruise…. Or Luke Skywalker”
Go to Karaoke song?
“Quando, Quando, Quando - Engelbert Humperdinck”