Media Release Monday 20th September

a day on the green is back and better than ever in 2011 with this very special concert announcement – the sensational with support from kiwi stars and promising newcomer Seth Haapu!

Crowded House is New Zealand’s most famous band whose reputation is renowned around the world. Crowded House will embark on a 3 date winery tour this February, including our newest a day on the green venue Church Road in Napier. The band will be on stage for two hours delivering the energetic, charismatic and hit-filled shows they are famous for.

Founded on the highly-gifted songwriting talents of , Crowded House have an epic back catalogue including such incredible songs as '', '', 'Don't Dream It's Over', '' and 'Locked Out', and ‘Crowded House’, ‘’ and ‘’.

Back to their best following their 2007 reunion and the critically acclaimed platinum-selling ‘’, the band released their sixth studio album ‘’ in June, heading straight to the top of the charts.

“Neil Finn’s Crowded House deliver another. It’s one that, like the last, proves the band isn’t just going through the motions in this extended chapter of a career.” (4 out of 5) Russell Baillie – NZ Herald

“The second act of Crowded House just got a whole lot more interesting.” (4 out of 5) Graham Reid – Elsewhere.co.nz

Joining founding members Neil Finn and are drummer Matt Sherrod and U.S. based keyboard player . Returning from an extensive North American tour, this is the chance to see one of our most-loved bands, giving it their all around the country in February.

Supergroove has long been an institution in the kiwi rock scene. Its 7 members have played together since the early age of 13 and the band’s synergy is so apparent on stage that each performance outshines the previous. Interesting Supergroove actually reformed at the same time as Crowded House and played with them around the nation on the “Time On Earth” tour in 2007.

Supergroove are celebrated nationwide for their eclectic, high energy live shows and the radio hits that you simply cannot get out of your head – ‘Can’t Get Enough’, ‘Scorpio Girls’, ‘You Gotta Know’, ‘Sitting Inside My Head’ and countless more.

The all original Supergroove line up will perform alongside Crowded House at a day on the green in February 2011.

Seth Haapu grew up in Wanganui in a very musical household. He formed his first band at age six with two siblings and has since been writing and recording his own material. He’s trained in classical piano and taught himself to play while he was in high school.

His debut album recorded and self produced at is set for release through Sony Music in early 2011 and integrates a collection of songs that Seth has written since the age of 21. Seth will perform with his full band at a day on the green showcasing to the audience his truly natural and shining talent. a day on the green brings you the best line up yet with Crowded House, Supergroove and Seth Haapu. Tickets go on sale Monday 27th September from Ticketmaster.

EVENT INFORMATION: a day on the green is a fully licensed event. Strictly no BYO alcohol. Food will be available for purchase on site or BYO picnic. Picnic rugs & deck chairs are recommended. For full event information go to www.adayonthegreen.co.nz

TICKET INFORMATION:

ALANA ESTATE WINERY – SATURDAY 19th FEBRUARY 2011 General Admission: $98.20 Silver Reserved Seating: $137.50 Gold Reserved Seating: $158.00

For ticket & transport packages or transport only please call Tranzit Coachlines on 06 377 1227 or go to www.tranzit.co.nz or email [email protected] For accommodation enquiries: www.wairarapanz.com

CHURCH ROAD – SATURDAY 26th FEBRUARY 2011 General Admission: $98.20 Silver Reserved Seating: $137.50 Gold Reserved Seating: $158.00

For Concert and Dining Packages call Brent Pilcher at Church Road on 06 844 2053

For bus transport please call Nimons and Sons Ltd on 06 877 8133 For accommodation please go to www.hawkesbaynz.co.nz

VILLA MARIA ESTATE WINERY – SUNDAY 27th FEBRUARY

2011 General Admission: $98.20 Silver Reserved Seating: $137.50 Gold Reserved Seating: $158.00

For ticket & transport packages or bus transport only go to www.ticketmaster.co.nz or call on 0800 111 999 For accommodation enquiries: www.aucklandnz.com

TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY SEPTEMBER 27

From Ticketmaster.co.nz 0800 999 111 and Alana Estate Cellar Door

For Media Information: Maria Robinson – MG Promotions [email protected] (09) 377 4454

www.adayonthegreen.co.nz www.crowdedhouse.com www.myspace.com/supergoovenz www.myspace.com/sethhaapu