Midnight Special

Midnight Special is one of Wellington's most experienced and respected live covers bands, having performed more than 800 live shows throughout New Zealand over the past 20 years. From weddings and corporate events to festivals, clubs, pubs and private celebrations, Midnight Special has earned a reputation for delivering outstanding live entertainment that keeps audiences engaged from the first song to the last. The band features four highly accomplished musicians—Dean Polyanszky, Blair Ramsey, Liam Dollimore and Jason Reder—each bringing decades of professional performing experience. Collectively, the members have performed in acclaimed tribute acts including Whole Lotta Led (Led Zeppelin) and Black Knight (Deep Purple), as well as original New Zealand bands Old School Road and Sinner Man Saint. This depth of experience is evident in every performance, combining exceptional musicianship, powerful vocals and an infectious passion for entertaining audiences. Midnight Special delivers a polished, energetic show featuring classic rock, timeless pop and crowd-pleasing favourites spanning the 1960s through to today's biggest sing-along hits. Their extensive repertoire includes music from legendary artists such as The Beatles, Queen, Dragon, Billy Joel, The Doobie Brothers, INXS, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Eagles, David Bowie, Elton John, Bryan Adams, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC, ZZ Top, Dire Straits, Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, The Black Keys, Kings of Leon, The Killers and many more. Every performance is carefully tailored to suit the audience, ensuring packed dance floors and unforgettable memories. Professionalism is at the heart of everything the band does. Midnight Special is known for being reliable, punctual and easy to work with, giving event organisers complete confidence that every event will run smoothly. The band provides professional sound and lighting where required and works closely with clients to tailor every performance to suit the style, schedule and atmosphere of the occasion. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate function, awards dinner, conference, festival, birthday celebration, Christmas party, community event or private function, Midnight Special has the experience, versatility and professionalism to make your event a success. With more than 800 successful performances and two decades of entertaining audiences across New Zealand, the band continues to be a trusted choice for premium live entertainment. From laid-back background music during dinner through to a high-energy dance floor packed with classic anthems, Midnight Special knows how to read a room and create the perfect atmosphere for every occasion. Available for weddings, corporate functions, conferences, awards dinners, festivals, Christmas parties, birthdays, pubs, clubs and private events throughout New Zealand. Professional. Experienced. Entertaining. Midnight Special – Classic Rock Done Right.