Introducing “The Refugees” The Tom Petty Tribute Show
The Refugees are New Zealand’s own Tom Petty Tribute Show, covering all the Iconic Hits from Petty’s highly successful solo career, and with his band “The Heartbreakers”
Petty recorded a number of hit singles with the Heartbreakers and as a solo artist. His hit singles with the Heartbreakers include "Don't Do Me Like That", "Refugee", "The Waiting", "Don't Come Around Here No More", "American Girl", "Learning to Fly". Petty's hit singles as a solo act include "I Won't Back Down", "Free Fallin" and "You Don't Know How It Feels".
In his career, he sold more than 80 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
Petty and the Heartbreakers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.
This popular act is currently touring the country, and comprises some of New Zealand’s Top and experienced Musicians
Band Members:
Jesse Wilde Lead Vocals and Guitar
Steve Tree Drums
Rick Poole Lead Guitar and Vocals
Steve Sussex | Keyboards / Hammond Organ / BV’s
Paul Martinovich Bass and Vocals
Tickets $25 available from Eventfinda or the venue ph 07 866 4647