The Nukes reunite with original cast member Snapper for their only concert in Auckland for 2024, at New Lynn's boutique hotspot 'Workshop 3132'.

Catch the original 3 with JayP before they head to Australia to wow audiences at the 'Central Coast Ukulele Festival' in Australia.

Way back in 2008, three fully grown men banded together and embarked on a perilous musical journey with no particular destination.
Their mission? To write and perform original music using only the humble ukulele.
Thus, The Nukes were born and quickly they grew into a bonny wee thing, gaining a reputation across Australasia for boisterous live shows and impressive original material.
Riddled with optimism and fuelled by beer and bonhomie, David ‘Fingers of fire’ Parker, Ben ‘Country boy’ Collier and Dave ‘Snapper’ Thiele set the burgeoning parochial ukulele/folk scene on fire for a full, glorious decade.
And then..
Rumours swirled, accusations were levelled... Was Snapper doing a solo album? How many wives did Ben actually have? And was David really involved in the Church of constant sorrow?
Unfortunately nothing quite so scandalous had occurred, basically Snapper got tired and wanted to lie down for a bit.
So he did.
The Nukes trotted on, first with percussionist and beguiling vocalist Mike Burrows, then (and still) with flexible young Parker prodigy Jay P. But the question has always lingered, like a dog outside a butcher’s shop.. would the original three ever reunite?
Yes. The answer is yes.
You can catch them for one special night as they re-unite for a concert at New Lynn's little boutique hotspot 'Workshop 3132'

A knockout ukulele ‘Double Feature’

Visiting Australian performer ‘Tyrone' teams up with West Auckland ukulele troubadours ‘The Nukes' to present an International ukulele concert brimming with antipodean humour , death-defying musicianship and up-lifting songs.

Tyrone one half of award-winning ‘Tyrone and Lesley’ is a ukulele maestro who’s in demand in every place from the Sydney Opera House to festivals all over the world. The albums ‘Optimism’ and ‘Have No Words’ were named Ukulele Recordings of the Year, and recent release ‘String’ was called “a stunning collection of songs full of wit, mystery, intrigue and joy: Uke Magazine (UK)

The Nukes have been faithfully broadcasting harmony and happiness to the good people of Australasia for over 15years. Innovative, inspiring and entertaining, The Nukes have knocked the socks off audiences from Canterbury to Canberra (and most places in between).

They’ve played: WOMAD NZ ,Auckland and Canterbury Folk Festivals Wanaka Festival Of Colour, Southland Festival Of Arts , Bluff Oyster Festival, Arts On Tour, and many, many more in NZ and Australia.

Come and see a show featuring two of the best Ukulele artists Down under can offer.

“ ‘Original’ inventive and entertaining….”

— DREW JAMES, TARANAKI ARTS FESTIVAL.

“ uplifting, fun and feel-good.”

— AMANDA WRIGHT, ERUPT FESTIVAL.

Wednesday June 12th - Workshop 3132 , New Lynn, Auckland

Thursday June 13th - Regent Theatre, Te Awamutu

Friday June 14th - Jam Factory, Tauranga

A knockout ukulele ‘Double Feature’

Visiting Australian performer ‘Tyrone' teams up with West Auckland ukulele troubadours ‘The Nukes' to present an International ukulele concert brimming with antipodean humour , death-defying musicianship and up-lifting songs.

Tyrone one half of award-winning ‘Tyrone and Lesley’ is a ukulele maestro who’s in demand in every place from the Sydney Opera House to festivals all over the world. The albums ‘Optimism’ and ‘Have No Words’ were named Ukulele Recordings of the Year, and recent release ‘String’ was called “a stunning collection of songs full of wit, mystery, intrigue and joy: Uke Magazine (UK)

The Nukes have been faithfully broadcasting harmony and happiness to the good people of Australasia for over 15years. Innovative, inspiring and entertaining, The Nukes have knocked the socks off audiences from Canterbury to Canberra (and most places in between).

They’ve played: WOMAD NZ ,Auckland and Canterbury Folk Festivals Wanaka Festival Of Colour, Southland Festival Of Arts , Bluff Oyster Festival, Arts On Tour, and many, many more in NZ and Australia.

Come and see a show featuring two of the best Ukulele artists Down under can offer.

“ ‘Original’ inventive and entertaining….”

— DREW JAMES, TARANAKI ARTS FESTIVAL.

“ uplifting, fun and feel-good.”

— AMANDA WRIGHT, ERUPT FESTIVAL.

Wednesday June 12th - Workshop 3132 , New Lynn, Auckland

Thursday June 13th - Regent Theatre, Te Awamutu

Friday June 14th - Jam Factory, Tauranga

A knockout ukulele ‘Double Feature’

Visiting Australian performer ‘Tyrone' teams up with West Auckland ukulele troubadours ‘The Nukes' to present an International ukulele concert brimming with antipodean humour , death-defying musicianship and up-lifting songs.

Tyrone one half of award-winning ‘Tyrone and Lesley’ is a ukulele maestro who’s in demand in every place from the Sydney Opera House to festivals all over the world. The albums ‘Optimism’ and ‘Have No Words’ were named Ukulele Recordings of the Year, and recent release ‘String’ was called “a stunning collection of songs full of wit, mystery, intrigue and joy: Uke Magazine (UK)

The Nukes have been faithfully broadcasting harmony and happiness to the good people of Australasia for over 15years. Innovative, inspiring and entertaining, The Nukes have knocked the socks off audiences from Canterbury to Canberra (and most places in between).

They’ve played: WOMAD NZ , Auckland and Canterbury Folk Festivals Wanaka Festival Of Colour, Southland Festival Of Arts , Bluff Oyster Festival, Arts On Tour, and many, many more in NZ and Australia.

Come and see a show featuring two of the best Ukulele artists Down under can offer.

“ ‘Original’ inventive and entertaining….”

— DREW JAMES, TARANAKI ARTS FESTIVAL.

“ uplifting, fun and feel-good.”

— AMANDA WRIGHT, ERUPT FESTIVAL.

Wednesday June 12th - The Workshop 3132 Auckland

Thursday June 13th - Regent Theatre, Te Awamutu

Friday June 14th - Jam Factory, Tauranga

Way back yonder in 2008 three fully grown men banded together and embarked upon a perilous musical journey with no particular destination.

Their mission? To write and perform original music using only the humble ukulele.

Thus, The Nukes were born and quickly they grew into a bonny wee thing, gaining a reputation across Australasia for boisterous live shows and impressive original material.

Riddled with optimism and fuelled by beer and bonhomie, David ‘Fingers of fire’ Parker, Ben ‘Country boy’ Collier and Dave ‘Snapper’ Thiele set the burgeoning parochial ukulele/folk scene on fire for a full, glorious decade.

And then..

Rumours swirled, accusations were levelled..

Was Snapper doing a solo album? How many wives did Ben actually have? And was David really involved in the Church of constant sorrow?

Unfortunately nothing quite so scandalous had occurred, basically Snapper got tired and wanted to lie down for a bit.

So he did.

The Nukes trotted on, first with curious percussionist Mike Burrows, then (and still) with flexible young Parker prodigy Jay P.

But the question has always lingered, like a dog outside a butcher’s shop.. would the original three ever reunite?

Yes. The answer is yes.

You can catch them once more as they re-unite for a concert at The Refinery, Paeroa on Saturday May 11th

Book a table through the cafe at 07 866 0307

The Nukes Reunion Concert - Eggsentric

Way back yonder in 2008 three fully grown men banded together and embarked upon a perilous musical journey with no particular destination.

Their mission? To write and perform original music using only the humble ukulele.

Thus, The Nukes were born and quickly they grew into a bonny wee thing, gaining a reputation across Australasia for boisterous live shows and impressive original material.

Riddled with optimism and fuelled by beer and bonhomie, David ‘Fingers of fire’ Parker, Ben ‘Country boy’ Collier and Dave ‘Snapper’ Thiele set the burgeoning parochial ukulele/folk scene on fire for a full, glorious decade.

And then..

Rumours swirled, accusations were levelled..

Was Snapper doing a solo album? How many wives did Ben actually have? And was David really involved in the Church of constant sorrow?

Unfortunately nothing quite so scandalous had occurred, basically Snapper got tired and wanted to lie down for a bit.

So he did.

The Nukes trotted on, first with curious percussionist Mike Burrows, then (and still) with flexible young Parker prodigy Jay P.

But the question has always lingered, like a dog outside a butcher’s shop.. would the original three ever reunite?

Yes. The answer is yes.

You can catch them once more as they re-unite for a concert at the Eggsentric cafe, Flaxmill Bay on Friday May 10th

Book a table through the cafe at 07 866 0307

Take a global musical journey from India fusion, American Folk and Country to the sounds of Aotearoa. 

The Sargam school of music present an afternoon of musical delights with the breathtaking global sounds of ‘Shades of Shakti’ , the Americana of famed ukulele trio ‘The Nukes’ and introducing, singing the songs of Aotearoa, ‘Papa Ra’.

Each act will play an individual bracket of music but expect fluid collaborations between this dynamic group of artists, experts in their own fields.

If you like your music acoustic and you’re interested in an engaging collection of musical sounds, this concert is a must for you. Like a mini WOMAD, Suitable for young and old

Aotearoa’s original, award-winning ukulele trio bring their mix of humour, musicality and fun. Innovative, inspiring and entertaining, The Nukes have knocked the socks off audiences from Rakiura to Canberra (and most places in between about Australasia).

Now with the addition of Dave’s son Josh to the band The Nukes have added crystal clear high harmony and multi-instrumental skills. This revitalised combination brings exciting new musical possibilities as well as the enhancement of the original Nukes classics, with the harmony and humour that have always made The Nukes crowd favourites.

Full concert show 7.30 to 9.45 pm tickets with Eventfinda or in person at Impact Photographics in Tokoroa.

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.

Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.

This workshop is tailored to pre-teen primary aged children (5yrs+) of any level, come along and learn a song or two in a fun, engaging and inspiring session.

If you don’t know how to play the ukulele you can start learning today or be one of our singers, percussionists, or dancers!

You can then look to perform with the Nukes at the Big Family Kids show that follows after the workshop.

This FREE Workshop has limited numbers so bookings are Impact Photographics Tokoroa.

It’s ukulele folks, but not as we know it. Original, inventive, and very kiwi. This interactive, hands-on, informative, entertaining, and highly engaging show is for pre-teens and those young at heart.
Expect family-friendly entertainment with The Nukes trademark humour, as well as top-flight musicianship, 3-part harmony and great songs. Much participation for all.

Big Family Children's Show 3.30 to 4.30 pm tickets with Eventfinda or in person at Impact Photographics Tokoroa.

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.

Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.

This fun, inclusive and engaging workshop will focus on writing and arranging music for a ukulele group – strong lyrical themes, using contrasting styles, alternative chord shapes, strum patterns and harmonies.

Participants will be taking away with them workshop resources to help them apply their new knowledge to their playing.

All ages and levels catered for , then look to perform with the Nukes at the evening concert that follows which kicks off after the workshop - combo ticket prices available.

Workshop has ltd numbers so bookings are essential 6 -7 pm online or in person at the Globe Theatre Palmerston North ph 06 3514409- thanks to the support of Creative Communities Palmerston North .

Aotearoa’s original, award-winning ukulele trio bring their mix of humour, musicality and fun.

Innovative, inspiring and entertaining, The Nukes have knocked the socks off audiences from Rakiura to Canberra (and most places in between about Australasia).

Now with the addition of Dave’s son Josh to the band The Nukes have added crystal clear high harmony and multi-instrumental skills. This revitalised combination brings exciting new musical possibilities as well as the enhancement of the original Nukes classics, with the harmony and humour that have always made The Nukes crowd favourites.

Full concert show 7.30 to 9.45 pm tickets at the Globe Theatre Palmerston North ph 06 3514409

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.

Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.

This workshop is tailored to pre-teen primary aged children (5yrs+) of any level, come along and learn a song or two in a fun, engaging and inspiring session.

If you don’t know how to play the ukulele you can start learning today or be one of our singers, percussionists, or dancers!

You can then look to perform with the Nukes at the Big Family Kids show that follows after the workshop - tickets for the show below
2-3 pm  online or in person at the Globe Theatre Palmerston North  ph 06 3514409- thanks to the support of Creative Communities Palmerston North .

It’s ukulele folks, but not as we know it. Original, inventive, and very kiwi. This interactive, hands-on, informative, entertaining, and highly engaging show is for pre-teens and those young at heart.
Expect family-friendly entertainment with The Nukes trademark humour, as well as top-flight musicianship, 3-part harmony and great songs. Much particpation for all.

Big Family Children's Show 3.30 to 4.30 pm tickets at the Globe Theatre Palmerston North  ph 06 3514409

It’s music, but not as you know it. Join ‘The Nukes’ for this highly entertaining and interactive musical bonanza – combining workshops and shows.

After learning some basic skills, the workshop participants then become part of the band, performing with The Nukes in a fun entertaining show. The workshops are for kids of any level of playing ability that combine a mix of ukulele, percussion, dancing and singing.

Ukulele workshops are for tamariki 7-12 years. Ukes and musical instruments supplied, but you can BYO.

There is a limit of 50 participants, booking is essential.

Free Workshop (kids 7 to 12 years old only): 10.30am – 11.30am

Shows: Join ‘The Nukes’ to enjoy a show combining humour, fantastic songwriting, great musicianship, and singing. Kids from the workshop get to be part of the show. Shows are for tamariki of all ages and their whānau.

Show #1: 11.30am – 12.30pm
Show #2: 1.15pm – 2.15pm

Shows are for tamariki of all ages and their whānau.

The Nukes
Aotearoa New Zealand’s most beloved and enduring ‘original ukulele trio’ have been wowing audiences up and down Aotearoa and Australia for over a decade.

They have performed at events as diverse as Arts and Folk festivals to WOMAD as well as inspiring thousands of school kids throughout the country. The Nukes recently won the best NZ On Air Best Children's Music Video award.

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.

Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.

This workshop is tailored to pre-teen primary aged children (5yrs+) of any level, come along and learn a song or two in a fun, engaging and inspiring session.

If you don’t know how to play the ukulele you can start learning today or be one of our singers, percussionists, or dancers!

You can then look to perform with the Nukes at the Big Family Kids show that follows after the workshop - tickets for the show below

This  Workshop has limited numbers so bookings are essential 1-2  pm here online with Eventfinda or in person at Paekakariki Fruit Supply for $10 cash only. 

It’s ukulele folks, but not as we know it. Original, inventive, and very kiwi. This interactive, hands-on, informative, entertaining, and highly engaging show is for pre-teens and those young at heart.
Expect family-friendly entertainment with The Nukes trademark humour, as well as top-flight musicianship, 3-part harmony and great songs. Much participation for all.

Big Family Children's Show 2.30 - 3.30 pm tickets with Eventfinda or in person at Paekakariki Fruit Supply  $10 cash only 

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.

Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.

This workshop is tailored to pre-teen primary aged children (5yrs+) of any level, come along and learn a song or two in a fun, engaging and inspiring session.

If you don’t know how to play the ukulele you can start learning today or be one of our singers, percussionists, or dancers!

You can then look to perform with the Nukes at the Big Family Kids show that follows after the workshop - tickets for the show below

This FREE Workshop has limited numbers so bookings are essential Workshop has ltd numbers so bookings are essential 10-11 am  here online with Eventfinda or in person at the Ruapehu District Library in Taumarunui ph 078957538 with support from Ruapehu Creative Communities 

It’s ukulele folks, but not as we know it. Original, inventive, and very kiwi. This interactive, hands-on, informative, entertaining, and highly engaging show is for pre-teens and those young at heart.
Expect family-friendly entertainment with The Nukes trademark humour, as well as top-flight musicianship, 3-part harmony and great songs. Much particpation for all.

Big Family Children's Show 11.30 am  tickets with Eventfinda  or in person at the Ruapehu District Library in Taumarunui ph 078957538

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.

Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.

This fun, inclusive and engaging workshop will focus on writing and arranging music for a ukulele group – strong lyrical themes, using contrasting styles, alternative chord shapes, strum patterns and harmonies.

Participants will be taking away with them workshop resources to help them apply their new knowledge to their playing.

All ages and levels catered for , then look to perform with the Nukes at the evening concert that follows which kicks off after the workshop - combo ticket prices available.

Workshop has ltd numbers so bookings are essential 3-4 pm here online with Eventfinda or in person at the Ruapehu District Library ph 078957538

Aotearoa’s original, award-winning ukulele trio bring their mix of humour, musicality and fun.
Innovative, inspiring and entertaining, The Nukes have knocked the socks off audiences from Rakiura to Canberra (and most places in between about Australasia).

Now with the addition of Dave’s son Josh to the band The Nukes have added crystal clear high harmony and multi-instrumental skills. This revitalised combination brings exciting new musical possibilities as well as the enhancement of the original Nukes classics, with the harmony and humour that have always made The Nukes crowd favourites.

Full concert show 4.30 pm tickets with Eventfinda or in person at the Ruapehu District Library ph 078957538

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.

Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.

This fun, inclusive and engaging workshop will focus on writing and arranging music for a ukulele group – strong lyrical themes, using contrasting styles, alternative chord shapes, strum patterns and harmonies.

Participants will be taking away with them workshop resources to help them apply their new knowledge to their playing.

All ages and levels catered for , then look to perform with the Nukes at the evening concert that follows which kicks off after the workshop - combo ticket prices available.

Workshop has ltd numbers so bookings are essential 6 -7 pm here online with Eventfinda or in person at the Franklin Arts Centre in Pukekohe

Aotearoa’s original, award-winning ukulele trio bring their mix of humour, musicality and fun.
Innovative, inspiring and entertaining, The Nukes have knocked the socks off audiences from Rakiura to Canberra (and most places in between about Australasia).

Now with the addition of Dave’s son Josh to the band The Nukes have added crystal clear high harmony and multi-instrumental skills. This revitalised combination brings exciting new musical possibilities as well as the enhancement of the original Nukes classics, with the harmony and humour that have always made The Nukes crowd favourites.

Full concert show 7.30 to 9.45 pm tickets with Eventfinda or in person at the Franklin Arts Centre in Pukekohe.

There’s something for everyone in this blisteringly good new Nukes ukulele workshop.
Proud of their quirky original songs - all written for the ukulele, the Nukes’ workshops are always engaging and fun.
This workshop is tailored to pre-teen primary aged children (5yrs+) of any level, come along and learn a song or two in a fun, engaging and inspiring session.
If you don’t know how to play ukulele you can start learning today or be one of our singers, percussionists, or dancers!
You can then look to perform with the Nukes at the Big Family Kids show that follows after the workshop - tickets for the show below

This FREE Workshop has ltd numbers so bookings are essential 1.30-2.30 pm here online with Eventfinda or in person at the Franklin Arts Centre in Pukekohe- thanks to the support of Creative Communities Auckland.

It’s ukulele folks, but not as we know it. Original, inventive, and very kiwi. This interactive, hands-on, informative, entertaining, and highly engaging show is for pre-teens and those young at heart.
Expect family-friendly entertainment with The Nukes trademark humour, as well as top-flight musicianship, 3-part harmony and great songs. Much particpation for all .

Big Family children's Show 3.00 to 4.00 pm tickets with Eventfinda or in person at the Franklin Arts Centre in Pukekohe