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Contemporary soul artist to play Bar Bamford

May 8th, 2025Contemporary soul artist to play Bar Bamford

With a foundation in blues and a globally influenced perspective, Oscar LaDell crafts emotionally rich songs that blend timeless traditions with modern themes.

Rising force in contemporary soul music Oscar LaDell is headed to Bar Bamford, Daylesford Hotel this month for a free evening gig.

With a foundation in blues and a globally influenced perspective, Oscar crafts emotionally rich songs that blend timeless traditions with modern themes.

From heartfelt storytelling to powerful arrangements, Oscar’s music is a testament to his deep connection with the craft, solidifying him as one of today’s most compelling new voices.

He is set to bring his talents to Bar Bamford on Saturday, May 17 from 8.30pm.

Oscar LaDell
Saturday 17 May | 8:30pm – 10:15pm
Bar Bamford – Daylesford Hotel

Oscar LaDell & the Earth Tones to play the Palais

September 12th, 2023Oscar LaDell & the Earth Tones to play the Palais

US-born blues and soul singer Oscar LaDell brings his band The Earth Tones for their first appearance at Palais-Hepburn later this month.

US-born blues and soul singer Oscar LaDell brings his band The Earth Tones for their first appearance at Palais-Hepburn later this month.

Drawing influence from the greats of 20th Century American Roots Music, LaDell and The Earth Tones play The Palais on Friday September 29 in what promises a night to remember, filled to the brim with grooves and ballads.

LaDell (pictured above) is a singer, songwriter and guitarist who brings a timeless vulnerability and passionate approach to his original blend of Soul, Blues & Roots. Hailing originally from Denver Colorado, LaDell grew up in Purakaunui in the South of Aotearoa.

Drawing from the moody and poignant scenes of his home, LaDell writes, plays and sings with incisiveness and depth. With his band The Earth Tones, Oscar’s live shows are incendiary sermons of soul, blending swaying grooves with dynamic storms of guitar and organ, all tied together by Oscar’s magnetic voice.

This month’s September 29 Palais gig gets going from 6.30pm.

Oscar LaDell: prepare to be moved

August 16th, 2023Oscar LaDell: prepare to be moved

US-born blues and soul singer Oscar LaDell brings his band The Earth Tones for their first appearance at Palais-Hepburn next month.

US-born blues and soul singer Oscar LaDell brings his band The Earth Tones for their first appearance at Palais-Hepburn next month.

Drawing influence from the greats of 20th Century American Roots Music, this will be a night to remember, filled to the brim with grooves and ballads.

The Palais gig happens Friday, September 29th and those who plan to be there are being prepare to dance, listen and be moved by Oscar LaDell and The Earth Tones!

Oscar LaDell is a singer, songwriter and guitarist who brings a timeless vulnerability and passionate approach to his original blend of Soul, Blues & Roots.

Hailing originally from Denver Colorado, LaDell grew up in Purakaunui in the South of Aotearoa. Drawing from the moody and poignant scenes of his home, LaDell writes, plays and sings with incisiveness and depth.

With his band The Earth Tones, Oscar’s live shows are incendiary sermons of soul, blending swaying grooves with dynamic storms of guitar and organ, all tied together by Oscar’s magnetic voice.

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