TUSSOCK COUNTRY LATE NIGHT
Get ready to get rowdy Gore, Tussock Country is bringing a night of rocking country, turned up loud.
Some of the south's finest will be performing their footstomping originals plus all the classic and current chart covers you know and love, so gather your mates for a rollicking night to remember.
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2026's line up: Keily Smith, Southern Rust & Jaydin Shingleton
When: 8pm - 1am, Saturday 23 May
Where: Croydon Lodge, Waimea Highway, Gore
Cost:
Early bird $45 + booking fee
General Admission $55 + booking fee
Reserved Table Seating $69 + booking fee
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Full licensed bar and snacks available. R18.​
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TUSSOCK COUNTRY LATE NIGHT - 2026 LINE UP
KEILY SMITH
Keily Smith is the current Senior Overall Gold Guitar and SCMA Overall winner, a powerhouse country rock vocalist and songwriter known for her raw energy and big-hearted performances. In just 3.5 years, Keily has gone from dreamer to one of New Zealand’s rising country stars, captivating crowds with her authentic voice and passion for connection. Whether on stage or in her community, Keily brings the same spirit - heartfelt, dynamic, and impossible to ignore.
SOUTHERN RUST
Southern Rust is a contemporary North Otago Country Rock covers band featuring music by Teddy Swims, Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs and many more of the current country rock artists sweeping the country and pop charts. With soaring melodies and high energy performances the band creates musical moments that are relevant and now.
JAYDIN SHINGLETON
Jaydin Shingleton is a rising country artist based on the Gold Coast, known for his soulful voice, raw authenticity, and heartfelt songwriting. He made history in 2019 by sweeping three major country music awards throughout New Zealand and later turned all four chairs on The Voice Australia with “Tennessee Whiskey,” leading to a historic all-coach save. Blending modern country with rock and blues, Jaydin’s music is shaped by family, resilience, and home. His latest single Home is his most personal yet, resonating with anyone chasing dreams while staying grounded in where they come from.