About DangerBaby — Meet the Christchurch Covers Band | The Players

The Band

About DangerBaby

A high-energy Christchurch covers band with dual male & female lead vocals. Meet the players, then pick the lineup that fits your event — from an intimate acoustic duo to the full six-piece.

The Band

About DangerBaby

Dangerbaby are a high energy covers band, providing entertainment to suit any event, festival, wedding or corporate party — with FULL BAND 5-PIECE, DUO, TRIO and ACOUSTIC options. A quality powerhouse POP/ROCK Christchurch covers band with both male and female lead singers.

The Players

DuaneDANGER

Lead Vocals / Guitars

A local icon and total frontman, Duane has a vocal range second to none and is quick to adapt to any genre. His voice is slick, smooth and consistent, and delivers with power and volume. Whether it's a cool funk groove or a powerhouse rock number, this guy pulls out all the stops. Duane provides DangerBaby a masterful display of vocal theatrics and is a joy to listen to from start to finish.

HinewaiHINE

Lead Vocals

A multi-talented super girl on the microphone, this girl has energy to burn on stage. Hinewai sings it loud, soft and sexy, and one is never bored with her effortless voice. She has a versatile and dynamic onstage performance — a stunning Tina Turner-styled pop voice with soul and intimacy. Hinewai loves to rock!

Tracey Skibinski-JonesTJ

Lead Vocals

Our very own Canadian pocket rocket — full of entertainment jet fuel blasting to the stars! Tracey's voice is powerfully unique and soulful. After performing professionally in the US, Asia and the Middle East, she now makes NZ her home. We’re so lucky to have her as part of our team!

JohnJOHNNY

Guitars / Backing Vocals

A well-rounded player and one of the most experienced guitarists in town, John is renowned for his accuracy and guitar technique, with sounds and tone to emulate the real thing. A master of technology and sequence building, his playing comes with a strong stage presence and player confidence — with ability in every realm of style from blues to hard rock. John has a long history in bands such as Oyster and The New Entrants.

PeterBASSMAN

Bass (4-string, 6-string & upright)

A total magician on the 4- or 6-string bass axe. A qualified teacher of “everything music” and a gentle giant with a zest for life, Peter brings years of experience to DangerBaby and an encyclopedia of musical skill. Oh yes… he plays upright bass as well!

SamSLICK

Drums

Solid, smooth and slick — the new driving force behind the band. Recently returned to NZ from playing on the international circuit, Sam brings 30 years of experience and energy to the group. He plays rock, soul, blues and modern pop seamlessly, and with such a slick drumming style, his performance and character are a showcase.

One Band · Six Ways

Pick Your Lineup

From an intimate acoustic duo to the full six-piece show — we scale to your event, your space and your budget. Not sure which fits? Take the 20-second quiz.

Find your fit

Which Lineup Is Right For You?

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What kind of event is it?

Duane & John Acoustic Duo

Smooth Loop Pedal Vibes

John on the loop pedal building rich layers under Duane's smooth vocals. These aren't standard acoustic covers — we take mainstream songs (even the upbeat ones) and reimagine them as our own slowed-down, stripped-back renditions with a flavour all our own. The perfect dinner-music / background vibe for canapés, ceremonies and intimate settings.

Reimagined · Acoustic · Original

🎤Boyce Avenue–style acoustic renditions

Hine & John Acoustic Duo

Female Focused Soul

Similar to the boys but featuring Hine's stunning female vocals. Elegant and classy background atmosphere. This option brings a touch of glamour and warmth, ideal for champagne receptions or dining where the music needs to be present but not intrusive. We cover everything from Aretha Franklin to modern soul-pop ballads.

Soulful, Intimate, Classy

🎤Female Icons, Soul, Pop Ballads

Best-value wedding package

💍 Ceremony & Canapés Add-On

Booking the full band for your reception? Add Hine & John for the ceremony and canapés at a specially discounted package rate. A relaxed acoustic set under the shade while guests mingle — loop pedal, acoustic guitar and Hine's soft vocals — and we'll learn your special songs for walking down the aisle. The best-value way to have live music across your whole day.

DB3 Trio

The Core Powerhouse

The band's compact engine room. Incredible 3-way harmonies and thumping live guitars. This option offers full volume level control, making it incredibly versatile for venues with sound restrictions. Designed to fit into small spaces while still delivering a massive, high-energy performance.

Hine, John, Duane

🎤Full Party Setlist (Sequenced Backing)

DB4

The Hybrid

Stepping it up a notch. The Trio plus a live element of your choice to add that extra kick.

Hine, John, Duane + Drummer, Sax OR Bass

🎤Versatile & Punchy

Most Popular

DB5

The Full Experience

Our standard full live band configuration. High energy, full live rhythm section. The real deal.

Hine, John, Duane, Sam, Pete

🎤Guitar, Drums, Bass, 2 Lead Vocals

DB6

The Big Show

The ultimate Dangerbaby experience. Full band energy with the addition of smooth Saxophone.

Hine, John, Duane, Sam, Pete + Sax

🎤Full Band + Brass Texture