Reb Fountain Joins 'Come Together' For Live Rust Tour
Reb Fountain, one of New Zealand's most captivating and genre-defying musicians, will join the highly anticipated Come Together: Live Rust tour next month. This collaboration brings together the raw energy of Neil Young's iconic Live Rust album with Reb's haunting and magnetic sound.
Reb joins an elite group of New Zealand's finest artists, including Milan Borich, Sam Scott, Jol Mulholland, Brett Adams, Matthias Jordan, Mike Hall, Alistair Deverick, Finn Scholes & more to recreate, track by track, one of the biggest selling albums ever in three epic concerts in Christchurch, Wellington & Auckland.
Upon its release in 1979, Live Rust reached the pinnacle of the New Zealand album charts, securing the #1 position. Remarkably, it maintained this top spot for an impressive 50 weeks, highlighting its enduring popularity among Kiwi audiences. This extended chart presence is a testament to the album's resonance and the strong connection between Neil Young and New Zealand listeners.
In recognition of its commercial success, Live Rust was certified 3× Platinum in New Zealand, signifying sales of over 45,000 units. This achievement places it among the most successful international releases in the country during that era.
Live Rust stands as a significant cultural touchstone in New Zealand, reflecting both the country's deep admiration for Neil Young and the album's lasting influence on its musical landscape.
The tour will feature three epic concerts and a juggernaut of New Zealand's finest artists, in Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland next month.
Fountain's new album, How Love Bends, released on 7 March 2025, continues her reign as one of Aotearoa's most captivating and genre-defying musicians. Produced by Dave Khan and Simon Gooding, the album showcases Fountain's poetic depth and signature sound. Alongside her longtime band members Dave Khan (guitar/keys), Karin Canzek (bass), and Earl Robertson (drums), they've crafted an album that dives into the transformative nature of love in all its forms—its tenderness, its power, its chaos.
The Come Together: Live Rust tour is a celebration of Neil Young's legendary album, bringing together a lineup of talented artists to reinterpret and perform the classic songs. Fountain's inclusion in this tour adds a unique and contemporary twist to the lineup, blending her ethereal style with the timeless rock anthems of Young.
Fans can expect a mesmerizing fusion of sounds as Fountain and the ensemble bring new life to Live Rust, infusing it with her distinctive voice and emotive presence. The tour promises to be a memorable experience for both long-time Neil Young enthusiasts and new listeners alike.
Tickets for Come Together: Live Rust tour are selling fast. Avoid disappointment and get to Ticketek and Ticketmaster today. This is a unique opportunity to witness the convergence of two musical worlds in a single, unforgettable evening.
Live Rust is the first in the COME TOGETHER series for 2025. Celebrating five years since the juggernaut hit the road with a powerhouse collective of the country's finest musicians, these shows have drawn thousands of fans and critical acclaim, cementing Come Together as a must-see event on the music calendar.
To mark our milestone 5th Anniversary, we're cranking it up to 11 with three colossal shows—three iconic albums—played live, loud, and in full.
EVERY ALBUM, EVERY TRACK – PLUS BONUS SETS!
Each of these legendary albums will be performed in its entirety—track by track, back to back—with an additional bonus set of deep cuts and classic hits. These aren't just concerts; they're immersive, once-in-a-lifetime experiences where some of the most talented musicians in the country pour everything they have into recreating these albums with absolute precision and passion. Every guitar riff, soaring vocal, thunderous drumbeat, and intricate keyboard melody is delivered with an attention to detail that honours the original recordings while injecting new energy into these classic songs. Whether it's the raw emotion of Neil Young, the atmospheric complexity of Pink Floyd, or the sheer power of Led Zeppelin, each show is a masterclass in musicianship, performed by artists who have spent their careers perfecting their craft. Expect extended solos, spontaneous moments of magic, and an electrifying synergy between the performers that makes every show unforgettable.
THE ULTIMATE LIVE BAND
This year's Come Together supergroup across the series includes: Jon Toogood, Jennie Skulander, Julia Deans, Seamus Johnson, Milan Borich, Dianne Swann, James Milne, Sam Scott, Luke Buda, Brett Adams, Matthias Jordan, Jol Mulholland (MD), Alistair Deverick, Mike Hall, Finn Scholes, Nick Atkinson, and more. This is not just a band; it's a dream team of Aotearoa's most accomplished musicians, bringing together decades of experience across an incredible range of styles. From the powerhouse vocals of Toogood, Skulander, and Deans to the blistering guitar work of Adams and Mulholland, the rhythmic precision of Deverick and Hall, and the effortless finesse of Jordan on keys, every member of this ensemble contributes something unique. They've played in some of New Zealand's most beloved bands, toured the world, and honed their skills on some of the biggest stages—now, they're coming together to deliver performances that will leave audiences in awe. Whether you're a lifelong fan of these albums or discovering them for the first time, this lineup ensures that every note will hit with maximum impact.
PINK FLOYD: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON
Thursday, August 21 - Opera House, Wellington
Friday, August 22 - Christchurch Town Hall
Saturday, August 23 - The Civic, Auckland
A sonic masterpiece. A cultural phenomenon. Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon isn't just an album—it's an experience. Blending the last days of psychedelia with the dawn of the electronic era, it remains one of the most important and best-selling records of all time. And we're bringing it to life, note for note along with a bonus set of other Pink Floyd masterpieces.
Lineup
Milan Borich, Luke Buda, Jol Mulholland, Brett Adams, Matthias Jordan, Mike Hall, Alistair Deverick, Finn Scholes & more.
LED ZEPPELIN II
Thursday, October 16 - Opera House, Wellington
Friday, October 17 - Christchurch Town Hall
Saturday, October 18 - Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Auckland
Prepare for a full-throttle rock and roll explosion. Led Zeppelin II is, hands down, one of the heaviest, hardest-hitting albums ever made. Our Come Together musicians LOVE performing Zeppelin, and this show is going to shake the foundations of every venue we hit.
Jennie Skulander, Julia Deans, Seamus Johnson, Milan Borich, Brett Adams, Matthias Jordan, Mike Hall, Alistair Deverick, Finn Scholes & more
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