Surfing USSR

Surfing USSR: James Bond on mescaline, Surf versions of Eastern Europe folk and anything else they feel like dealing to.

Comprising the talents of Greg Malcolm on guitar, Marc Howe on bass and Joe McCallum on drums, Surfing USSR draw upon a diverse range of musical genres in their interpretation of Eastern European Melodies.

Their versions stylistically range from Exotica to bad trip psychedelic freak-outs.

Surfing USSR’s authenticity was recently questioned after a media leak revealed that only one band member really surfs however their popularity has not been affected.

Their debut CD ‘Surferdelic’ features many of the songs that made them famous after modifying their show based on the many suggestions received in their suggestion box throughout their tumultuous career.

THE BAND

Greg Malcolm, a distinguished experimental guitarist from Christchurch, New Zealand, is celebrated for his innovative approach to the instrument. His 2021 album, Just Like Jim, showcases his unique style, blending traditional rembetika and klezmer influences with avant-garde techniques.

Drummer Joe McCallum A gregarious and energetic musician equally at home playing improvised music as alt-Country AND Western music.

Marc Howe A fantatic bass player with a lovely “feel”. One of the orginal members and has played with Surfing USSR for over 25 years.

03 SESSIONS // Original and improvised music from Ōtautahi and beyond.

$20 – Early Bird & 03 Members / Students with I.D.

$25 – Presale General Admission

$30 – Door Sales

Presale via Humanitix or cash/EFTPOS on the door

03 Memberships are available at ko-fi.com/03sessions