The home of New Zealand's premier ska band, The Offbeats. Playing two-tone ska classics and originals since 1994, The Offbeats play export quality ska and are one of NZ's most established ska bands. The Offbeats are in their element when they're onstage, playing music and having a great party, which you're always welcome to join!
Latest Offbeats News
1st September 2010 at 18:27:40
Show Announced!
Added by Mike
Venue: Bodega, Wellington, NZ
When: 24th September 2010
The Offbeats and the Managers - two legends of NZ ska on the same stage for $10! Newbies Skaper are opening too.
Facebook event info
14th July 2010 at 19:13:37
Show Announced!
Added by Mike
Venue: Medusa, Wellington
When: 20th August 2010
Supporting HORACE PINKER (Chi-Town, USA) - with THE OUTSIDERS and BLACK LICK
Check out the Facebook event page for more info.
3rd June 2010 at 17:14:40
New Photos Added - Gig posters
Added by Mike
Upcoming show posters
29th May 2010 at 14:16:39
Come see the Offbeats support The Vibrators
Added by Mike
The Offbeats are supporting UK punk legends The Vibrators at Bodega in Wellington on June 11th. Should be an awesome show! Get your tickets from Under the Radar here.
Ska News
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