The Buskers are an Auckland based function band, led by musician Danny McCrum.  Danny has extensive experience as a band leader, original artist and session musician. Learn more about him here

The Buskers perform an energetic covers show, full of danceable, singalong songs, delivered with top musicianship and a professional service. Their well oiled, action-packed set, has been developed and refined over many years of performing around the country.

The Busker's sound is a mix of funk, soul, rock and pop and their set covers a wide range of music, including songs by Stevie Wonder, Daft Punk, Bruno Mars, George Michael, Prince, The Black Keys, James Brown, Kings of Leon, Amy Winehouse, Phil Collins, Tears For Fears, Simple Minds, The Police, REM, Dragon, Ceelo Green, Queen, The Killers, David Bowie, The Dandy Warhols, Weezer, Pearl Jam, Split Enz, The Beatles, Earth Wind & Fire, Bob Marley and more.

The Buskers also offer a quieter instrumental set, perfect for corporate functions and cocktail parties.

The Buskers look forward to delivering a fun and memorable performance at your next event!

The Buskers played at our wedding and were absolutely brilliant. Our dance floor was packed the entire night with a fantastic atmosphere. Their song line up was spectacular, everyone from our 'older' uncles to the younger teens were up singing and dancing. Danny and The Buskers were fabulous to work with and we would recommend them to anyone planning a function.

Becky & Tom

Wow, these guys are great!! I event managed a 190 pax event last week, Danny and his crew are brilliant, really easy to deal with, always on time, really flexible. Music is cool!! Would highly recommend the Buskers for your event!!

Tracy Felton - NZ Venture Investment Fund Ltd

I just wanted to say a massive thank you for the great entertainment on Saturday night. Everyone had a fantastic night, and that was mostly due to the great vibe you guys created with your music. We've had many friends comment that it was the best party they've been to for ages and that the band was "epic"!! We'll certainly be recommending you to anyone looking for a great band in the future. Thanks to you all for your friendly, professional manner and for making our celebration a great night to remember for all of us! 

Rachael



The Buskers were recommended to me by a friend who plays in a band himself. Danny was very professional and made a special trip to check out the venue well in advance. He even arranged for the stage to be set up and removed, which was a great help. Most of all, the quality of the music was excellent with lots of guests dancing until the end. I've had heaps of unsolicited comments from friends and family about how great the band was. They were all exceptionally professional and took great pride in their performance and really helped with the success of the party.

Steve Bonnici - Urgent Couriers

We had Danny playing at our corporate pre-match function before the All Blacks vs England test match. He was fantastic, created such a cool/smooth environment for our guests of 200. His professionalism and talented ability was highly visible and he was admired by all. He was extremely easy to work with and very adaptable though out the function. I would highly recommend him, we have already booked him in for our next function and can’t wait to hear him play again.

Brigitte Tyler - Essentially New Zealand

Many thanks for an excellent performance on Saturday evening, the quality and sound were superb. We've had many unsolicited compliments from guests regarding the band and your contribution was a major influence on making it an evening to remember for all our guests. Please pass on our thanks to all the band members and thanks for being so flexible!

David

We had the most epic night and we have had loads of comments from guests about how good you guys were. Your set list was fantastic and you certainly got everybody up on the dance floor. Big respect going out to the saxophonist - he was awesome! We would highly recommend you to anyone. You were also very personable and professional to work with. 

Leila 

The Buskers were the perfect pick for our awards party. With a vast repertoire of songs they read the audience perfectly and played hit after hit ensuring that the dance floor was full and that everyone had a great time. They were so good we have hired them for this years event! Entrepreneurs Organisation.

Caroline Henty - EONZ

From our very first introduction to The Buskers, it was clear that Danny and his group provide a slick and professional service. Danny's high standards were evident at our consultation meeting. We received great correspondence from the group in the lead up to the day. When faced with some planning difficulties imposed by our venue, Danny went above and beyond to work together with the venue host to figure out a way to still provide a great service. On the night the band was incredible! Contemporary music, excellent sound quality and great musicians. We had guests on the dance floor for the entire 2.5 hours of live music and they loved every minute! We couldn't have wished for any better. A huge thanks!

Bridget 

The Buskers were a life saver! Breaking free of string quartets and background instrumental bands, our annual staff Christmas function finally had some vivacity, dancing and excellent entertainment. The Buskers took playing to a crowd of academics ranging in all ages in their stride and had everyone praising their well tuned set list. It was wonderful to not have to give direction as they read the crowd so perfectly. I will definitely be booking Danny and the guys again for a variety of events our team caters to, and I look forward to hearing them play again!

Melanie Barr - The University of Auckland Business School

We recently had our company mid winter Xmas dinner at Sails Restaurant . We hired The Buskers (4 piece band) as our entertainment . There were approx. 120 guests made up of clients and staff ranging in age from early 20s to late 70s so I was a bit nervous initially as to whether the band would appeal to such a wide age group. Danny and his band had all age groups on the dance floor. The entertainment turned out to be a huge success with lots of positive comments and praise. The variety in the playlist was amazing. Danny’s professional attitude made it a hassle free experience. If you want professional top quality music entertainment hire The Buskers.

Ross Joyce - Haydn and Rollett

The Buskers played for us at our staff Christmas party. The band has some real talent and Danny is great on vocals. The set list went down well, and an audience ranging in age and background was kept on the dance floor. At all times the band was professional to deal with. I would recommend.

Ben Steed - Simpson Grierson

Thank you so much for your wonderful performance on Saturday night. You guys were outstanding! Your set list was brilliant and catered for the age range superbly, and we loved the unique sound you guys gave to all those classic songs. Will recommend you guys to anyone looking for a band.

Tim S

April Sun - Dragon

Bad Moon Rising- CCR

Betterman - Pearl Jam

Bohemian Like You - The Dandy Warhols

Cecilia - Simon & Garfunkel

Cosmic Girl - Jamiroquai

Crazy - Gnarls Barkley

Crazy Little Thing - Queen

Daughter - Pearl Jam

Distant Sun - Crowded House

Don't You Forget About Me - Simple Minds

Englishman in New York - Sting

Everybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears For Fears

Faith - George Michael

Forget You - Ceelo Green

Free Falling - Tom Petty

Get Lucky - Daft Punk

Go Your Own Way - Fleetwood Mac 

Happy - Pharrell

Have You Ever Seen The Rain? - CCR

Hey, Soul Sister - Train

I Feel Good - James Brown

I Got You - Split Enz

I Wish - Stevie Wonder

I Want You to Want Me - Cheap Trick

Kiss - Prince

Lady Madonna - The Beatles

Let's Dance - David Bowie

Lock Out Of Heaven - Bruno Mars

Lonely Boy - The Black Keys

Losing My Religion - REM

Mercy - Duffy 

Midnight Hour - Wilson Pickett

Money For Nothing - Dire Straits

Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5

Mr Brightside -The Killers

Play That Funky Music - Wild Cherry

Rain - Dragon

Roxanne - The Police

Say it Ain't So - Weezer

September - Earth Wind & Fire

Signed, Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder

Sledgehammer - Peter Gabriel 

Steal my Kisses - Ben Harper

Sunday Morning - Maroon Five

Superstition - Stevie Wonder

Sussudio - Phil Collins 

Three little birds - Bob Marley

Treasure - Bruno Mars

Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars

Use Somebody - Kings Of Leon

Valerie - Amy Winehouse

Won't Back Down - Tom Petty

Wonderwall - Oasis

You Can’t Hurry Love - Phil Collins