It’s official: the young virtuoso, recently described as “the finest guitar player of this generation,”has fallen in love with New Zealand — and after sold-out shows around the globe, he’ll bring his now-famous live show to 25 intimate venues across the country in 2026!
“Do whatever it takes to get in the front row!”– Rhythms Magazine, Australia
“A generational talent that must be seen to be believed.”– Roots Magazine, UK
Don’t miss your chance to experience live music at its finest!
Daniel Champagne lives and breathes music.
Playing upwards of 250 concerts around the worldeach year, he is as loved globally as he is in his homeland of Australia.
His signature guitar styleand formidable stage show have garnered accolades and dedicated fans worldwide.
Growing up in the Bega Valley on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, the story goes that theyoung artistfirst picked up his instrument at agefive, following in the footsteps of his musicalfather.
He began writing songs at twelve, trained classically throughout his teens, and performed wherever he could — honing his craft and developing the electrifying live show he is renowned fortoday.
At eighteen, hefinished school, turned professional, and hit the road without looking back.Over the following eighteen years, he has released seven studio albums, sold out concerts across theglobe, played some of the biggest festivals under the sun, and shared stages with the likes ofTommy Emmanuel, INXS, John Butler, Lucinda Williams, Ani DiFranco, Judy Collins, and Rodrigo y Gabriela.
Expect jaw-dropping guitar skills, songs that carry the heart away, and the stories of a troubadour that will stay with you long after the last note rings out — a Daniel Champagne show is not just aconcert, it’s an experience.