15 Aug 2008

Concert tribute for late entertainer

10:02 am on 15 August 2008

Some of Maoridom's top musical talent is getting ready for a tribute concert for Sonny Day in Auckland on Sunday.

The former Sundowner, died in his Auckland home a year ago at the age of 64.

Waatea News reports his career stretched from the Maori showbands of the 1950s and 60s to his All Stars blues band of the 1980s and 90s. Organisers say tickets are almost sold out.