PHIL MADSEN
Half Time Performance
APT." (Rosé & Bruno Mars)
Half-Time Show Concept: "APT."
This high-impact performance is designed to command the audience attention through a blend of percussive mastery and vocal energy, building toward a massive, interactive finale.
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The Performance​
The Opening: The show begins with a high-impact drum solo designed to capture the stadium’s attention and build immediate anticipation.
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The Build: The drummer locks into the driving rhythm of the global hit "APT." as the Lead Female Vocalist makes a powerhouse entrance to deliver the opening verses.
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The Transition: In a dynamic shift, the drummer leaves the kit to join the vocalist at center-stage, transforming the act into a high-energy vocal duet.
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The Finale: This transition maximizes stage presence and visual energy, ensuring a massive finish that gets the entire crowd chanting along.​
​​​​​​Melissa O'Connell - Vocals
Vion Slinger- Drums / Vocals
​​​​​​Female - Vocals​ (TBC)
Melissa O'Connell Vocals
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​Melissa is a powerhouse vocalist with an extensive career performing across New Zealand and Australia. A former Trans-Tasman Country Music Entertainer of the Year, she is renowned for her commanding stage presence and a versatile voice that spans soulful classics to modern hits.
A 2024 recipient of the Top Showcase Award from the Variety Artists Club of NZ, Melissa is a seasoned festival performer and a longtime core member of the Phil Madsen Band. She brings world-class backing vocals and dynamic energy to every performance.
Vion Slinger- Drums / Vocals
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A high-energy performer and versatile multi-instrumentalist, Vion Slinger is a dynamic force in the New Zealand music scene. An exceptional drummer and vocalist, he is known for his rock-solid groove and commanding stage presence. For this event, Vion takes a lead role in the half-time show, transitioning from a driving force on the kit to a front-man vocalist, showcasing the full range of his musicality.​
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Melissa is a powerhouse vocalist with an extensive career performing across New Zealand and Australia. A former Trans-Tasman Country Music Entertainer of the Year, she is renowned for her commanding stage presence and a versatile voice that spans soulful classics to modern hits.
A 2024 recipient of the Top Showcase Award from the Variety Artists Club of NZ, Melissa is a seasoned festival performer and a longtime core member of the Phil Madsen Band. She brings world-class backing vocals and dynamic energy to every performance.