With the luxury of time, perhaps a lowered expectation, and a passion for psychedelic soundscapes,

not The Church...but damn close deliver a sublime, relaxed psychedelia that captures the essence of Australian icons The Church. Based in Auckland, this tribute project recreates the unique sonic

experience of The Church's extensive catalogue, including classics like Under The Milky Way and The Unguarded Moment.

Founded in 2011 by Auckland-based Musician and former MOCKERS guitarist Paul Lightfoot, this

tribute act has earned recognition for its authentic reproductions of The Church's distinctive sound.

Paul's ‘Live’ performances combine his own meticulously crafted backing tracks with live electric guitar and vocals, resulting in a rich, immersive sonic experience and full band sound.

Auckland's Radio 95bfm summed it up ; If you've never got the chance to see 'THE CHURCH' live in concert, then 'not The Church..but damn close' is the next best thing. He does it so well.