Rumpus Machine is a band of teenage brothers and sisters based in Torbay on the North shore of Auckland. They pride themselves in performing top-class covers of the most epic classic rock songs in history from the 50’s to the 90’s – all while writing and performing guitar-based original rock music of their own.
Keeping it in the family, Rumpus Machine is a four piece sibling band consisting Daniel Hyde (18) on lead vocals and guitar, Matthew Hyde (16) on Guitar & BV’s, Hannah Hyde (15) on bass guitar & BV’s and her twin sister Ashley Hyde (15) on drums & BV’s.
Forming in 2020, this youthful act is collecting a number of original songwriting and performance accolades. In January 2025 they opened for Cold Chisel, Icehouse, Everclear and Bic Runga to a crowd of 18,000 in Taupo. They’ve played two Beach Hops with main stage marquee slots, Soundsplash, Music in Parks, NZ Music Month & Cruz’n the Bayz. They’ve also opened for Jordan Luck, Skindred, and The Mad Caddies. They’ve had great success in every competition that they’ve qualified for including Rockquest, NZ Battle of the Bands and SUSO.
With an impressive worldwide social media following growing; and over 60 million views online for some of their covers – and counting – you’ll find Rumpus Machine regularly playing pubs, events, private functions and festivals.