Six60 founding member Eli Paewai to leave the band

Photo: SuppliedEli Paewai - who has played drums for Six60 since the hugely successful Kiwi band was formed in 2008 - has announced that he will be retiring from the role after two final shows this month. In a statement on social media, Paewai said being a founding member of the band had been "one of the most fulfilling things in my life". "While my personal journey with music is coming to an end, I will always be a member of Six60. I will be staying on as a member of the Six60 foundation to continue my passion of mentoring and coaching future generations." Paewai will play two final gigs with the band in Melbourne on 10 February and at Christchurch's Electric Avenue on 24 February.