SYNTHONY PRIDE WORLDWIDE EVENT DEBUT – Saturday 3 August, Spark Arena, Auckland
AUCKLAND, NZ (Tuesday 7 May, 2024) – A music event like no other, SYNTHONY is set to capture hearts and minds again with a world-first new show, “SYNTHONY PRIDE” on Saturday the 3rd of August at Auckland’s Spark Arena, celebrating LGBTQIA+ communities, artists, performers & anthems. SYNTHONY PRIDE aims to honour the queer impact on dance music and nightlife, paying […]
TIMO – Waiting For You: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Whangārei-based emerging artist TIMO has released his upbeat and catchy debut single and video Waiting for You.
Big/Brave Creates A Chaos Of Flowers: 13th Floor Interview
Big/Brave is a Montreal-based noise band fronted by Robin Wattie and signed to Thrill Jockey Records. Their new album is an aural feast entitled A Chaos Of Flowers.
Boy Kills World – Dir: Mortiz Mohr (Film Review)
Boy Kills World is an action-packed comedy-thriller from director Moritz Mohr, that bursts onto the screen with the force of a martial arts roundhouse kick and seduces you with the nostalgic, replayable charm of a classic arcade game.
theSlacks – Information Ape (The Rolling Vibe) (Album Review)
Taranki-based rockers, theSlacks have just released Information Ape, their third album overall and first in almost nine years.
Celia Hapaira – Me Oh My: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Celia Hapaira releases new single, Me Oh My, a track that exudes a serene, laid-back vibe, blending jazz and acoustic elements to capture the essence of blissful infatuation. Departing from melancholic themes, Celia Hapaira’s exploration of love and joy shines through in this tranquil melody.
Park Rd – Call Me Up: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Indie-rockers PARK RD have announced their debut album THE NOVEL will be released on Friday May 24. Pre-save and pre-order the limited-edition vinyl HERE. This exciting announcement is accompanied by the release of the anthemic single ‘Call Me Up’, which continues the trend of their festival-ready hooks that will get stuck in your head.
Emma Dilemma – Ready Or Not: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Rising indie artist Emma Dilemma is set to captivate audiences with her latest single, Ready or Not, a dynamic anthem that embodies the struggles of breaking free from the constraints of monotony and embracing the unknown. With its bratty, triumphant vibe, the track promises to leave listeners punching walls in exhilaration before settling into moments […]
New Music Friday: 13th Floor New Album Picks: May 3, 2024
It’s New Music Friday, it’s New Zealand Music Month and it’s New Zealand Music T-Shirt Day! So much to celebrate! So here are five new Kiwi releases just out today.
Beat Rhythm Fashion – Critical Mass (Failsafe) (Album Review)
Beat Rhythm Fashion, Wellington “Post-punk”, “Terrace Scene” trio formed in 1980, dissolved in ’82 and reformed in 2018. Critical Mass is the band’s second long player since reuniting.
Rita Mae – Kiss The Sky: 13th Floor’s New Song Of The Day
Aotearoa’s rising indie artist Rita Mae has returned with her first single of 2024, the unapologetically anthemic new single and video Kiss The Sky, co-written with The Naked and Famous’ award-winning artist Alisa Xayalith.
JUNK: A Brand New Mini-Festival – June 7 Auckland
Empty the rubbish, take out the trash, and make room for JUNK; a brand new mini-festival set to clear out the clutter and bring you the best of the best of Aotearoa’s music underground.
Matt Joe Gow & Kerryn Fields – I Remember You (Album Review)
Matt Joe Gow and Kerryn Fields team up on this, their debut collaborative album, designed to get your New Zealand Music Month off on the right foot.
Greta Van Fleet: Sam Kiszka on Wardrobe, Nashville and Touring Down Under: Interview
Greta Van Fleet has announced that their Starcatcher World Tour will head down under with shows in Australia and New Zealand in August.
Louisa Nicklin – Thick: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Acclaimed Tāmaki Makaurau-based artist Louisa Nicklin known for her introspective songwriting and captivating soundscapes, has released her latest single, Thick, alongside the announcement of her highly anticipated second album, The Big Sulk. Following the success of her self-titled debut album in 2021, Nicklin has established herself as a prominent figure in the music scene, garnering critical […]
Scottish Punk Legends SKIDS Play New Zealand Next Week
Legendary Scottish punk band Skids land in New Zealand next week to play two shows as part of their 45th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour.
James Taylor – Spark Arena: April 30, 2024 (Concert Review)
James Taylor and his All Star Band helped bring April to an end in style with a tour-closing, hit-filled, crowd-pleasing show that brought smiles both to Taylor and his fans.
The Jesus And Mary Chain Announce ‘40 YEARS’ Australia and New Zealand Tour 2024
One of the most influential bands of their generation and beyond, The Jesus and Mary Chain mark their 40th anniversary in 2024 with a return tour to Australia and New Zealand this July/August!
Keren Mara – Under The Wind: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
On the first day of NZ Music Month – Ōtautahi-based rising contemporary folk singer and songwriter Keren Mara has today released her vulnerable new single Under The Wind!
Eric Bibb Is Ridin’ Down Under, Solo Style (Interview)
Eric Bibb is an American blues singer and songwriter based in Stockholm, Sweden. Eric is on his way down under with his first stop in Auckland on May 9th at The Tuning Fork.