Heather Anne Lomax And The Doman Tracks: Interview
Heather Anne Lomax has (finally) released The Doman Tracks, a personal collection of original songs recorded with the late Michael Doman, formerly the singer-songwriter-producer of the noted ‘80s L.A. rock band Broken Homes.
Park Rd – Save The Planet: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Tāmaki Makaurau indie-rockers PARK RD return with the new single, Save The Planet, another taste of their anticipated debut album.
The Boy And The Heron Dir: Hayao Miyazaki. (Film Review)
The Boy and The Heron (Japanese : 君たちはどう生きるか) is the latest film from Studio Ghibli – it evokes an ecstasy of spirit, fantasy and connection.
Joey Burns of Calexico on Feasts Of Wire and Shane MacGowan: Interview
Calexico is celebrating the 20th anniversary of their album, Feast Of Wire with a tour that brings them to New Zealand in February. Here is Joey Burns to explain.
Investigator Performs Drift at The 13th Floor: Singles Session
Investigator is the musical project of Adrian Drew and he has just released a new single titled Drift, described as “an upbeat, defiant, hopeful and determined indie-rock anthem.”
The Cavemen – Whammy Bar: December 8, 2023
The Cavemen came storming back to Auckland’s Whammy Bar and The 13th Floor’s Aaron Christiansen was there with his camera and his pen.
Erny Belle Wintergarden, The Civic December 8, 2023
Erny Belle treated fans to a very special show, tucked away in the Wintergarden at Auckland’s Civic Theatre. Erny’s new album, Not Your Cupid, was being showcased as was her extraordinary band.
Lunar Intruder – House: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Christchurch four-piece band Lunar Intruder presents a melancholic music video of their latest single ‘House’ directed by Amber Beaton.
Mermaidens – Hollywood Avondale: December 8, 2023
Mermaidens celebrate the release of their new, self-titled album with a show at Auckland’s suitably-grand Hollywood Avondale theatre. The 13th Floor’s Karen McCarthy and Michael Jeong were there to catch all the action.
Royal Blood – Spark Arena: December 7, 2023
Royal Blood returned to Auckland to get the holiday season in gear along with Elliot & Vincent and Racing. The 13th Floor’s Dylan Frater and Chris Zwaagdyk were there!
The Teskey Brothers – Auckland Town Hall: December 7, 2023
The Teskey Brothers performed at Auckland Town Hall last night, delivering an evening of soulful energy and heart-stirring melodies that celebrated their long-awaited return to our shores.
Kylie Price – In The Crowd: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
London based Kiwi songstress Kylie Price releases her latest single In The Crowd on Friday 8th December. In The Crowd is a pop ballad navigating the intricate emotions that come at the end of a relationship, exploring the concept of growing up and reminiscing about a person you don’t always forget.
Disturbed Returning to New Zealand for one show only in March 2024!
Frontier Touring is stoked to welcome one of the biggest rock acts of this generation, Disturbed back to New Zealand for one massive show only at Auckland’s Spark Arena!
Christmess: Hanna Joy on Acting, Singing and Making A Joyful Noise: Interview
Christmess is a new Australian holiday film written and directed by Heath Davis. Co-star Hannah Joy stops by to give us the inside story on this perennial holiday tale.
L7 – The Powerstation: December 6, 2023
L7 returned to Auckland’s Powerstation after having first (and last) performed there in 1992. The 13th Floor’s Simon Coffey and Brenna Jo Gotje were on the scene:
The Mons Whaler – Online: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
An easy melody underpinned by a gentle South Pacific vibe, The Mons Whaler deliver another soul-soothing earworm with ‘Online’, a breezy, perfectly harmonious number that leans into something that sounds familiar but is definitely not more of the same.
Rita Mae – Superfeeling (Deluxe Edition) EP
Rita Mae has brought us another 2 tracks adding to her debut EP release back in May, now it’s deluxe edition – very posh! Having missed this the first time around, I’ve taken it as a whole – folks, it’s got some class and teases of good things to come.
The Faithful: A Tribute To Marianne Faithfull Various Artists (In The Q)
Marianne Faithfull will celebrate her 77th birthday on December 29th. Fans can blow out the candles a bit earlier as The Faithful: A Tribute To Marianne Faithfull will be released Friday, December 8th.
Adrianne Lenker – Ruined: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Today, Adrianne Lenker (Big Thief) presents her new single and video, Ruined, a heart-breaking, remarkable intro to Lenker’s highly anticipated new solo album, which she has announced will be coming in 2024.
Sally Stockwell Performs Pin It Down/Village: 13th Floor Singles Session
Sally Stockwell Her new theatre/music show, We’ve Got So Much To Talk About, opens at Lopdell Theatre in Titirangi this Friday.