In The Dark With Wax Chattels (13th Floor Feature)
“Everyone in my family except me died at 21. When death follows you around, it helps you live. Darkness helps you see the light.” With that, my Uber driver pulled up outside of Kiss Kiss in Balmoral, Auckland with a flourish. The garish neon sign briefly illuminating his face. Light, darkness, odd social situations, a pointy […]
Watch: Don McGlashan Talks To 13th Floor About Free Flight Tour
Yesterday, Don McGlashan announced his 17-date Free Flight Tour.
Snail Mail – Lush (Matador)
In 1993 Liz Phair gave a strongly male dominated indie rock a dose of femininity with the release of her album Exile From Guyville. Twenty five years later her influence is even stronger and has been embodied in up and comer Snail Mail on her first album Lush.
Jonathan Bree – Sleepwalking (Lil Chief)
Brunettes frontman and Lil’ Chief Records co-founder Jonathan Bree is back with his third studio album, Sleepwalking, an album that takes the listener on a trip down memory lane via 1960s lounge pop and melodic songs about love and relationships.
New Song Of The Day: Anna Calvi – Don’t Beat The Girl Out Of My Boy
Today we bring you new music from Anna Calvi!
Don McGlashan On Nationwide 17-Date NZ Tour
One of Aotearoa’s most beloved songwriters, Don McGlashan, has today announced an extensive 17-date nationwide New Zealand tour, where he will perform a series of intimate shows in some of the country’s most idyllic venues.
New Song Of The Day: The Miltones – Disappear
Disappear is the first new music from The Miltones since the release of their acclaimed debut album last year.
Beastwars Return for Winter Tour
Beastwars return this winter for their first New Zealand tour in over 2 years.
Katchafire – Legacy (Zojak Worldwide)
As I fight the freezing winter rain, there’s a summer party raging inside my headphones. That’s because Katchafire, Aotearoa’s favourite reggae act, is back with what I believe is their best album yet.
Watch: Nicole Andrews’ 13th Floor Video Session
Wellington-based artist Nicole Andrews was in Auckland recently promoting her new album, A Stranger.
New Song Of The Day: Neil & Liam Finn – Back To Life
An exciting new release for you today…Neil & Liam Finn present Back To Life, their first single from their upcoming album.
One Love 2019 – First Line-Up Announced!
Now in its fifth year, ONE LOVE has well and truly established itself in the hearts of Reggae Fans from all corners of the globe as one of the most vibrant and popular summer music festivals.
R.I.P. Clarence Fountain
Clarence Fountain, a founding member of The Blind Boys Of Alabama, has died at age 88.
Watch: Tami Neilson at The 13th Floor!!
Last Friday Tami Neilson released her latest album, Sassafrass!.
Eilen Jewell – Tuning Fork June 2, 2018
It’s not very often that all of the elements come together to create a perfect listening experience, but Eilen Jewell and her band came very close to achieving perfection last night at The Tuning Fork.
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening – Logan Campbell Centre June 02, 2018
The air guitars were out in full force at Led Zep heaven last night. Thanks to the Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening show. You might ask yourself why go and pay good money for what really just sounds like a tribute band that is connected by an offspring to one of the greatest rock bands of […]
Niall Horan Flicker World Tour – Proof That There Is Life After Boy Bands?
Former member of boy band One Direction, Niall Horan kicked off the Australasia leg of his Flicker World Tour with a show at the Spark Arena in Auckland. He was joined by Country Music superstar Maren Morris.
New Song Of The Day: Lily Allen – Lost My Mind
Lily Allen has just released a new single in anticipation of her upcoming album.
Watch: Tami Neilson Perform Devil In A Dress at The 13th Floor
Yesterday, Tami Neilson released her latest album, Sassafrass!. She and her band also spent some time at The 13th Floor.
Seether – Auckland Town Hall May 31, 2018
It’s been a few years since Seether had last graced our shores and the anticipation was high for Thursday’s last date of their Poison the Parish tour, held in the stunning, neo-baroque Auckland Town Hall.