Wolf Alice | Announce Hotly Anticipated Return To NZ This September
‘Wolf Alice are not just another indie band’. NME’s statement about the North London quartet is a simple one, but it captures the powerful waves they’re making both in studio and live. Frontier Touring are thrilled to announce that they will return to New Zealand this September to perform an exclusive headline show with plenty […]
Arctic Monkeys – Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino (Domino)
Still living by their debut’s mantra, Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not, Arctic Monkey’s new long-player, Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino, is bereft of stadium guitar riffs, laddy swagger or LA rocker confidence. Instead, Alex Turner and his simian cohorts play louche lounge music, nestled at the back of an empty lobby bar – […]
Wax Chattels – Wax Chattels (Flying Nun)
Wax Chattels made a name for themselves for their raw and visceral live shows. With their self- titled debut, the band have cemented themselves as one of New Zealand’s most exciting indie acts in recent years.
Courtney Barnett – Tell Me How You Really Feel (Milk! Records)
“I’ve got a lot on my mind/but I don’t know how to say it” sings Courtney Barnett on Sunday Roast. Coming at the end of an album called Tell Me How You Really Feel, it’s an almost humorous contradiction that incidentally points to the shortcomings of Barnett’s lyrical approach on the LP.
Bob Dylan Reveals New Zealand Arena Dates This August!!
Chugg Entertainment is proud to announce that the legendary Bob Dylan will return to New Zealand this August for two arena shows. The cross-generational icon will take in Auckland’s Spark Arena on Sunday 26th August and Christchurch’s Horncastle Arena on Tuesday 28th August.
New Song Of The Day: Johnny Marr – Hi Hello
Former Smiths Johnny Marr guitarist offers up a second example of what to expect from his upcoming solo album, Call The Comet, due out June 15th.
Drax Project – Powerstation May 12, 2018
It was the second of two consecutive sold out shows at Auckland’s Powerstation as former Wellington buskers Drax Project brought their unique brand of modern pop music to town.
Sepultura and Death Angel Launch Sonic Assault at The Studio
Punters decked out in patched denim and band shirts packed into the Studio last night for a stellar lineup of thrash metal led by Sepultura and Death Angel. High expectations were met and exceeded!
Jimmy Barnes – Working Class Man: Stories and Songs – Spark Arena May 11, 2018
The heart of Ocka-rock, Jimmy Barnes, filled Spark Arena last night with more than just the sonic power of his scream. It was his spoken voice that was heard, recounting an honest, brutal and harrowing life story; one of surviving poverty, abuse, violence, alcoholism and addiction. There was blood on the floor and trailing out […]
Ry Cooder – The Prodigal Son (Fantasy Records)
Has one of the greatest guitarists found God or is he just borrowing a pew and a couple of psalm books? At 71, he may be getting on but going backwards to move forward has always been Ry Cooder‘s creative direction. New album The Prodigal Son might not be his best since the Buena Vista […]
Belphegor and Wiegedood – Whammy Bar May 10, 2018
Long-serving Austrian outfit Belphegor headed an eclectic lineup of extreme bands at the Whammy Bar in Auckland, NZ. Black metal was a common thread throughout the night but each act had engagingly varied takes on the grimness and noise.
New Song Of The Day: Courtney Barnett – Sunday Roast
Courtney Barnett serves up Sunday Roast as the fourth new song to be released from her upcoming new album, Tell Me How You Really Feel.
Beach House – 7 (Sub Pop)
Classic Dream Pop is the best music to fall asleep to. With its constant harmonies, slow tempos, drawn out droning, elegant distortion and gorgeously breathy vocals, good Dream Pop is akin to a lullaby sung by someone you loved as a child as you were nestled somewhere warm and safe. It can both ensnare and […]
Watch: Miho’s Jazz Orchestra’s 13th Floor Video Session!!
If you haven’t heard Miho’s Jazz Orchestra, you’re in for a treat!
New Song Of The Day: Sal Valentine – Cherry Blossom
Today we’re pleased to share with you the new single and video from Sal Valentine.
NZIFF Announces Feature Films Requested by Popular Demand
The New Zealand International Film Festival (NZIFF) today reveals a further five films of the 2018 programme, which will screen in Auckland from 19 July, and in Wellington from 27 July.
New Song Of The Day: The Beths – Future Me Hates Me
Today we are thrilled to discover the Auckland pop-punk quartet The Beths have released a video for their new single, Future Me Hates Me.
The Jungle Giants Return To New Zealand
One of the hottest acts in Australia right now, The Jungle Giants, have announced their return to Kiwi shores as part of their ‘Used To Be In Love’ tour, which takes its name from their latest single.
Portugal. The Man – Powerstation May 8, 2018
Portugal. The Man served up an exhilarating mashup for the ears and the eyes last night at Auckland’s Powerstation.
Estère: Grace, Beauty & Control (Interview)
Wellington-based producer, songwriter and performer Estère has just released her new album, My Design, On Others’ Lives.