New Song Of The Day: John Prine – Knockin’ On Your Screen Door
It’s not every day we get a new song from John Prine, but this is one of those days.
Guns N’ Roses Drummer Steven Adler (and his Mum) To Play Powerstation
Former Guns N’ Roses drummer and co-writer Steven Adler is igniting his Adler’s Appetite band and has today announced an Australasian tour, with a very special one-of-a-kind ‘one night only’ show at the Powerstation in Auckland on Thursday, May 24.
Watch: Hockey Dad at The 13th Floor
Just before playing to a sold-out audience at Auckland’s Whammy Bar, Australia rock duo Hockey Dad stopped in to The 13th Floor Studios to talk to Marty Duda.
Biffy Clyro: The 13th Floor Interview
Scottish rockers Biffy Clyro are coming to Auckland for a one-off show at Spark Arena on Tuesday, April 24th. As it turns out, this is a rare show for the trio, who only have a handful of dates planned for 2018. Instead they plan to spend most of the year in the studio, working on […]
Belphegor + Wiegedood NZ Tour May 2018
The dark days of winter are approaching as European troop BELPHEGOR plant a signpost to Hell upon New Zealand dirt. These Austrian Occult metallers are well-known for their glorious, ritualistic live performances that summon the Dark Lord himself, and will be gracing our shores for the very first time to unleash hell.
Yo La Tengo There’s A Riot Going On (Matador)
Despite the fact that Yo La Tengo are known for their ability to cover just about any tune at any time, this is not a re-creating of the iconic Sly & The Family Stone album of the same name.
Unknown Mortal Orchestra Sex & Food New Zealand Tour
TUESDAY, APRIL 3 2018 – On the eve of the release of their highly anticipated fourth studio album (Sex & Food released Friday April 6 on Jagjaguwar/Rhythmethod), UNKNOWN MORTAL ORCHESTRA announce their return to New Zealand for a four date tour this Spring. Bringing the road-tested Sex & Food with them, the route will see the group […]
Watch: Eddie Rayner Rehearse For New ENZSO 21 Anniversary Shows
The 13th Floor brought its cameras down to Roundhead Studios to catch Eddie Rayner and his band rehearsing for their upcoming 21st Anniversary shows.
New Song Of The Day: Shakey Graves – Mansion Door
One man band Alejandro Rose-Garcia, aka Shakey Graves, has just released a third track from his soon-to-be-released album, Can’t Wake Up.
Lil Dicky Announces Debut New Zealand Show This July
Illusive Presents and Frontier Touring are elated to announce that multi-platinum artist Lil Dicky will play New Zealand for the very first time this July. The LA-based rapper will be stopping by Auckland, bringing with him a highly entertaining show that could only come from his sharp mind.
New Song Of The Day: Chvrches – Never Say Die
No, Chvrches haven’t covered Black Sabbath. Never Say Die is the third song to be released from their upcoming album, Love Is Dead.
Mastodon & Gojira – Trusts Arena March 31, 2018
This was a show that almost wasn’t. When both bands’ gear failed to arrive in Auckland, it looked like the concert would be cancelled, but local bands saved the day by providing instruments and other equipment to both Mastodon and Gojira in order to make the show happen. The 13th Floor’s Shelley Ta Haara and […]
Ghost Wave – Basement Theatre March 31, 2018
It is an uncertain time for small music venues in Auckland. A lack of support for the arts by Auckland Council, venues closing, and gentrification driving rent prices up have kept owners and fans alike nervous as to what the future holds for live music. This is why it is important to support venues like […]
New Song Of The Day: Hall & Oates featuring Train – Philly Forget Me Not
Time to go old school today with the first new music in 15 years from Daryl Hall and John Oates.
Lawrence (Felt): The 13th Floor Interview
Begun by a teenager known only as Lawrence who was obsessed with Tom Verlaine of Television, Felt emerged at the end of the 1970s. The London-based band, led by Lawrence and supported by a revolving lineup of musicians, released 10 albums and 10 singles during the 1980s, then promptly disbanded, mission accomplished. Now, the enigmatic […]
New Song Of The Day: Belly – Stars Align
Belly continue with their return from the 1990s with their second new song since reuniting.
Dictaphone Blues & Eyes No Eyes – Wine Cellar March 29, 2018
What better way to prepare for the holiday weekend than spending time with Dictaphone Blues and Eyes No Eyes at Auckland’s Wine Cellar?
New Song Of The Day: Harry Parsons – Real
Auckland-based singer/songwriter Harry Parsons releases his new single today titled Real.
An intimate evening with Vance Joy
There were a few lumps in the throat as Mr Riptide himself Vance Joy treated the Tuning Fork faithful to an intimate solo acoustic set.