Sarah Jarosz Talks About Her Polaroid Lovers: Interview
Sarah Jarosz has just released her seventh album, titled Polaroid Lovers, and we are loving it. Here is Sarah to shed some light on how Polaroid Lovers developed.
Peter Cat Recording Co. Lands in Raglan: Interview
We welcome the Peter Cat Recording Co. as they arrive in New Zealand preparing for their first Kiwi shows in Raglan, Auckland and Wellington.
The Incurables Are Inside Out & Backwards: Interview
Detroit rockers The Incurables have just released a new album titled Inside Out & Backwards. Here are bandmembers Ray Lawson and Pat Kelly to tell us how and why.
Chris O’Leary Takes The Hard Line at The 13th Floor: Interview
Chris O’Leary is blowin’ hard on his new album, The Hard Line. This is Chris’ 6th album and his first for Alligator Records’ a label that means a lot to this former Marine and vocalist for Levon Helm’s Barn Burners.
Amanda Palmer Performs Her New Zealand Survival Songs at The 13th Floor
Amanda Palmer has returned to New Zealand to play a few shows in support of her new E.P., New Zealand Survival Songs.
13th Floor Top 10 Interviews Of 2023 (Marty’s Picks)
Out of the hundreds of people we spoke to this past year, here are the Top 10 interviews we think are the most memorable, entertaining, informative, profound or just plain fun.
Jimmy Smith of Foals is Ready For The Golden Lights: Interview
British rockers Foals will be in New Zealand as part of the Golden Lights Festival on Thursday, January 4th. Here is guitarist Jimmy Smith to tell us what to expect.
Pip Blom Talks About Bobbie: 13th Floor Interview
Dutch indie-rockers Pip Blom have just released their new album titled Bobbie. Here is Pip to tell just who Bobbie is.
Bonnie Montgomery – The River Runs Through Her: Interview
Bonnie Montgomery has just released River, an album recorded on a sod farm outside Houston during the pandemic. Here is Bonnie to explain.
Cloudy Performs Raincloud at The 13th Floor: Singles Session
Cloudy performs Raincloud, the title track from her new EP, recorded in part at Roundhead Studios. So from Roundhead to The 13th Floor, enjoy Cloudy!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tommy Emmanuel Is Heading Back To New Zealand: Interview
Acclaimed Australian guitarist Tommy Emmanuel is due to return to New Zealand after a 6-year absence with a 5-date tour in April.
Marc Burford – Sweetest Summer: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Hampshire based singer-songwriter, Marc Burford releases his melancholic and reflective new single, Sweetest Summer.
Calexico’s Joey Burns Pays Tribute To Shane MacGowan
Here’s is Calexico’s Joey Burns expressing his admiration for Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan who passed away age 65.
Crash Reunited – Natasha & Mike Tell Us Why It took 25 years to Release Their Album: Interview
Kiwi band Crash recorded their debut album in 1996. It’s just now been released. Here are Crash members Natasha and Mike with their story.
Black Pumas – Adrian Discusses Chronicles Of A Diamond: Interview
Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas chatted at length to The 13th Floor’s Marty Duda about the Grammy-nominated band’s new album, Chronicles Of A Diamond.
Dirty Honey Can’t Find The Brakes: Interview
Dirty Honey are back with a new, hard rockin’ album, titled Can’t Find The Brakes. Here are Justin Smolian and Jaydon Bean to tell you how it came to be and why Jaydon just joined the band.