Interview: Mikey Havoc – Push Push With Kiss
Just as his latest his latest run with bFM was coming to an end, Mikey Havoc got an offer he couldn’t refuse. His band, Push Push, had been offered the opening slot for the Kiss farewell show in Auckland at Spark Arena on December 3rd. Upon hearing this, The 13th Floor’s Marty Duda got on […]
Interview: Oh My God It’s Kevin Morby!
31-year-old Kevin Morby has just released his 5th solo album, Oh My God. And yes, the album’s title does indeed reflect the religious themes tucked inside the album’s 14 songs. 13th Floor’s Marty Duda tracked down Kevin Morby and found him in America’s heartland, which can be a dangerous place when you bring up religion […]
Interview: Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid: “Tire Marks On The Soles Of Our Shoes”
With the recent announcement that Snow Patrol will be performing an acoustic show in Auckland at the ASB Theatre on August 8th, The 13th Floor got in touch with the band to find out what to expect.
Interview: The Schizophonics – “It’s Just Pure Energy!”
Brace yourself, because The Schizophonics are on their way to rock New Zealand!
Interview: Big Thief: On Their “Kaleidoscopic Relationship”
Brooklyn-based indie rockers Big Thief are set to release their third album, U.F.O.F. this Friday.
Interview: Hugh Cornwell – It’s Amazing What We Got Away With!
We talked to former Stranglers front man Hugh Cornwell about his upcoming Monster Tour of New Zealand with dates in Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland. He’s playing at The Powerstation this Friday night! Ticket sales click here.
Interview: Mike Garson – David Bowie’s Pianist Speaks to The 13th Floor: “It could have gone very sour!”
David Bowie is no longer with us, but many of the incredible musicians who played with him are.
Interview: Hozier – “At Worst The World Will Sing Along”
Hozier returns to Auckland on Sunday, April 28th when he and his band perform again at Spark Arena.
Interview: Nathaniel Rateliff – Still Learning And Growing
Nathaniel Rateliff and his band The Night Sweats have just arrived in Auckland, ready to rock The Powerstation.
Interview: Shakey Graves – Living The Dream
Alejandro Rose-Garcia, aka Shakey Graves, is about to make another trip to New Zealand with a show slated at Auckland’s Powerstation on Wednesday, April 24th.
Interview: Little Steven – That Rock & Roll Fire Is Still Burning
Little Steven Van Zandt is headed to New Zealand next month and he’s bringing his 14-piece Disciples Of Soul band with him.
WOMAD Day 2: My Baby Talks About Love, Unity and Inspiration (Interview)
Maria Hoyle has been reporting to us from WOMAD. On Day 2 she spoke with Dutch band, My Baby.
Interview: A Homecoming With Flogging Molly’s Dennis Casey
Irish punk band Flogging Molly is due to hit town on April 12 with a show at Auckland’s Powerstation, their first in New Zealand.
The Queen of Carimbó, Dona Onete Talks Passion and Marrying Elvis (Interview)
On the eve of her arrival at WOMAD – and of her 80th birthday – Brazilian force of nature Dona Onete talks to The 13th Floor about love, life and the story that drives her sensual, soulful lyrics.
Interview: Air Supply’s Graham Russell
During the late 70s and early 80s it was virtually impossible to turn on the radio and not hear Air Supply. The Australian band’s brand of pop-rock connected with millions of fans, resulting in a string of hits that includes Lost In Love, All Out Of Love and their debut single, Love And Other Bruises, […]
Interview: Juanita Stein – No Expectations
Sadly, we’ve just learned that Juanita Stein has cancelled her NZ dates due to a death in the family. We thought we’d share the interview that Marty Duda conducted with Juanita a few weeks ago…
Interview: John Prine – Hotfooting It To Auckland
The word legendary is bandied about a lot these days, but really, they don’t come much more legendary than John Prine. The 72-year-old singer/songwriter is responsible for some of the most beloved songs of the past 50 years…tunes like Hello In There, Angel From Montgomery and Sam Stone. So, Kiwi music lovers were thrilled when […]
Interview: Las Cafeteras – From East LA to New Zealand
What do you get if you cross a bunch of socially conscious activists with Mexican folk, hip hop, ska and African beats? You get Las Cafeteras… and their intoxicating blend of rebel music is coming to next month’s WOMAD.
Interview: The Long Ryders – Back In The Saddle Again
Last week Paisley Underground scenesters and Americana pioneers The Long Ryders released their first studio album in over 30 years.
Interview: Earthless – “The Senses Will Be Consumed”
Brace yourselves for the sonic onslaught that is Earthless.