Chrissie Hynde and Pals – Duets Special (Parlophone) (13th Floor Album Review)
Chrissie Hynde, frontwoman of 1980s smash-hit producing, globally-famous, new wave band The Pretenders, has released Duets Special, the 4th studio album under her own name, with a host of famous friends, known on this record as The Pals.
Ryan Adams – Bruce Mason Centre: October 18, 2025 (13th Floor Concert Review)
Few artists come with as much baggage as Ryan Adams. Despite being “cancelled” after a New York Times exposè in 2019, the acclaimed singer/songwriter stumbles on…his recent blow-up at a concert in Melbourne setting the stage for this, the last show of a tour that may be his last ever…internationally. I’ll get to that in […]
Patti Smith – Horses (50th Anniversary Edition) (Sony/Legacy)
“Jesus died for somebody’s sins, but not mine”. Fifty years ago a defiant Patti Smith released her debut album, Horses. Now, here is a look at this new 50th Anniversary Edition of a true classic.
Myah Eve – Layers: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Imagine if Marina & the Diamonds or Sia sang over Joji’s soundscapes, this is the haunting new single Layers from dark-pop artist Myah Eve.
The Beatniks – Talk About Today & Tomorrow: 13th Floor MusicTalk
Dunedin band The Beatniks stop by The 13th Floor Studio to talk about their new EP, Today/Tomorrow.
Adam Hattaway & The Haunters – Whammy Bar: October 17, 2025
Adam Hattaway brought his Hot Variety Show to Auckland last night…a pulsating, passionate concert played in front of a criminally small audience.
The Antlers – Blight (Transgressive) (13th Floor Album Review)
Blight…The Antlers first full-length album in four years, is resonant, evocative, and poignant.
Macey – Mona Lisa Money: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Following the critical success of his 2024 EP, how to say goodbye, acclaimed New Zealand singer-songwriter MACEY returns with his first new single of the year, the infectious and thought-provoking anthem, Mona Lisa Money.
Shapeshifter – The Powerstation: October 17, 2025 (13th Floor Concert Review)
Shapeshifter brought their innovative live show The Mix to a packed Powerstation on Friday night.
Kris Angelis Lets Out Le Sigh: 13th Floor MusicTalk Interview
California-based singer-songwriter Kris Angelis releases her sixth album, Le Sigh, today on Blue Élan Records.
The Bats – Corner Coming Up (Flying Nun) (13th Floor Album Review)
The 13th Floor’s Simon Coffey signs in with his take on the new album by The Bats.
Ace Frehley of Kiss Has Died Age 74: R.I.P.
Original Kiss guitarist and solo artist Ace Frehley has died at age 74. His family has issued the following statement:
Reb Fountain – One Way Trip: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Reb Fountain shares her new single, One Way Trip; a heartfelt Americana standard with a stripped back analog modesty that belies the intricacy of its lyrics.
The Last Dinner Party – From The Pyre (Island) (13th Floor Album Review)
The Last Dinner Party is back, with a sublime return in the form of their new album From The Pyre. An explorative, darker record than their previous work, it’s even better than their debut (which received impressive acclaim across the board).
RON SEXSMITH Hangover Terrace Tour NZ & Australia 2026
Three time Juno Award winner Ron Sexsmith, one of Canada’s most accomplished singer songwriters will make a most welcome return to tour NZ & Australia with his band in April 2026.
Kim Paterson Takes Us To Lake Rd: 13th Floor MusicTalk Interview
Veteran Kiwi jazz trumpeter Kim Paterson has just released a new album titled Lake Rd…a collaboration with the Mike Nock Trio and featuring Nathan Haines.
CAMERON WHITCOMB: Canadian Country Sensation Announces The Hard Way Tour debut Australia & New Zealand
Frontier Touring are pumped to welcome Canadian country powerhouse Cameron Whitcomb to Australia and New Zealand for his debut headline shows this May 2026!
Marlin’s Dreaming – January 2026 Tour
A year and some change since touring HIRL, Marlin’s Dreaming will again bless Aotearoa’s main city centres for a short summer stint this January 2026.
Todd Snider – High, Lonesome And Then Some (Aimless Records/Thirty Tigers) (13th Floor Album Review)
In his latest album High, Lonesome And Then Some, Todd Snider doesn’t just open the window on the crazy world of a women-chasing, hard drinking, itinerant bluesman, he’s opened-up the front passenger door and insisted he’s taking you for a ride through the back alleys of Nashville, across the high plains and, if we’ve got the gas […]
This Silent Divide – The Fire (13th Floor EP Review)
Wellington band This Silent Divide plate up their heavy rock EP The Fire, dripping with melodic guitar lines, and pent-up anger.