Matt Joe Gow & Kerryn Fields – I Remember You (Album Review)
Matt Joe Gow and Kerryn Fields team up on this, their debut collaborative album, designed to get your New Zealand Music Month off on the right foot.
Greta Van Fleet: Sam Kiszka on Wardrobe, Nashville and Touring Down Under: Interview
Greta Van Fleet has announced that their Starcatcher World Tour will head down under with shows in Australia and New Zealand in August.
Louisa Nicklin – Thick: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Acclaimed Tāmaki Makaurau-based artist Louisa Nicklin known for her introspective songwriting and captivating soundscapes, has released her latest single, Thick, alongside the announcement of her highly anticipated second album, The Big Sulk. Following the success of her self-titled debut album in 2021, Nicklin has established herself as a prominent figure in the music scene, garnering critical […]
Scottish Punk Legends SKIDS Play New Zealand Next Week
Legendary Scottish punk band Skids land in New Zealand next week to play two shows as part of their 45th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour.
James Taylor – Spark Arena: April 30, 2024 (Concert Review)
James Taylor and his All Star Band helped bring April to an end in style with a tour-closing, hit-filled, crowd-pleasing show that brought smiles both to Taylor and his fans.
The Jesus And Mary Chain Announce ‘40 YEARS’ Australia and New Zealand Tour 2024
One of the most influential bands of their generation and beyond, The Jesus and Mary Chain mark their 40th anniversary in 2024 with a return tour to Australia and New Zealand this July/August!
Keren Mara – Under The Wind: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
On the first day of NZ Music Month – Ōtautahi-based rising contemporary folk singer and songwriter Keren Mara has today released her vulnerable new single Under The Wind!
Eric Bibb Is Ridin’ Down Under, Solo Style (Interview)
Eric Bibb is an American blues singer and songwriter based in Stockholm, Sweden. Eric is on his way down under with his first stop in Auckland on May 9th at The Tuning Fork.
Bill Withers Social Club – Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre: April 27, 2024 (Concert Review)
The Bill Withers Social Club met in Auckland last Saturday night with Troy Kingi acting as host, seated front and centre and surrounded by some of New Zealand’s finest as they paid tribute to the man whose songs touched so many lives.
Dragon – Auckland Town Hall: April 27, 2024 (Concert Review)
Dragon brought their 50th Anniversary Tour to Auckland’s Town Hall and The 13th Floor’s Karen McCarthy was their to revel in the nostalgia while photographer Chris Zwaagdyk put his camera to good use.
Ian Hunter on Defiance Part 2 and the State Of Rock & Roll (Interview)
Ian Hunter, former Mott The Hoople front man, has just released a new album titled Defiance Part2: Fiction. It is a star-studded affair featuring members of Queen, Def Leppard, Cheap Trick, Stone Temple Pilots, Pearl Jam, The Black Crowes and friends like Johnny Depp, Lucinda Williams, Billy Bob Thornton and final contributions from Jeff Beck […]
THE WOLFE BROTHERS ANNOUNCE LIVIN’ THE DREAM TOUR OF NEW ZEALAND. SET TO ROCK AUCKLAND, WELLINGTON & CHRISTCHURCH THIS SEPTEMBER
Australian country rock band, The Wolfe Brothers, are thrilled to unveil their Livin’ The Dream debut tour of New Zealand, bringing their high-energy performances to Kiwi fans across dates this September.
Niall Horan – Spark Arena: April 26, 2024 (Concert Review)
NIALL HORAN played to a packed and excited Spark Arena crowd, bringing his much anticipated tour to his substantial New Zealand fan base. Supported by British singer/songwriter BIRDY, it was a fab Friday night out. Carin Newbould was there to see “The Show”.
Voodoo Bloo – I Don’t Want This Scene To End: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Indie Rock band Voodoo Bloo release their funky new single, “I Don’t Want This Scene to End”. Voodoo Bloo smash out their 3rd single from the upcoming 3rd album.
Bloodbags, Echo Ohs & The Ideas – Whammy Backroom: April 26, 2024
Stalwarts, yes stalwarts of the Tamaki Makaurau punk, not-punk, scene, rock ‘n’ roll rascals Bloodbags were to be joined by not tahi, one, but rua, two fellow noisy bands, Echo Ohs and The Ideas. Sadly, COVID is still with us (though thanks to Jacinda’s leadership, not murderously) so toru, three became rua as Echo Ohs […]
Tom Lark – Dumb Luck: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Aotearoa artist Tom Lark (Shannon Fowler) is back with a brand new single, Dumb Luck. The track is the first release from the Ōtautahi-born, Tāmaki Makaurau-based artist since 2023’s Brave Star.
New Music Friday: 13th Floor New Album Picks: April 26, 2024
New Music Friday is here again and we’ve got five new releases we think you should hear, including a few of our favourite artists!
Psycho Gab Perform Gabben at The 13th Floor: Singles Session
Tāmaki Makaurau-based neo-soul band Psycho Gab have today released their lush sophomore single Gabben and here are two of them to perform it live at The 13th Floor.
Anna Coddington – Kātuarehe: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Anna Coddington (Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Te Arawa) returns with the new single, Kātuarehe. The track is the first taste of a new album from Coddington, which is set for release to coincide with Matariki this year, an occasion marking the Māori new year.
Chris Isaak – Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre: April 24, 2024 (Concert Review)
A last minute venue change landed Chris Isaak and his band at the more intimate Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre here in Auckland as Chris and the band closed out their tour in style.