Watch: 13th Floor MusicTalk with John Dwyer of Osees
With the band’s 23rd album just released we talk to John Dwyer of Osees (or The Ohsees, The Oh Sees, Thee Oh Sees, or Oh Sees) to discuss Panther Rotate, released hot on the heels of the band’s previous album, Protean Threat, just out in September.
New Song Of The Day: Isla Noon – Summer In August
Better late than never! Things are a bit slow on the new music front so we thought we’d bring this little gem to your attention that was released a couple of weeks ago. Its Summer In August and it is by Auckland’s Isla Noon.
Film Review: The Dry Dir: Robert Connolly
Starring: Eric Bana, Genevieve O’Reilly, Keir O’Donnell Perhaps not the feel-good film folks may be looking for to start the new year with…The Dry brings us a world of dust, death, deceit and disillusion.
New Song Of The Day: Radio Days – I Got A Love
We continue to scour the planet for the best new music. Today, it’s over to Milan, Italy where Radio Days have just released I Got A Love.
Watch: Good Habits at The 13th Floor
Amanda Palmer isn’t the only overseas artist to be stuck in New Zealand. Here are UK alt-folk duo Good Habits who have been in NZ since early this year.
New Song Of The Day: SZA – Good Days
Boxing day…a day to chill. Here’s a new track from SZA that’s chill-appropriate.
New Song Of The Day: Thee Golden Geese – Xmas Sux
Merry Christmas…ya filthy animals! Here’s season’s greetings from Auckland’s own Thee Golden Geese.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Emily Rice – Over Time
Here’s Auckland gal Emily Rice’s latest single and here’s a review from The Reverend:
Concert Review: Muroki, Tuning Fork, 18 December 2020
Muroki is another young New Zealand musician who is setting up for a meteoric rise in attention. He certainly has the goods for it as he shows tonight with his well-drilled band. A good friend of Benee who has done exactly the same thing. He is the first signing to her brand-new record label. Elton […]
Watch: 13th Floor MusicTalk with Brian Lisik
Today we take you to Canton, Ohio and introduce you to Brian Lisik and his new album, Güdbye Stoopid Whirled.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Bootsy Collins – Creepin’
Tis the time of the year when we ask ourselves…”What’s Bootsy doin’?”. The answer is Creepin’.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Iggy Pop – Dirty Little Virus
Leave it to Iggy Pop to come up with the perfect holiday tune!
Album Review: Paul McCartney – McCartney III (Capitol)
There are worse ways to end a year musically than with a new Paul McCartney album. And his McCartney III adds a nice touch to an otherwise “challenging” 2020.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Neil Young – Goodbye Christians On The Shore
Maybe “new” is exactly accurate, but chances are you haven’t heard this Neil Young song recorded almost 50 years ago…until now.
Concert Review: Grounded Sounds – Tuning Fork December 18, 2020
A special show tonight. Six acts. Daffodils, LA Women, Rei, LAIIKA, Spaces and Sophie & Sam. From the freshly minted to the already-seasoned. Brought together courtesy of Music Helps. A charitable organisation formed in 2012 to assist musicians, and to help in times of distress.
Film Review: Dreamland Dir: Miles Joris-Peyrafitte
Starring: Margot Robbie, Finn Cole, Travis Fimmel Back to the future with this Depression-era crime drama firmly set well within the world of Bonnie & Clyde.
Concert Review: Dead Famous People – Whammy Bar December 19, 2020
With Christmas just around the corner, revelers were in force last night all around Auckland. But folks who attended the 95bFM Wine Cellar & Whammy Bar Xmas Party 2020 had a chance to see a bit of Kiwi music history in the making.
13th Floor Stupid Song Of The Day: Eric Clapton – Stand And Deliver
Oh dear…words by Van Morrison, sung by Eric Clapton…how far the mighty have fallen. This piece of watered-down “blues-rock” is making the rounds today.
Concert Review: Miles Calder and Being – The Wine Cellar November 18, 2020
While wild rock & roll was raging next door at Whammy, things were decidedly more mellow at The Wine Cellar last night.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Ringo Starr – Here’s To The Nights
With Paul McCartney having just released his new album, here’s Ringo Starr with a new song, and what do you know…Paul’s on it, along with a virtual army of guests.