Drax Project – Powerstation May 12, 2018
It was the second of two consecutive sold out shows at Auckland’s Powerstation as former Wellington buskers Drax Project brought their unique brand of modern pop music to town.
Sepultura and Death Angel Launch Sonic Assault at The Studio
Punters decked out in patched denim and band shirts packed into the Studio last night for a stellar lineup of thrash metal led by Sepultura and Death Angel. High expectations were met and exceeded!
Jimmy Barnes – Working Class Man: Stories and Songs – Spark Arena May 11, 2018
The heart of Ocka-rock, Jimmy Barnes, filled Spark Arena last night with more than just the sonic power of his scream. It was his spoken voice that was heard, recounting an honest, brutal and harrowing life story; one of surviving poverty, abuse, violence, alcoholism and addiction. There was blood on the floor and trailing out […]
Ry Cooder – The Prodigal Son (Fantasy Records)
Has one of the greatest guitarists found God or is he just borrowing a pew and a couple of psalm books? At 71, he may be getting on but going backwards to move forward has always been Ry Cooder‘s creative direction. New album The Prodigal Son might not be his best since the Buena Vista […]
Belphegor and Wiegedood – Whammy Bar May 10, 2018
Long-serving Austrian outfit Belphegor headed an eclectic lineup of extreme bands at the Whammy Bar in Auckland, NZ. Black metal was a common thread throughout the night but each act had engagingly varied takes on the grimness and noise.
New Song Of The Day: Courtney Barnett – Sunday Roast
Courtney Barnett serves up Sunday Roast as the fourth new song to be released from her upcoming new album, Tell Me How You Really Feel.
Beach House – 7 (Sub Pop)
Classic Dream Pop is the best music to fall asleep to. With its constant harmonies, slow tempos, drawn out droning, elegant distortion and gorgeously breathy vocals, good Dream Pop is akin to a lullaby sung by someone you loved as a child as you were nestled somewhere warm and safe. It can both ensnare and […]
Watch: Miho’s Jazz Orchestra’s 13th Floor Video Session!!
If you haven’t heard Miho’s Jazz Orchestra, you’re in for a treat!
New Song Of The Day: Sal Valentine – Cherry Blossom
Today we’re pleased to share with you the new single and video from Sal Valentine.
NZIFF Announces Feature Films Requested by Popular Demand
The New Zealand International Film Festival (NZIFF) today reveals a further five films of the 2018 programme, which will screen in Auckland from 19 July, and in Wellington from 27 July.
New Song Of The Day: The Beths – Future Me Hates Me
Today we are thrilled to discover the Auckland pop-punk quartet The Beths have released a video for their new single, Future Me Hates Me.
The Jungle Giants Return To New Zealand
One of the hottest acts in Australia right now, The Jungle Giants, have announced their return to Kiwi shores as part of their ‘Used To Be In Love’ tour, which takes its name from their latest single.
Portugal. The Man – Powerstation May 8, 2018
Portugal. The Man served up an exhilarating mashup for the ears and the eyes last night at Auckland’s Powerstation.
Estère: Grace, Beauty & Control (Interview)
Wellington-based producer, songwriter and performer Estère has just released her new album, My Design, On Others’ Lives.
New Song Of The Day: Deaf – Truancy
There’s plenty of new local music being released during New Zealand Music Month.
Review of Hotel California by the Eagles on RadioLIVE
Each Monday night, founder of The 13thFloor, Marty Duda, is a guest on RadioLIVE to share and chat about classic albums from the past. On this occasion, Marty and Mitch Harris check out the 1976 album Hotel California by the Eagles, where the title track continues to be one of the most loved songs on the planet.
Ray LaMontagne – Part Of The Light (RCA)
If you’re looking for Trouble you’ve come to the wrong place, Ray LaMontagne is on a musical odyssey and Part Of The Light is some trip.
Watch: Miss June Perform Aquarium at The 13th Floor
Brace yourself! Auckland band Miss June rocked The 13th Floor with their explosive performance of Aquarium.
The 13th Floor features Julia Deans
“What have you been doing all this time?”, that is the usual question for any artist that takes seven years to make an album. But, one would have to be in suspended animation or living under a rock not to know what Julia Deans has been up to. She’s been virtually omnipresent.
New Song Of The Day: Childish Gambino – This Is America
Donald Glover, aka Childish Gambino, has just released this powerful new song and video.