Connan Mockasin Announces Headline Dates In Five Centres
After a stand of three Auckland concerts that sold out in minutes in January, Connan Mockasin is hitting the road across Aotearoa for the first time in eight years this summer for a select run of headline shows.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Moby – Like A Motherless Child
Moby has a new album on the way, his third in as many years. Due out March 2nd, it is titled Everything Was Beautiful And Nothing Hurt. Along with the announcement of this latest release comes a new song. Check out the video for Like A Motherless Child. Everything Was Beautiful, And Nothing Hurt Tracklist: 01. Mere […]
Jack Johnson – Villa Maria Winery December 10, 2017
After weeks of clear skies and hot weather, the clouds gathered and rain threatened just as Jack Johnson was scheduled to perform at Auckland’s Villa Maria Winery. But tragedy was averted as the clouds parted and a good time was had by all. Some folks having, perhaps, too good of a time.
Future, Young Thug & More Added To ACL Lineup
Future and Young Thug headline the announcement of more artists for Auckland City Limits on 3 March 2017. The two Atlanta-bred rappers are amongst the biggest names in contemporary hip-hop and join Beck, Justice, Grace Jones and over thirty more acts for the five stage, full day music festival at Western Springs.
Kesha Announces Australian & New Zealand Tour For March / APRIL 2018
Kesha is bringing her critically acclaimed ‘Rainbow Tour’ to Australia and New Zealand in early 2018, kicking off in Perth on 26th March at Metro City and hitting Sydney, Auckland and Adelaide, before ending on 5th April in Melbourne at Margaret Court Arena.
Emily Fairlight – Golden Dawn December 9, 2017
With an album recorded in Austin, Texas and just about ready for release, Wellington-based singer/songwriter Emily Fairlight presented a few of those songs to a small, but appreciative crowd at Auckland’s Golden Dawn.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Blondie – Doom Or Destiny
The song’s been around since May, when Blondie’s Pollinator album was released, but the video for lead-off track Doom Or Destiny is brand new and its definitely worth checking out.
Watch: This Pale Fire at The 13th Floor!
This Pale Fire is the musical project of Auckland-based artist Corban Koschak.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Shovels & Rope feat. Nicole Atkins – Joey
Alt.country duo Shovels & Rope (Cary Ann Hearst & Michael Trent) have just released their new album of covers, Busted Jukebox Vol 2.
Robert Finley – The 13th Floor Interview
At age 63, Robert Finley is just hitting his stride. The Louisiana-born musician releases his new album, Goin’ Platinum!, today.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Beth Hart & Joe Bonamassa – Black Coffee
Beth Hart and Joe Bonamassa are back together and have recorded a new album entitled Black Coffee, to be released on January 28th.
Live & Direct From Beanblossom, Indiana, Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band Return To Auckland
Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band’s debut NZ tour in 2016 won over audiences with the exceptional slide guitar skills of the Rev himself along with his wife “Washboard” Breezy Peyton’s rhythmic washboard strumming accompanied by some boot stompin’ drums.
Human League & Pseudo Echo – Logan Campbell Centre December 6, 2017
It was time for another injection of eighties synth-pop as The Human League finally made their first trip to New Zealand, aided and abetted by Australia’s Pseudo Echo.
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – Whammy Bar December 6, 2017
It was a swelteringly hot Wednesday at Whammy Bar last night, the tiny venue packed to capacity with people along to see the first of four consecutive shows by Australian psych-rock phenomenon King Gizzard And The Lizard Wizard, with a few special guests to sweeten the deal.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Sufjan Stevens – Tonya Harding
Alt.rocker Sufjan Stevens has just released a new song titled Tonya Harding.
Downtown Boys – Whammy Bar December 5, 2017
Right now, the United States of America is being torn apart by ideas of hate, homophobia, racism and sexism. There is one politically motivated band out to destroy that creed, one song at a time. The hero band are the Downtown Boys and last night Auckland was very lucky to witness their destructive live show […]
Sia – Mt Smart Stadium December 5, 2017
The 13th Floor sent Auckland-based singer, songwriter and vocal coach Caitlin Smith off to see Sia last night. Here is her review… To say that I love Sia is an understatement. I am completely IN LOVE with Sia…. Always have been. Last night’s Mt Smart solo show was a redefinition of live musical performance. It […]
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: The Low Low – I Had The Thought
The Low Low is the musical project of Auckland’s Catherine Walker. Her new EP, Birthday At The Beach, was just released yesterday.
Sleeping With Sirens Announce Auckland Show
US rockers Sleeping With Sirens will play a one-off concert in Auckland at the Logan Campbell Centre on Sunday, April 29, 2018.
My Baby Announces New Zealand ‘Prehistoric Rhythm Tour’
After a very busy and successful 2017 which saw the release of their new album ‘Prehistoric Rhythm’ and well over 100 shows the band will once again embark on tour in New Zealand including festivals such as Splore, Coastella and Electric Avenue.