The East Pointers Announce New Zealand Tour w/ Special Guest Mel Parsons
JUNO-Award winning Canadian trio The East Pointers released their second album, What We Leave Behind in late September, and today announced their return to New Zealand in January 2018 for a run of dates with NZ luminary, Mel Parsons.
Sam Outlaw – The Tuning Fork, 30 November 2017
Hard to believe that Sam Outlaw has only been doing this music thing for the last few years, with just two albums under his belt. He took the stage, alongside guitarist/vocalist Molly Jenson, at The Tuning Fork last night like he’s been doing this his whole life, jumping into a solid set of southern California […]
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Alayna – Bliss
Kiwi-born artist Alayna grew up in Rotorua, but now calls New York City her home. Her latest single is Bliss, just released this week.
Watch: This Pale Fire Perform Northern Lights at The 13th Floor
This Pale Fire, the musical project of Auckland-based singer/songwriter Corban Koschak, is due to release his debut long player, Alchemy, tomorrow.
The Weeknd – Spark Arena November 29, 2017
Last night at Spark Arena proved a real treat. Abel Makkosen Tesfaye, better known to the legions of fans and devotees as The Weeknd, proved that he is indeed the current king of modern RnB with his spectacular voice and beautiful stage lighting and visuals.
Watch: Troy Kingi Performs Grandma’s Rocket Poem at The 13th Floor
Yesterday, Troy Kingi released his second album, the P-Funk inspired Shake That Skinny Ass All The Way To Zygertron.
P.O.D. Announce 2018 NZ Tour
Boom! Here comes the Boom! With over 12 Million Records sold Worldwide American hard rockers P.O.D. make their triumphant return to NZ for their first headline tour since 2002 to perform highlights from their hugely successful album Satellite – “Alive”, “Youth Of The Nation”, “Boom”, “Satellite” and plus other Hits.
Guitar Wolf – Ruben’s House November 27, 2017
13th Floor concert reviewer Ruben Mita was in an enviable position last night. Instead of going out to review Guitar Wolf on their current NZ tour, the Japanese rock & roll trio came to him, playing in his lounge. Here’s Ruben’s report…
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Troy Kingi – Aztechknowledgey
Troy Kingi releases his new album, Shake That Skinny Ass All The Way To Zygertron today. The ambitious second record is a concept album that explores galactic sci-fi themes and draws inspiration from 70’s funk pioneers Parliament/Funkadelic.
Estere – The 13th Floor Interview
Wellington musician Estere Dalton is about begin her My Design (Part 1) Release Tour, starting in her hometown on December 1. Tim Gruar had a bit of a catch-up with Estere prior to getting this show on the road.
The Human League – The 13th Floor Interview
It’s been 37 years since 17-year-old Susan Ann Sulley was spotted by Phil Oakey in a Sheffield nightclub with her friend Joanne Catherall and recruited to join The Human League. 37 years later and Susan is still a member of The Human League and still living in Sheffield. The 13th Floor’s Marty Duda spoke to […]
Wolves In The Throne Room (USA) AUS/NZ Tour April 2018
LIFE IS NOISE are proud to announce the return of WOLVES IN THE THRONE ROOM to east coast Australian shores for the first time since 2010, as well as their first visits to Perth and New Zealand.
Music and Movies in Parks 2018
Grab your chilly bin and get your picnic blanket ready as there’s an unmissable line-up of free outdoor music and movies coming to a park near you this summer.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: The Rolling Stones – Roll Over Beethoven
Here’s a previously unreleased live version of Chuck Berry’s Roll Over Beethoven performed by The Rolling Stones on October 26th, 1963 for the BBC’s Saturday Club programme.
Feist – Powerstation November 25, 2017
Auckland experienced a musical Canadian invasion last night. While Toronto’s Shawn Mendes was putting smiles on pop fans’ faces at Spark Arena, Alberta-based Leslie Feist dazzled a spellbound crowd with her musicianship and songwriting skills.
Shawn Mendes – Spark Arena November 25, 2017
Last night in Auckland, Canadian pop star Shawn Mendes brought down the house at a packed Spark Arena, packed to the gunnels with many adoring and appreciative fans with his boyish charm and musical ability that didn’t fail to bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Eric Benet – The Studio November 24, 2017
Anyone who has recorded with George Duke, my favourite R & B/jazz pianist who recently passed away, has to be someone special, and Eric Benet did not disappoint.
Glen Matlock – Tuning Fork November 24, 2017
All the old punks, and a few new ones, gathered at Auckland’s Tuning Fork last night to spend some time with a Sex Pistol. Original bass player Glen Matlock put on a solo acoustic show that may have put off folks looking for a night of anarchic anthems.
The Salad Boys Announce NZ Tour for “This Is Glue “Album Release
Ahead of their next international tour in 2018, The Salad Boys Announce NZ Tour for “This Is Glue “Album Release (January 19th)
13th Floor New Song Of the Day: Soccer Practise – Big Bad Wolf
Auckland-based alt-electronic band Soccer Practise release their self-titled debut album today.