Eric Benet: The 13th Floor Interview
Self-styled “old school” R&B/soul singer Eric Benet is making his way down under for his very first New Zealand performance at The Studio in Auckland on November 24th. Benet has just released his new, self-titled, album and his itching to play it for Kiwi fans. The 13th Floor’s Marty Duda spoke to Eric Benet a […]
Bootsy Collins – World Wide Funk (Mascot)
“‘C’mon Baby,” sings Big Daddy Kane on Bootsy’s Hot Saucer “You really touch my soul/You got that jelly and you’re making it roll!” This track is one of a full funk set, with deep groovy bass, Parliamentary guitar licks and full-on pre-disco. Bootsy’s back after a 6-year hiatus and he’s gonna party like it’s 1972! […]
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Elbow – Golden Slumbers
Elbow’s Guy Garvey’s voice is perfectly suited for this Beatles tune, originally part of the medley that took up most of side two of Abbey Road.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Empire Of The Sun – Way To Go
Empire Of The Sun have just released a new EP, On Our Way Home, and a new video for the track Way To Go.
Watch: Greg Johnson at The 13th Floor
Greg Johnson stopped by The 13th Floor to play a couple of songs and talk to Marty Duda about his current NZ tour with Mel Parsons.
Sam Outlaw – Tenderheart (Six Shooter)
After serving up a critically-acclaimed debut album produced by Ry Cooder, Southern California cowboy Sam Outlaw takes a surprise musical turn on his follow-up.
GZA – Concert Photos November 11, 2017
Wu-Tang man GZA performed at The Studio on Auckland’s K Road last night.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Elvis Costello – You Shouldn’t Look At Me That Way
New music from Elvis Costello is something of a rarity these days. But the former Declan MacManus has just released You Shouldn’t Look At Me That Way.
R.I.P. Fred Cole of Dead Moon
We are very sad to hear that Fred Cole has died at the age of 69. Fred, with his long-time wife Toody, made some great rock & roll under various names, most notably Dead Moon.
Lindi Ortega Kickstarts Her Career
Canadian singer/songwriter Lindi Ortega is due to return to Auckland’s Tuning Fork this coming Tuesday, November 14th. Lindi will be here after releasing her EP, Til The Goin’ Gets Gone earlier this year. That EP was very nearly Lindi’s last recorded work, as she was considering giving up music, at least professionally. But fortunately she […]
Lord Echo – Hollywood Cinema November 10, 2017
After a string of performances through Europe and Japan in promotion of his third album Harmonies, Wellington producer and multi-instrumentalist Lord Echo finally brought his album release tour for a night of funk, groove and disco to the people of Auckland.
Greg Johnson & Mel Parsons – Tuning Fork November 10, 2017
Sometimes, just for a night, the middle of the road doesn’t seem like such a bad place. Sometimes derivative can be comforting and even forgettable can be entertaining in the moment. Last night at the Tuning Fork was such a night, as established Kiwi songwriters Mel Parsons and Greg Johnson shared the bill for the […]
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Eminem ft. Beyonce – Walk On Water
Yes, that’s right Eminem and Beyonce have collaborated! The result is Walk On Water, a rather introspective tune produced by Rick Rubin.
LORDE | Sunday 12 November Show To Be Relocated To Bruce Mason Centre. Tues 14 + 15 November Powerstation Shows Now 18+
Frontier Touring and Eccles Entertainment regret to advise that for reasons beyond their control, licensing complications at Auckland’s Powerstation will require the relocation of Lorde’s upcoming concert on Sunday 12 November which will now take place at Bruce Mason Centre in Takapuna.
Marky Ramone: The 13th Floor Interview
For over 15 years, Marky Ramone (aka Marc Bell), pounded the skins for The Ramones. During that time he played over 1700 shows and recorded 10 albums with the legendary punk rockers including Road To Ruin, End Of The Century and the soundtrack for Rock & Roll High School. With Joey, Johnny, Tommy and Dee […]
Marlon Williams – Pt. Chevalier RSA November 9, 2017
After eight months overseas, Marlon Williams returns to New Zealand for a series of shows to generate excitement for the release of his second long player, Make Way For Love due out February 16th.
Shed Seven – Instant Pleasures (Liberator)
Former 1990s Britpop darlings Shed Seven return with Instant Pleasures, their first new album in 16 years. The York-based band, led by the uber-cool frontman Rick Witter, were a dominant UK singles force in the late 1990’s, with a passionate fanbase affectionately known as, “Shed Heads”. This will be their fifth studio album and sees […]
Sibling Trio Kitty, Daisy & Lewis Set To Return To New Zealand
Blind Tiger Touring is pleased to announce the return of Kitty Daisy & Lewis to New Zealand shores this summer.
Angel Olsen Gives A Track-By-Track Rundown Of Her New Album To 13th Floor
Angel Olsen releases her new album Phases today, a collection of previously unheard songs, B-sides and demos recorded over the last few years. The 13th Floor’s Marty Duda spoke to Angel Olsen yesterday about the album, and more specifically, about each of the 12 tracks that make up Phases.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Kimbra – Top Of The World
Kimbra has released the second single from her upcoming album, Primal Heart, due out January 19th.