Traveller & Joshua Hedley – Tuning Fork October 15, 2017
The Southern Fork Americana Festival came to a rousing close last night with Traveller…Robert Ellis, Cory Chisel and Jonny Fritz…all well-known to Tuning Fork regulars…having a good ‘ol time on the stage together with their buddy Josh Hedley.
Me First and the Gimme Gimmes – Powerstation October 15th 2017
“You do not know how lucky you are to be here tonight” one Me First and the Gimme Gimmes fan told me before they took to the stage, I was skeptical but at the end could not have agreed more! he was right; so very, very right.
Pink- Beautiful Trauma (RCA)
The pop landscape is littered with petty feuds and watery attempts at reinvention. Amidst it all, P!nk stands out as one of the most consistently entertaining and forthright stars in the Top 40 since first hitting the charts in 2000.
Die! Die! Die! & The Beths – Whammy October 14, 2017
Die! Die! Die! celebrated the release of their new long player Charm Offensive with a sold out show at Auckland’s Whammy Bar. The 13th Floor sent reviewer Matt Lord and photographer Chris Zwaagdyk along. Here’s what they came back with…
Alison Moyet – Aotea Centre, October 14, 2017
The 13th Floor’s Simon Todd headed down to Auckland’s ASB Theatre to check out Alison Moyet’s NZ tour. Here’s what he encountered… I didn’t think I’d be seeing a 5-string bass solo last night, but that’s what happened, half-way through Hollie Smith’s super support set at the pretty much full Aotea Centre.
Jimmy Barnes Announces ‘Working Class Man: An Evening Of Stories & Songs’ National Tour
Jimmy Barnes’ highly anticipated new memoir Working Class Man will be accompanied by a special national tour it was announced today.
Watch: The Nanny Assis Band ft. Maggie Gould Perform Eh Preciso Perdoar
Here’s just the thing for your Sunday morning…Brazilian musician Nanny Assis leading his band through Eh Preciso Perdoar with Maggie Gould on vocals and Kevin Field on the piano.
NZ Music Hall of Fame to Induct Pop/Rock Icon Sharon O’Neill
Teased hair and rockstar flair defined a generation. But no-one pulled off the quintessentially 80’s look like Sharon O’Neill, who carved out a colourful and very successful musical career.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Bob Seger – Busload Of Faith
Yes, ol’ Bob Seger is still kickin’ and he’s got a new album coming out on November 17th. Its called I Knew You When and its dedicated to his old friend Glenn Frey who died last year.
New Telepathics – Golden Dawn October 13, 2017
The queue was around the corner last night as New Telepathics packed out the soon-to-close Golden Dawn to celebrate the release of their new single Goat Magic, cut from their upcoming album The End Of War.
Alison Moyet Q&A!
Alison Moyet is scheduled to perform in Auckland tonight. Although Monday night’s show in Christchurch is sold out, there are still a few tickets available to see her tonight at the ASB Theatre is Auckland.
Guy Buttery Debut NZ Tour For South African Guitar Legend
“Guy Buttery is something of a National treasure”, says South Africa’s leading newspaper The Mercury. As an internationally recognized musician, this multi-instrumentalist enjoys invitations to play sell-out performances all over the globe. The USA, UK, Australia, France, Brazil, and Italy have all welcomed him back year after year. For the very first time, this multi-award […]
Son Volt Tuning Fork October 13, 2017
I must admit that when I saw that Jay Farrar was reviving the Son Volt name a decade or so ago, without any other original members, it kinda seemed like beating a dead horse. But, after witnessing their live set at The Tuning Fork last night, it seems that horse is very much alive […]
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Head Like A Hole – The End Of Life
Head Like A Hole come roaring back with the video for their new single The End Of Life. Sounding like he’s channeling the ghost of Lemmy, front man Booga Beezley and his bandmates lay down a heavy groove. The video, directed by Marc Swadel, was shot in Auckland, Christchurch, Whanganui and Italy.
deadmau5 To Headline Summerfest
OUR:HOUSE Presents are stoked to announce the festival to kickstart your summer, OUR:HOUSE SUMMERFEST 2017!
Watch: The Nanny Assis Band Ft. Maggie Gould Perform Odara
The 13th Floor cameras have been busy this week. A few days ago we set them up at the Kenneth Myers Centre in downtown Auckland. The reason? To record a session with award-winning Brazilian musician and songwriter Nanny Assis. Nanny and his band, featuring vocalist Maggie Gould and pianist Kevin Field are currently touring New […]
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Julia Deans – Walking In The Sun
Start your day with the cascading vocals of Julia Deans. Walking In The Sun is Julia’s new single, released today.
Watch: Justin Townes Earle Perform Graceland at The 13th Floor!!
While in Auckland for the Southern Fork Americana Festival, Justin Townes Earle stopped by The 13th Floor to talk to Marty Duda about playing with The Sadies and recording his latest album, Kids In The Street. He also treated us with a version of Paul Simon’s Graceland. Check it out…then head on down to The […]
Watch: Declan O’Rourke Perform Galileo at The 13th Floor!
Acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter Declan O’Rourke is currently touring New Zealand. Although he has scheduled no dates in Auckland, he did stop by The 13th Floor Studio a few days ago to play a few songs and talk to Marty Duda.
Altmusic Presents: BRÖTZMANN / LEIGH NZ Tour 2017
Altmusic and the Audio Foundation are proud to present a nationwide tour of renowned saxophone/pedal steel guitar duo, Brötzmann / Leigh.