Watch: Mark Olson & Ingunn Ringvold Perform Spokeswoman Of The Bright Sun at The 13th Floor
You probably know Mark Olson from his work with The Jayhawks, or perhaps the Original Harmony Ridge Creekdippers. Nowadays Mark is making music with Norwegian musician Ingunn Ringwold, who is also his wife.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Julien Baker – Appointments
Memphis-based singer/songwriter Julien Baker, who was just in NZ this past July, has released a new song. It’s called Appointments and it will eventually appear in Julien’s second album, Turn Out The Lights, due October 26th.
Stalker, Stormforge & Bridge Burner – Thirsty Dog September 16, 2017
Power, speed and violence proclaimed the social media release for last night’s three-act gig, and it functioned as a pithy mission statement for the ethos of each act.
Mark Olson & Ingunn Ringvold – Wine Cellar September 16, 2017
Former Jayhawks front man Mark Olson and his wife and musical partner Ingunn Ringvold celebrated the release of their latest album, Spokeswoman Of The Bright Sun with an intimate show at Auckland’s Wine Cellar.
The Killers | Announce NZ & AU 2018 tour dates
Frontier Touring, Radio Hauraki and Triple M are thrilled to announce the return of The Killers to Australia and New Zealand in April and May 2018.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Julia Jacklin – Cold Caller
Today it’s new music from Julia Jacklin! The Australian singer-songwriter has just released a new 7″ and Cold Caller is one of of the two songs featured on that disc.
Reb Fountain – Tuning Fork September 15, 2017
What a night! After finally releasing an EP and full length album…tracks which were recorded six years ago…Reb Fountain and her band made up for lost time by putting on one of the finest shows of the year at Auckland’s Tuning Fork.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Bjork: The Gate
We’re always interested when Bjork has something new on offer. Today, the Icelandic goddess releases The Gate, the first track from her upcoming album, as yet untitled, due out in November.
Drake | Boy Meets World Akl show SOLD OUT! Second show added to meet demand.
Tickets to Drake’s Boy Meets World New Zealand show at Spark Arena sold out in a matter of seconds today!
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Dunes – Hard
NZ sister duo Dunes has just released the video for their new track, Hard. The video was directed by Benjamin Brooking and the song is set to appear on Dunes’ debut album, expected early next year.
Ane Brun – Leave Me Breathless (Balloon Ranger Records)
Leave Me Breathless is the seventh studio release from Norwegian born, Stockholm based musician Ane Brun. Brun is usually known for dark, introspective brooding work that challenges us and changes our perception. So what possessed her to take on a collection of covers, half of which are the some of the most appalling songs ever […]
R.I.P. Grant Hart of Husker Du
Husker Du drummer, vocalist and songwriter Grant Hart has died at age 56 due to liver cancer. The St Paul, Minnesota-based trio was part of a music scene in the 1980s that also spawned The Replacements and Soul Asylum.
Sia Announces Talent-Packed Line-Up For Her Mt Smart Stadium Show
She needs no introduction – and nor do the acts that Sia has revealed she will be sharing the stage with when she plays her first-ever New Zealand concert.
The Shins Return to NZ For One-off Headline Show This Nov
It is with great pleasure that Frontier Touring, 95bFM and Undertheradar announce that US indie rock pioneers The Shins are returning to New Zealand for one show at Auckland’s Powerstation this November. One of the most significant indie bands of the 21st century, this will be their first show on our shores in ten years.
The Bombay Royale – Run Kitty Run (Hope Street Recordings)
For those of you lucky enough to catch this multi-faceted band at WOMAD, Taranaki, a few years back, you’ll know what force they are on stage. Blending Bollywood and Lounge music with James Bond/The Man From Uncle kitsch and an endless array of Indian legends, stories and romance heroes this The Bombay Royale tell unique […]
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: The Lemon Twigs – Why Didn’t You Say That?
This should brighten up your day! It’s a new song from the D’Addario brothers…well, not exactly a new song as The Lemon Twigs recorded this track back in 2015. Its finally seeing the light of day on their Brothers Of Destruction EP due out on September 22nd on 4AD.
US Jazz Sensation David Friesen On Tour October 2017
David Friesen (USA) has recorded over 65 CD’s as a leader/ co-leader and appeared as a sideman or featured artist on more than 100 recordings.
Check Out Jacinda Ardern’s 13th Floor Radio Show!
With the election just a few days away it seems only right that we bring your attention to an old post. Back in September of 2013 Jacinda Ardern, then a 33-year-old Labour list MP, paid a visit to The 13th Floor to host a radio programme filled with her favourite tunes.
13th Floor New Song Of The Day: Mavis Staples – If All I Was Was Black
Here at the 13th Floor, we believe that when Mavis Staples has something to say, you should listen.
Watch: Mermaidens’ 13th Floor Video Session
Here it is! As promised, Mermaidens 13th Floor Video Session. The Wellington-based trio was in Auckland recently to perform at The Others Way Festival.