R.I.P. Clyde Stubblefield (The Funky Drummer)
We are sad to report the death of Clyde Stubblefield known also as The Funky Drummer, for his work with the James Brown Band in the late 1960s/early 70s. Clyde passed away at age 73 due to kidney failure. His playing on the 1970 James Brown track, Funky Drummer, is one of the most sampled […]
T2 Trainspotting – Dir: Danny Boyle
Starring: Ewan McGregor, Ewen Bremner, Jonny Lee Miller, Robert Carlyle T2 Trainspotting, the sequel to the ground-breaking 1996 film, got a preview screening last night at Auckland’s Broadway Newmarket Cinema. Along with a bevy of local “celebrities”, director Danny Boyle was on hand to say a few words before the film rolled.
Spirit House – Herald Theatre February 18, 2017
Herald Theatre 18 February 2017 Theatre Stampede & Nightsong Productions Spirit House is a play set in Nong Khai, a town in North-East Thailand. It follows four main characters and switches between 1932 and 2017, weaving the two storylines together. It is a theatrical riddle that keeps you guessing til the end.
Check Out These Orchestra Of Spheres Photos
Wellington psych-funk meisters Orchestra Of Spheres blew minds this past Friday at Auckland’s Rec. 13th Floor photographer Chris Zwaagdyk was on the scene and now shares his images with you. He also grabbed a few shots of Auckland band Kraus, who opened the show.
Jimmy Barnes – Full Rock Show Announced For Auckland’s Powerstation!
On the back of his nationwide Working Class Boy: An Evening of Stories and Songs spoken word tour, which saw standing ovations across sold out venues, Eccles Entertainment is excited to announce that Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes will be play one show only at Auckland’s Powerstation on Wednesday 29 March.
Watch: Echo Children Perform Forest Fires at The 13th Floor
Auckland-based quartet Echo Children celebrated the release of their new EP, This Was Our Fault, with a show at the Wine Cellar last night. A few days earlier the band stopped by the 13th Floor Studio to record a video session. We’ll have the entire session ready for you shortly. Meanwhile, enjoy this performance of […]
Jens Lekman – Life Will See You Now (Secretly Canadian)
A few years ago we were all entranced by the charming twee of Scottish team Belle & Sebastian, who’s material traversed the difficult subjects in their own faux-1960’s soundtrack kitsch-ness. Then, locally, Lawrence Arabia brought us more lush, slightly cheesy songs like Apple Pie Bed which he interlaced with some deliciously clever lyrics. At times […]
Check Out The New Video From Laura Marling
British singer-songwriter Laura Marling is expected to release her new album, Semper Femina, on March 10th. Today, Marling has posted a self-directed video for new song Next Time.
Neurosis – The Kings Arms, February 15, 2017
Wednesday the 15th of February 2017 was something of a historic moment; the first time in their 30 year history the experimental doom band Neurosis graced these shores. Rocking the Kings Arms nearly to the ground, Tove Partington went along for a highly anticipated night.
Midnight Oil | The Great Circle Tour | Two Monumental Shows Announced For New Zealand This September
Midnight Oil is more than just a rock & roll band. From the northern beaches of Sydney to the streets of Manhattan, they have stopped traffic, inflamed passions, inspired fans, broken new ground and now, this September; Eccles Entertainment is bringing you the band in the flesh! Midnight Oil will play two monumental New Zealand […]
Nadia Reid Shares Music Video “The Arrow and The Aim”
Fresh from a sold out run around the UK which culminated last night in an enraptured packed Hoxton Hall and just before she continues around Europe, Nadia Reid would like to share with you her new video for ‘The Arrow and The Aim’. Taken from her upcoming album ‘Preservation’, released this March on Spunk Records. Shot […]
Jens Lekman: The 13th Floor Interview
Today marks the release of Life Will See You Now, the fourth studio album by Swedish musician Jens Lekman.
Mavis Staples: Live In Concert at ASB Theatre
Mavis Staple will perform at Auckland’s ASB Theatre on Wednesday, April 19th. Pre-sale has started. GP on sale tomorrow.
Listen To The New Ryan Adams Album Now!
Ryan Adams’ latest album, Prisoner is due out on Friday, but you can stream it, in its entirety, right here, right now, thanks to the folks at NPR.
The B-52s & Simple Minds – Vector Arena February 14, 2017
Valentine’s Days 2017: Several thousand fans chose to spend the night with the music they love. Simple Minds and The B-52s were in town. The B-52s celebrating their 40th anniversary of their first show…also on Valentine’s Day. 13th Floor photographer Michael Flynn was doing what he loves…shooting musical performances. Judging by the results on display […]
Adam Ant Coming To Auckland’s Powerstation
Following sold out North American and UK tours, pop icon Adam Ant celebrates the 35th anniversary of his landmark ‘Kings of the Wild Frontier‘ album with a newly remastered album reissue and Australian and New Zealand tour.
Julia Jacklin Announces New Zealand Show
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2017 – Fresh from blowing away her audience at Auckland’s Laneway Festival in January, announces her return to New Zealand, playing the Tuning Fork on May 27 to celebrate the release of her acclaimed debut album, Don’t Let The Kids Win.
Minor Victories – Minor Victories (Orchestral Variations)
Ok, so when Damon Albarn tries out a new project (be it Gorillaz or The Good The Bad and The Queen, or any other concept) you expect something that will totally reset your clock. I was expecting the same from Rachel Goswell (Slowdive), Stuart Braithwaite (Mogwai) and main driver Justin Lockey and his brother James […]
Elbow – Little Fictions (Polydor)
Seven albums in and Elbow sound as engaged and enthusiastic about the music they create as ever. There is a maturity and richness to the musical layering on this album that rewards repeated listening. It really is the sound of a band at the top of their game.
Sampha – Process (Young Turks)
Process is the much-anticipated debut album by Sampha Sisay, a 28-year-old Londoner who has lent his voice in recent years to recordings by Solange, Drake, Kanye West and Frank Ocean. Now after a couple of EPs, he’s finally ready to step out front and centre on his own.