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Vince Staples – The Studio January 13, 2018

A sold out all-ages crowd, originally destined for Powerstation, squished sweatily and excitably into The Studio, percolating in anticipation of Vince Staples taking the stage. Touring on the back of last year’s Big Fish Theory, Staples was preceded by his reputation for rapidly changing  styles and incisive lyrics. 

The Ruby Suns – Golden Dawn January 13, 2018

  Ryan McPhun brought his latest incarnation of The Ruby Suns to Auckland’s Golden Dawn. It was hot, it was muggy and it was probably the last chance for the band to perform at the venue before it closes its doors in a couple of months.

Joey Bada$$ – Powerstation January 12, 2018

Joey Bada$$ has been compared to Nas…Illmatic era Nas. I can’t think of a more impactful introduction a young New York rapper could have. It’s justified, too. His recorded output displays the skill, the lyrical richness, depth of theme and emotional honesty that deserve such audacious comparisons.

Salad Boys: The 13th Floor Interview

Don’t be fooled by the name.  On first blush, ‘Salad Boys’, might appear to be the title of some left wing anarchic vegetarian collective or, worse, the cast of a 1930’s musical.  Thankfully, neither. The band, principally the brainchild of Christchurch-based Joe Sampson and a revolving collective of talented supporters, make brilliant indie music rooted […]

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