In the wake of Margaret Gordon’s Life In On Chord film documentary and ahead of a 7-date South Island solo tour, Shayne P. Carter performed at Auckland’s Double Whammy this past weekend with support from Louisa Nicklin and Jim Nothing.
The Phoenix Foundation made their way to Auckland to plays some songs, old and new, at Double Whammy. The 13th Floor’s Diana Phillips discovers the band and the venue, Chris Zwaagdyk takes the photos.
Even though Louisa Nicklin has been playing (and releasing) since at least 2019, she had not touched on my temporal world until I was fortuitous to see her opening for Princess Chelsea late last year. I was taken by what I heard and saw.
Louisa Nicklin has just released her new album, The Big Sulk, produced by none other than Shayne P Carter. Louisa played with Shayne in the most recent Dimmer reunion and you may have seen her on stage with The Mermaidens as well.
New Music Friday is upon us once more! Today we’ve got two new Kiwi releases for your consideration along with three others that might otherwise fall under the radar.
Acclaimed Tāmaki Makaurau-based artist Louisa Nicklin known for her introspective songwriting and captivating soundscapes, has released her latest single, Thick, alongside the announcement of her highly anticipated second album, The Big Sulk. Following the success of her self-titled debut album in 2021, Nicklin has established herself as a prominent figure in the music scene, garnering critical […]
Mermaidens celebrate the release of their new, self-titled album with a show at Auckland’s suitably-grand Hollywood Avondale theatre. The 13th Floor’s Karen McCarthy and Michael Jeong were there to catch all the action.
It’s been a long time, but 18 years after their NZ debut, Bright Eyes have returned to Auckland bringing their aptly-named For The First Time In Forever Tour to the Powerstation.
Another Auckland week abundant with gigs. We are truly blessed. Happy Mondays on Tuesday , Nile Rodgers and Chic in town Wednesday, and tonight Princess Chelsea and band at Neck of the Woods.
Louisa Nicklin returned to the Wine Cellar last night for a sold out show. Auckland fans got lucky on this Friday 13th as Ringlets made it feel like two headliners for the price of one.