Interview - Peter Hook
By Stella Gardiner
Last week I caught up with Peter Hook ahead of returning down under for Australasian leg of the Joy Division and New Order Substance tour. We had a great chat about the spirit of punk, what it takes to write a book and why shows like the X-factor are so unhealthy…
Live Photos - Midnight Oil - Auckland - 9th September 2017
Photos By: Megan Moss
Artist/Band: Midnight Oil
Venue/City: Spark Arena, Auckland
Date of Event: 09/09/2017
Roger Waters adds second Auckland show
Rock icon Roger Waters announced last week that he will be bringing his critically acclaimed US + THEM tour to New Zealand in January 2018 - touring here for the first time since his phenomenal The Wall Live broke sales records in 2012.
Interview - The Black Seeds
By Poppy Tohill
Long established as one of New Zealand’s finest acts, South Pacific reggae-soul legends, The Black Seeds are set to tour the country in September, following the release of their long awaited 6th studio album Fabric, (out today - Friday September 8th).
Niall Horan bringing his Flicker World Tour to Auckland
Niall Horan will bring his Flicker World Tour 2018 to New Zealand next June, with one show confirmed for Auckland.
New Zealand Music Producer Series returns to Auckland this October
The second New Zealand Music Producer Series (NZMPS) is returning to Auckland in October with two internationally renowned producers set to pass on their knowledge to New Zealand recording industry professionals.
Machine Gun Kelly & other big hitters join the Bay Dreams line-up
With Bay Dreams 2018 heading towards yet another sell-out year, promoters have today sealed its reputation as a ‘bucket list’ festival, announcing a second wave of exciting international and local acts.
Foo Fighters announce Australia & NZ tour
Hearts, minds and attendance records are set to be blown in January and February 2018 as Foo Fighters return to rock stadiums across Australia and New Zealand in support of their ninth studio album Concrete and Gold
Dragon announced for WOMAD 2018
Dragon are the first act to have been revealed for WOMAD 2018.
Drake announces 'Boy Meets World' tour of NZ & Australia
Following his phenomenally successful Boy Meets World tour across Europe, Grammy-Award winning and platinum-selling recording artist Drake today announced that he will be bringing the tour to Australia and New Zealand in November 2017.
Lindi Ortega set for Auckland show
The Tuning Fork is excited to announce the return of Canadian alt. country songstress Lindi Ortega to The Tuning Fork for one New Zealand show on Tuesday 14 November.
Bic Runga announces 3-date NZ tour
After receiving almost every musical honour in New Zealand, Bic Runga – our own fashionable music icon – continues her unparalleled career. Recently chosen as one of five finalists for the top Silver Scroll songwriting award, Bic once again proves that her creativity knows no bounds.
Minimal Silence wins Smoke-Free Rockquest
Minimal Silence from Howick College has won this year’s Smoke-free Rockquest.
Jack Johnson announces NZ show
Jack Johnson and his band return this summer playing all your favourite songs outdoors, under the stars, touring in support of his forthcoming studio album, All The Light Above It Too.
Live Photos - Dan Sultan - Melbourne - 02 September 2017
Photos By: Len Panecki
Artist/Band: Dan Sultan
Venue/City: The Forum, Melbourne
Date of Event: 02/09/2017
Auckland Theatre Company announces 25th anniversary season
Family in all its forms is the theme of Auckland Theatre Company’s (ATC) 2017/2018 progamme, announced yesterday.
Concert Review - Ariana Grande
Artist: Ariana Grande
Date / Venue: Saturday September 2nd, 2017 - Spark Arena, Auckland
Comedy duo Jono & Ben back to host 52nd Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards
Jono Pryor and Ben Boyce will once again take to the stage as the hosts of the 52nd Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards ceremony on Thursday 16 November.