Interview - Big Country
By Lorraine Warren
80’s rockers Big Country are currently in this part of the world - having just completed a tour in Australia and have now made it to New Zealand to perform a series of shows here.
Live Photos - Prophets of Rage - Auckland - 20th March 2018
Photos By: Megan Moss
Artist/Band: Prophets of Rage
Venue/City: Spark Arena, Auckland
Date of Event: 20/03/2018
Public Service Broadcasting announce NZ show
London-based band PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING have announced their first solo headline show in New Zealand. This is an unmissable chance to immerse yourself in the PSB rollercoaster of sound & vision.
Live Photos - WOMAD - New Plymouth - 16th-18th March 2018
Photos By: Trevor Villers
Artist/Band: Adrian Sherwood, Aldous Harding, Anoushka Shankar, Bixiga 70, Chico Trujillo, Constantinople, Daymé Arocena, Dragon, Ghada Shbeir, Havana Meets Kingston, Hopetoun Brown, Jamie McDowell & Tom Thum, Jojo Abot, Kamasi Washington, Lemon Bucket Orkestra, Le Vent Du Nord, My Bubba, Nano Stern, Noura Mint Seymali, Pat Thomas & Kwashibu Area Band, Rahim Alhaj Trio, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Spooky Men's Chorale, The Miltones, The Slacks, Thievery Corporation, Tinariwen, Victoria Hanna, Violons Barbares
Venue/City: Bowl of Brooklands, New Plymouth
Date of Event: 16 - 18 March 2018
Carl Barron Australia's biggest selling comedy performer announces NZ tour
Carl Barron, arguably the most successful and accomplished comedy performer in Australia, is set to make a welcome return to New Zealand this April/May
The Umbilical Brothers bringing new show to NZ 'Not Suitable For Children'
Everyone’s favourite elastic Australian comedy duo, The Umbilical Brothers are back with a brand new show.
The return of hilarious award-winning storyteller Jamie Bowen
He’s been on TV, 7Days, The Comedy Gala, AotearoHA. So you can trust he know what he’s doing, you’re in safe hands with this award-winning professional.
David Correos - Oh boy, what is the risk assessment going to be like this time
After winning the 2016 Billy T Award, David Correos has gone from strength to, well, even more strength.
Rejjie Snow bringing tour to NZ & Australia
Irish rapper Rejjie Snow has announced his debut Australian and New Zealand tour.
Comedian James Smith set for NZ show
Now James Smith presents his debut New Zealand show Pleasure Enthusiast this May for one night only at SKYCITY Theatre on Saturday, May 5.
Night Lovell announces first ever NZ Show
Hip hop prodigy Night Lovell will play his first ever New Zealand show this May.
Sixties soul legend PP Arnold announces Auckland show
PP Arnold is a legend! The Los Angeles teenager, who became London’s First Lady of Soul after hitting town in 1966 with Ike & Tina Turner and coming to the attention of Mick Jagger, is still going strong.
Australia promoters Secret Sounds release statement regarding gender diversity
Secret Sounds, the promoters behind Australian festivals Splendour In The Grass and Falls Festival, have released a statement concerning gender balance at festivals.
MMF NZ announce Direct to Fan Seminar in Christchurch
The NZ Music Managers Forum have announced a vital seminar for their Christchurch members about Direct to Fan Marketing and Promotion, on Tuesday 27th March from 6pm to 8pm.
Celine Dion confirms 3rd Auckland show
New Zealanders have confirmed that absence does indeed make the heart grow fonder, with tickets to Celine Dion’s first Auckland shows in over two decades being snapped up swiftly by fans across the country!
Australia's Stella Donnelly gets Kiwi Charlotte Evans and a NZ cast on board for 'Mechanical Bull' video
Rising star of the Australian folk-rock scene Stella Donnelly is in high demand, inking a deal with influential US indie label Secretly Canadian, and booking dates in America for SXSW and her first US tour next month.
Live Photos - Rock The Park - Auckland - 10th March 2018
Photos By: Trevor Villers
Artist/Band: Head Like A Hole (HLAH), Villainy, Dead Favours, The Datsuns
Venue/City: Grey Lynn Park, Auckland
Date of Event: 10/03/2018
Michael Bolton bringing his Symphony tour to Auckland
Multiple Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter and social activist, Michael Bolton has announced he will be returning to New Zealand, performing at The Civic Theatre for one night only on June 19.
Live Photos - Neil Finn with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra - Auckland - 9th March 2018
Photos By: Trevor Villers
Artist/Band: Neil Finn with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra
Venue/City: Silo Park, Auckland
Date of Event: 09/03/2018
Finalists revealed for 2018 Taite Music Prize
Independent Music NZ (IMNZ) have announced that the finalists for the Taite Music Prize 2018 have been confirmed.