The Shins announce NZ show
US indie rock pioneers The Shins are returning to New Zealand for one show at Auckland’s Powerstation this November. One of the most significant indie bands of the 21st century, this will be their first show on our shores in ten years.
Sia announces talent-packed line-up for her Auckland show
She needs no introduction - and nor do the acts that Sia has revealed she will be sharing the stage with when she plays her first-ever New Zealand concert.
Ha The Unclear announced as support for The Dandy Warhols NZ tour
The irrepressibly energetic and fascinatingly odd Auckland band, Ha The Unclear have been announced as support for The Dandy Warhols on their NZ tour next week.
Justin Townes Earle announces 2nd Auckland show
Due to popular demand, The Southern Fork Americana Fest is excited to announce that a second Justin Townes Earle show has been added on Thursday October 12th.
Alexis Taylor from Hot Chip announces solo Auckland show
Known as the lead vocalist of Grammy-nominated indietronica act Hot Chip, Alexis Taylor will share his intimate piano work at The Tuning Fork on October 18th in a pared-down solo show featuring his critically acclaimed solo material along with a sprinkling of his favourite covers and reinterpretations of much-loved Hot Chip hits.
Greg Johnson & Mel Parsons announce NZ tour
Greg Johnson and Mel Parsons – a dream New Zealand tour of songs and swagger takes place over 9th - 26th November with 11 dates from north to south.
Rodrigo Amarante cancels NZ show
Rodrigo Amarante’s show at The Tuning Fork on Saturday 16th September. Due to scheduling conflicts that are beyond his control, Rodrigo will no longer be able to travel to New Zealand this year.
Shawn Mendes set for MTV Unplugged
After making its way to New Zealand earlier this year for the very first time, MTV Unplugged is back with a new instalment of its groundbreaking Grammy and Emmy award-winning MTV Unplugged franchise, featuring multi-platinum, award-winning singer/songwriter and 2017 Video Music Awards nominee and performer, Shawn Mendes.
The Clean to be inducted into the New Zealand Music Hall Of Fame
APRA will honour the contribution The Clean have made to music in Aotearoa when Hamish Kilgour, David Kilgour, Robert Scott, and Peter Gutteridge are inducted into the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame at the 2017 APRA Silver Scroll Awards.
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.
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.
Rescheduled Tour Dates for Lionel Richie and CHIC featuring Nile Rodgers
Fans of Lionel Richie and Chic featuring Nile Rodgers, please be advised that due to changes in the international touring schedule, the forthcoming massive All the Hits New Zealand tour will now take place in April 2018.