Kingsland Folk Club brings back 'Finger Picking Good' for second year
Kingsland Folk Club have announced that their super-sized show, Finger Picking Good, will be returning for its second year at The Wine Cellar on November 16th, featuring an eclectic lineup of their very favourite local acts.
Justin Hayward NZ tour kicks off this week
One of the world’s most celebrated prog-rockers, Justin Hayward – the legendary voice of The Moody Blues – is set for a three-concert tour of New Zealand.
Kelela announces Auckland show
One of the most talked about women in R’n’B right now, Kelela, has just announced her first-ever New Zealand show. The rising star will play The Studio in Auckland on January 19, 2018.
Downtown Boys to play Auckland show
Downtown Boys are heading to New Zealand to play one Auckland show at Whammy Bar this December.
SZA's Auckland show moved to larger venue
After the announcement of her first New Zealand appearance, Jersey-native SZA should have no doubt how much Kiwi’s love her after selling out her Powerstation show in under 15 minutes.
Mariah Carey confirms NZ & Australia dates
One of the world’s most loved and recognised voices, Mariah Carey, is heading down under, bringing her ‘#1s Tour’ to New Zealand and Australia this February.
Special guests revealed for Bic Runga's NZ tour
Bic Runga will be performing with a full band on her three-date New Zealand tour, where the first half of the show will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Drive, the second half featuring hits, favourites and her stellar guests.
Stevie Nicks adds second Auckland show
Superstar singer-songwriter Stevie Nicks is returning to New Zealand for an exclusive run of her 24 Karat Gold shows this November, with very special guests, The Pretenders.
Sam Smith announces one off Sydney show
Fresh from the announcement of his upcoming sophomore album The Thrill of It All and a stunning performance on Saturday Night Live, UK singer-songwriter Sam Smith is to play one special show at Sydney Opera House on Tuesday 16 January.
Frazey Ford to play NZ show
The East Vancouver-based singer songwriter exudes equal parts Americana, alt-country and soul.
Whammyfest returning for 2017
On the last weekend of October Whammy Bar will be celebrating 10 years with Whammyfest 2017.
P!NK announces Australia & NZ tour
Renowned around the world as one of the most dynamic live performers of her generation, international pop icon P!NK has announced her Beautiful Trauma World Tour will hit Australia and New Zealand in July – September of 2018.
The Winery Tour returning for 2018
The iconic summer tour refreshes for its 11th year with a new format featuring Annie Crummer, Che Fu, Jason Kerrison (Opshop), Betty-Anne Monga (Ardijah), Hollie Smith and Tami Neilson.
SZA's first NZ show sold out
SZA's first New Zealand show at The Powerstation sold out in just three minutes time.
MTV announces five nominees for the 2017 MTV EMA Best New Zealand Act
Bonafide Kiwi superstars David Dallas, Lorde, Maala, Stan Walker and TAPZ make up the five nominees all vying for the MTV EMA for Best New Zealand Act.
Modern Māori Quartet That's Us! album tour final shows
The award-winning Modern Māori Quartet are a good looking, suave contemporary Māori showband in the vein of forebears such as the Hi-Marks and The Howard Morrison Quartet.
E.P. Review - His Masters Voice The Devils Blues - Woman
By Gray Vickers
Released Friday September 29th, 2017 - Records DK
Taylor Swift leads nominations for 2017 MTV EMAs
MTV have announced the nominations for the 2017 MTV EMAs, with global pop icon Taylor Swift leading the pack.
A tribute to Rock and Roll legend Tom Petty
By Andra Jenkin
“Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. There’s not some trick involved with it. It’s pure and it’s real. It moves, it heals, it communicates and does all these incredible things.” Tom Petty
Finalists revealed for the 2017 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards
Auckland rap crew SWIDT lead the pack with six finalist nods for the 2017 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards which will be held at the Spark Arena on 16 November.