Ekko Park
By Ben Doy
Today sees the release of Ekko Park's highly anticipated second album Know Hope. The new record, which features the singles Validation and Probable Cause, follows the band's 2013 release Tomorrow Tomorrow Today, which was nominated for two New Zealand Music Awards in 2014.
Laura Marling
By Wal Reid
Artist: Laura Marling
Date / Venue: Friday October 23rd, 2015 - The Powerstation, Auckland
Villainy
By Ben Doy
Last month Villainy released their highly anticipated sophomore album 'Dead Sight'; the follow up to their impressive 2012 debut release 'Mode. Set. Clear'. Consisting of James Dylan, Neill Fraser, Dave Johnston and Thom Watts, I had a quick chat with Neil and find out some more about the new album and what the band have been up too.
Avalanche City
By Megan Blackwell
Artist: Avalanche City
Date / Venue: Friday October 16th, 2015 - Mercury Theatre, Auckland
METZ
By Ben Doy
The St. Jerome's Laneway Festival is returning to Auckland in 2016, once again taking place at the fantastic Silo Park in Wynyard Quarter. Among the fantastic acts appearing at the festival is the Toronto 3-piece METZ.
Interview - Boyz II Men
By Wal Reid
One of the most influential R&B groups to have entered the world of music, American vocal group Boyz II Men are touring New Zealand this weekend, playing Auckland (sold out) and Wellington.
Russell Brand
By Jake Ebdale
Artist: Russell Brand
Date / Venue: Wednesday October 14th, 2015 - Vector Arena, Auckland
Parabola West
Raglan based singer-songwriter Parabola West is releasing her new single 'Fire' this Friday October 16th, with a special release showcase at Galatos in Auckland (see details at the bottom of this page).
Jon Toogood
By Stella Gardiner
Artist: Jon Toogood
Date / Venue: Friday October 9th, 2015 - The Tuning Fork, Auckland
The Paper Kites
By Wal Reid
Artist: The Paper Kites
Date / Venue: Saturday October 10th, 2015 - The Powerstation, Auckland
Ritesh Vaghela
A Fine Balance is an explosive offering bringing over 20 cast members to the stage in an enduring tale of 1970s India and the effects of the state of emergency rule. Four strangers are thrust together, forced to share one cramped apartment as they shift from distrust to friendship and from friendship to love.