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Thu 20 DEC
The self-confessed motley collection of musical
amigos hell-bent on a good time, the Corporate
Voice Experience is making your Christmas one to
remember. On the eve of the day the world is due
to end, make your fnal hours on earth count and
celebrate the bands eighth birthday.
Do you know whats better than a single this summer?
A combo package. Two of New Zealands fnest
musical roots/R&B acts team up and hit the road.
Straight out of the Waikato, Katchafre have been at
the forefront of Kiwi reggae for some 10 years, while
Ladi6 is our homegrown soul diva.
Im not sure if the bands name is trying to tell us
something on the worlds end, but lets be honest,
these guys have never been one to shy away from
controversy. Formed in California during the 80s,
outspoken vocalist Mike Muir has led the group
through almost 30 years of all kinds of metal.
Not content for one band to hog all the Christmas
party glory, Auckland pub The Kings Arms has put
together a bill flled with some of the best local music,
with many no strangers to the KA stage. As they
say, what better way to celebrate the birth of Jesus?
Guests include Voom, Shes So Rad and Three Bees.
Just like your suitcase back from a shopping spree
in Sydney, this show is jam packed with musicians.
Starring Delaney Davidson & Marlon Williams, Bernie
Griffen, The Bads, Bannerman, Great North, Farah
Loux, Bat Country, Bond Street Bridge and Callum
Gentleman.
Hmm, do you think Kora and The Nudge got wind of
what the aforementioned groups had planned? It
looks like double acts are the name of the game this
summer! Kora is always synonymous with the word
party. A natural companion, The Nudges soul infected,
psychedelic and bluesy sound is the perfect ft.
Ever been to a Feelers gig? Ive seen them entertain
the smallest crowd to a jam- packed stadium and
still bring the same energy and intensity to every
show. Youll know every hit, which is great, and theyll
always be room to get the lighters out for their more
mellow tracks.
Why look at the 21st as the end of the world? Why
not look at it as an age of spiritual transformation
marking the dawning of an era. With a name like So
So Modern, these guys know their stuff when it comes
to current and up-to-date sounds, so usher in the new
beginning the right way.
The title says it all and the organisers behind the
aptly-titled event thought why not end the world
going out with a bang construct a different kind of
misery. The show welcomes Metal Tower, Intergracia,
Blacktooth and The Fat Controller from around the
country to say sayonara to the world as we know it?
KATCHAFIRE & LADI6
SUICIDAL TENDENCIES
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KORA & THE NUDGE
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Vinyl appreciation at its best! These DJs are all about
the retro the best retro and for this Chirstmas
special, from midday to midnight, theyll have the
beats pumping. Featuring Barney Von Pavement, Arash,
Peter McLennan, Damon Pere, Owen the Jackal, The Nu-
telepathics, Jay Jeffrey, Oscar, Kirk James and more!
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GRANT HISLOP
editor
Jack White - Blunderbuss
David Byrne & St Vincent -
Love This Giant
Goodshirt - Skinny Mirror
Dr John - Locked Down
Alt-J - An Awesome Wave
GRETA GOTLIEB
desiGner
Opossom - Electric Hawaii
Sherpa - Lesser Flamingo
Kids of 88 - Modern Love
Dear Times Waste - Some Kind of Eden
Cool Rainbows - Reality and a Clue
JESS WILSON
director oF saLes
CVE It Is What It Is
Mumford & Sons Babel
Rage Against the Machine - Rage
Against the Machine XX (20th
Anniversary Edition)
Six60 Six60
Tali - Of Things to Come
TYLER HISLOP
editoriaL ManaGer
Alt-J - An Awesome Wave
Frank Ocean - Channel Orange
First Aid Kit Lions Roar
Purity Ring - Shrines
Jack White - Blunderbuss
KEVIN NOLAN
Music ManaGer
CVE It Is What It Is
Goodshirt - Skinny Mirror
Jack White - Blunderbuss
Sherpa Lesser Flamingo
Muse The 2nd Law
LAURA WEASER
suB editor
Calvin Harris - 18 Months
Labrinth - Electronic Earth
Lana Del Rey - Born to Die
Mumford & Sons - Babel
Rusko - Songs
NICK COLLINGS
upFM GeneraL ManaGer
Boys Noize - Out of the Black
Michael Jackson - Bad 25
Passion Pit - Gossamer
Purity Ring - Shrines
Regina Spektor - What We Saw from
the Cheap Seats
NICK DOUCH
account ManaGer
Delaney Davidson & Marlon Williams
- Sad But True
Old Crow Medicine Show - Carry Me Back
The Datsun - Death Rattle Boogie
The Sword - Apocryphon
Villainy - Mode.Set.Clear
CHARLIE SMITH
account ManaGer
Cancer Bats - Dead Set on Living
Decortica - 11811
Deftones - Koi No Yokan
Led Zeppelin - Celebration Day
The Datsuns - Death Rattle Boogie
[the name is enough!]
BRONTE TAYLOR
intern
Foo Fighters - Wasting Light
Lady Hawke - Anxiety
Lana Del Rey - Born to Die
Nightchoir - 24 hours of Night
Now, Now Threads
Jealous of their North Island counterpart, R&A returns
to Canterbury for 2012 for another amazing year.
To make it even easier, the festival organisers are
offering free onsite camping to all Rhythm and Alps
two-day festival ticket holders! Bonus round! The line-
up is out of control and the perfect sounds to enjoy
the east coast sunshine to.
Like legends of the old English round table, The
Knights are all about keeping order in the dub world
with their high-energy experience. The Knights, who
have shared the stage with heavyweights Katchafre,
Rhombus and The Black Seeds to name a few, provide
a quality performance with impeccable vocals, live
MCing, a punching horn section, heavy bass lines and
uplifting songs.
These guys are on the ultimate high winning six Tui
awards, a sold out show to celebrate the anniversary
of their debut album and recording with the APO. So
what better way to keep the high alive than go on a
summer tour? They are a killer live act, with unrivalled
energy guaranteed to get the party started.
The one and only festival in the vines celebrates
its 10th anniversary with a stellar line-up including
Kimbra, Netsky, Knife Party and The Presets. Join the
award-winning festival of the year in being the frst
to welcome 2013 in one of the best parties of the
southern hemisphere!
RHYTHM & ALPS
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Oooh, La de da, what makes your festival so great?
Well, maybe its because it boasts some of the
biggest names in international hip-hop, featuring the
legendary De La Soul and The Beatnuts from the US.
Dont forget the electronic stage and a whole lot of
Kiwi acts to round out a great festival!
It wouldnt be summer without Shihad turning up
somewhere. Jetting over from across the ditch, as well
as playing a few festivals along the way, the rockers
are also headlining their own tour to do things their
way. Recently releasing a greatest hits album, they
have frmly cemented themselves as Kiwi icons.
Its all about reggae, reggae, reggae with the
successful Bay of Plenty event back for its second
year. Its all about keeping it local, with 19 bands and
six DJs from right here in the heart of Aotearoa. This
year, the legendary Herbs, a household name in New
Zealand, make their frst appearance at Exodus
After the success of the inaugural Northern Bass at
Haruru Falls that saw thousands in attendance, the
organisers were fooded with demands to do it again.
Theres a selection of quality acts, where true bass
music connoisseurs have a place and event to suit
their needs.
You saw her on New Zealands Got Talent and she
was a huge hit with the judges. With a unique style,
sound and defnitely a look of her own, Mihirangi
didnt make it to the fnals, but she certainly left an
impression, with tours and shows lined up into 2013.
Check her out for yourself.
The Melbourne-based, Kiwi-manned/womanned
collective have played New Zealand numerous
times to increasing audiences and a wave of critical
acclaim. The Summer Stomp show sees King Cannons
choosing their favourite new bands as support their
headline performance.
Songwriter and guitarist Ruban Nielson mixes the
psychedelia with sharp soul touchstones in his new
group UMO. The group is riding on the high off recent
tours with Grizzly Bear and Weezer, as well as fnalist
positions the categories of Best Male Solo Artist and
Best Alternative Album at the Music Awards.
Still going after emerging on the scene in the 90s,
they Cant Get Enough of performing live shows.
Responsible for popular (and infectiously catchy)
anthems Scorpio Girls and Sitting Inside My Head,
its a show that will have you not only thrashing your
head from side to side, but also singing along.
The mighty Channel One Sound System bless
Wellington for the very frst time. Run by legendary
selector Mikey Dread and mic chanter Ras Kayleb,
and running for over 30 years at Londons Notting Hill
Carnival, Channel One have built a massive following
and gained respect as the leaders in roots and culture.
Metal fends rejoice! This is your destination for New
Year Eve activities. This year, the line-up has 20 bands
and two stages running this year, not to mention live
fesh hook suspension from the Skin Puppets, more
stalls, giveaways and activities, zombie go-go girls and
a huge range of food and beverages.
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Name one thing aside from Finnish people that
comes out of Finland? Nightwish! The group brings
their dramatic sound to New Zealand for the frst
time equal parts epic metal and Gothic symphony.
Their combination of seductive, emotional vocals and
gallant guitar melodies are like a dark embrace.
Dunedin psych-pop quartet Alizarin Lizard will release
their second full-length album in February and in the
lead up to that glorious release date, the group wants
to share their new track with you! There will be two
singles released for the tour, which will each contain
a nice unique bundle of audio and visual goodies.
Animal Collective, one of the pioneers of experimental
music, is set to return to New Zealand for a one-off
Auckland show. The innovative electro-quartet have
released a new album Centipede Hz, following their
breakthrough album Merriweather Post Pavilion,
which saw them tour here back in 2009.
Their debut album Boys & Girls has been called one of
the best albums of 2012 by critics everywhere. From
the heart-rending title song to such stomps as Rise to
the Sun, the album demonstrates the sense of groove
and space. The quirky foursome will make you shake,
rattle and roll to the beat.
A band of horses may not be what you need you
probably use a car to get around. Known as the band
with an impressive set of beards, they are stopping
off on their way to Australians Big Day Out festival
to showcase their latest album, Mirage Rock. Its
got a beautiful country lilt to it and a harmony of
Americana.
You seriously do not want to miss this the Toronto
duo only just made it here for the 2011 Big Day Out,
but Alice Glasss broken foot severely curtailed the
antics of a band with a reputation for a ferocious live
show. This time you can guarantee shell be holding
nothing back, so youll want to be there.
Be prepared to get covered in Blood Sugar Sex Magik
metaphorically when the Grammy award-winners
rock Vector until the speakers blow. Yeah, they have
nearly 30 years on the clock, but they are showing no
signs of slowing, always jumping around the stage
like a 20-year-old on crack. You know the hits, so what
are you waiting for?
Heinekens Baseline Afterparty is the ultimate fnale
to the Heineken Open 2013. Its a fxture on Januarys
social calendar for those who love to party in a fancy
environment. Experience the incredible atmosphere of
the Tennis Dome! Ladi6 joined by Kiwi hip-hop heavy
weight David Dallas, electro-pop princess, Ruby Frost.
NIGHTWISH
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Chronophonium is an independent music festival
on a mission to showcase and foster freedom,
creativity and innovation among enthusiasts of the
local underground music and art scene, while being
a wallet-friendly summer escape. With more than 50
diverse musical acts over one weekend.
Having a natural attachment for sharing a surname
similar to the bands name (in sound, not spelling), I
have been a number-one fan for a long time. At last,
they are back for the frst time in 16 years! They have
had hit after hit, with a combination of simmering and
explosive success. Dont forget to wear your sweater!
CHRONOPHONIUM 2013
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Once known as the other half of Ricky Gervais work,
Stephen Merchant is actually a ridiculously funny
comedian in his own right. His show, Hello Ladies, is
a self-deprecating look at his journey to meet women
and his struggle with singledom. His quiet charm will
catch you off-guard and have you laughing your ass off.
A glittering fairytale pantomime with dazzling
costumes and lots of fun and laughter, Cinderella
has it all. Starring a fabulous Fairy Godmother, two
hilarious dames the sensational Ugly Sisters a
sweet Cinders, reluctant Prince Charming, a pumpkin
coach and a happy-ever-after ending.
Ever wanted to feel like you are walking among the
stars? Well, now you cansort of. Stroll along the one
kilometer light trail of 500,000 sparkling lights that
envelope lake-side walkways. Meander under fairylit
trees and enjoy the trail of more than 40 different light
animations and installments made by local artists.
When hearing the story of Jesus birth, have you ever
wondered about the star of Bethlehem that led the
Three Wise Men? Astronomers have, and they have put
forward some possible scientifc explanations for the
stars appearance. Hear these astronomical theories
explained and discussed.
We take it for granted in the digital age, but the
common photo is a reality-bending piece of artwork
in its own right. The works in this exhibition illustrate
the photographers desire to explore aspects of light,
space, scale, automatism, symbolism and turning an
indexical medium to near abstract.
See another side of Kiwi band Fat Freddys drop go
behind-the-scenes of their 2005 tour. Photographer
Ans Westra was approached by the group to take their
publicity stills, but as it turned out the snaps became
more than just a media sell they were a beautiful
look at Aotearoa life on the road.
STEPHEN MERCHANT
ROGER HALLS CINDERELLA
FIESTA OF LIGHTS
THE MYSTERY OF THE XMAS STAR
NAKED LIGHT
ANS WESTRA: FAT FREDDYS DROP
town haLL
circa theatre
hawKes Ba a&p showGrounds
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McnaMara GaLLerY photoGraphY
suite westra GaLLerY
8Pm, $70, THE-EDGE.co.Nz




As they say, a picture tells a thousand words, and
in this case, sounds as well. Take a trip through
the history of rock n roll from 1955 to now, with
behind-the-scenes and never-before-seen images of
well-known artists shot by even more well-known
photographers.
WHO SHOT ROCK & ROLL
aucKLand art GaLLerY

10Am-5Pm, $0-35, EvENTfINDEr.co.Nz
sEAsoN: tue 18 dec - sun 03 Mar
7Pm, $8-10, sTArDomE.orG.Nz
sEAsoN: wed 19 dec - sun 23 dec
HAsTINGs
9Pm-11Pm, $0-4, Door sALEs oNLY
Motat is putting on a special show of lights, action
and magic. Visitors can celebrate the magic of
Christmas as Motats Victorian Village is all lit up.
There is also live entertainment, music and night
trains. Your gold coin donation on entry will go
towards purchasing gifts for New Zealand charities
Barnardos and the Auckland City Mission.
MOTAT NIGHTS XMAS LIGHTS
Motat

8Pm-11Pm, koHA, Dor sALEs oNLY
sEAsoN: Fri 21 dec - Mon 24 dec
The year is almost over, but not before The Classic
celebrates the end of a successful 2012 with a huge
weekend of live comedy, featuring a line-up of local
comedians who havent left town. Join us at New
Zealands home of live comedy for their special
extended 8pm showcase three hours of live laughs!
LAST LAUGHS
the cLassic

8Pm-11Pm, $10
sEAsoN: Fri 28 dec - sat 29 dec
6.30Pm/8Pm, $25-46, cIrcA.co.Nz
sEAsoN: tue 18 dec - sat 22 dec
11Am-5Pm
sEAsoN:
tue 18 dec - sat 22 dec
WANGANuI , 11Am-3Pm
sEAsoN: Fri 21 dec- Fri 25 Jan
Music From The Winery Tour 2007-2013
CD in store now
CIVIC EVENTS PRESENTS
FAT FREDDYS DROP
ANIKA BOH & HOLLIE
THE ADULTS
FEAT. JON TOOGOOD, JULIA DEANS & SHAYNE CARTER
SAT 2.2 / MATAKANA / ASCENSION WINE ESTATE SUN 3.2 / TUTUKAKA / MARINA RESERVE
T U E 5 . 2 / G I S B O R N E / B R U N T O N R O A D WE D 6 . 2 / N A P I E R / C H U R C H R O A D
FRI 8.2 / HAVELOCK NORTH / BLACK BARN VINEYARDS SAT 9.2 / MARTINBOROUGH / ALANA ESTATE
SUN 10. 2 / MANGATAI NOKA / TUI BREWERY TUE 12. 2 / NEW PLYMOUTH / SENTRY HI LL
SAT 16.2 / WAIPARA / THE MUD HOUSE WINERY & CAF SUN 17.2 / DUNEDIN / FORSYTH BARR STADIUM
TUE 19.2 / GIBBSTON / WAITIRI CREEK FRI 22.2/SAT 23.2 / UPPER MOUTERE / NEUDORF VINEYARDS
SUN 24.2 / BLENHEIM / VILLA MARIA WI NERY FRI 1.3 / TAURANGA / WHAREPAI DOMAIN
SAT 2. 3 / AUCKLAND / VI LLA MARI A WI NERY SUN 3. 3 / HAMI LTON / MYSTERY CREEK
ALL TICKET & SHOW INFORMATION
GO TO WWW.WINERYTOUR.CO.NZ
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ShIT WoRTh DoING
TuE 01 jAN
SAT 05 jAN
Thu 10 jAN
whos in the dead supergroup
for your dream hologram show?
All the bands I like are alive
Silverchair I dont know, where is
my iPod?
whats an upcoming flm youre
jazzed about? None in all honesty.
I do theatre. Um... The Hobbit.
where can your stalkers fnd you
during the weekend? Q Theatre.
what happens when you mix
coca-cola with pepsi? I slap you?
Your fantasy spirit animal is A
human.
ARTIST Q&A
Your signature im an amazing
cook dish is V and pizza.
the best tv show around at the
moment is QI .
the best place for a date night is
Ive yet to fnd the date bit. Well cross
the night bridge when we get to it.
Youd get arrested if the police knew
that you Killed a man.
people say you look like Janet
Jackson.
Kittens or puppies? Both. With little
bow ties.
what generic current affair has your
blood boiled? Christmas.
see hiM perForM: BEN ANDErsoN
IN JUST ABOVE THE CLOUDS
thu 28 FeB - sat 02 Mar Q THEATrE vAuLT,
AuckLAND
tue 05 Mar - sat 09 Mar Q THEATrE vAuLT,
AuckLAND
BEN ANDERSON
actor
ARTS
In May 2011, the Kermadec initiative invited nine
artists to sail on the HMNZS Otago through the
Kermadec waters north of mainland New Zealand.
The journey was an opportunity to experience the
most remote region of this country. See this unique
part of our world through their eyes.
No summer would be completely without the
national institute of surfng, learn a bit more about
the history of the craft in this creative display. The
exhibition includes the Bob Comer collection of
historic 1960s surfboards, along with Point Board
Rider T-shirts and other memorabilia.
KERMADEC
SURFING EXHIBITION
citY GaLLerY
raGaLn MuseuM


The brain child of Weta Workshop designer Greg
Broadmore, Dr. Grordborts Exceptional Exhibition
brings together Gregs enormous breadth of sci-f
fantasy work. Its all frmly tongue-in-cheek stuff, with
propagandist paintings depict the heroic conquest of
our solar system and bizarre alien trophies .
DR. GRORDBORTS EXCEPTIONAL EXHIBITION
dr. GrorBorts haLL

Young interactive artists from the Bachelor of
Creative Technology, AUT University Interdisciplinary
Unit, present their work at Digital Art Live. The artworks
require you to physically manipulate the screen
with your movements to complete the interactive
experience. Come down and watch as the exhibition
becomes an extension of you and your actions.
EMERGING PIXELS #2
aotea centre

7.30Am-6Pm
sEAsoN:
tue 18 dec- tue 05 FeB
Ironically, in one of the best places to head for
summer, surf and sand on the beach, the city of
Tauranga is bringing a touch of winter cool in the
form of ice skating. I guess they missed the memo on
the change of seasons? So if the heat is getting a bit
much, cool down with a relaxing skate around the
35m x 15m rink.
TAURANGA ICE RINK
herries parK
9Am-10Pm, $15-20, Door sALEs oNLY
sEAsoN: tue 18 dec - sun 03 FeB
When I think of opera, its all about galleries and fancy
town theatres. But the Whangamata Summer Festival
is all about bringing opera out of the shadows and
into the summer sun, presenting Ian Campbell and
the Garden Opera Company. This evenings concert is
the last of fve free night time concerts.
OPERA IN THE PARK
wiLLiaMson reserve

WHANGAmATA
7.30Pm-9.30Pm
Billy T Award nominee Tevita Manukia headlines
a high-caliber comedy show these holidays. Sent
here for schooling at eight years old, Tevita grew up
in a God-fearing household that also happened to
be a safe house for Tongan overstayers. Its in this
environment his sense of humor was developed.
COMEDY CAPERS
Yot cLuB

SHAKESPEARE IN THE VINES
Just like opera, Shakespeare used to be confned to
the stuff and pomp of the stage, but not anymore!
Within the grounds of Ascension Wine Estate,
Melbournes Essential Theatre will transform the
vineyard to the Dukedom of Illyria to perform Twelfth
Night . BYO Picnic.
ascension wine estate

$7Pm-9.30Pm, $49-89,
AscENsIoNWINE.co.Nz
sEAsoN: sat 05 Jan - sun 07 Jan
rAGLAN
8Pm-10Pm, $20, EvENTfINDEr.co.Nz
12Pm-7Pm
sEAsoN:
tue 18 dec - sat 26 Jan
10Am-3Pm, $1-2, Door sALEs oNLY
sEAsoN: tue 18 dec - Fri 25 Jan
10Am-5Pm
sEAsoN: tue 18 dec -
sun 10 FeB
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Presented in association with Auckland Arts Festival
by arrangement with Arts Projects Australia
March
Auckland (with Wu Man), Wellington,
Christchurch, Dunedin
chambermusic.co.nz
The gamingindusTry has been growing at a tremendous rate over
the past few years, snowballing to become the most lucrative sector in
the entertainment business.
James Camerons Avatar (widely hailed as one of the most successful
flms of all time) reached the one billion dollar mark a whole two days
behind activisions FPs Call of Duty: Black Ops II, the fastest selling game
to date.
The mmOrPgWorld of Warcraft has garnered over $10 billion usd in its
tenure, generating more revenue per year than the gdP of several small
countries. suffce to say, there are many of those who will practically
hemorrhage money to get their hands on these games and keep those
hands occupied.
The reasons for the surge in popularity are manifold. gaming itself has
come a very long way since the advent of Pong in 1972, maturing both as
a formof entertainment and as a vehicle for storytelling. games such
as Gran Turismo 5 portray a surreal level of visual accuracy, whereas
landmark titles such as Final Fantasy Tactics boast a plot to rival the
complexity of imperial rome.
Where theres a shift in demand, game makers respond accordingly:
many games are now adaptable to be played on the go, with android and
iOs titles such as angry Birds becoming ubiquitous on most cellular
devices. Forty-seven percent of players are now female and games have
subsequently branched out to the realms of dancing, singing and ftness.
gamings boomhas also had a rather salient cultural impact on the
past few generations. despite the assumption that video games are
territory of youth, the average gamer is in fact 30 years old and has
been playing for 12 years (according to the entertainment software
associations fndings). Trinley dorje one of the spiritual leaders of
Tibetan Buddhism is an outspoken advocate for virtual entertainment.
Video war games satiate my feelings of aggression, voices the current
Karmapa Lama. Permeating all but most aspects of modern society,
gaming is without a doubt here to stay.
Te Papa will be showcasing a vast array of noteworthy games across the
generations four decades in fact. FromSpace Invaders to Fruit Ninja,
Game Masters will showcase more than 100 games, handpicked from
some of the most notable designers in the industry. Paying homage to
the origins of this phenomenon, the curators have sourced and restored
old-school, original arcade machines for you to play Asteroids on, only to
marvel at how far weve come with a go later on at Blizzards StarCraft II.
This is an event that youll want to bring your friends and family to, as
theres a little something for every persuasion. alongside the games,
there will be various revealing interviews on display and an array of rare
artwork to enhance the depth of this full experience. Whether youre
facing off with Real Racing 2 or jamming together on Rock Band, theres
oodles of fun to be had. To sumit up in their own words, Game Masters
brings the evolution and artistry of video games to your fngertips.
This is one exhibition you dont want to miss.
WRITTEN BY JOSH LING
GAME MASTERS
WED 19 DEC - SUN 28 APR TE PAPA, WELLINGTON
summer synOnymOus WiThsounds, sun and, on occasion, free
stuff. so what happens when you put all these elements together? music
in Parks 2013, thats what.
auckland Council has done a good thing for the fne people of the Little
Big City and organised a series of 42 free gigs fromJanuary to march,
featuring some of Kiwi musics heavyweights, in the best outdoor
settings the area has to offer.
The series, now in its 20th year, covers a wide range of musical genres
including rock, country western, opera, hip hop, reggae and more. Well-
known artists include London-based rockers i amgiant, avalanche
City, adeaze, sola rosa and Tahuna Breaks, as well as up and coming
talent including ukulele supergroup The nukes.
enthusiasts can browse the music in Parks site to see whos playing
when and listen to tracks fromartists to get a feel for those they havent
discovered. Fans can check out the full schedule for auckland Councils
music in Parks 2013 series now on musicinparks.co.nz.
The site itself is mobile-friendly so users on the go can easily browse
information, with links to Twitter and Facebook for social sharing.
Photos fromevents will be shared on the music in Parks Facebook page,
and fans are encouraged to share pictures.
i amgiant, which features Kiwi musicians shelton Woolright (formerly
of Blindspott) and Paul matthews (fromstylus and Tadpole), is playing
in the Parks as the only free gig on their 2013 tour.
Bassist Paul matthews says, some of us grew up right here in auckland
and its great to come home to feature in one of the countrys best free
concert series. Well be bringing our a-game and cant wait to hang out
with all our local fans.
mayor Len Brown says music in Parks is a much-anticipated and well-
loved summer fxture.
imthrilled that this free programme of events now stretches from
Franklin to rodney, bringing even more concerts and more music genres
to aucklanders, and giving our homegrown talent a great showcase in
some fantastic settings.
WRITTEN BY LAuRA WEASER
WED 02 JAN - SUN 24 MAR
MuLTIPLE LOCATIONS, AuCKLAND
GO TO MuSICINPARKS.CO.NZ FOR MORE INFO
GET INTO THE SuMMER GROOVE LITERALLY WITH AuCKLANDS
FREE OuTDOOR CONCERTS.
Music, Makes Te People,
Come Together
WHETHER YOuRE AN MMO ADDICT OR A ROCK BAND HERO, TE
PAPAS GAME MASTERS EXHIBIT HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.
Masters Of Te Gaming Universe
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For more info: Get the Summer City app
facebook.com/SummerCityWellington
Wellington.govt.nz | Phone 499 4444
89pm | TuesdaysSundays | 827 January | Soundshell,
Botanic Garden | Mondays are reserved for postponement dates
The Business | We Like Trees | Miles Calder & the Rumours | Brockaflowersaurus
Rex & the Blueberry Biscuits | Joe Blossom | Ricky Boyd and the Boomshack BAND
LOST BiRD { Ali Whitton } | The Concerned Residents | JoHanna and the Mystery
Bella Cajon | Kaivai | Data Hui | The Nudge | Gerry Paul Tales from the Sea
and an Elephant Tree | Amiria Grenell | Way Out West |The Doubtful Sounds and
Strung Out | Ginger Brown | Disasteradio | The Wellington Jazz Orchestra The
Gospel Show FEATURING Lisa Tomlins
CHRISTCHURCH gIg gUIde
WeLLINgTON gIg gUIde
Wed 19 deC
KRooN FoR YoUR KAi
The Southern Cross Garden Bar
MoNo SoNiC &
SoViET SPACE DoG
9PM, Mighty Mighty
PAqUiN W/ LAURiER, BiG
RiCK & SoViET SPACE DoG
8PM, San Francisco Bath House
Thu 20 deC
GooD EVENiNG!
MR MUSTARD
8PM, San Francisco Bath House
JESSE RiVEST &
ThE REC DEVS
Daddy Os
MiLES CALDER &
ThE RUMoURS
9PM, Mighty Mighty
ThE SoUThERN CRoSS
ThURSDAY ShoWCASE
FEAT. DANiEL BooBYER
& ThE WELLiNGToN
SEA ShANTY SoCiETY
The Southern Cross Garden Bar
Fri 21 deC
3GUESSES & NiCK
WiLSDEN
The Fringe Bar
APoCALYPSE PARTY! VoN
ThUNDERSVoLT, ALL
SEEiNG hAND, BASKET
CASE, ThE SPiNES
9PM, Mighty Mighty
LoUiS BAKER - SiNGLE
RELEASE ShoW
8PM, Bodega
So So MoDERN, GLASS
VAULTS, BLACK CiTY
LiGhTS & JoE BLoSSoM
9PM, San Francisco Bath House
ThE hEAVY CRooNERS
The Glasshouse Bar
SaT 22 deC
DRAB Doo-RiFFS & ThE
GoLDEN AWESoME
9PM, Mighty Mighty
MELTiNG FACES
The Southern Cross Garden Bar
RoSENEATh CENTENNiAL
RAGTiME BAND
oF WELLiNGToN
NEW ZEALAND
The Southern Cross Garden Bar
SoUL SESSioNS W/
AMiRh & DoN
Daddy Os
ThE DATSUNS
8PM, Bodega
WELLiNGToN BATUCADA
XMAS PARTY
The San Francisco Bath House
Sun 23 deC
RECoVERY SESSioNS
FEATURiNG DJ AYEShA
The Southern Cross Garden Bar
ThE TRoUBLES
Meow
Mon 24 deC
oRPhANS XMAS
EVE PARTY !
The San Francisco Bath House
Wed 26 deC
hEAVYWEiGhT KiNGS
oF RoCK - ShihAD, i AM
GiANT, KiNG CANNoNS
The Station Village Complex
SaT 29 deC
DARREN WATSoNS
UNDERGRoUND
BLUES BAND
Hashigo Zake
SiX60 SUMMER ToUR
W/ iVA LANKUM
The Station Village Complex
Sun 30 deC
LA DE DA NYE FESTiVAL
10AM, Daisybank Farm
ThE FEELERS NEW YEARS
EVE CELEBRATioN
9PM, Chicago Bar
Mon 31 deC
BEYoND ThE BLACK 2012
4PM, Trentham Racecourse, 30
DiE DiE DiE NYE
9PM, Bodega
DUB & GRUB iN ThE PUB/
ThE RECoVERY SESSioN
Sprig & Fern
hANG ThE DJ: AToMiC VS
24 hoUR PARTY PEoPLE
9PM, San Francisco Bath House
LA DE DA NYE FESTiVAL
10AM, Daisybank Farm
NYE REVELRY
Bar Medusa
NYE NiCK GRANViLLE TRio
Hashigo Zake
Wed 02 Jan
JiMMY BARNES, GiN
WiGMoRE - ThE RED
hoT SUMMER ToUR
8PM, The Station Village Complex
Fri 04 Jan
ChANNEL oNE
SoUND SYSTEM
Sandwiches
KATChAFiRE WiTh LADi6
8PM, The Station Village Complex
PAUL UBANA JoNES
Martinborough Hotel
UNKNoWN MoRTAL
oRChESTRA
8PM, Bodega
SaT 05 Jan
PAUL UBANA JoNES
The Waterfront Bar &
Kitchen, Raumati
ThE MoREFM SUMMER
TiDES 2013
Riversdale Beach Terraces
Wed 09 Jan
PUMP UP ThE VoLUME:
FoRGoTTEN GENERATioN
AND GUESTS
9PM, San Francisco Bath House
Thu 10 Jan
BooTY oUT BACK
Te Papa
ShACKLoCK METh PARTY
& DANCE ASThMATiCS
Mighty Mighty
Fri 11 Jan
hEAThEN EYES, PoLTER,
BRoKE & GUESTS
9PM, Bar Medusa
SaT 12 Jan
SWAMPToN CREEPS
WiTh EB & SPARRoW
9PM, Mighty Mighty, $5
Sun 13 Jan
LooPLiNE ViNEYARD
JAZZ & BLUES iN ThE
ViNES FESTiVAL
Loopline Vineyard, Masterton
Mon 14 Jan
MiKE NoGA (ThE DRoNES)
8PM, Bodega
Tue 15 Jan
BAND oF hoRSES
8PM, Wellington Town Hall
ShiT WorTh doinG gIg gUIde
Wed 19 deC
DR SANChEZ
8.30PM, The Monday Room
KATE ANASTASioU
6.30PM, The Brick Works
MELiSSA CoX (USA)
8.30PM, The Brewery
Thu 20 deC
A VERY MERRY
SCRiPTLESS: iN
ThE GRoTTo
8PM, Court Theatre, $16
CREAMERY AT ThE
WUNDERBAR
8.30PM, Wunderbar, $5
FLiP GRATER
Darkroom
KATE ANASTASioU
8PM, Cocopelli The Palms
PETiTE MANoUChE
6PM, Astro Lounge
TWEq & DR DREE
9PM, CBD Bar
Fri 21 deC
ChRiSTMAS BREAK-DoWN
4PM, Dux Live, $10
DooMSDAY PARTY
WiTh SAMBoRA AND
NiCKY RESEARCh
9PM, Pierside Cafe, $20
DR SANChEZ - MoNTY
- SoLE PURPoSE
3PM, Revival Bar
DSENDANTZ
9PM, Becks Alehouse
MARK AND BRENDAN
4.30PM, The Brewery
oLLiE
7PM, The Woolston Club
RUNARoUND SUE
10PM, The Brewery
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ShiT WorTh doinG
Wed 19 deC
BiLL DiREEN AND
ThE BiLDERS
9PM, Whammy Bar
GRANT MARShALL
AND NiGEL LoVE
Sale St
hURRiCANE KiDS,
BRAVES & GUESTS
8PM, The Kings Arms
JoSh LEYS
7PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro
LTTLE PhNX
Verona
SWEAT hUT WiTh
TEAM NAVAJo
8PM, The Golden Dawn
ThE GLoCKS
WiThThE hAND
The Juice Bar, $10
Thu 20 deC
3ST - XMAS SPECiAL
FEAT. BULLETPRooF,
KXXGXN, MAYAVANYA
9PM, Cassette Nine
A CVE XMAS
7PM, The Windsor Castle
A KiNGS ARMS XMAS
The Kings Arms, $15
ACoUSTiC ThURSDAY
FT. hUGh MCCARRoLL
Northern Steam Ship
ACoUSTiC ThURSDAYS
WiTh ELi
7.30PM, Neighbourhood
ACoUSTiC ThURSDAYS
WiTh WAYLoN
7.30PM, Nuffeld St Brew Bar
ChRiSTMAS BEAUTY
AND ThE BEATS
8PM, Snapdragon
DEEWhY AND
SAMPLE GEE
Sale St
DJ MYSTiC MiCK
The Corner Store
DoUBLE DUTCh & NYNTEE
Longroom
GENERAL LEE
Chapel Bar & Bistro
JohNNY hoLMES
Libertine
KFM PRESENTS MAS.SiVE
9PM, Verona
oLD SChooL DJS
Racket Bar
R&B JAM NiGhTS
9PM, Juice Bar
RooTDoWN WiTh
FRANK BooKER
Tyler Street Garage
ThE hoUND
Bin Bin Deluxe
ThE YAM JAMS
XMAS SPECiAL
The Golden Dawn
TiDo
6.30PM, Everybody`s
Fri 21 deC
AiMEE RENSFoRD, SoANE
5.30PM, Neighbourhood
ANNA CoDDiNGToN
8PM, Q Auckland
CoNVERSE PRESENTS:
ALL STARS
9PM, 1885 Britomart
DEAN CAMPBELL
8PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro
DiE DiE DiE & FRiENDS
9PM, The Kings Arms
DooMSDAY GiG - SToNE
ThE CRoWS, GREENFoG
AND qUiNN ThE hUMAN
The Lucha Lounge
DoUBLE DUTCh
8PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro
END oF ThE
WoRLD PARTY
The Bluestone Room
EXMiX KiDD. TDK
9PM, Snapdragon
FREESTYLE WiTh ALiShA,
FRANK & SoLLY
Tyler Street Garage
JASoN KYLE, NoRMSKi
6PM, Northern Steam Ship
JSTAR MEETS LioN
RoCKERS hi-Fi
9PM, The Bacco Room
KiLAMANRARo,
SUBMARiNER
5.30PM, Everybody`s
NAAM DANCE PARTY
Royal Akarana Yacht Club
NiU FM XMAS PARTY
9PM, ORyans
PAGE3, GRANT
MARShALL, ViNCENT
hANNA, DEEWhY
Sale St
PAT FoR PRESiDENT
The Elephant Wrestler
SENE, NYNTEE & CUFFY
Longroom
SiLo CiNEMA PRESENTS
hoME ALoNE
7PM, Silo Park
SoUND oF SiLVER
Flight Lounge
SUiCiDAL TENDENCiES
(U.S.A) & SPECiAL GUESTS
The Kings Arms
ThE GRAMoPhoNE
BAND (LiVE) WiTh
DJS ZAK GiBSoN &
REUBEN BoNNER
The Golden Dawn
TRENCh FRiDAYS
Trench Bar
SaT 22 deC
#JUSAYiN X DE FRiEZ
PRESENT: FUCK SANTA
FEAT ESTERE (WLG)
& hAZEL (FRANCE)
Biz Dojo, Co.Space
A PoNSoNBY
iNSTiTUTioN
Chapel Bar & Bistro
AUDio FoUNDATioN
XMAS PARTY
The Audio Foundation
BEVAN KEYS & NYNTEE
VS RiChiE RiCh
Longroom
BooTY MASh
Sale St
DATE NiGhT 3 - ThREE
TiMES A LADY
The Golden Dawn
DJ SiSTER ACT
Chapel Bar & Bistro
DoC WESTiE AND ThE
DASTARDLY BoUNDER
Leigh Sawmill
FRANK BooKER
7PM, Everybody`s
hELLo SAiLoR WiTh
RoYAL JACKETS
The Whiskey Bar
iMAGiNE ThiS
9PM, Snapdragon
JUNGLE BELLS: CoLDiE BY
CANDLELiGhT. GETAFiX
* GULL * BiLL E FLUiD
Sandbar Waiheke
MASTER JAMS WiTh
BENWAh & JASoN ELi
Tyler Street Garage
MASTERS oF METAL
XMAS PARTY
The Kings Arms
RhYME & REASoN
- SoNGS+SToRiES
FoR TEARFUND
Cafe Crave
SNAKESKiN SUiTCASE
ChRiSTMAS SPECiAL
The Wine Cellar
ThE ANNUAL TRENCh BAR
WhiTE ChRiSTMAS PARTY
Trench Bar
UPToWN BooGiE
+ GUESTS
6PM, Neighbourhood
Sun 23 deC
ACoUSTiC SUNDAY
SESSioN W ELi
GUTTENBiEL
La Zeppa Kitchen
BACK oN ThE
GooD FooT DJS
The Golden Dawn
BLooDY SUNDAYS
FT ARASh & Co
Tyler Street Garage
PAT FoR PRESiDENT
Jax Munster Inn
SENE & NYNTEE
Longroom
SUNDAY SESSioN WiTh
ThE SENTiMENTAL
SoUND SYSTEM
Chapel Bar & Bistro
TATTLETALE SAiNTS
Corellis Cafe
ThE CiDER Co-oP FT
SUNShiNE SoUNDSYSTEM
Sale St
ThE DATSUNS
9PM, Galatos
ThE KA XMAS FEAT. TiM
WERRY & FRiENDS
The Kings Arms
Mon 24 deC
CLUB CoNNoiSSEURS
Chapel Bar & Bistro
GoLDEN DAWNS
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BiRThDAY ToUR
8PM, Dux Live
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The Elephant Wrestler
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Sat 31 Dec Te Tumu Kaituna
Reserve, Papamoa Beach
FRED WESLEY (US)
Thu 21 Mar The Powerstation,
Auckland
FUN.
Wed 13 Mar Logan Campbell
Centre, Auckland
GARBAGE (US)
Tue 19 Feb Michael Fowler
Centre, Wellington
Wed 20 Feb Civic Theatre, Auckland
GLENN FREY (US)
Fri 08 Mar CBS Arena, Christchurch
Sun 10 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland
GODSPEED YOU! BLACK
EMPEROR (CA)
Fri 08 Feb The Kings Arms, Auckland
Sat 09 Feb San Fran Bath
House, Wellington
HOMEGROWN 2013
Sat 02 Mar Waterfront, Wellington
THE JACKSONS (US)
Tue 26 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland
JOAN ARMATRADiNG
Wed 20 Mar Michael Fowler
Centre, Wellington
Thu 21 Mar Bruce Mason
Centre, Auckland
KATCHAFiRE & LADi6
Wed 26 Dec Mangawhai
Tavern, Mangawhai
Thu 27 Dec Opononi Hotel, Opononi
Wed 2 Jan Riwaka Hotel, Riwaka
Fri 4 Jan Station Village, Lower Hutt
Sat 5 Jan Butlers Reef, Oakura
COROMANDEL GOLD 2012
Sun 30 Dec - Mon 31 Dec
Ohuka Farm, Whitianga
CHRONOPHONiUM 2013
Fri 11 Jan - Sat 12 Jan Tangihua
Forest, Northland
CRYSTAL CASTLES (CA)
Tue 15 Jan Studio, Auckland
THE DATSUNS
Sat 22 Dec Bodega, Wellington
Sun 23 Dec Galatos, Auckland
DEEP PURPLE & JOURNEY
Sun 24 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland
DEViLS ELBOW
Sat 22 Dec The Thirsty Dog, Auckland
Fri 28 Dec The Cabana, Napier
DiE! DiE! DiE!
Thu 20 Dec Static, Hamilton
Fri 21 Dec The Kings Arms, Auckland
Sat 29 Dec Rhythm & Alps
Terrace Downs, Christchurch
Sun 30 Dec Chicks, Dunedin
Mon 31 Dec Bodega, Wellington
DiNOSAUR JR. (US)
Tue 05 Mar The Powerstation,
Auckland
DiRTY PROJECTORS (US)
Wed 23 Jan The Kings Arms, Auckland
Thu 24 Jan San Fran Bath
House, Wellington
ED SHEERAN (UK)
Fri 08 Mar TSB Bank Arena, Wellington
Sat 09 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland
ELViS COSTELLO & THE
iMPOSTERS (UK)
Sat 19 Jan Villa Maria Estate, Auckland
ACTiON BRONSON (US)
Thu 10 Jan Galatos, Auckland
ALABAMA SHAKES (US)
Tue 15 Jan The Powerstation, Auckland
ALAN DAViES (UK)
Fri 01 Feb Town Hall, Auckland
Sat 02 Feb Bruce Mason
Centre, Auckland
Sun 03 Feb, Capitaine Bougainville
Theatre, Whangarei
Tue 05 Feb Founders
Theatre, Hamilton
Wed 06 Feb Aurora Centre,
Christchurch
Thu 07 Feb TSB Theatre, New Plymouth
Fri 08 Feb Opera House, Wellington
ALESTORM (UK)
Thu 24 Jan The Kings Arms, Auckland
AMANDA PALMER (US)
Sun 27 Jan Q Theatre, Auckland
Wed 30 Jan San Fran Bath
House, Wellington
ANiMAL COLLECTiVE (US)
Mon 14 Jan The Powerstation,
Auckland
BAND OF HORSES (US)
Tue 15 Jan Opera House, Wellington
Wed 16 Jan The Powerstation, Auckland
BARRY GiBB & CAROLE KiNG
Sat 23 Feb Mission Estate, Hawkes Bay
BLACK SABBATH (UK)
Sat 20 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland
Mon 22 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland
B.O.B (US)
Wed 16 Jan Logan Campbell
Centre, Auckland
BONNiE RAiTT (US)
Fri 05 Apr The NZ International Jazz
& Blues Festival, Christchurch
BRYAN ADAMS (CA)
Mon 22 Apr Michael Fowler
Centre, Wellington
Tue 23 Apr The Civic, Auckland
CAT POWER (US)
Fri 22 Feb Bruce Mason
Centre, Auckland
Sat 23 Feb Town Hall, Wellington
CLASSiC HiTS WiNERY
TOUR 2013
Sat 02 Feb Ascension Wine
Estate, Matakana
Sun 03 Feb Marina Reserve, Tutukaka
Tue 05 Feb Brunton Road, Gisborne
Wed 06 Feb Church Road, Napier
Fri 08 Feb Black Barn
Vineyards, Havelock North
Sat 09 Feb Alana Estate,
Martinborough
Sun 10 Feb Tui Brewery, Mangatainoka
Tue 12 Feb Sentry Hill
Estate, New Plymouth
Sat 16 Feb The Mud House
Winery & Caf, Waipara
Sun 17 Feb Forsyth Barr
Stadium, Dunedin
Tue 19 Feb Waitiri Creek, Gibbston
Fri 22 Feb Neudorf Vineyards,
Upper Moutere
Sat 23 Feb Neudorf Vineyards,
Upper Moutere
Sun 24 Feb Villa Maria
Winery, Blenheim
Fri 01 Mar Wharepai Domain, Tauranga
Sat 02 Mar Villa Maria
Winery, Auckland
Sun 03 Mar Mystery Creek, Hamilton
CLiFF RiCHARD (UK)
Sat 26 Jan Vector Arena, Auckland
Mon 28 Jan TSB Bank Arena, Wellington
Thu 31 Jan CBS Canterbury
Arena, Christchurch
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Fri 04 Jan Brewers In The
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Sat 05 Jan Matakana Country
Park, Matakana
Sun 06 Jan Opononi Hotel, Opononi
STEPHEN MERCHANT (UK)
Wed 19 Dec Town Hall, Auckland
THE STONE ROSES (UK)
Tue 26 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland
SUICIDAL TENDENCIES (US)
Fri 21 Dec The Powerstation, Auckland
THEE OH SEES (US)
Thu 07 Feb Whammy Bar, Auckland
TONy JOE WHITE
Wed 20 Mar Tsb Theatre,
New Plymouth
Thu 21 Mar St James
Theatre, Wellington
Fri 22 Mar Hawkes Bay
Opera House, Hastings
Sat 23 Mar Clarence St
Theatre, Hamilton
Sun 24 Mar The Powerstation,
Auckland
TUBORG SOUNDS ON
Sat 23 Mar The Oval, North
Harbour Stadium, Auckland
UNKNOWN MORTAL
ORCHESTRA
Fri 04 Jan Bodega, Wellington
Thu 10 Jan Cassette, Auckland
WEEZER (US)
Fri 11 Jan Vector Arena, Auckland
WHO SHOT ROCK & ROLL: A
PHOTOGRAPHIC HISTORy
Tue 18 Dec - Sun 03 Mar
Auckland Art Gallery
WILCO (US)
Fri 05 Apr Town Hall, Wellington
Sat 06 Apr Town Hall, Auckland
RUSSELL PETERS (CA)
Wed 13 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland
SANTANA & STEVE
MILLER BAND
Sun 17 Mar AMI Stadium, Christchurch
Tue 19 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland
THE SCRIPT (IR)
Fri 12 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland
SEASICK STEVE (US)
Sat 29 Dec Mangawhai
Tavern, Mangawhai
SHIHAD
Wed 26 Dec Station Village, Lower Hutt
Sat 29 Dec Brewers In The
Park, Mt Maunganui
Mon 31 Dec Riwaka Hotel, Riwaka
Wed 02 Jan Butlers Reef, Oakura
Thu 03 Jan Mangawhai
Tavern, Mangawhai
Sat 05 Jan Matakana Country
Park, Matakana
SHOTOVER SUNSHINE
FESTIVAL 2013
Sat 09 Feb Littles Road, Queenstown
SHOW ME SHORTS FILM
FESTIVAL
Thu 03 Jan - Sun 13 Jan The
Monkey House, Whitianga
SILO CINEMA
Fri 21 Dec Home Alone,
Silo Park, Auckland
SIX60
Thu 27 Dec Butlers Reef, Oakura
Sat 29 Dec Station Village
Complex, Lower Hutt
Sun 30 Dec Riwaka Hotel, Riwaka
LA DE DA FESTIVAL 2012
Sun 30 Dec - Mon 31 Dec Daisybank
Farm, Martinborough
LANEWAy FESTIVAL 2013
Mon 28 Jan Silo Park, Auckland
LINKIN PARK (US)
Thu 21 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland
LUMINATE FESTIVAL
Sun 30 Jan - Sun 06 Jan
Canaan Downs, Nelson
MICHAEL KIWANUKA (UK)
Thu 04 Apr Holy Trinity
Cathedral, Auckland
Fri 05 Apr Old St Pauls, Wellington
MIKE NOGA (AU)
Mon 14 Jan Bodega, Wellington
Thu 17 Jan Wine Cellar, Auckland
MORE FM VINEyARD TOUR
Fri 15 Feb Mills Reef Winery, Tauranga
Sat 16 Feb Sileni Estates
Winery, Hawkes Bay
Sun 17 Feb Te Kairanga
Vineyard, Martinborough
Tue 19 Feb Trafalgar Park, Nelson
Fri 22 Feb The Groynes, Christchurch
Sat 23 Feb Turanga Creek
Vineyard, Auckland
MOUNT EERIE (US)
Fri 01 Feb Wine Cellar, Auckland
Sat 02 Feb Puppies, Wellington
Mon 04 Feb Barrytown Hall, Barrytown
Tue 05 Feb Tims Place, Marahau
Wed 06 Feb Wunderbar, Lyttelton
Thu 07 Feb Chicks Hotel, Dunedin
Fri 08 Feb Public Art Gallery, Dunedin
MULATU ASTATKE (ET)
Sat 16 Mar The Powerstation,
Auckland
NEIL yOUNG & CRAZy HORSE
Tue 19 Mar TSB Bank Arena, Wellington
Thu 21 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland
NIGHTWISH (FI)
Tue 08 Jan Studio, Auckland
NORTHERN BASS
FESTIVAL 2012
Sun 30 Dec - Mon 31 Dec Mangawhai
THE NUKES
Fri 25 Jan Eggcentric Caf, Coromandel
Sat 26 Jan Titirangi Theatre, New Lynn
Sun 27 Jan Leigh Sawmill, Leigh
Mon 28 Jan Music in Parks, Maraetai
Thu 31 Jan Cabana, Napier
Fri 01 Feb Sierra Caf, Taupo
Sat 02 Feb Cambridge
Town Hall, Cambridge
Sun 03 Feb Victoria Theatre, Devonport
THE NZ INTERNATIONAL
JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL
Wed 03 Apr - Sun 07 Apr Christchurch
THE OFFSPRING (US)
Wed 27 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland
PARACHUTE FESTIVAL 2013
Fri 25 Jan - Sun 27 Jan
Mystery Creek, Hamilton
PAT BENATAR, AMERICA
AND MORE
Sat 16 Feb The Amphitheatre, Taupo
Sun 17 Feb Matakana Country
Park, Matakana, North Auckland
Wed 20 Feb Michael Fowler
Centre, Wellington
Sat 23 Feb Gibbston Valley
Winery, Queenstown
PRETTy LIGHTS (US)
Thu 31 Jan San Fran Bath
House, Wellington
Fri 01 Feb Studio, Auckland
RAGGAMUFFIN 2013
Fri 01 Feb - Sat 02 Feb Rotorua
International Stadium
RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS (US)
Sun 13 Jan Vector Arena, Auckland
RHyTHM & ALPS 2012
Fri 28 Dec - Sat 29 Dec Terrace
Downs, Christchurch
RHyTHM & VINES 2012
Sat 29 Dec - Mon 31 Dec
Waiohika Estate, Gisborne
RINGO STARR AND THE ALL
STARRS (UK)
Thu 07 Feb CBS Arena, Christchurch
Sat 09 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland
ROBERT PLANT (US)
Tue 09 Apr TSB Bank Arena, Wellington
Thu 11 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland
RONAN KEATING & BRIAN
MCFADDEN (IE)
Wed 27 Feb Trusts Stadium
Arena, Auckland
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Its east meets west in a Parisian-inspired bohemian
parlor with hints of an Asian opium den. This fne
establishment has an international handpicked wine
list, one of the largest selection of spirits in Auckland,
craft beers from some of NZs best breweries and a
delicious fusion-style food menu that is ever evolving.
In the heart of Dunedins restaurant scene, this
welcoming venue is home to live music, a few sports
activities. Its got the makings of a pub, with the
upmarket feel of a leisurely caf. Plus with Monteiths
on hand, you cant go wrong.
REVELRy
CRAFT BAR
106 PONSONBY ROAD
10 THE OCTOGAN


Newly renovated, Grace Restaurant and Bar is your new destination on any night
of the week. Theres a funky atmosphere, provided by the awesome bar staff and
top-quality guests, and now the party is even better with private themed rooms!
Its ideal for functions, 21st, or just to get a big group of mates together and have
a night out. The cool thing is you can host your own party any night of the week!
Live music frequents the area and there are also great drinks specials for those
working in hospitality they look after the family!
GRACE BAR
103 VICTORIA STREET


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THE PORTLAND
PUBLIC HOUSE
463 New North Rd
The newest port of call in
Kingsland.... rustic and raring to
serve this evolving part of town.

SHOOTER SALOON BAR
330 New North Rd
Not your typical central bar -
Their no bull policy means what
you see is what you get.

VIADUCT
SNAPDRAGON
204 Quay St (09) 357-6147
A blend of 1930s vintage
glamour and West Hollywood
lounge with a healthy shot of
private gentlemens club.
QUAY ST CLUBROOMS
204 Quay St (09) 357-6147
Watch the game while your
girlfriend goes dancing.

VICTORIA PARK
SALE STREET
7 Sale St (09) 307-8148
A unique collection of spaces -
award-winning microbrewery,
bistro dining, with a celebrated
garden bar and very private
Velvet Room!

LA ZEPPA KITCHEN & BAR
37 Drake St (09) 379-8167
Focuses on the fact that people
want to enjoy each others
company with a great glass of
wine and tasty plates, without
the constraints of having to book
or have a meal at a certain time.

LIBERTINE
37 Drake St (09) 929-2790
This new bar and eatery takes its
cue from the Americas, but with
an Antipodean twist. Guests can
sit and order from anywhere
within the space - plates to
share in the dining area.

THE OAKROOM
17 Drake 300 6313

VERONA
169 KRd (09) 307-0508
Celebrating 20 years on KRd.
With intimate booths, live
music, gourmet food, cocktails &
organic tap beer.

Q THEATRE
305 Queen Street
Enjoy a Supreme coffee and power
up at our WIFI hotspot. A range of
hot-pressed or old school doorstop
sandwiches, serious salads,
biscuits, tarts, cakes and an ultra-
cheap Artists Pot of the Day.

RAKINOS- BEATS,
BAR, KITCHEN
Level 1/35 High Street
(09) 358-3535
The Joint since 91

MT EDEN
DE POST
466 Mt Eden Rd (09) 630-9330
Your local in the heart of Mt.
Eden with over 100 beers
available and superb food.

PARNELL
THE PADDINGTON
117 St Georges Bay Rd
(09) 309-3586
A Parnell institution for sports
events, craft beers and superb
food with the recent addition of
top-notch live gigs.

THE WINDSOR CASTLE
144 Parnell Rd (09) 356-3650
Established in 1847, one of
Aucklands earliest surviving
hotels serves gastro pub food
in a comfortable, unpretentious
environment.

KINGSLAND
NEIGHBOURHOOD
BREWBAR
498 New North Rd (09) 846-3773
Nestled in the site of an old
garage and engineering shop.

AGENTS & MERCHANTS
6-10 Roukai Lane (09) 309-5854
Seasonal lunch meals and late-
night tapas served in a small
cobblestone alleyway.

THE BRITOMART
COUNTRY CLUB
31 Galway St (09) 303-2541
A garden bar in the middle of
the city. Comes with a mini golf
lawn, cocktail jugs and vinyl-
only DJs.

RACKET BAR
6-10 Roukai Lane (09) 309-5854
Serves everything from single-
malt whisky to cans of Double
Brown.

MEXICO
23 Britomart Place (09) 366-1759
Drink in the eclectic front bar
or settle into the cosy dining
area to explore the short but
compelling menu.

NEWMARKET
THE CLADDAGH
372-376 Broadway (09) 522-4410
The Claddagh Irish Pub - A
slice of Ireland in the heart of
Newmarket.

CENTRAL & KRD
DOC BAR
352 KRd (09) 365-1800
Tues-Sat

GRACE BAR
103 Victoria St West 300-6352
21st Birthdays, Hen/Stag Parties,
Corporate Events, Dance Parties,
CD Release Parties, Live Music.

FATHER TEDS
ORIGINAL IRISH PUB
1 Wellesley St West
(09) 377-3144
Entertainment seven nights a
week, with three big screens,
pool table, competitions & prizes,
quiz, karaoke and live music.

PONSONBy
BONITA BAR
242 Ponsonby Road 3765670
The ponsonby local on the corner
of summer st, that brings the
beauty of fne and inexpensive
wines together with a real
appreciation of tapas.

GRAND CENTRAL
126 Ponsonby Rd (09) 360-1260
Ponsonbys longest serving bar
with live music/DJ 7 nights. 2 for
1 happy hour & licensed to 5am.

GOLDEN DAWN
Cnr Ponsonby & Richmond Rds
376-9929

IPANEMA BAR &
RESTAURANT
2 Ponsonby Road
Brazilian cuisine and bar mixed
with classic & contemporary
Brazilian music & culture.

MALT BAR
442 Richmond Road Grey Lynn
A must have stop between
Ponsonby and Kingsland, with
Monteiths beers and great food.

PINXTOS
128c Ponsonby Rd
Open now. Bar*Cafe*Tapas

THE PONSONBY
(BELGIAN BEER CAFE)
1-3 St Marys Rd (09) 376-6092
A little piece of Europe in the
heart of Ponsonby. The perfect
spot to kick start the weekend.

REVELRY
106 Ponsonby Road 376- 8663
19th Century bohemian pallor
meets opium den chic

BRITOMART
1885 - BRITOMART
27 Galway St (09) 551 3100
Nightclub upstairs. Cocktail
lounge downstairs. Home to
Aucklands biggest club nights.

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Experience a little bit of authentic Vietnam down in Britomart. Theres a freshness
about the dishes and a zing of favour to make your mouth water at the thought
of it all. Mint, dill, mint, perilla and coriander are the dominating herbs used in all
their dishes, which include a wide range of beef, pork and a whole lot of prawns.
The cool thing about Caf Hanoi is the overall feel sit in a table for four or more
in the jungle-like setting or position yourself up at the bar and engage with the
friendly bar staff. Take a trip!
CAFE HANOI
CORNER GALWAY & COMMERCE STREETS

Carefully manoeuvre the pizza slice in half and have
that mouth-scorching frst bite of heaven. With
authentic ingredients, New York style pizzas have
never tasted so good. Grab a slice or share a pizza with
friends, then wash it down with an ice-cold beer.
SALS
8 COMMERCE STREET, BRITOMART

Born and bred in the heart of Dunedin, Velvet Burger
has become a growing institution not only down
South, but also in the bustling metropolis of Auckland.
Gourmet burgers are the name of their game, to be
enjoyed in money-saving combos or even in a BYO
setting with friends.
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MOOCHOWCHOW
23 Ponsonby Rd (09) 360-6262
Like a stroll through the fragrant
night markets & food stalls of
Bangkok, MooChowChow is a
boost to the senses.

PINXTOS
128c Ponsonby Rd
Open now. Bar*Cafe*Tapas

ORVIETO CAFE
935A Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden

SALE ST
7 Sale St (09) 307-8148
Bistro dining, award-winning
microbrewery celebrated garden
bar and aprivate Velvet Room!

SALS PIZZA
277 Broadway, Newmarket
(09) 524 7257
Legendary pizza makers secret
family recipe and are proud to
serve you AUTHENTIC NY Pizza.

DE POST
466 Mt Eden Rd (09) 630-9330
Your local in the heart of Mt. Eden
with over 100 beers available.
GOLDEN DAWN
Cnr Ponsonby & Richmond Rds
376-9929

LIBERTINE
37 Drake St (09) 929-2790
Taking its cue from the Americas,
but with an Antipodean twist.

MALT BAR
442 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn
A must have stop between
Ponsonby and Kingsland, with
Monteiths beers and great food.

MEXICO
23 Britomart Place (09) 366-1759
The Strand Takapuna (09) 280-1487
Vibrant Mexican street food
served with margaritas, tequila
and beer. Arrive early for a table.

AGENTS & MERCHANTS
6-10 Roukai Lane (09) 309-5854
Seasonal lunch meals and late-
night tapas served in a small
cobblestone alleyway.

BIG JS
1 Melton Road - Mt Wellington
(09) 5790340
Gourmet Burgers is Jasons
speciality take home heat and
eat meals, plus huge range of
cabinet food, everything cooked
to serve.

BRITOMART
COUNTRY CLUB
31 Galway St (09) 303-2541
Gourmet pizzas, tapas and a
famous high tea service.

DEPOT
86 Federal St (09) 363-7048

DISTRICT DINING
50 Customs St East (09)368-5315
Fresh, affordable bistro dining in
a relaxed atmosphere.

VERONA
169 KRd (09) 307-0508
Celebrating 20 years on KRd.
Open 10am till late seven days
with intimate booths live music,
gourmet food, cocktails &
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My phone conversation with Bill reynolds, bassist and
producer with south carolinas Band of horses, must be one of the most
congenial to date. over the phone, at least, hes one of the nicest, most
charming guys ive ever met.
Briefy known as just horses, Boh get classifed as rock, but theyre
really more roots and country. think 1970s John Denver, but far cooler.
Formed in 2004 in seattle by Ben Bridwell, theyve released three
studio efforts, including 2010s Grammy-nominated infnite arms .the
bands line up, which included Mat Brooke for their debut album, has
undergone several changes although the current members (Bridwell,
ryan Monroe, tyler ramsey, creighton Barrett and reynolds) have all
been with the band for several years.
the band struck gold when the track the Funeral from their debut
Everything All The Time got picked up by the networks for a number of
series, flms, video games and even advertisements. plus an appearance
on the Late show with David Letterman in 2006 didnt hurt either.
By then, Brooke had left to form Grand archives. reynolds remembers that
Brooke was pivotal to getting a show opening for iron & Wine in seattle.
Ben asked if [Brooke] would just come up and do a couple songs, just
cause were friends. so he did that. it was fun and then a couple of iron
& Wine tours came up. then next thing were in the studio recording for
[label] sub pop.
roll on to today and reynolds is talking to me about the bands fourth
studio album, scheduled for release this month, produced by Glyn Johns.
Mirage Rocks lead track Knock Knock bounds along like a steam train
and reveals inspirations gleaned from recent tours with Willie nelson,
Jamey Johnson and John reilly.
the railroad revival tour was a one-of-a-kind Us train tour travelling
on 16 vintage, 1940s railcars with open air and pop-up concert venues in
parks around the tracks where they stopped.
its like being on your own train set, laughs reynolds. it was a cool
way to tour and way better than those seedy bars and stuff weve done
in the past. it suited us too because we cant deny our leanings towards
roots and country, style music.
Written by tim Gruar
SEE THEM LIVE: band oF HorSeS
TUE 15 JAN toWn HaLL, WeLLinGton
WED 16 JAN toWn HaLL, aucKLand
ALBUM OUT NOW: MIRAGE ROCK
asiDe FroM a special Big Day out edition of II, fans have had little
new material to listen to. after hearing III it is clear this drought was due
to the enormous amount of work that alice Glass and ethan Kath have
put into transforming their sound for their third full-length release.
recorded predominantly in Berlin and Warsaw, the canadian duo
placed themselves in unfamiliar territory in an attempt to reach a new
creative space. Kath wanted to offer listeners a completely different and
new experience and achieved this by stepping up to being the albums
sole producer and experimenting with new methods of production.
he introduced european electro infuences and strong pulsating synth
sounds into the mix, adding structure and cohesion.
the albums strong political undertone is evidence of signifcant changes
in the pairs lives since IIs release in 2010. With oppression being an
obvious theme, Glass says she has witnessed bad things happening to
good people, realising there will never be justice for them. her writing
style is impacted with helplessness and desperation, setting it apart
from her previous lyrics, while also complimenting Kaths new rawer
compositions.
i didnt think i could lose faith in humanity any more than i already
had, Glass comments, but after witnessing some things, it feels like
the world is a dystopia where victims dont get justice and corruption
prevails.
hype for their upcoming show here in new Zealand has grown since the
July leak of IIIs frst single plague and anticipation has increased since
Wrath of God dropped in september. Fans were left hungry for more
following the release of a third single, affection, in late october.
the duo have been slipping new tracks into their european shows,
creating lots of excitement and now that III is out it appears that fans
have much to look forward to. hopefully, we will also get a glimpse into
what to expect from the ever-evolving crystal castles in the future.
Written by zoe FitzPatricK
SEE THEM LIVE: cryStaL caStLeS
TUE 15 JAN STUDIO, aucKLand
ALBUM OUT NOW: III
WitH tHeir uPcominG reLeaSe, band oF HorSeS biLL
reynoLdS LooKS bacK on tHeir country rootS.
tWo yearS aGo, cryStaL caStLeS PerFormed at aucKLandS
biG day out. deSPite HavinG tHeir Set cut SHort and Front
Woman aLice GLaSS beinG on crutcHeS, tHe duo deLivered
a KicK-aSS SHoW LeavinG FanS WantinG more
Horsing Around
King/Queen Of Te Castle
Main Attractions
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yoUre FroM neW ZeaLanD, eh? its a small place everyone
knows each other, notes alabama shakes drummer steve Johnson.
athens, where i am now, its small. its about 25,000 in population. its
mainly cotton farming. its a Walmart town with nothing, but a mall
and a few shops on the main street. the railroad goes right through the
centre of town like those old movies. two types of beer: Miller and Lite.
the towns all pleasantville big porches, wealthy nasa engineers from
the centre down yonder. not a lot for young folks to do here.
the story goes that the band began in that Walmart town athens ,
alabama in a high school psychology class. vocalist Brittany howard,
whos been compared to the likes of Janis Joplin, approached guitarist
Zac cockrell and asked if they wanted to start playing music together.
i knew about Brittany and Zac for a while. they played parties and
hung around the music shop i worked in, explains Johnson. all the
bands did. thats where they recruited and sucked up the culture. i was
playing in a punk band. Brittany and Zac opened for a show we did in a
garage. her voice was amazing, even when i saw her at age 16.
Fogg later helped out on their self-titled debut ep. it must have made an
impression because later after Fogg graduated from college and retuned
to athens, he and Johnson joined the band. our frst real jam became
the song Mama. it had potential. it was the start of this vibrant fusion
of swampy south rock, blues and soul, says Johnson.
even in nashville, which is a music town, its hard to catch a break.
you do a lot of places where you play to a bunch of drinkers. the
town revolves around country and not much else. We even played an
aquarium, which was unusual.
Getting desperate were they? nah, not as bad as those gigs the [Flight of
the conchords] were doing on that tv show, Johnson adds, delighted
when he fnds out im from Wellington.
Do you know Bret and Jemaine? he asks excitedly.
a high-profle blogger Justin Gage (aquariumDrunkard.com) took a
shine to the newly-recorded track you aint alone. he called it a slice
of the real and then all hell broke loose.
the next thing the guys from Drive-By truckers have a copy and
theyre, like, come on the road with us! recalls Johnson.
From there, alabama shakes went from obscurity to playing the
ryman auditorium in nashville, appearing on Later with Jools Holland,
headlining the isle of Wight Festival with the XX, and a nomination for
a mtvU Woodie for Best Live performance.
yeah, its a great ride for some home country boys and girls, says
Johnson. hey, did you say you knew rhys Darby? i love those guys. you
must be neighbours?
Written by tim Gruar
SEE THEM LIVE: aLabama SHaKeS
TUE 15 JAN tHe PoWerStation, aucKLand
ALBUM OUT NOW: GIRLS & BOYS
hoW Do yoU keep experimental music experimental after 13 years
and over eight albums? that was the challenge for Baltimore psychedelic
rock act animal collective.
in a time of robots having sex (dubstep) and Lady Gaga wearing a meat
dress, it seems perhaps the modern age has lost its edge of difference. But
according to founding member Josh Dibb, for them its not about keeping
it experimental so much as it is keeping it animal collective and on the
new record Centipede Hz (or Centipede Hertz) they have tried to do just that.
i like the idea that people listening to it over time will be challenged in
all these different ways, sonically, in terms of what they are listening to,
but they will still be able to start to hear the unifyingness of it, thats its
distinctly animal collective.
Beginning in the early 1990s as a bunch of childhood friends, avey tare
(David portner), panda Bear (noah Lennox), Deakin (Josh Dibb), and
Geologist (Brian Weitz) began in indie bands and alternative rock groups
in their county, living in a bubble separated from the Baltimore music
the line up of the band has never been uniform when recording or
playing, always keeping the ideas and combinations fresh. Josh says its
a real balancing act to keep their mantra of what they set out to do in the
frst place: create a band that does not feel like something is wrong if
one or two of us do no feel like being involved.
example a: Joshs favourite album, Merriweather Post Pavilion (2008) took
form without him and Centipede is the frst record he has had his own
song on. so has being here this time shaped the album and pushed it into
a particular direction?
i think that was just a new thing for the band to try to work on one of
my songs, he says. But i do not really know what i could say about it
beyond that. i was psyched to be doing another record and i think we
all were. i do not think i can really take credit for it, but the goal was just
sort of make a record that felt more physical, raw and visceral than the
last one was.
one of the ways animal collective have sought to shake things up on this
album is by signifcantly reduced the number of instruments used, yet
giving the illusion that there are more. the juxtaposition of the minimalist
instrumentation with the tracks rich sound worked to create an effect
fans have dubbed a refection of the experience of living in modern age
something that Josh acknowledges was in the back of their mind.
We defnitely didnt talk about it when we were writing it, but i think
having heard from people now it is pretty easy to be like, yeah, that
probably makes sense in terms of giving a feeling of century overload.
i feel [overwhelmed by the modern age], especially around even really
simple things, like having so much media at our disposal all the time.
Written by Laura WeaSer
SEE THEM LIVE: animaL coLLective
MON 14 JAN tHe PoWerStation, aucKLand
aLbum out noW: centiPede Hz
aLabama SHaKeS Steve JoHnSon muSeS tHeir SmaLL-toWn
Start to biG tHinGS.
in a WorLd WHen JuSt about everytHinG HaS been done
beFore, animaL coLLective KeeP it reaL.
Shake, Rattle And Roll
Keeping Experimental Music Alive
Since 1999
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it aLL happeneD so suddenly. one minute, the Mint chicks
founded by brothers Kody and ruban nielson were taking the charts
by storm. their debut album Crazy? Yes! Dumb? No! spawned infectious
hits, and received critical acclaim.
But no sooner had they established themselves they were gone. shortly
after the release of their Bad Buzz ep, the band played their fnal show
in 2010 after Kody infamously destroyed two drumkits and equipment,
telling the crowd to start your own fucking band.
i just left, singer and guitarist ruban says of the band break up. i had
to get out of the whole situation. too much negativity in the band and
new Zealand in general. i got to portland and started making a new life
for myself.
his departure was the frst step to establishing a new success story in the
form of Unknown Mortal orchestra a band that would be labeled as
one to watch from the get go.
the departure wasnt easy, swapping a fnancially and emotional secure
life in aotearoa for the american Dream, but once he felt like he could
pay the bills, it was time to think about his next step musically.
having no bandmates and no label meant i could just make music exactly
the way i was hearing it in my head, he says. there are a few junk shops
that sell old reel-to-reel tape recorders and stuff like that. i started buying
them so i could use them for this record i was thinking about.
ruban harnessed the power of the internet and released Ffunny Ffrends
on his Bandcamp profle in the spring of 2010. the track came with no
further information or mention of who created it, but it wasnt long before
a relentless social network hunt began to fnd the creator. ruban came
forward and claimed the track as Unknown Mortal orchestras.
i spent a couple of weeks trying to decide whether id even go down this
rabbit hole, he says of the rise of UMo. i decided that i would. i threw
a band together and rehearsed them, got picked up by one of the biggest
booking agencies in the world [the Windish agency] before id even
played a show, and then toured solidly for two years.
Joining forces with Jake portrait and Greg rogove, the band became
known for its immersive psychedelic quality, which was present on the
debut self-titled album. With their forthcoming sophomore album II (due
for release in February 2013), ruban says he wanted to go back to basics.
Written by Laura WeaSer
SEE THEM LIVE: unKnoWn mortaL orcHeStra
FRI 04 JAN bodeGa, WeLLinGton
THU 10 JAN caSSette, aucKLand
ALBUM OUT: Feb 2013
JUst BecaUse yoU cant see it, doesnt mean its not there. such is the
mantra for Minuits paul Lodge.
the three-piece band, known for their electronic funk and beats, have
been known to rock out hard producing one of the countrys best live
acts consistently for over 10 years. But in a genre that doesnt require
guitars or drum like a traditional band, it can be misleading to think
their music is ft for cD consumption only.
i really do regard us as a live band, says paul. With ruth [carr] out
frontshe lets it all go. she often gets bleeding lips and chipped teeth
from the mic. there was an era when we would have to put a sock on the
mic cos she kept banging her teeth. she couldnt afford the dentists bill
so she would just fle her teeth down with fngernail fles. if you see her
up close, check out her front teeth.
its the live and organic nature of Minuit that the band set out to capture
on their ffth album Last Night You Saw This Band.
its the idea of going out to see a live band not necessarily us but you
go out and you are surprised, inspired, just blown away. hearing a band
live is better than listening to it at home so its just an ode to live acts for
slogging it out and playing a great performance.
Unlike previous albums where the three have been studio bound, or paul
and ryan Beehre have taken rhythms and sounds to ruth to which she
adds lyrics, this album had a more natural process, born on the shores of
rarotonga.
ruth was working in raro for a few months and put ideas into a
dictaphone, says paul. ryan and i had to try to decode all these crazy
messages, and the album kind of came from that. she would just hit
record; some of them are on the back of a motorbike, some you can hear
the rain or kids playing. it was a bit of fun.
For a band that was born from experimentation in the heart of nelson
nearly 10 years ago, the band has seen the scene develop in many ways,
including the growth of drum n bass and dubstep as a more mainstream
genre. But paul says the idea of keeping the energy alive as a live band
has always been their goal regardless of audience familiarity with
electronic sounds.
people, audiences, are very cool. they get music. often people will
try to explain music, but whenever you turn up to a gig, audiences
understand it because in the end its all about performance and energy
on the night so whether youre doing it as a band or playing electronic it
is irrelevant. on the night, its a blast.
Written by Laura WeaSer
ALBUM: LAST NIGHT YOU SAW THIS BAND
out FRI 21 DEC
deScribinG tHe band aS one to Give you a contact HiGH
and muSicaL FireWorKS From tHeir Live SHoW, unKnoWn
mortaL orcHeStra SHoWS a diFFerent Side oF Former mint
cHicKS member ruban nieLSon.
don t be FooLed eLectronic GrouP minuit PacKS a
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Far Cry 3 is a frst person shooter. Your
character, Jason, must shoot and stab his way
through an army of pirates spread all over the
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Jason is aided in his mission by the islands
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and the occasional kia ora or kei te pai. Jason
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more skills Jason learns. Apparently the Rakyats
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Woody and Coke from the can.
Story grumbling aside, running, jumping,
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Rook Island itself is incredibly beautiful and the
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out to explore the island, I relaxed by swimming
with a group of sea turtles. It was actually very
serene, until the shark came of nowhere and
attacked me, which caused me to yell and leap
from my seat.
The stealth raids on pirate camps are also a huge
amount of fun. Scouting frst with your camera
gives you special tracking vision, though make sure
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starting. Nothing worse than having your cover
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edition of his Comedy Roadshow with some of the
biggest stars in the world of comedy. Joining Michael
on stage in this festive extravaganza is Jack Dee,
Miranda Hart, Sean Lock, James Corden, Rob Brydon,
David Mitchell and Rhod Gilbert.
Hero at 30,000 Feet takes an average Joe on an
extraordinary psychological journey which will
culminate with him facing a life-changing decision of
whether to take control of a Boeing 737 packed with
passengers, which he believes is about to fall out of
the sky.
Its Boxing Day in the Brockman household and Santa
has paid a visit, along with some burglars. While
Mum and Dad try to maintain some festive spirit, Ben
wreaks havoc with a mechanical hand, Jake argues
the case for pirated music and Karen is busy writing
New Years resolutions, sort of.
This documentary takes us behind the scenes of one
of the more innovative musical partnerships. Filmed
since the moment of their conception, Bananaz
is the funny, riotous and compelling flm which
gives a never-before-seen account of the working
relationship of Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett.
He left behind a comedy legacy in his wake, but there
is no doubt Billy T James was snatched away before
his time. Billy is the personal story of New Zealands
most beloved entertainer, going beyond the public
faade to reveal the man behind the chuckle and
quirky Kiwi stereotypes.
The acclaimed Oscar-winning fick put Tom Cruise in
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This is the movie that defned the childhood of many
a young guy or gal born in the 80s. The Princess Bride
is a classic fairy tale with a postmodern twist. Its got
everything: adventure, fghting, true love and a giant
man. Not to mention classic lines that can be applied
to everyday life. Inconceivable!
Come into the tiny world of the Borrowers, a family
of people(?)... who live under the foorboards of a
beautiful villa. This is a fast-paced tale of adventure
that is funny and thrilling, while at its heart is a
message about the importance of family and our
relationships with the people we love.
Prime brings fans the ultimate Christmas present
with the Doctor Who special! A chilling menace
threatens Earth and an unorthodox young governess,
Clara, calls on the Doctor for help. But hes in
mourning, reclusive and determined not to engage in
the problems of the universe. What to do?
In the same vein as Wild Things and pretty much
anything Neve Campbell was in in the early 90s, this
over-the-top, guilty pleasure of a flm is all about sex,
magic and screwing your friends over. A newcomer
to a Catholic prep high school falls in with a trio of
outcast teenage girls who practice witchcraft.
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Zealand what is expected of you then?
For rhythm & Vines organisers, they have been asking themselves the
same question. How do you make a music festival bigger and better each
year, make it stand out and keep the crowds of over 30,000 party goers
young and older coming back for more?
What began as an idea over a few drinks in Dunedin quickly turned into
one of the biggest events in the country. Barely 2000 people attended the
inaugural event, with just a few local artists on the bill. It wasnt until
2006 when they secured their frst international act scottish DJ Mylo
and sold out the vines to 15,000 people that the events growth started to
take shape.
For their 10th birthday, r&V has a diverse line-up, with a range of
local and international artists such as tame Impala, Kimbra, Mark
ronson, Home Brew, Netsky and Chase and status ensuring all tastes
are catered to and people are sure to discover something theyve never
heard before.
think the sounds are top notch? they are also expanding the production
visually. the site will be taken over by lavish structures, installations,
projected imagery and an array of lighting effects. Also new this year is
the rhythm rider, a mobile DJ sound system that will move around the
site. the peak of the production teams efforts will be seen on December
31, with a spectacular freworks display marking r&Vs 10th midnight
countdown.
those who have been before know a successful festival experience is a
combination of things site, sound, sun and soothing sessions on the day
after the night before. But most importantly, its about the sound. And
the artists know this to be true just as much as the guests they want to
give the crowd the best damned welcome to the new year they can.
Headline act the Presets recently released their latest album Pacifca
and they were obviously thinking of summer. Drummer Kim Moyes says
the album is a diverse mix of upbeat festival tunes with more melodic,
chilled out beats taking the audience on an emotion rollercoaster.
It cant just be like full on from the beginning to the end and thats why
it takes you a bit on a journey.
While it is their frst time to the event, Kim says the band has heard it is
a really great festival and is looking forward to being surprised. When
asked to give readers a taste of what to expect, he says, Its just the best
way to start a new year.
Its me and Julian [Hamilton] on stage. Weve got like some stuff, like
electronic gear. We got a drum kit and weve got a big lighting rig. Its just
a really fun festival party.
International act Netsky (also known as Belgian producer Boris Daenen)
is back for the third time to r&V. When asked where his best gig in the
world has been keeping in mind this talented 23-year-old has played all
over the world he says New Zealand without hesitation.
He has fond memories of his r&V experience, adding that when
he played very late one year (a 6am set), he had the most incredible
experience as the sun came up.
Its one of the frst places the sun is coming up on New years Day, he
says. Its just a cool experience for me, defnitely something different
after touring in the european summer and all around europe. they are
never like in the middle of the vines or anything. they are always like
close to the big cities and its always a bit of a jungle and its just really
nice to get away from it.
After 12 years and four albums, Lincoln Barrett aka High Contrast has
brought a whole new generation to the genre and injected a new kind of
funk into it along the way. With spy, Logistics and Cameron Crook also
on the bill, High Contrast headlines the Hospitality stage at r&V. Its the
frst time he has been joined by his Hospital records label mates at the
festival so is there any rivalry to play the best set?
Haha! I think theres always a little friendly rivalry between us, but
we all get on very well. you know, itll be good to go out and play for
you guys, having the whole team of us and I think weve all kind of got
our own sound going on as well. so, I think that will be a nice variety
between us all with the sets.
so looking at all they have achieved at just 10 years old, is r&V learning
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its at an accelerated rate with no chance of slowing down.
written By laura weaser
SEE THEM LIVE: rhythm & vines 2012
SAT 29 DEC - MON 31 DEC waiohiKa estate, GisBorne
celeBratinG the BiG 1-0, Groove Guide looKs at whats in
store and talK to some of the headline acts, who rate
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Put AsIDe your jobs, hassles, smart phones, responsibilities and
come along to the exodus Festival 2012. set at the scenic te tumu
Kaituna reserve, Papamoa Beach, exodus is Aotearoas biggest-ever
reggae New years eve party. Last year was such a success that this year
it is going to be even bigger and better. two stages, 19 bands, six DJs, and
13 glorious hours will help you ring in the New year with peace, love, and
the movement of jah people.
Heading up this superb line-up are a whos-who of local reggae and roots
artists. First and foremost are the legendary Herbs genre survivors and
a self-made household name. Herbs have been enriching New Zealand
music and livening up ourselves since their formation in 1979 and their
debut performance at exodus is going to be off the charts. they are
members of the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame, have had 10 top 20
singles stretching as far back as the 80s, and have performed with the
likes of Dave Dobbyn, uB40, taj Mahal, Neil young, and tina turner.
Joining them this year will be raglans own Cornerstone roots, known
for their intense live shows and their infectious conscious message.
exodus is also proud to introduce Paua to our shores, currently based
in Australia, for a far-too-rare trip home to show off their wares. Where
theres a reggae festival you can count on Waikatos Katchafre to show
up and create a beautiful scene. When theyre not touring overseas,
showing the world what Kiwi music is all about, they are thrilling
crowds the length and breadth of this land.
As well as established veterans, exodus features an amazing selection
of up-and-comers. Come and see the likes of 1814, south Aucklands
three Houses Down, Hamiltons NrG rising, sons of Zion, Majic Paora,
For A BAND that used to play naked on stage a fair bit, the red Hot
Chili Peppers have sure grown up. Its not about showing their bare
asses anymore (which was mostly bass player, Flea, to be fair), its about
taking that next step on their road to modern legend status light-
years beyond anything they had ever dreamt of back in their smooth-
cheeked youth.
the LA four-piece, who innovated their own brand of punkish-funk-
rock, have booked themselves a trip to Auckland in 2013, ready to show
Kiwi audiences how much theyve learnt during 30-odd years of genre-
mashing.
And its not hard to remember the Chilis last gig in New Zealand just
rewind back to 2007, when Anthony Kiedis and co were the frst show to
open the nations freshest, big-act venue Vector Arena.
Come Mon 14 Jan, rHCP will be back at Vector, plastering those walls
with cuts from albums such as Mothers Milk, Californication, and their
classic, balls-out sensation: Blood Sugar Sex Magik.
Also in the spotlight will be material from their latest LP, 2011s Im With
You. the album spent time at the top of the New Zealand charts, was a
number-one hit in the uK and in 15 other countries around the world.
something a bit different on both the Im With You songs and Januarys
concert is the presence of guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, who took over as
rHCP axe man (from John Frusciante) in 2009/2010.
of the new tracks, Klinghoffer says, some songs seem to have a lot more
Not So Nude And Rude
the red hot chili peppers return to nz in January, But
don t expect excessive nudity and Bad attitudes. its
more aBout GivinG their music the attention it deserves
these days.
new zealands one-and-only new years reGGae festival
is BacK By popular demand.
Movement Of Te People
of an agenda than others. some songs play well with others and some
songs need more attention and a little extra care. Here are some songs
that seemed to want to pair up and take a later train. Keep your eye on
them; theyre up to something
Intriguing words from the (not-so) new guy and perhaps a sign the band
are in the midst of a new era. so they probably wont perform in just
their socks come January. But dont rule that out entirely they still live
to perform.
written By darren maslin
SEE THEM LIVE: red hot chili peppers
sUN 13 JAN vector arena, aucKland
family band sweet echo and many more will be rubbing shoulders, so
bust out your dancing shoes and head on over to sunny Papamoa. Are
you a fan of new music? Do you like getting the good word on young
musical acts before the rest of world? then keep your eyes and ears
open for the exodus opening Act competition. Bands from all across
the country will be turning out to snag this highly coveted opportunity.
Details for the competition will be available soon.
written By ricardo Kerr
SEE THEM LIVE: exodus
SAT 31 DEC te tumu Kaituna reserve, papamoa Beach
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