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SPLENDIDIt’s time to request your annual leave! Mark these dates in your diary… Splendour In The Grass 2014 will take place at North Byron Parklands, Australia on Fri 25, Sat 26 and Sun 27 July. Line up announcement coming soon.
LOSER SWAGOscar nominees who don’t win the coveted prize will be given gift bags worth more than $55,000.The gifts will include a wine/chocolate flight pairing from Chocolatines, vacation packages to the Canadian Rockies, Mexico and Japan, Swiss-made Slow Watches, Jan Lewis Designs bangle bracelets, in addition to teas and spa treatments. Academy Awards will be held on Sun 02 Mar at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
JUST SAY YESThe Cure announced earlier this month that they will release a new album in “the next few months”, along with plans to play concerts “around the world” in late 2014. Previous visits to New Zealand in 1992 and 2007 resulted from thousands of determined fans petitioning to make it so. This year a trans-Tasman alliance of fans, promoters and musicians have banded together to pull the rabbit out of the hat again. Alastair Ross was one of the 2007 petition organisers, which saw a show at Auckland’s Vector Arena added to The Cure’s 7-date tour of Australia. PETITIONS.TIGWEB.ORG/CURETOURNZ2014
SHOWTIME Dizzee Rascal will be returning to New Zealand in April. Last year saw Dizzee on NZ shores for the Back To The Future festival at Vector Arena, bringing with him his signature fast-flowing lyrics and ground shaking bass. This year Dizzee will be back for a headline tour in celebration of his new album, Filth.SEE HIM LIVE: DIZZEE RASCAL
WED 30 APR VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND
THU 01 MAY TSB ARENA, WELLINGTON
CHURCH ON SUNDAY Whitechapel have cancelled their tour dates of both Australia and New Zealand due to a death in the family. Whitechapel were due to appear at Soundwave Festival (Australia) and this weeks Westfest in Auckland. The official statement from the band: “Whitechapel unfortunately have to withdraw from upcoming visits to New Zealand and Australia due to the death of an immediate family member. The band apologies to promoters and the fans for any inconvenience caused and asks for understanding at this time.”
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FRI 21 FEBTHU 20 FEB
FRI 21 FEB
WED 19 FEB
THE HOLLIESCBS CANTERBURY ARENA
CHRISTCHURCH
7.30 PM, $79.90 - 99.90, TICKETEK.CO.NZ
The UK hitmaker’s are back by popular demand after a sold-out show their celebrated live performance, marking the end of their special 50th Anniversary celebrations. The Hollies, one of the most commercially successful pop/rock acts of the British Invasion, are known for their distinctive vocal harmony style, and have become one of the leading British groups of a generation.
WESTFESTVECTOR ARENA
AUCKLAND
6 PM, $120, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
Ever wanted a festival that truly spoke to the Westie in all of us? Well, here it is, with a line-up to die for! There’s big international acts Korn, Rob Zombie and Megadeth, Asking Alexandria, as well as Five Finger Death Punch, Black Veil Brides, Eagles Of Death Metal, August Burns Red, Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats, Whitechapel, Terror, with 8 Foot Sativa, Saving Grace and Devilskin.
EAGLES OF DEATH METALBODEGA
WELLINGTON
8PM, $65, UTR.CO.NZ
In the country as part of the aforementioned Westfest, Eagles Of Death Metal are joined by special guests Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats for a one-off Wellington show. Eagles Of Death Metal are a labour of love and side-project of the Queens Of The Stone Age frontman Josh Homme and fellow rocker/best friend Jesse Hughes.
IRON BAR OPENINGIRON BAR
AUCKLAND
Head to the official opening party of K’ road’s newest establishment, featuring Kinaki and Funkommunity with Isaac Aesili and Rachel Fraser. Make sure you taste the food, drink the wine and enjoy the live music in the courtyard. Doors Open 8pm Free entry but Limited capacity.
STIFF LITTLE FINGERSBODEGA
WELLINGTON
7.30 PM, $63, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
Along with the likes of The Clash, Sex Pistols and The Jam, Stiff Little Fingers were at the forefront of the punk movement during the 1970s. They wrote about their personal lives, growing up at the height of Northern Irelands troubles giving context to songs such as ‘Suspect Device’ and ‘Wasted Life’. Personal and political soon become their style.
GIG OF THE
WEEK
Shit worth doing music
THIS WEEK’S TEN MUST SEE MUSIC EVENTS IN NEW ZEALAND
ALL AGES
TOUR
CULT CLASSIC
FREE
LOCAL
INT’L
KEY
WED 19 FEB - THU 20 FEB
WIN
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FRI 21 FEB
SUN 23 FEB
TUE 25 FEB
SAT 22 FEBTHU 20 FEB
SLOW MAGICCASSETTE NINE
AUCKLAND
9 PM, $10, UTR.CO.NZ
Direct from the USA, Slow Magic brings the absolute best when it comes to progressive, beat-driven electronic music. The masked man is already a god on Soundcloud, having remixed Gold Panda, Delorean, Bon Iver, Giraffage & XXYYXX. See what all the fuss is about, as the live shows are a spectacular sparklefest like no other.
MADELEINE PEYROUXMICHEAL FOWLER CENTRE
WELLINGTON
7 PM, $28 - 78, TICKETEK.CO.NZ
Madeleine Peyroux brings her own distinct style to renditions of old classics and modern tunes by the likes of Leonard Cohen and The Beatles. She pays tribute to Ray Charles on her latest album, The Blue Room, which debuted at number one on the jazz charts.
BAAUER & RYAN HEMSWORTHSAMMY’S
DUNEDIN
8 PM, $20, DASHTICKETS.CO.NZ
NYC club-killer Baauer, responsible for the world-smash internet sensation track ‘Harlem Shake’, is set to hit New Zealand for three shows, co-headlining with, genre-bending Canadian DJ/producer Ryan Hemsworth. Ryan’s made his name remixing and producing for the likes of Kanye West, Frank Ocean, A$AP Rocky, Grimes and Shady Blaze.
CHARLES BRADLEYJAMES CABARET
WELLINGTON
8.30 PM, $43 - 48, TICKETEK.CO.NZ
Discovered by a Daptone Records producer in 2003, the gravel-voiced star has since recorded two albums and his against-all-odds success has been documented in the film Soul of America. He may channel Otis Redding and James Brown, but he’s forging a league all of his own. This will be an unforgettable night, followed on Saturday night by a soul-themed after-party.
CHET FAKER & HERMITUDETHE POWERSTATION
AUCKLAND
8 PM, $59, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
Melbourne-based Chet Faker (aka Nicholas Murphy) has carved out a unique style with his own take on electronica that rightly deserves all the accolades. In 2011, he recorded a cover of ‘No Diggity’ late one night for his friends. Meanwhile, Australian hip-hop group Hermitude have been winning fans over with their world class hip-hop production and live shows.
OUSA ORIENTATIONFORSYTH BARR
DUNEDIN
8 PM, $40 - 50, TICKETDIRECT.CO.NZ
Everyone knows that O Week is the place to be for any smart uni student. Sure, you could spend that time getting to know the campus, getting to know your classmates to be, and mixing with your flatmates. OR you could head out, get drunk and dance the night away (with said flatmates). Acts include Chet Faker, Hermitude and Funkommunity Sound System.
SAT 22 FEB - SUN 23 FEB
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Shit worth doing screen
THE BRIT AWARDS 2014 UKTV, 8.30PM
This is the most anticipated night in the British music industry calendar. Featuring our very own Lorde, international acts include superstar Katy Perry and Arctic Monkeys. Also revealed is the 2014 trophy created by world famous hat-designer Philip Treacy.
THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWERSKY MOVIES EXTRA, 8.30PM
Based on the best-selling novel by Stephen Chbosky, The Perks Of Being A Wallflower is a modern classic that captures the highs and lows of growing up. Starring Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and Ezra Miller, The Perks Of Being A Wallflower is a moving tale of love, loss, fear and hope – and the friends that help us through.
HOUSE OF CARDS - S1TV 3, 10.30PM
The first ever Netflix produced drama is premiering on TV3. Based on the classic novel and adapted by Beau Willimon, House of Cards stars award-winner Kevin Spacey as the ruthlessly ambitious politician Francis Underwood. Focusing on Frank and his ambitious wife Claire (Robin Wright) as they stop at nothing to ensure their ascendancy, the series features Golden Globe-winning director David Fincher.
INSIDE LLEWYN DAVISGENERAL RELEASE
Struggling folk singer Llewyn Davis (Oscar Isaac) has lost his musical partner Mike to suicide and his foray into being a solo musician with his new album is selling poorly. He spends his nights on friends’ couches and his days trying to score his big break. He finds himself in the middle of a love triangle, on the road to Chicago and getting beaten up outside music venues.
DALLAS BUYERS CLUBGENERAL RELEASE
True story drama with Matthew McConaughey (in a Golden Globe-winning performance) as a womanising, Texan cowboy who is staring down a 30-day death sentence when he is diagonised HIV-positive. Not finding help through traditional means, he hustles his way around doctors and police in acquiring non-approved drug treatment. Exceptional supporting performances from Jared Leto and Jennifer Garner.
THU 20 FEB
SAT 22 FEB
SUN 23 FEBTHU 20 FEB
THU 20 FEB
THE BEST IN TV AND FILM THIS WEEK
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REALITY TV
CULT CLASSIC
ALL AGES
AWARDS
TV SHOW
CINEMA RELEASE
ONLINE
DOCUMENTRY
TV FILM
DALLAS BUYERS CLUBIt’s the age-old story: undergo a dramatic, physical transformation and get nominated for an Oscar. But as once just a bronzed, beach-babe Californian surfer dude and star of some of the worst rom-coms of all time (Fool’s Gold), it’s clear Matthew McConaughey’s development is more than just cosmetic. Delivering a harrowing and intense performance, this time he’s truly flexing his acting muscles instead of his biceps in this true story. Set in 1985, McConaughey plays Ron Woodroof, a homophobic, rough-as-guts, womanising cowboy. From gambling and drinking to fighting with anyone that’ll let him, he’s an outlaw of the worst kind. But when he’s diagnosed with Aids and given 30 days to live, the world as he knows it comes crashing down. Determined not to be beaten, he begins smuggling in antiviral drugs from Mexico and establishes the Dallas Buyers Club to
help people in a similar position. It’s a subject that’s still often skirted around, but there’s no way to hide from the ugly truth of this crippling illness in Dallas Buyers Club. The squeamish might find themselves shaken by McConaughey’s raw portrayal and the needle use, but it’s worth braving for such a gripping drama. Accolades have been pouring in for his performance, and they are well-deserved, as are those for Jared Leto, who plays transgender woman and Aids sufferer Rayon. An unlikely friendship forms between the two leads that brings a warm touch to a cold, hard subject. A must-see.LAURA WEASER
DIRECTED
JEAN-MARC VALLÉE
STARRING
MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY,
JENNIFER GARNER, JARED LETO
FILM OF THE WEEK
THU 20 FEB
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Shit worth doing culture
ALL AGES
TOUR
ART
THEATRE
MUSIC
FREE
LOCAL
INT’L
COMEDY
DANCE
KEY
THIS WEEK’S FIVE MUST SEE CULTURAL EVENTS IN
NEW ZEALAND
TUE 18 FEB – SUN 02 MAR
WED 19 FEB – SAT 01 MAR
SUN 23 FEB
THE BOOKBINDERARTY BEES BOOKS
WELLINGTON
6PM, $7-10, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ
A bookbinder should never do anything that cannot be undone. But left alone, leather crumbles, and pages turn to dust. Stories begin to unravel… From the makers of The Road That Wasn’t There from the Fringe Festival comes a work of puppetry, magic and mayhem. Presented by Trick of the Light Theatre.
SAM MITCHELLCORBAN ESTATE ARTS CENTRE
AUCKLAND
10AM-4.30PM
Two new room-sized portraits by artist Sam Mitchell are tattooed with eclectic motifs sourced from fairy tales, legends, urban myths and Corban Estate’s history. Underlying Sam’s popular culture portraits are a concoction of social, political and gender issues. This Kiwi artist has recived a number of prestigious awards, including the Paramount Award at the Wallace Art Awards.
TRACES. GHOSTS FROM THE ARCHIVESTHE ROYAL ALEHOUSE AND EATERY
WELLINGTON
8PM, $9-17, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ
Everyone loves that feeling of a good ghost story: the goosebumps, the suspense, the nervous laughter. Set in a historical building with an underground basement and old pumproom, this is the perfect place to open up the past. Listen to tales from the 1800s, using music and shadows to scare the hell out of you.
JAPAN DAYASB SHOWGROUNDS
AUCKLAND
11AM-7.30PM
Focused on the Japanese culture, food and music, this is a day that celebrates the beautiful country. Try some traditional lunches, watch stage performances, join in demonstrations of martial arts, tea ceremony, calligraphy, card play, children’s corner, and much more. And be sure to stick around for the traditional group dancing where everyone can join and make a huge circle.
THE AGE OF AQUARIUSROTORUA MUSEUM
ROTORUA
9AM-6PM, $8-20, DOOR SALES ONLY
The 1970s was a groovy time, and the time of personal liberation was reflected in the often flamboyant fashion choices. Peace symbols, love beads, psychedelic prints, bell bottoms and kaftans are just some of the bold statements made in fabric and accessories. This exhibit looks through the wardrobes of Kiwi fashionistas and designers of the day.
TUE 18 FEB – SUN 11 MAY
WED 19 FEB – SAT 01 MAR
FREE
Auckland Council
MUSIC PARKSIN
JAZZ, BLUES, COUNTRY, LATIN,
DUB & MORE in a park near you
JANUARY TO MARCH 2014
www.musicinparks.co.nz
BC30
04
JESS SAYERACTRESS
Who’s in the dead supergroup for your dream hologram show?Michael Jackson on vocals (and excellent dance moves), Margaret Thatcher on keys and Jesus on bass. Actually. Better chuck Marilyn Monroe on drums.
What’s an upcoming film you’re jazzed about?August Osage County.
Where can your stalkers find you during the weekend?I don’t even know where I can find me during the weekend.
What happens when you mix Coca Cola with Pepsi?Heading to the dairy right now to find out.
Your fantasy spirit animal is…A fire-breathing unicorn with wings. Warmth, transport and a horse with a horn on its face. Brilliant.
Your signature “I’m an amazing cook” dish is…Vogel’s Vegemite Toast.
The best TV show around at the moment is…American Horror Story. Seriously. Watch it.
The best place for a date night is…A show at Q Theatre or The Basement and then Tanuki’s for some sweet Japanese food.
People say you look like…Kristen Stewart. But they also say that, unlike her, my face moves, which is nice I suppose.
Kittens or puppies?My kittens ate one of my scripts this morning, so I’m going to have to say puppies. (That’s a lie, I love all fur children).
What generic current affair has your blood boiled?The fact that New Zealand has reversed its anti-whaling stance and is backing a deal that would allow Japan to return to commercial whaling. Not cool, New Zealand. Not cool.
SEE HER PERFORM: JESS SAYER
IN MO & JESS KILL SUSIE
MON 24 FEB - SAT 08 MAR BASEMENT THEATRE, AUCKLAND
Artist Q&A
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WU-TANG CLAN‘Y’ALL BEEN WARNED’
UNSEEN VIDEO
MAJOR LAZERAPOCALYPSE SOON
ALBUM
KLAXONS‘CHILDREN OF THE SUN’
SINGLE
ALL IS LOST CINEMA RELEASE
FILM
GOTSOME ‘BASELINE’ FT. THE GET ALONG
VIDEO
THE NEW RELEASES YOU CAN SINK YOUR TEETH INTO
CAPTAIN PHILLIPSDVD RELEASE
FILM
LOCOCYCLE 360
GAME
LIGHTNING RETURNS: FINAL FANTASY XIII PS3, 360
GAME
OUT NOW
OUT NOW OUT NOW
OUT NOW OUT NOW
FRI 21 FEB
THU 20 FEB
WED 26 FEB
New shit
BROODSBROODS
The first time I came across Broods I was foolish enough to dismiss them. The song was ‘Bridges’ and admittedly I made it through less than half of the song. Needless to say this EP is impeccable and I have a lot of repentance ahead of me. ‘Never Gonna Change’ opens the EP with a brilliant soundscape that feels deep with each of the layers interlocking perfectly with the other. The levels are balanced meticulously and so no one element drowns out another and they never compete. Track two continues the momentum. ‘Pretty Thing’ (which reminds me of Imogen Heap’s album Ellipse) is an expansion on its predecessor. It comes in with a catchy, but not cheesy, chorus and moments of pure melody. The sound of Caleb Nott and Georgia Nott’s vocals together is majestic. They’re the perfect match for each other and while Georgia takes center stage the smooth rasp of Caleb’s voice isn’t something to be overlooked. ‘Sleep Baby Sleep’ has been on repeat. Everything from the beat to Georgia’s vocals gives the
track an emotional quality that separate it from the others. Lyrically it feels more honest, more raw, and the background strings add to the tenderness of the lyrics and delivery. Broods share a label with Katy Perry, Elton John, Emeli Sandè and Beck. By the time you make it the closing track ‘Coattails’ it’s obvious why Capitol Records signed this brother-sister duo from Nelson. ‘Coattails’ becomes the surmise of everything the past five tracks have given. The beat is heavier, the chorus more anthemic and the vocal delivery as pure, epic and dynamic has it has been on the songs before it. Georgia Nott’s vocals are the simply put: perfection. They take centre stage on the EP and are complimented endlessly by brother Caleb’s instrumentation. They’re matched only by the songwriting, which is more poetic and emotional than we’re used to seeing in pop music. To say Broods are the next Lorde is wildly inaccurate - they’re something new and exciting on their own. SEBASTIAN MACKAY
ALBUM OF THE WEEK
OUT NOW
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Eating Drinking
THE SERIOUS SANDWICH363 COLOMBO ST
CHRISTCHURCH
Served on fresh ciabatta bread (and gluten-free friendly), these guys take their sandwich making seriously. It’s not just something you shove between two bits of semi-mouldy loaf that you found in your cupboard. It’s about making a meal which would make the Earl proud. Try the tender roast pork with parsley and garlic salsa, or meatballs and parmesan cheese. Cheese lovers might stick to the simple and sensational aged cheddar and onion jam, or chicken fans will like the nutty slaw and mayo in their sandwich. Whatever you fancy, it’s made fresh and fast for lunch on the go.
ALL GOOD ORGANICSMULTIPLE OUTLETS
NATIONWIDE
Totally 100% New Zealand owned and operated, this small business is about working with Fairtrade farmers in organic produce to make a difference. The company behind Karma Cola, Gingerella and Lemmy (you may have seen these at cafes or festivals) believe it is important to the make the right choices about what you eat and drink, not just in terms of what you are putting in your body but how these products impact on the environment and human resources. Every All Good product is either Fairtrade, or as with their cola nut, sourced directly from farmers to ensure they get a fair deal and benefit from the proceeds of their efforts.
ALLEY CANTINA140 GEORGE ST
DUNEDIN
Sometimes you just want to tuck into a hearty plate of nachos, or an enormous quesadilla. Big servings, delicious flavours and ice-cold margaritas make Alley Cantina a well-known eatery in Dunedin. It’s value for money with piled-high plates and mouth-watering serves. Grab a platter between friends or hog the plate all to yourself.
SOUL THAIMULTIPLE LOCATIONS
AUCKLAND
There are a lot of advantages for swapping that greasy burger for delicious takeaways as your weekend meal. At Soul Thai, they cook authentic cuisine using the finest ingredients and deliver your order fresh and fast, so you don’t need to lift a muscle. Good thing then the dishes, are so healthy you can’t feel guilty.
SIX BARREL SODA MULTIPLE OUTLETS
NATIONWIDE
It’s classic old-fashioned soda as they used to make it, but without all the additives and preservatives. These guys make their syrups in a Wellington kitchen from real ingredients. The colours and flavours come from the natural ingredients and are kept in brown bottles because the amber glass protects them from the sun.
FOXTON FIZZMULTIPLE OUTLETS
NATIONWIDE
Believe it or not, the Foxton-based fizzy drink company has a history dating back to 1918, when the first power lines were installed. Today, they are being sold all throughout the North Island as one of the few remaining independent soda companies, with a distinct fruity flavour. Try their raspberry, lime or old-fashion creaming soda.
AUCKLAND BARS AND EATERIES
ATICO COCINA19 DRAKE ST FREEMANS BAY, 354-4030
Inspired Caribbean food and
cocktails in the old stables & roof
terrace of the Vic Park Market.
BIG J’S1 MELTON ROAD, 579-0340
Big J’s - Gourmet burgers rated
no.1 via Concrete Play Ground
and The Corporate Lunch Box
websites. Home of Auckland’s
best burgers.
BREW ON QUAY 102 QUAY ST
Over 102 different beers from
around NZ and the world.
DE POST466 MT EDEN RD, 630-9330
Your local in the heart of Mt.
Eden with over 100 beers
available.
DING DONG LOUNGE 26 WYNDHAM ST
New York’s premier rock and
roll bar has come to town.
FATHER TED’S ORIGINAL IRISH PUB1 WELLESLEY ST W 377-3142
Entertainment seven nights a
week, with three big screens,
pool table, competitions & prizes,
quiz, karaoke and live music.
FIDDLER IRISH BAR71 VICTORIA ST W
A small, but perfectly formed,
authentic Irish bar with some of
Aucklands friendliest bar staff.
LE MONDE CAFE 368 QUEEN ST, 222 2800
Belgium hot chocolates, coffees
and offer a range of beautiful
cakes (gluten free available) and
organic drinks.
MALT BAR 442 RICHMOND RD
A must have stop between
Ponsonby and Kingsland, with
Monteiths beers and great food.
THE PADDINGTON117 ST GEORGES BAY RD, 309-3586
A Parnell institution for sports
events, craft beers and superb
food with the recent addition of
top-notch live gigs.
THE PORTLAND PUBLIC HOUSE463 NEW NORTH RD
The newest port of call in
Kingsland.... rustic and raring to
serve this evolving part of town.
SHADOWS STUDENT BARAUCKLAND UNIVERSITY, L3, 34 PRINCES ST, 366 0544
Everybody is welcome. Party
action every night of the week.
DJ’s, pool tables, movies, quiz,
karaoke, happy hours galore.
TOM TOM27 DRAKE ST, 377-5737
The newly developed Gastrobar
housed in a historically
significant site.
The Tuning ForkVECTOR ARENA, 42 - 80 MAHUHU CRES, 358-1250
The Tuning Fork is the ground
floor space of our 2-storeyed
bistro. It’s a great place for a
private party on evenings when
the main arena is not in use.
VERONA169 K’RD, 307-0508
Iconic K Rd hangout. Open
7 days 7am (9am weekends)
till late.
Q THEATRE 305 QUEEN ST 282-3895
Auckland’s only performing arts
venue offering a full breakfast
menu and delicious coffee to
start your day. Range of lunch
options, wine list and a modern
selection of tapas, pizzas,
platters and dinner options.
WAGAMAMAMULTIPLE LOCATIONS WAGAMAMA.COM
This small sleek and super cool
pad is the place for your next
function - come check us out!
THE WINDSOR CASTLE144 PARNELL RD 356-3650
Established in 1847, one of
Auckland’s earliest surviving
hotels serves gastro pub food
in a comfortable, unpretentious
environment.
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A$AP FERG (US)Fri 28 Mar Studio, Auckland
Sat 29 Mar Bodega, Wellington
ARCTIC MONKEYS (UK)Fri 02 May Vector
Arena, Auckland
Sat 03 May Tsb Bank
Arena, Wellington
BILLY BRAGG (UK)Sun 23 Mar The Opera
House, Wellington
Tue 25 Mar The
Powerstation, Auckland
BILLY CONNOLLY (UK)Tue 08 Apr - Wed 09 Apr
Napier Municipal Theatre, Napier
Sat 12 Apr Vector
Arena, Auckland
Wed 16 Apr TSB Stadium,
New Plymouth
Tue 22 Apr Regent on
Broadway, Palmerston North
Fri 25 Apr CBS Canterbury
Arena, Christchurch
Tue 29 Apr Theatre
Royal, Timaru
Thu 01 May Stadium
Southland, Invercargill
Sun 04 May Queenstown
Events Centre, Queenstown
Wed 07 May Dunedin
Town Hall, Dunedin
Fri 09 May Marlborough
Lines Stadium, Blenheim
Sun 11 May TSB Bank
Arena, Wellington
Wed 14 May Claudelands
Arena, Hamilton
BOBBY KEYS AND THE SUFFERING BASTARD (US)Fri 04 Apr The
Powerstation, Auckland
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN (US)Sat 01 Mar Mt Smart
Stadium, Auckland
Sun 02 Mar Mt Smart
Stadium, Auckland
BRUNO MARS (US)Sat 15 Mar Vector
Arena, Auckland
Sun 16 Mar Vector
Arena, Auckland
CHALI 2NA & THE HOUSE OF VIBES (US)Wed 23 Apr Studio, Auckland
Thu 24 Apr Bodega, Wellington
CLAP CLAP RIOTFri 07 Mar Galatos, Auckland
Sat 08 Mar Puppies, Wellington
Fri 14 Mar Dux Live,
Christchurch
Sat 15 Mar Chicks’
Hotel, Dunedin
CLASSIC HITS WINERY TOUR 2014Thu 20 Feb Anderson
Park, Invercargill
Fri 21 Feb Waitiri
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Never heard of Evolve? That’s not a big surprise really, afterall, it was only announced a month ago. Things move pretty quickly in this industry sometimes, but rarely am I playing a game just weeks after the world first became aware of it.The gist of the experience is firmly rooted in the same stuff Left 4 Dead was crafted from; cooperative multiplayer shenanigans with more than a little bit of terror to keep you on your toes. There are four playable “hunter” characters, one of each must be present in every game, and playing them to their strengths is critical if you’re to succeed in defeating the ultra-powerful monster that lurks somewhere in the level.The four classes play quite differently to one another, too; there’s a damage-dealer, a healer, a trapper, and a utility-type, and there’s no way you’ll beat the beast by playing each one the wrong way.Then there’s the mixed motivations of the monster itself. This is where the name of the game comes from; by eating some of the “food” animals (the world is full of all kinds of beasties, not just the main monster), the monster earns the power necessary to evolve. Each step in its evolution grants the monster more power, and eating food also gives it a shield - giving the monster motivation to run away, and hunters all the incentive they need to track it down and kill it ASAP.Wait, motivation? Why does a monster need motivation? Because it’s player-controlled. While there are certainly similarities to Left 4 Dead (the monster is quite a lot like a Tank from that game), this asynchronous 4 vs. 1 multiplayer element, which gives Evolve a competitive aspect in addition to the obvious cooperative ones, is where the game really sets itself apart.All of this meshes together to form a cohesive whole that, while similar on the surface to other games you might have played, results in an entirely new experience. Not only that, but Evolve is incredibly fun to play - both as a hunter and as the monster. If you’ve been hankering for the next phase in multiplayer gaming after the excellent Left 4 Dead, it’s looking very much like Evolve could be just that.ALAN BELL
PREVIEW: THE ELDER SCROLLS ONLINECOMING TO PC, XBOX ONE, PLAYSTATION 4
If you have been following the progress with TESO’s development, you will know it’s set in familiar land of Tamriel at a time when three distinct factions are vying for political dominance. If you’re not super familiar with The Elder Scrolls’ narrative, that’s a millenium before the events of the most recent game in the series (Skyrim) and 800 years or so before both the game before that (Oblivion) and the one before that (Morrowind.)The event at the core of the early story is the return of an old protagonist in the form of Daedic Prince Molag Bal. The three factions - the Ebonhart Pact (Nord, Dunmer, and Argonians), the Daggerfall Covenant (Orcs, Bretons, and Redguards), and the Aldmeri Dominion (Altmer, Bosmer, and Khajiit) - all commence their story in the same area. Players have a choice between character classes Nightblade, Templar, Sorcerer, and Warrior. Character skills are based around two weapon related slots, three class skills, and one ultimate skill. Trait points are divided between strength, vitality, and magic. With only one new point available per level, you have to make some hard choices in how you assign them.The look and feel of the game is very much like Skyrim. In fact, it was very hard to get away from this observation, as the graphical style is very similar in a lot of places (thankfully, though, there are regions which are a lot warmer than what Skyrim veterans would be used to.) The initial phases of the game have you playing largely solo. Because of this, and the Skyrim graphics, it’s just like playing another game in the series. There is a lot that is familiar in terms of the combat, crafting, and - of course - the core characters in the game.Exploration has always been a big part of the series and this game is no different, however this aspect of the franchise has had to be balanced with the need to have zones designed to challenge players at a specific character level. Accordingly, there is subtle use of storyline and zone shifts that ensure you don’t get out of your depth.There is no doubt that fans of the series will find a lot to like in this game, but it will be interesting to see how MMO players react to The Elder Scrolls when it releases in April.MIKE GUNN
It’s not often that I get to interview my own indie idols. To the student DJ, Yo La Tengo, along with the Beastie Boys and Sonic Youth, were the arty, angsty antidote to the over produced synth-drab of 80’s mainstream radio.
They were part of the gutsy DIY New York No Wave scene, determined to make their own music free of commercial constraints. And I admired them for it.
Still it was a huge surprise, to me at least, to discover that while I was digging the pioneer alt- music scene in the States, the appreciation was reciprocated over there. “Oh yeah.” laughs the bassist James McNew, “The music of your country was very important to us. I first became aware of bands like Chills and the Flying Nun label about 1987 and I never looked back. I was completely obsessed. I also went back in time and found out about Billy TK, the Spelling Mistakes and others like this. Their music just keeps on giving.”
And they’ve been going now, as a tight three, for over thirty years. But has McNew ever feel like a third wheel, given that sometimes couples orbit their own little worlds within the greater universe of the band? “Not at all. If I was in a band of seven others they’d be seven other world’s colliding. We’re been very close, experiencing things that only we understand, so I don’t think or worry about it or consider it a problem. We’re family. We don’t fight like other bands, so that’s part of our longevity. I read about the Kinks...there’s a story about Mick Avery trying to decapitate Dave Davies on stage with a cymbal. No one in Yo La Tengo has ever got to that stage,” he laughs. The band still continue to make challenging, satisfying alt-pop with an arty twist, and that also includes their latest album Fade, which by their own standards runs at a short 45 minutes. “Yeah,” he jokes “it’s like a Minute Men album, over before you know it!”
After chatting a bit, I learnt that McNew was once a young, budding journalist and even interviewed a Kiwi. “When I was younger I had a fanzine, called And Suddenly (‘87-’89). It was not very good. I used to do most of my interviews by post. It was great because I had all these souvenirs (letters) from the bands. Which is nice. 75% of my interviewing was done through the post. My best were done for the last issue, which I never put out. I did one of the earliest interviews with Galaxy 500 and I got a very generous letter from Chris Knox. I was heavily influenced by the music from New Zealand, as are the others in the band.” Yo La Tengo formed in Hoboken, New Jersey slap bang in the middle of the 1980’s, in a period of excess, Wall Street and Reagan. Originally a duo of husband and wife team Ira Kaplan (guitars, piano, vocals) and Georgia Hubley (drums, piano, vocals) the band grew to include McNew (bass, vocals).
So given the band’s musical magpie tendencies and penchant for welding multiple styles and genres into each song then why make such a singularly short recording? “When we stared to write the songs were on the shorter side. Making a single album was very appealing; we found a way to express ourselves in a more concise way, natural and right but also a challenge.” True to word Fade is a mix of rock, lounge and art cool, in much the style that they’ve been making for over three decades now. Songs bounce from Velvet Underground (‘Is the enough’) to the psychedelic Johnny Cash experience of ‘Stupid Things’, and not far at all times are the influences of early Flying Nun bands. In this day and age of instant digital satisfaction it’s nice to see bands putting in the extra effort like the limited edition rework of Fade, a project labelled The Tree. It’s collaboration between the band and cartoonist Jim Woodring’s mysterious and psychedelic dream land immortalised in a hand drawn animation DVD; 3 soft-vinyl dolls, sculpted by Tomohiro Yasui, and a collection of new music and b sides. “We originally just wanted the tree idea but at the publisher’s suggestion Jim ended up designing these three little characters based on us” he chuckles.
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The type of attitude that places him firmly in control of what Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats are and will be. Void of posturing and the desire to please he sees it as a case of, in his own words, “if we alienate our fans, so be it.”
It’s dedication to being true to themselves that leads to the music being partly a combination of influence and ambition. “It’s a mixture of different influences that I have melded together, almost into a great big pot and then it comes out and that’s the music that we play.”
He laughs at their (trusty) Wikipedia definition of being a psychedelic doom band and says it wasn’t something he set out to be.“That’s just one of them things that people put on you (sic).”
Starrs tends more toward the definition of “psychotic rock with no bullshit” and it would be a crime to insinuate such a thing means lack of ambition.
Their brand of rock pulls together heavy riffs with dark lyrical content and melodies and harmonies. A style that Starrs says you don’t see much of in heavy music. “You don’t get a lot of that in heavy music and [our] vocals aren’t over the top screaming or anything like that. We have a clean sound and I plan everything out in advance so I know how it sounds in my head.” That’s no exaggeration.
Their latest record Mind Control is a concept about a man that believes he’s God and leads a death cult. For Starrs grandiose and well executed concepts are all part of what he does. “It’s something that’s a huge influence on the way I write. I need to have big concepts and ideas to write properly and then I break it down into different ideas.”
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cards for the foreseeable future or “at least the next couple of albums.” Says Starrs. Overall concepts make it easier to put the album together but the preproduction for each song is no less than impressive. “There is a lot of preproduction and research that goes into the songs. We already know the running order before we go into the studio. Each song is like a scene in a movie.”
And their signature sound is equal amounts ingenuity and studio production. They play, and record, on equipment from the ’50s and ’60s mixed in with new technologies. “It’s a mixture… it gives a great sound but the new technology has its place…you can get a good sound when you mix the digital with analogue.”
There isn’t much to be said, yet, in regards to a new album. Starrs says that they’re looking at having a single out later this year and recording late this year. He says that could led to an album early
2015 but preproduction wise there is a lot of work to be done. Although he does say: “There are somethings in there that will surprise people.”
It’s safe to say that they’re as committed as ever to remaining true to themselves. And for fans that means growth as well as the sound and songwriting ability that the band have built over the past few years. “[We’re going to keep] doing things our own way and not selling out, which we would never do, and staying true to ourselves and our beliefs and ideas.”
Playing WestFest is geographically further than Starrs says he ever saw the band coming. Bassist Dean Miller is a kiwi and while Starrs says Miller is happy to be home, nothing quite rivals Starrs’ excitement to look around.
Starrs may be a modest and soft spoken Englishman but he and the band’s music is certainly far from it. They reached into their own territory with their debut album Volume 1 and have gone on to cement it with 2013’s Mind Control. The two biggest questions are what’s coming next and when? But more pressingly, is how big an impact they’ll make at WestFest. SEBASTIAN MACKAY
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FREEDOM FARMERS10AM, Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki
LA CIGALE FRENCH MARKETS8AM, La Cigale
SHAKE IT ‘N’ RAG BAND5:30PM, Windsor Castle
THE NIGHT SKY8PM, Stardome
VOICES OF SACRED EARTH ECO-FESTIVAL7PM, Kawai Purapura
YOGARHYTHMS FEAT. SJ (AUST) & RIA (NZ) [WAIHEKE ISLAND]Stonyridge Vineyard
TUE 25
DARK CLOUD/WHITE LIGHT12PM, Silo Park
DECADE OF DAYS10AM, Auckland War Memorial Museum
THE NIGHT SKY8PM, Stardome
V&A SELLING DREAMS10AM, Auckland War Memorial Museum
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COLONIAL COTTAGE SUMMER HOURSColonial Cottage Museum
DELANEY DAVIDSON AND MARLON WILLIAMS “SAD BUT TRUE 3” TOUR9:30PM, Mighty Mighty, $20
STIFF LITTLE FINGERS8PM, Bodega
SUMMER SHAKESPEARE 2014 MACBETH8PM, Botanic Garden
TE UPOKO O TE IKA A MAUI10AM, Museum Of Wellington City & Sea
THE MEDICINE - STAND UP COMEDY8PM, The Cavern Club
WATERFRONT POP-UP SHOPS10:30AM, Taranaki Wharf
WELCOME TO WELLINGTONMuseum Of Wellington City & Sea
THU 20
COLONIAL COTTAGE SUMMER HOURSColonial Cottage Museum
EAGLES OF DEATH METAL WITH SPECIAL GUESTS UNCLE ACID AND THE DEADBEATS8PM, Bodega
GET NICE THURSDAYS AT MATTERHORN5PM, Matterhorn
LUCAS PAINE (AU), BENT FOLK AND ATHUZELA BROWN8:30PM, Mighty Mighty, $5
TE UPOKO O TE IKA A MAUI10AM, Museum Of Wellington City & Sea
WATERFRONT POP-UP SHOPS10:30AM, Taranaki Wharf
FRI 21
COLONIAL COTTAGE SUMMER HOURSColonial Cottage Museum
DOCTOR WHO SYMPHONIC SPECTACULAR6:30PM, TSB Bank Arena
FALLEN ORDERS EP RELEASE SHOW9:30PM, Valhalla, $5
LORD ECHO - DJ SETMatterhorn
MASO GANG & KILLAFLOWZFast Eddies Pool Hall
TERROR OF THE DEEPMighty Mighty
THE FIRE WITHIN; A FAIRY TALE REMIXFrank Kitts Park
THE UNDERGROUND PRESENTS: SHAKE ‘N’ FINGER POP10PM, Laundry on Cuba
WATERFRONT POP-UP SHOPS10:30AM, Taranaki Wharf
SAT 22
AWESOME TAPES FROM AFRICA (US)Mighty Mighty
CHARLES BRADLEY8:30PM, The James Cabaret
COLONIAL COTTAGE SUMMER HOURSColonial Cottage Museum
D+FBFast Eddies Pool Hall
DEMIGOD/HALF-HUMAN6:30PM, BATS Theatre
DOCTOR WHO SYMPHONIC SPECTACULAR2PM & 6:30PM, TSB Bank Arena
INTERNATIONAL PARTY DJ FREQ NASTY!8PM, Bodega
RISE OF THE EINHERJAR - BLACK METAL FEST8PM, Valhalla
SPCA COMMUNITY ADOPTION DAY12PM, Miramar Community Centre
THE HOLLIES8PM, Michael Fowler Centre
WATERFRONT POP-UP SHOPS10:30AM, Taranaki Wharf
SUN 23
CHARLES BRADLEY8:30PM, The James Cabaret
CITY OH SIGH ALBUM RELEASE4PM, Laundry on Cuba
COLONIAL COTTAGE SUMMER HOURSColonial Cottage Museum
DEMIGOD/HALF-HUMAN6:30PM, BATS Theatre
MADELEINE PEYROUX7PM, Michael Fowler Centre
MUSIC AT HOME: VICTORIA THOMPSON2PM, Colonial Cottage Museum
TE UPOKO O TE IKA A MAUI10AM, Museum Of Wellington City & Sea
WATERFRONT POP-UP SHOPS10:30AM, Taranaki Wharf
MON 24
COLONIAL COTTAGE SUMMER HOURSColonial Cottage Museum
FIVE BY FIVE: BEETHOVEN - SYMPHONY NO. 5 & CORIOLAN OVERTURE12:30PM, Michael Fowler Centre
RAW MEAT COMEDY - FEBRUARY8PM, The Fringe Bar
TE UPOKO O TE IKA A MAUI10AM, Museum Of Wellington City & Sea
WATERFRONT POP-UP SHOPS10:30AM, Taranaki Wharf
TUE 25
COLONIAL COTTAGE SUMMER HOURSColonial Cottage Museum
SUMMER SHAKESPEARE 2014 MACBETH8PM, Botanic Garden
TE UPOKO O TE IKA A MAUI10AM, Museum Of Wellington City & Sea
WATERFRONT POP-UP SHOPS10:30AM, Taranaki Wharf
WELCOME TO WELLINGTONMuseum Of Wellington City & Sea
WED 19
1931 HAWKE’S BAY EARTHQUAKE10AM, MTG Hawke’s Bay, Napier
DIRTY OL’ O - WEEK SPECIAL DUNEDIN FEAT THE UPBEATS + MORE10 Bar, Dunedin
SMITHER!10AM, Waikato Museum, Hamilton
THU 20
1931 HAWKE’S BAY EARTHQUAKE10AM, MTG Hawke’s Bay, Napier
DAN WALSH - THE UKS FINEST CLAWHAMMER BANJO PLAYERLe Cafe, Nelson
HONEYBONE W/ IRON MAMMOTH AND THE SPARROW THIEVESTillermans, Invercargill
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FRI 21
1931 HAWKE’S BAY EARTHQUAKE10AM, MTG Hawke’s Bay, Napier
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DAN WALSH - THE UKS FINEST CLAWHAMMER BANJO PLAYERThe BoatHouse, Nelson
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SMITHER!10AM, Waikato Museum, Hamilton
THE CLASSIC HITS WINERY TOUR 2014Waitiri Creek, Queenstown
SAT 22
1931 HAWKE’S BAY EARTHQUAKE10AM, MTG Hawke’s Bay, Napier
CARL BARRON - A ONE ENDED STICK8PM, Baycourt, Tauranga
HAWKS & DOVES9PM, Major Toms, Mt Maunganui
MAMAKU - TWIGS OF GOLD - ALBUM RELEASE9PM, Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton
SMITHER!10AM, Waikato Museum, Hamilton
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1931 HAWKE’S BAY EARTHQUAKE10AM, MTG Hawke’s Bay, Napier
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MON 24
1931 HAWKE’S BAY EARTHQUAKE10AM, MTG Hawke’s Bay, Napier
SMITHER!10AM, Waikato Museum, Hamilton
TUE 25
1931 HAWKE’S BAY EARTHQUAKE10AM, MTG Hawke’s Bay, Napier
BAAUER AND RYAN HEMSWORTHSammy’s, Dunedin
CARL BARRON - A ONE ENDED STICK8PM, Royal Wanganui Opera House, Wanganui
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FRI 21
HARDLOVE PRESENTS ADAM FREELAND (UK)9PM, Winnie Bagoes City
SAT 22
THE CLASSIC HITS WINERY TOUR 2014Waipara Hills
SUN 23
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Chet Faker is coming to NZ and he’s bringing an updated, road tested, and versatile live show with him. It’s a one man show that’s run by loops and mini controls. Faker says it has more groove than it’s previous incarnation and he’s changed up the arrangements of his songs for the show. “You can move to this one more because it’s more beat orientated. I’ve tweaked the songs and have a different version.”
It also allows for a stream of conscious type playing that means he’s not bound to a song after song structure. “It allows me to keep running with a train of thought and it means that the song can keep going.” Being able to play unhindered is part of what adds to the show’s versatility, the other part being that it’s a solo show. Faker’s shows are notorious for getting crazy. Aside from a Canadian jumping on stage with gifts of hugs and decadent chocolate, he says the strangest thing was at a Field Day show he played. “I was throwing food at MO…when Skrillex was Djing. That was pretty weird.”
His show here is in support of his upcoming debut album Built On Glass. It’s an album that had three incarnations before being finished and Faker says
that now it’s finally done “all of my objectivity has gone out the door.” He set out to create the best work possible, but as he says, it kept changing until it reached this point. “I really wrote three albums. The first time I wanted it to be something people would like, but then I wasn’t happy with it so I deleted it. The second time I wanted to do an experimental record but I wanted to keep the pop elements I love so much.”
The result is a combination between the latter and Faker says he’s just happy that it’s finished. On the whole he says the album is more musically dense than the EP and it’s a big step forward. “On the EP I’d only just started and I didn’t know what I was doing. On the record I tried using new production techniques.”
Fun fact: he still uses the same guitar he’s always used on the album along with the “the same crappy microphone. It cost $20 and came with VHS player. It’s from the ‘80s.”
It was all written and record by Faker who rents a room in a heritage building. “It’s a cold room in an old meat market. It’s relatively soundproof.” A lot of
Faker’s recordings run straight through the gear so there’s no reverb or echo from the old building.
For Faker writing is a complex process. Most songs seeing several versions before they made it onto the album. “I go through phases where I introduce a concept or element. This time around the structure of the song really interested me.”
He aimed for a progressive structure over the classic verse chorus verse style. “Sometimes I get obsessed with a concept and I’ll write three songs with that concept and then the best one goes on the album.”
Faker says his approach changes from song to song and while you can set out to make a certain sound it may not be so straight forward. “You can aim for a certain type of music but you don’t always get what you aim for and then what’s there is what you get.”
For him the most important aspect is the process being pleasurable. “I just sit down and try to make music that’s pleasurable for me. I enjoy the process. I love that people love my music and I’m humbled and pleased that I get to do this for a job. It’s a blessing because my first priority is that I enjoy doing it.”
In total it took two years for him to write and record Built On Glass. He muses that people that set out to make music their job can be in danger of losing touch with what they’re creating.
“If what I do lost any authenticity then I’d walk away and find another job.” It’s been, in Faker’s own words, “long and arduous” getting to where he is now. And so saying he’d walk away is a testament to his passion.
Though he says he never set out to be signed he does shed some light on a misconception. “When I started out I never really wanted to get signed. There’s an understanding that when you get signed, you’ve made it.” SEBASTIAN MACKAY
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