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NEWS THE GREATEST DJ

The results are in for America’s Best DJ for 2012, coordinated by DJ Times Magazine and Pioneer DJ. This years numero uno went to Miami native and progressive trance mogul Markus Schulz who commented “When I’m on stage doing what I love every week, winning awards is the last thing on my mind. So to win this really means an incredible amount to me, and I am humbled by everyone out there who believes in what I do.” Rounding out the Top 5 were Z-Trip, BT, Skrillex and Steve Aoki.

The top 50 results are at: djtimes.com/djt/blog/

Scan the QR code with your smartphone to go to Groove Guide’s mobile website for breaking news, reviews, interviews and more features.

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Video gamers of Aotearoa put November 30th in your iphone calenders. That’s the date Nintendo will be unleashing the all new Wii U here. The most noticeable change as the original Wiis successor is the option of expandable hard drive via SD card or USB, and the controller entitled the Wii U GamePad. If the Sony PSP and Apple iPad got together the GamePad would be their lovechild. An imbedded touchscreen modelled on a tablet, that allows the user to continue playing with out the need for a TV. Available in black or white with several additional add ons, the basic version is set to retail for around NZ $479.

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ELLIE GOULDING DOUBLE BANGER

Her first show sold out in one day so Ellie Goulding has announced a second show.

Ellie is able to play another show in Auckland so a second has been added at Studio on Thu 25 Oct. Recent single ‘Lights’ has been a huge international hit and is included on Ellie’s brand new album set for release on October 12th. These NZ shows are amongst the first in the world around the release of Halcyon.

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So, over the weekend Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong went on a bit of a tirade on stage at the iHeartRadio festival in Las Vegas. The on-stage outburst began when the teleprompter said that the band had one minute left of their performance. Armstrong responded with “I’m not fucking Justin Bieber” and then proceeded to smash his guitar on the stage. On Monday morning it was announced that the angry frontman had admitted himself in to rehab “Billie Joe is seeking treatment for substance abuse. We would like everyone to know that our set was not cut short by Clear Channel and to apologize to those we offended at the iHeartRadio Festival in Las Vegas.”

SEE HER LIVE: ELLIE GOULDING THU 25 OCT STUDIO, AUCKLAND FRI 26 OCT STUDIO, AUCKLAND SOLD OUT TICKETS ON SALE: THU 27 SEP ticketmaster.co.nz

WAR MEANS WAR

The Civil Wars have been announced to play two all ages shows in New Zealand. The Grammy award winning duo are heading here for the first time in March and are set to play shows that are set to be both visually and sonically spectacular.

SEE THEM LIVE: THE CIVIL WARS Tue 19 Mar St James Theatre, Wellington ticketek.co.nz Thu 21 Mar Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland ticketmaster.co.nz PRE-SALE: 4pm Wed 03 Oct - 4pm Thu 04 Oct frontiertouring.com/thecivilwars GENERAL SALE: Fri 05 Oct

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BIGGER THEN JESUS?

UK music magazine NME has just crowned John Lennon it’s ultimate rock icon. The Beatles legend beat out other nominees including Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie and Kurt Cobain to grab the top spot in a survey of 160,000 readers. There were a few surprises in the top 10 including Ian Curtis the lead singer from Manchester rockers Joy Division (at 10), the inclusion of both of the Oasis brothers Liam (2) & Noel Gallagher (9) individually and The Arctic Monkeys, lead vocalist, guitarist and main song writer Alex Turner showing everyone up and clocking in at 4.

All the results are in the latest edition of NME (with John Lennon on the cover).

NZ’S NEXT TOP AUDIO GEEK

The Technical Awards finalists have been announced for this years Vodafone NZ Music Awards.

Winners will be announced this Wednesday night.

MAINZ Best Producer: Kody Nielson for Bic Runga – Belle, Kody Nielson for Opossom – Electric Hawaii and Nic Manders for Lydia Cole –Me & Moon.

MAINZ Best Engineer: Steve Garden for Whirimako Black & Richard Nunns – Te More, Olly Harmer for Victoria Girling-Butcher – Summit Drive, Neil Baldock for Lydia Cole – Me & Moon and Steve Roberts for Kevin Field – Field Of Vision.

Best Album Cover: Angela Keoghan for Bannerman – Dearly Departed, Special Problems for Ruby Frost – Volition and Yvonne Todd for Haunted Love – Spirit Revival.

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PLAYING 2012 PRIMETIME EMMY FAVourites AWARDS MARTY GREENTREE TAHUNA BREAKS

Favourite drink? A cold one.

Favourite takeaway? KFC. Favourite colour? Blue.

Favourite classic film? Pumping Iron.

Favourite childhood memory? Christmas.

Favourite party food? Anything previously frozen then deep fried with dipping sauce.

Favourite vice? Licking the bowl.

Favourite song? Depends on my mood.

Favourite meal? A free one.

Favourite cause? Children.

Favourite label to put on your relationship?

Lucky.

Favourite ‘90s TV show? Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Favourite word? Grease.

Favourite album? The next one.

Favourite type of groupie? Hardout ones.

The 2012 Primetime Emmy Awards were held on midday Monday (our time) at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. The actiondrama Homeland took out four of the top honor awards and Modern Family took out four of the big Comedy awards. Sadly some of our favourites missed out this year with Mad Men going with a whooping 17 nominations and leaving with none and our new fav Girls leaving with no awards either. Below are some of the big winners of the night.

Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy - Eric Stonestreet for Modern Family Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series Louis C. K. for Louie Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy - Julie Bowen for Modern Family Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series Steven Levitan for Modern Family Best Actor in a Comedy - Jon Cryer for Two and a Half Men Best Actress in a Comedy - Julia Louis-Dreyfus for Veep Best Reality Competition Programme - The Amazing Race Best Supporting Actor Drama Series - Aaron Paul for Breaking Bad Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series - Alex Gansa, Howard Gordon ad Gideon Raff for Homeland Best Supporting Actress in a Drama - Maggie Smith for Downton Abbey Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series Tim Van Patten for Boardwalk Empire Best Actor in a Drama - Damian Lewis for Homeland Best Actress in a Drama - Claire Danes for Homeland Outstanding Directing for a Variety Series The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Best Movie or Miniseries - Game Change Best Drama Series - Homeland Best Comedy Series - Modern Family

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Favourite body part on you? Nostrils.

Favourite body part on someone else? Eyes.

Favourite venue? A licensed one.

Favourite lyric? ‘I got soul… and I’m superbad’.

Favourite candy bar? Snickers.

Favourite current TV show? Grand Designs.

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WEDNESDAY 26

FRIDAY 28

CARB ON CARB MIGHTY MIGHTY

gig OF THE WEEK

TRUTH: LOVES SHADOW ALBUM RELEASE BACCO ROOM

10PM, $5, DOOR SALES ONLY

Sounding like a diet for people who love bread with a side of pasta, Carb on Carb embark on the first stop of their southern spring tour in Wellington.

The Auckland two piece are joined by Lontalius and Oligocene Drowning on this pit stop.

THURSDAY 27

10PM, $15-20, DASHTICKETS.CO.NZ

As Truth prepare to drop their 2nd studio album entitled Loves Shadow, New Zealand’s bass fiends are treated to an early album release tour spanning the country. Deciding to break the usual album format, the new Truth LP will be released an album sampler and two EPs: all free for their fans to download.

HYPERPOTAMUS LEIGH SAWMILL

CIRCUS RECORDS SAMMYS

LEIGH, 9.30PM, $10, DOOR SALES ONLY

9PM, $31-40, DASHTICKETS.CO.NZ

Circus Records started in 2009 as a platform for Flux and Doctor P’s dubstep productions, but since then the label has grown quickly to become synonymous with bass-driven music. Headlined by Doctor P, Funtcase, Cookie Monsta, Slumdogz and Krafty MC with support from New Zealand’s very own Taniwha Bassline.

A hippo on crack? Something out of a Flight of the Conchords song? Nope, one guy, a stellar voice, a few microphones and a loop pedal to make sweet music.

The London-based solo artist from Madrid, Spain has wowed audiences and now it’s our turn.

BONE THUG N HARMONY STUDIO

DON MCGLASHAN BODEGA

8PM, $80, 1-NIGHT.CO.NZ

8PM, $32, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ

When he’s not travelling down Dominion Road, he’s driving around the country on his spring tour to showcase his intimate solo show, as well as road-test new material for his forthcoming solo album. With a career that includes Blam Blam Blam, The Front Lawn, The Mutton Birds, and a pair of highly-acclaimed solo albums, Don shows no signs of slacking off.

Daymn! Back when I was in high school these guys were the shiz, with their Phil Collins sampler on ‘Home’ and all their thug life ways of living. Well, apparently they are still going and still getting their swag on. Check out their special New Zealand concert.

RAZORWYRE SAN FRAN BATH HOUSE

MUSIC AT MOJO MOJO INVINCIBLE

7.30PM, $10

Coffee and classical music? Just as Mozart would have liked it. This concert presents Mozart’s Turkishflavoured Piano Sonata in A major, K: 331, presented on a copy of a Viennese fortepiano from 1795 together with “period” sound effects and remixed by his contemporaries.

9PM, $10, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

Razorwyre are stoked to be releasing their debut album Another Dimension, and are throwing a party to celebrate. In addition to their classic thrash/speed metal, the band say their debut material will raise a few eyebrows with some new sounds. Special guests Beastwars and Meth Drinker feature.

GREAT NORTH KINGS ARMS

KEEP CALM AND LISTEN TO HIP HOP RAKINOS

8PM, FREE

Forget the pot of tea, hip-hop is the best way to keep your nerves calm in a time of crisis. Every Thursday, DJs are serving up the best beats to get your swagger on to. Tonight, it is TDK, D-Form and HazBeats.

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8PM, $10

Alt-country act Great North describe their inspiration as ideas delivered by angels. Drunk angels. Their sophomore album Halves was released in May to a positive critical reception and they are enjoying sharing their sound with Kiwi folk on a couple of shows, joined by Alaska and Tom Lark.

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ALBUM OF THE WEEK

SATURDAY 29

The Presets

NIGHTCHOIR

Pacifica

PADDINGTON LIVE

8PM, $15, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

Former Kiwi band Pluto’s former side project is now their main project after their lead singer went over to Los Angeles. After recently completing an awesome nationwide tour, if you missed these guys, now is your chance to see what they are capable of. A new, refreshed sound, with a hint of the melancholy.

SNAKESKIN SUITCASE LUCHA LOUNGE

8.30PM, $15, DOOR SALES ONLY

Open up the suitcase, what do you find? In this case, it is raw, American-style dirty blues, with snakeskin boots to match. APRA winner Dealaney Davidson, southern gal Nadia Reid and The Last Minute Boys are a talented threesome each with their own style but with one thing in common: a love of the blues.

RUSSIAN CIRCLES KINGS ARMS

8PM, $40, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

After unleashing their monumental sounds to packed houses across the country last year, three piece instrumental rock/metal band from Chicago Russian Circles are back on our shores this September and are bringing Utah duo Eagle Twin along for the ride.

Expect disorientation and discordant sounds.

TUESDAY 02 STEEL PANTHER POWERSTATION

8PM, $73, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

Key

Tight bright pants, long wavy hair, hairless chests: it’s not a throwback to a rave scene, it’s Steel Panther, reviving the proud tradition of ‘80s glam metal. Think this year’s Rock of Ages mixed with Motley Crue.

What are they trying to do? These guys for real? Either way they have supported the biggest acts of their inspiration including Gunners, Motley and Def Leppard.

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TOUR

You don’t get to tour with Daft Punk, headline Rhythm & Vines or sit higher on the bill at Parklife than say genre winners Passion Pit or Nero without good reason and so it is that The Presets hang those titles in their already impressive trophy cabinet.

Four years of quiet downtime to focus on fatherhood have passed and the Sydneysider’s return with album three – to a market flush with electronic. Can they hold up against the likes of Modular label-mates Cut Copy in the age of Australian electro?

Probably, Pacifica is a true tribute to their talents as musicians.

Electronic music has a bad rap as theme music for the hedonistic pillpopping, bass-woofing scenester youth who lurk in dark clubs and venture out only to power chuck on the side walk. While there may be truth in saying that crowd will enjoy them, The Presets already proved with 2008’s Apocalypso that they have wider appeal, managing to hold chart space for over a year in our Tasman cousin’s single’s list. Both vocalist/ keyboardist Julian Hamilton and drummer/keyboardist Kim Moyes are classically trained music geeks and as their catalogue grows their intelligence shines through too.

This release is a far cry from debut Beams, an at times too-far sighted gamble in the realms of techno experimentation.

and an exploration into the flaws of the lucky country. There’s a message and clear agenda that is, although most relevant in Australia, universal.

The text is easily the definitive characteristic of Pacifica it’s an un-pretentious and emotionally delicate observation far-flung from the occasional arrogance of its predecessor. Opener ‘Youth In Trouble’ is a stridulant interpretation of fear, panic and madness associated with the worlds youth told to us with Hamilton’s intoning deep voice, it’s very senatorial and reeks of New Order. There’s an expedition away from the ballsy, almost evil, deep vocals into the realms of falsetto that demonstrates a wide vocal range and doesn’t detract at all.

‘Promises’ showcases this range and is incredibly pop intuitive. The best track is ‘Ghosts’, it’s an up tempo techno take on classic folk/sea shanty style with peaks and valleys flawlessly completed with the compellingly powerful lyrics.

Pacifica has raised the benchmark; The Presets are out in front and once again demonstrate their aptitude in defining the genre.

WRITTEN BY JUSTIN FOWLER

Pacifica is a bold step forward, wrapping a novellic sentiment into their musical talents and persuasive beats. The lyrical element of this record is arguably a take on the concept album. It’s truly Australian

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WEDNESDAY 26

James HayDay

COMIC BOOK MONTH

Composer for Lazy Suzy boy

AUCKLAND CITY LIBRARIES Your fantasy spirit animal is…

Rough Collie x Falcor ALL SEPTEMBER

Your signature “I’m an amazing cook” dish is…

Steak, etc.

With The Avengers, there is sure to be a resurgence of comic book lovers, it’s time to indulge with comic book month. The library has an extensive range of not only comics but graphic novels too. It is also hosting a range of events for all ages, including cartoon workshops, create a character and a cosplay event.

The best TV show around at the moment is…

Treme The best place for a date night is…

Ponsonby food court

Thursday 27

You’d get arrested if the police knew that you…

Lawyer...

THE BARTERED BRIDE

People say you look like…

Tired?!

ASB THEATRE

Five celebs on your f**klist?

W******s, K***z, D***t, O***n #3, B***t

7.30PM, $50-190, THE-EDGE.CO.NZ

Introducing the New Zealand Opera’s third opera of 2012 – an acclaimed production of Smetana’s production. It’s a comic look at Bohemian life set in 1972, a tale of true love prevailing despite the best efforts of a marriage broker, of social-ladder-climbing parents and of course a dancing bear.

BODY FESTIVAL: IT’LL ALL END IN TEARS CPIT

8PM, $16-20, DASHTICKETS.CO.NZ

This physical theatre is like no other, combining masks, puppets, stunning choreography and a powerful cello soundscape. The production explores life moments we all share, where fate plays out to ultimately end in tears. It’s more interesting than depressing, we promise your night won’t end in tears.

SATURDAY 29

Who’s in the dead supergroup for your dream hologram show?

Hendrix, Jelly-Roll, Morgan Freeman on bass.

What’s an upcoming film you’re jazzed about?

The Master

Kittens or puppies?

The kitten will ride on the puppies’ back.

What generic current affair has your blood boiled?

Kate’s holiday snaps. Isn’t it just so terrible?

Plug whatever it is that’s coming up for you Ann Dewey and Spinning Sun have commissioned some music for their shows around my home town(ish)!

Where can your stalkers find you during the weekend?

Probably at work, so they’ll need keycard access and a disguise.

What happens when you mix Coca Cola with Pepsi?

Black hole?

SEE HIM LIVE: Spinning Sun Presents Lazy Suzy Boy www.spinningsun.co.nz

SUNDAY 30 CHALK FEST

HARCOURTS ICE RINK

GARDEN PLACE

MARINE PARADE DOMAIN 11AM

NAPIER , 9AM, $10-20, DOOR SALES ONLY

Free your mind from the confines of the blackboard.

Take to the pavements and unleash your finest chalk art. It’s fun for sure! Make a political statement or show off your best picture of a flower. Every entry wins a prize and there is an overall award of $100!

Music and entertainment for all to enjoy.

It’s coming into spring, but winter lovers can hold onto the last of the colder months with Napier’s latest outdoor ice rink. Skating on 33,000 frozen litres of water next to the beach, is an experience not to be missed. The theme is winter wonderland, so lace up your skates and get your glide on.

BILL BAILEY

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COMEDY

christchurch

DANCE

8PM, $80-90, TICKETEK.CO.NZ

Musical comedy at its finest, English comedian Bill Bailey brings his brand new show Qualmpeddler to our shores. Bailey says to expect reggae renditions of Downton Abbey and dubstep revisions of church sermons. When he’s not making a song and dance, Bailey will have you in stiches with his travel stories.

Key

MICHAEL FOWLER CENTRE

World-class creative comedy – made right here, right now.

12-29 Oct

(Fri, Sat, Sun)

The Weekend Comedy Cocktail

Vance Fontaine - Command Performance

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Imagine what you can do with a 420-watt iPod dock! With the new Sony GTK33 your neighbours will soon find out. Dock your iPod or iPhone, connect your Walkman, USB drive or just tune in the radio.

Sharing music has never been louder.

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FILM OF THE WEEK

THURSDAY 27 HUNG - SEASON 2 Premiere

RUBY SPARKS

SOHO, 9.00PM

Kicking off the second season of the wickedly seductive TV show, Hung begins its 10-episode season dropping in on Ray (Thomas Jane), now coaching baseball, as he faces teacher layoffs. Suddenly, the importance of his side business (male prostitution) is more important. The second season focuses on the complex dynamic between Ray and his two pimps, Tanya (Jane Adams) and Lenore (Rebecca Creskoff).

directed by JONATHAN DAYTON, VALERIE FARIS Starring PAUL DANO, ZOE KAZAN AND ANNETTE BENING

TRUE BLOOD - Season Finale PRIME, 9.30PM

As season five draws to a close, Eric embarks on a final, desperate mission to overthrow the Authority and save Bill from losing his humanity. Meanwhile, Andy faces the consequences of a Light Pact he made, Alcide readies for a second showdown with JD, and Sam and Luna test their limits in trying to escape the Authority.

LOOPER GENERAL RELEASE

118 mins

From the brilliant mind behind TV’s Breaking Bad, director Rian Johnson brings a sci-fi tale about a “looper” – a hitman whose targets are sent to him from the future (Joseph Gordon-Levitt). However, his lucrative career comes under fire when he recognizes a new hit as an older version of himself (played by Bruce Willis).

EMBARRASSING OLD BODIES

Ruby Sparks revolves around one of those high concept ideas that I generally have a low tolerance for.

‘Man creates fictional girl, girl comes to life’ sounded a bit like a Weird Science for the indie set and I was primed to throw the word ‘quirky’ all over this review.

Sure enough, the film does trade in the slightly melancholy, slightly funny filmmaking that Sundance loves and that I’m exhausted of. But, by the end of Ruby Sparks, I was won over.

Kind of.

The first half of the film was more or less what I was expecting – a Manic Pixie Dream Girl male fantasy.

I should’ve been clued in by the fact Ruby Sparks was written by lead actress Zoe Kazan though, because the film slowly reveals a more feminine perspective, which leads to a dark turn of events in the

third act. Ruby Sparks also ends up making some reasonably astute observations about relationships, love, and what we expect from our significant others.

Paul Dano does reliably good work as the literary genius with writer’s block, Kazan easily transcends the ‘quirky girl’ role her script requires, and both Antonio Banderas and Annette Bening turn in warm performances with a limited amount of screen time. Oh, and Steve Coogan could play the kind of slimy twerp he does here in his sleep at this point, but it’s always great to see him.

By the end, I’d forgotten how silly the whole thing was, and enjoyed Ruby Sparks as the sweet little modern fable it’s aiming to be.

WRITTEN BY TONY STAMP, FLICKS.CO.NZ

FRIDAY 28

TV2, 8.30PM

AOTEAROA SOCIAL CLUB

Key

No doubt you’ve seen Embarrassing Bodies in all its oozy, puss-filled glory. Now, in celebration of International Day of Older Persons, Dr Christian studies how our bodies physically age, demonstrating on his own father how their two bodies differ due to the natural ageing process while Dr Pixie gives advice on safe sex for the over 65s.

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TV2, 11.30PM

TV2’s brand new series is an irreverent, off-the-wall new show hosted by Nesian Mystik’s Te Awanui (Awa) Reeder with an array of well known Kiwi panellists.

The all Maori panel includes celebrities such as All Black Richard Kahui, actor Tammy Davis, Silver Fern Catherine Latu and radio DJ and singer K’Lee as they discuss, dissect and disrespect all things pop culture.

JAPANESE FILM FESTIVAL THE FILM ARCHIVE

6PM

Organised by The Japan Information and Cultural Centre (JICC), and the Japan Foundation, in association with the JET Alumni Association of Wellington and the New Zealand Film Archive, this five-day festival features documentaries, dramas and anime that offer a snapshot of Japanese society and culture.

This is where all your digital devices meet to create great sounding music. Without cables or complicated set-ups you can stream from iTunes and Windows Media Player. Or you might just want to connect your iPod, play your CDs at a thumping 100 watts without distortion or choose internet radio stations from all around the world.

Call it freedom of choice if you like.

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BARS

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auckland GROOVE GULPS PONSONBY PONSONBY Chapel

147 Ponsonby Rd (09) 360-4528 For a quiet afternoon drink with friends in the sun, a lite bite, a la carte dining or a great night out.

GOLDEN DAWN

THE BRITOMART SOCIAL 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 vinylonly DJs.

RACKET BAR

Crossroads of Ponsonby & Richmond Rds Ph (09) 376-9929

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

GRAND CENTRAL

MEXICO

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

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.

VERONA

169 K’Rd (09) 307-0508 Celebrating 20 years on K’Rd. Open 10am till Late Seven days with intimate booths live music, gourmet food, cocktails & organic tap beer.

MTEDEN EDEN Mt 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.

152 Ponsonby Rd (09) 378-8186

NEWMARKET NEWMARKET THE CLADDAGH

PINXTOS (Opening Oct) 128c Ponsonby Rd Bar*Cafe*Tapas

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

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

SHANGHAI LIL’S

311 Parnell Rd 358 0868

THE PONSONBY (Belgian Beer Cafe)

1-3 St Mary’s Rd (09) 376-6092 A little piece of Europe in the heart of Ponsonby, the perfect spot to kick start the weekend, for an intimate dinner or a refreshing after-work beverage...

CENTRAL& K’RD & Krd CENTRAL DOC BAR

352 K’Rd (09) 365-1800 Tues-Sat

144 Parnell Rd (09) 356-3650 Established in 1847, one of Auckland’s earliest surviving hotels serving gastro pub food in a comfortable, unpretentious environment.

Lvl 3/536 Queen St (09)377-3711

1885 - Britomart

27 Galway St (09) 551 3100 Nightclub upstairs. Cocktail lounge downstairs. Home to Auckland’s biggest club nights.

KINGS ARMS

59 France St (09) 373-3240

FATHER TED’S ORIGINAL IRISH PUB AGENTS & MERCHANTS

6-10 Roukai Lane (09) 309-5854 Seasonal lunch meals and latenight tapas served in a small cobblestone alleyway.

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1 Wellesley St West (09) 377-3144 Entertainment 7 nights a week, with 3 big screens, pool table, competitions & prizes, quiz, karaoke and live music

204 Quay St (09) 357-6147 A blend of 1930s vintage glamour and West Hollywood lounge with a healthy shot of private gentlemen’s club.

QUAY ST CLUBROOMS

204 Quay St (09) 357-6147 Watch the game while your girlfriend goes dancing.

SALE ST

7 Sale St (09) 307-8148 A unique collection of spaces award-winning microbrewery, bistro dining, dance floor with live music, celebrated garden bar and very private Velvet Room!

LA ZEPPA KITCHEN & BAR

37 Drake St (09) 379-8167 Focusing on the fact that people want to enjoy each other’s 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.

THE WINDSOR CASTLE

KHUJA LOUNGE

BRITOMART BRITOMART

SNAPDRAGON

VICTORIAPARK PARK VICTORIA THE PADDINGTON

JULEP

VIADUCT VIADUCT

KINGSLAND KINGSLAND

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, mains at the bar.

Neighbourhood Brewbar

498 New North Rd (09) 846-3773 Nestled in the site of an old garage and engineering shop Neighbourhood celebrates the craft of beer and is perfect for afterwork drinks or a Sunday session on the sun drenched outdoor courtyard or the lounge inside.

THE OAKROOM 17 Drake 300 6313

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RAKINOS LEVEL 1/35 HIGH STREET

Coffee, tea, cocktails, dining or dancing. Whatever you are in the mood for, Rakinos has it. Famous for Thursday night ‘Keep Calm and Listen to Hip-Hop’, Thursday through to Sunday is where it is at for live music for those with feet itching to dance. With a full breakfast & lunch menu, and comprehensive drinks range.

GOLDEN DAWN 134 PONSONBY ROAD

Last year, these guys embarked on a mission to bring gourmet wines from all over Europe, with the bulk of them Beaujolais and Sicilian, as well as some beautiful drops from Greece and Portugal. Some wines are even certified organic and spray free.

SOUTHERN CROSS

The Cross is the epitome of Wellington life and culture. Like five different bars rolled into one, the eclectic place has something for everyone. A funky ‘70s-style back room looks like a throwback to your parents’ first lounge area, the garden bar (with carefully placed coloured lanterns) has a true festival atmosphere, and inside the dance floor is big enough to accommodate some Saturday night chaos, Sunday samba or live music every other night of the week.

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Endless lazy days with the new Sony XF300 portable dock. Great sounding music for up to six hours before you need to recharge the built-in battery. And as well as your iPod, iPhone and iPad you can connect your laptop or smartphone wirelessly.

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GIG GUIDE

SHIT WORTH DOING

auckland gig guide Wed 26 Conch Records At BCC

5PM, The Britomart Country Club

Creative Jazz Club 8PM, 1885 Basement, $10

Dirty Diana’s Sol Night 7PM, Chapel Bar

Industry Night 9PM, twentyone

Maya Vanya 6PM, Racket

Nigel Love and Grant Marshall 5PM, Sale St

Open Mic Comedy 8PM, Snatch Bar Entry

Rebecca

9PM, Be Club Entry

Russian Circles

8PM, The Kings Arms, $40

Mile High, Herbaceous Pepperonicle & Soho Fables

DJ Mad

Old School DJs: Murray Cammick, Manuel Bundy

5PM, Neighbourhood

8PM, Khuja Lounge, $5

6PM, Racket

R’n’B Jam

9PM, Juice Bar

Root Down with Frank Booker

6PM, Tyler Street Garage

Shake, Stir and Sing 7PM, The Windsor Castle

The Get Down 6PM, Sale St

The Gunslingers Ball 8PM, Leigh Sawmill Cafe, Leigh

The Hound

9PM, Bin Bin Deluxe Entry

The Wax Works: T-Rice

5PM, The Britomart Country Club

Thu 27 1885 Live: Jupiter Project 9PM, 1885 Britomart

Acoustic Thursday Ft. Hugh McCarroll

Dj Submariner, Dj Spooky 5PM, Everybodys

Mason Clinic,lost Rockets,black Science, Shoutin Preachin, Flaming Crow, Dj Curveballz & guests 10PM, Khuja

Eddie Manukau 8PM, Glen Eden RSA

Great North, Alaska & Tom Lark 8PM, The Kingsarms Tavern

HYPERPOTAMUS

9PM, Leigh Sawmill Cafe, $10

Las Tetas, It Hurts & Ed Gains Band 8PM, Wine Cellar

8PM, Studio

10PM, Whammy Bar, $10

Brett Polley

Rhythm and Style

9PM, Merchant Bar

5PM, Sale St

Club Kill

Rock n Fu**ing Roll - Joe’s Diner

7PM, Goode Brothers

DJ Beauty

8PM, Snapdragon

Dj Jason Eli 6PM, Commons

Dj Tido

6PM, Everybodys

General Lee 7PM, Chapel Bar

Ginger Minx Chronicles a night of liquid DnB 8PM, Ginger Minx

MAINZ Presents Diploma Music Showcase 8PM, The Kings Arms, Auckland

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Sat 29 A Ponsonby Institution 3PM, Chapel Bar

Aroha

11PM, 1885 Basement

Circus Records Nz Tour 2012 11PM, Studio, $26

DeeWhy

7PM, Sale St

Dj Andy JV, Dj Hudge 5PM, Neighbourhood

9PM, twentyone

9PM, Ginger Minx

Bone Thugs N Harmony

Brett Polley

9PM, The Patriot

Mojo Risers

7PM, Libertine

Parents, Sex Pest, Graves, Too Late

7PM, Audio Foundation, $5

VHF Duo

7PM, Commons

6PM, Hurstmere Brew Bar

Andrew McLeod

5PM, Tyler Street Garage

Tidball

Ben Wah

9PM, Hurstmere Brew Bar

TSG Live with Alisha, Frank Booker ft.

Lewis McCallum

MAGIK SESSIONS W/ DICK JOHNSON

9PM, Snatch Bar Entry

9PM, Elephant Wrestler

Acoustic Thursday w/ Eli

Alex Richards

10PM, The Bacco Room, $20

Lee Gray Duo

Fri 28

7PM, Nuffield St.

Truth; Loves Shadow Album Release Party

Thirsty Thursdays with DJ Ryuzo

5PM, Northern SteamShip

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8PM, GBS Bar

7PM, Neighbourhood

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9PM, Snatch Bar Entry

6PM, 1885 Britomart

10PM, Code

David Shanhun 8PM, Moretons Bar

Dj Adam O, Dj ExMixKid 9PM, Snapdragon

DJ Dirty Diana

7PM, Red Hummingbird

Dj Hudge

6PM, La Zeppa Kitchen

Dj Jason Eli 6PM, Commons

DJ Karn Hall & DJ General Lee 8PM, twentyone

Nigel Love , Lyrakill

10PM, Forte

Selecta Sam

5PM, The Britomart Country Club

The DT

8PM, De Post

The Friday Blender 5PM, Chapel Bar

The Professor, Johnny Holmes 6PM, Libertine

Thunderdykes, X-Ray Fiends, The Redheads 9PM, Static, $5

Tido, Dan O

DJ Leza Lee

6PM, Racket

Dj Lo Key , Dj Normski

Tom Bates, Bobby Brazuka

6PM, Chivas at The Deck 6PM, Northern SteamShip

11PM, 1885 Basement

Dj Frank Booker DJ Jarrod Phillips & DJ Sample Gee DJ Pups

5PM, Britomart Country Club

Dj Selecta Sam

8PM, La Zeppa Kitchen

DJ Sister Act 4PM, Chapel Bar

DJ TDK , Dj Normski 9PM, Snapdragon

Dj Tido

7PM, Everybodys

DJ Trash

8PM, Red Hummingbird

DJ Tricq

9PM, Snatch Bar Entry

Free Booze Ep Release Party Auckland 9PM, Khuja Lounge, $10

Honey For The Ears 8PM, UFO

Kieran Cooper ‘Farewell Auckland’ 8PM, Wine Cellar, $5

Mark Tronson Duo 9PM, Merchant Bar

Mojo Risers

9PM, Rickshaw Eddys

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REGIONAL gig guide

Mothra, Set on End & Beatrix

Sun 30

Thu 27

Neon Break Festival 2012

Acoustic Sunday Session w/ Eli Guttenbiel

8PM, Studio

3PM, La Zeppa Kitchen

Circus Records NZ Tour 2012 @ Sammy’s - Dunedin R18 9PM, Sammy’s, Dunedin, $21

1AM, Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai

Nightchoir

Acoustic Sundays ft. Hugh McCaroll

Phoney Dog EP Release Tour

The DeSotos in Rotorua

9PM, Whammy Bar, $10

9PM, Paddington Live

Old Skool Saturdays w/ DJ Linely Latu 7PM, Chivas at The Deck

Paris Is Burning

10PM, 1885 Britomart, $10

Pat 4 President 9PM, The Patriot

Rackets EP/ Video Release

2PM, Neighbourhood

Britomart Sunday Service

2PM, The Britomart Country Club

Tillermans, Invercargill

Swampfest 2012 Pop Up Red Square

Red Square, Palmerston North

Eat The Beat 1PM, Longroom

Pat 4 President 9PM, Merchant Bar

Southern Fried Sunday

Oakley Grenell w/ Easy Vibes & Soulstaah

shane hand, Ultan Burke

8PM, Hurstmere Brew Bar

Sick Disco Liquid DnB Edition!

6PM, Cassette Nine

Slave

8PM, Racket

Snakeskin Suitcase w/ Delaney Davidson, Nadia Reid, The Last Minute Boys 8PM, The Lucha Lounge, $15

Sprawl - Fis, Orphan, Merge, Evade, Chapter 10PM, Rising Sun, $10

Steve Newall, Tony Turntables 7PM, Libertine

TSG Sessions with Alisha, Solly, Dan Aux 9PM, Tyler Street Garage

Valley Funk Allstars W/ KUTCORNERS, SOULYRIC RANDOMPLAY AND LOWE1 8PM, Ginger Minx

Vicious iCuts Release Party ft. Sneaker Fox 9PM, Be Club, $5

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9PM, Leigh Sawmill Cafe, $10

Mangere Love Free Community Concert 10AM, Mangere Town Centre Stage

3PM, Chapel Bar

Tattletale Saints Corelli’s Cafe

Mon 01

Opshop - The Hits & Giggles Tour w/ Steve Wrigley 623 In The City, Nelson

Swampfest 2012 Regent On Broadway, Palmerston North

Club Connoisseurs Kings Arms Music Quiz

Vorn & band

9PM, The Kings Arms

Tattletale Saints

The DeSotos

2PM, Biddy Mulligan’s, Hamilton $5

Players Entertainment Centre, Invercargill

Thunderdykes, X-Ray Fiends, The Redheads & More

6PM, Chapel Bar

Ivory Premium Urban Lounge, Mt Maunganui

Sun 30

RATSMAGIC W/ FILTH DOG

Sunday Session with the Sentimental Sound System

U4ria

AMPED Presents: Gig 2

2PM, Sale St

8PM, De Post

8PM, Belgian Bar, Rotorua, $15

8PM, Space Monster, Wanganui

9PM, Kings Arms

Sarah Spicer

Tempist Fujit

Fri 28 6PM, Dunedin Muso’s Club, Dunedin

8PM, Hard Luck Cafe, $10

The Royal, Palmerston North

Vorn & Band

Shae Snell

The Kings Arms

Swampfest 2012 Secret Show

Mon 01 The Edge presents TITANIUM Come On Home Tour 7PM, Rotorua Civic Theatre, Rotorua, $25

Static Bar, Hamilton 8PM, The Royal, Palmerston North

The Bunker, Devonport

Viva Jazz Quartet The Windsor Castle

Sat 29 2 Bands for $2

Tue 02 BUCKET BOY: A New Play by Ashton Brown & Kat Glass

7PM, The Basement Studio, $20

Kings Arms Quiz 9PM, The Kings Arms

open mic at windsor castle

8PM, The Windsor Castle

The Big reTHiNK 7PM, Q Theatre

The Royal, Palmerston North

Carb on Carb Southern Spring Tour w/ Males Two Cartoons 8PM, Taste Merchants, Dunedin, $10

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Katchafire Back To The Roots Tour Hot Lava, Ohakune

NZ Country Music Assoc. Entertainer of the Year Awards 2012 7PM, Rotorua Civic Theatre, Rotorua, $40

Oceania Storm NZ Tour - Sweet Music Album Release Boiler Room, Whakatane

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WELLINGTON gig guide Wed 26 Blackjack, Solsona Carnival, Captain’s Log, Scatterhawk and Michael Rowlands 8PM, Bar Medusa, $10

Carb on Carb Southern Spring Tour w/ Lontalius Oligocene Drowning 10PM, Mighty Mighty, $5

Down & Dirty Boston on Blair

Funkacybin

San Francisco Bath House

10PM, The Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

Raashi Malik 9PM, Meow, $10

RAZORWYRE ANOTHER DIMENSION Album Release Party w/ BEASTWARS & METH DRINKER 8PM, San Francisco Bath House, $10

Time Killed The Clock Record Release The Russian Frost Farmers Gallery

Sat 29

The Medicine Standup Comedy Night

Fane Flaws w/ No Engine

9PM, Meow, $5

Thu 27 Acoustic Music The Cheeky Pipi

Acoustic Routes Choir Extravaganza

The Lido Cafe

Johnsonville City Nghts

9PM, Mighty Mighty, $5

10PM, Mighty Mighty, $10

Optimus Gryme v TREi 9PM, Sandwiches

Twinset

4PM, The Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

Sun 30

The Whiskey Show, Wicked Fish, Jez Kemp & Guests

Dennis Marsh Country Concert

8PM, Bar Medusa

Fri 28 Circus Records Nz Tour 2012 @ The FrontRoom

Evil Genius Records

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Kate Anastasiou 7PM, Black Betty

10PM, The Bedrock Bar

Kate Anastasiou

Lines of Flight 2012

6PM, The Brickworks

1PM, The Physics Room, $15

Le Fresh

OPEN HEART CIRCUITRY

9PM, The Brewery

8PM, Dux Live

Nacoa, Sanchez & MC Jenna

Pawnstar

9PM, The Monday Room

Sex & Addiction w/ Free Beer & Cash 9PM, Wunderbar

9PM, Darkroom

How To Make Friends and Still Appear Normal at The Body Festival 2012

10.30PM, Pegasus Arms

Superfreak

8.30PM, MacKenzies Hotel

The Crystal Set 8PM, Ciburb Bar

Sun 30 How To Make Friends and Still Appear Normal at The Body Festival 2012 7PM, NASDA Theatre @ CPIT, $17.50

Marc

7PM, NASAD Theatre @ CPIT, $17.50

3PM, The Astro Lounge

Iva Lamkum

4PM, Wunderbar

Kate Anastasiou

Mon 01

Oval Office

Bill Bailey Qualmpeddler

Open Heart Circuitry

8.30PM, Wunderbar, $20 5PM, The Astro Lounge 8.30PM, Dux Live 10.15PM, Court Theatre, $16

8PM, CBS Arena

Nuttin Trivial Quiz Night

6.30PM, Pierside Cafe

9PM, CBD Bar

Shadow Puppet

10PM, The Craic Irish Bar

Tue 02

The Sunday Jazz Club

Vague As Bros

Willies Open Mic

The Troubles

Fish N Chip Friday w/ Ginga Darky

7PM, NASDA Theatre @ CPIT, $17.50

3PM, The Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

DJ MC Aswon

10PM, Mighty Mighty, $5

How To Make Friends and Still Appear Normal at The Body Festival 2012

Lincoln Drive

Seth Hamilton The Get Down

The Dreamers

7.30PM, The Woolston Club, $25

8PM, Dux Live, $10

Improv Cage Match 7PM, Circa Theatre, $18

Eddie Low & Kevin Greaves - Together

City Nights ft.

Chaos In The CBD

Scared Scriptless

Public Bar & Eatery

Fane Flaws w/ No Engine

Thu 27

Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club, Upper Hutt

11PM, The Front Room, $26 The Fringe Bar

9PM, The Brewery

Carb on Carb Southern Spring Tour w/ Coate Males

Russian Circles 8PM, San Francisco Bathhouse, $40

Mark McKenzie

My Golden Soul OPB

Radio Friendly ft. Randa

8.30PM, The Monday Room

Fri 28

8PM, Bar Medusa, $10

Bandeoke

8PM, Bodega

Dr Sanchez

MERRIN w/ Monroe & FINN

8PM, Meow, $15

Don McGlashan

Wed 26

9PM, Meow, $5

10PM, The Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

8PM, The Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

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Kroon For Your Kai 7PM, The Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant

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9PM, Meow

8PM, Trevinos

Sat 29 Bounce Little Kitty

8PM, Three Six Three Cafe & Bar

Dr Sanchez

6PM, The Astro Lounge

7PM, Alvarados

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BURGER WISCONSIN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

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For diners who are wanting more from their burger experience. Despite being American by name, Burger Wisconsin is not by nature with 100% New Zealand ingredients. Taste sensations like tandoori, coriander lime mayo and blue cheese mayo have made them a hit since 1989.

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RAGLAN

Located right by the famous shores of Raglan, sit by the window and enjoy the smell of the ocean air and watch the surfer babes walk past this summer while you sip on your coffee, or, my favourite, chocolate milkshake.

HERNE BAY LOCAL

Nestled in the suburban hub of Herne Bay, the Jervois Road Village ‘local’ is a quaint eatery with a range of food throughout the day. From Asian-influenced tapas and platters to a fantastic bistro style lunch and dinner menu, Local has it all. With a retro ‘70s feel to the wooden styling of the décor, it’s like a home away from home… but with better food.

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DE POST

6-10 Roukai Lane (09) 309-5854 Seasonal lunch meals and latenight tapas served in a small cobblestone alleyway.

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

BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB

LA ZEPPA KITCHEN & BAR

31 Galway St (09) 303-2541 Gourmet Pizzas, tapas and a famous high tea service

37 Drake St (09) 379-8167 The focus: people who want to enjoy each other’s 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.

CHAPEL

147 Ponsonby Rd (09) 360-4528

MEXICO

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

86 Federal St (09) 363-7048

District Dining

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

37 Drake St (09) 929-2790 Taking it’s 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, mains at the bar.

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

THAI ME UP

244 Ponsonby Rd (09) 376-9909

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.

LIBERTINE THE DEPOT

SALE ST

VERONA

169 K’Rd (09) 307-0508 Celebrating 20 years on K’Rd. Open 10am till Late Seven days with intimate booths live music, gourmet food, cocktails & organic tap beer.

PINXTOS (Opening October) 128c Ponsonby Rd Bar*Cafe*Tapas

THE WINDSOR CASTLE

144 Parnell Rd (09) 356-3650 Established in 1847, one of Auckland’s earliest surviving hotels serving gastro pub food in a comfortable, unpretentious environment.

tours & events

Upcoming tours & events ALABAMA SHAKES(US)

COROMANDEL GOLD 2012

Tue 15 Jan The Powerstation, Auckland

Sun 30 Dec - Mon 31 Dec Ohuka Farm, Whitianga

ALESTORM (UK)

CRYSTAL CASTLES

Thu 24 Jan The Kings Arms, Auckland

Tue 15 Jan Studio, Auckland

DEATH OF A SALESMAN Thu 11 Oct - Sun 27 Oct Maidment Theatre, Auckland

BILL BAILEY (UK) ANIMAL COLLECTIVE (US)

Mon 14 Jan The Powerstation, Auckland

ANIKA MOA, BOH RUNGA & HOLLIE SMITH

Thu 04 Oct St John’s Cathedral, Napier Fri 05 Oct All Saints Anglican Church, Palmerston North Sat 06 Oct Old St Paul’s, Wellington Sun 07 Oct Old St Paul’s, Wellington Wed 10 Oct St Andrew’s On Liardet, New Plymouth Thu 11 Oct Chapel of Christ The King, Hamilton Fri 12 Oct Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland Sat 13 Oct Holy Trinity, Tauranga Sun 14 Oct Civic Theatre, Rotorua Wed 17 Oct St Michael & All Angels, Christchurch Thu 18 Oct St Michael & All Angels, Christchurch Fri 19 Oct Knox Church, Dunedin Sat 20 Oct First Presbyterian Church, Invercargill

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 MINUTES

Fri 28 Sep Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Sat 29 Sep Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Mon 01 Oct CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch Wed 03 Oct ASB Theatre, Auckland Thu 04 Oct ASB Theatre, Auckland

BILLY BRAGG (UK)

Fri 12 Oct Town Hall, Auckland Sat 13 Oct The Opera House, Wellington Sun 14 Oct Otago Festival Of The Arts Tue 16 Oct Aurora Centre, Christchurch

Sat 06 Oct Snake Pit, Auckland Sun 07 Oct The Dark Room, Christchurch Tue 09 Oct Russian Frost Farmers, Wellington

CALVIN HARRIS, MAJOR LAZER & BASSNECTAR

Fri 30 Nov ASB Showgrounds, Auckland

THE CIVIL WARS

Tue 19 Mar St James Theatre, Wellington Thu 21 Mar Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland

CLIFF RICHARD (UK)

Sat 26 Jan Vector Arena, Auckland Mon 28 Jan TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Thu 31 Jan CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch

COLDPLAY (UK) Sat 10 Nov Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland

COMIC BOOK MONTH Sat 25 Sep - Sun 30 Sep Auckland City Libraries

Thu 13 Dec San Fran Bath House, Wellington Fri 14 Dec The Powerstation, Auckland

GRIZZLY BEAR (US) Tue 20 Nov The Opera House, Wellington Wed 21 Nov Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland

THE GUNSLINGER’S BALL

HOT CHELLE RAE (US)

Thu 18 Oct TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Sat 20 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland

ED SHEERAN (UK)

Fri 08 Mar TSB Arena, Wellington Sat 09 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

ELLIE GOULDING (UK) HYPERPOTAMUS (ES)

Wed 17 Oct Juice Bar, Auckland Thu 18 Oct Studio, Auckland

Fri 28 Sep Leigh Sawmill, Leigh/Auckland Sat 29 Sep Golden Dawn, Auckland Wed 03 Oct Cabana, Napier Fri 05 Oct Mighty Mighty, Wellington

EVERMORE

JAY SEAN (UK)

EVERCLEAR (US)

Thu 04 Oct The Royal, Palmerston North Fri 05 Oct Bodega, Wellington Sat 06 Oct Rising Sun, Auckland

GRIMES (CA)

Thu 18 Oct Cabana, Napier Fri 19 Oct Bodega, Wellington Sat 20 Oct The Mayfair, New Plymouth Sun 21 Oct Gravity, Hamilton Fri 26 Oct The Powerstation, Auckland Sat 27 Oct Leigh Sawmill, Leigh

Thu 25 Oct Studio, Auckland Fri 26 Oct Studio, Auckland

CLAP CLAP RIOT

Sat 03 Nov Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Mon 05 Nov ASB Theatre, Auckland

Thu 27 Sep Bodega, Wellington Fri 28 Sep Naval Point Club, Lyttleton Sat 29 Sep Geraldine Cinema, Geraldine Thu 04 Oct Events Centre, Carterton Fri 05 Oct Fringe Festival, Hamilton Sat 06 Oct Leigh Sawmill Café, Leigh

BLUES CONTROL (US)

Tue 15 Jan Town Hall, Wellington Wed 16 Jan Town Hall, Auckland

BEN HARPER (US)

DON MCGLASHAN

Sat 03 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Mon 05 Nov TSB Bank Arena, Wellington

BAND OF HORSES (US)

Wed 14 Nov Whammy Bar, Auckland Thu 15 Nov San Fran Bath House, Wellington

Sat 15 Dec Villa Maria Estate, Auckland

THE BLACK KEYS (US)

Tue 25 Sep Municipal Theatre, Napier Thu 27 Sep Founders Theatre, Hamilton Fri 28 Sep Town Hall, Auckland

BATHS (US)

DEVO, SIMPLE MINDS & THE CHURCH

Fri 26 Oct Juice Bar, Auckland Sat 27 Oct Bodega, Wellington

EXODUS

Sat 31 Dec Te Tumu Kaituna Reserve, Papamoa Beach

GOMEZ (UK)

Tue 23 Oct The Powerstation, Auckland Wed 24 Oct The Opera House, Wellington

GREG JOHNSON

Wed 14 Nov Meteor Theatre, Hamilton Thu 15 Nov Victoria Theatre, Auckland Fri 16 Nov Mayfair, New Plymouth Sat 17 Nov The Paddington, Auckland Thu 22 Nov San Fran Bath House, Wellington Fri 23 Nov Brewers Bar, Mt Maunganui Sun 25 Nov Ascension Wine Estate, Matakana Thu 29 Nov The Osti, Waiheke Island Fri 30 Nov Sammy’s, Dunedin Sat 01 Dec Dux Live, Christchurch

Sun 21 Oct Telstra Clear Pacific Events Centre, Auckland

LAGWAGON (US)

Wed 12 Dec San Fran Bathhouse, Wellington Thu 13 Dec The Kings Arms, Auckland

LA DE DA FESTIVAL 2012

Sun 30 Dec - Mon 31 Dec Daisybank Farm, Martinborough

LINKIN PARK (US)

Thu 21 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland

LORD (AU)

Wed 03 Oct The Foundry, Christchurch Thu 04 Oct 12 Below, Dunedin Fri 05 Oct The Kings Arms, Auckland Sat 06 Oct Bodega, Wellington

MINISTRY OF SALSA

Sat 24 Nov Studio, Auckland

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Upcoming tours & events MNOZIL BRASS (AT)

Sun 23 Sep St James Theatre, Wellington Mon 24 Sep Town Hall, Auckland

PARACHUTE FESTIVAL 2013 Fri 25 Jan - Sun 27 Jan Mystery Creek, Hamilton

PARKWAY DRIVE (AUS) Wed 12 Dec Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

PAT BENATAR, AMERICA AND MORE…

Sat 16 Feb The Amphitheatre, Taupo Sun 17 Feb Matakana Country Park, Matakana, North Auckland Sat 23 Feb Gibbston Valley Winery, Queenstown

MORRISSEY (UK)

Fri 14 Dec Town Hall, Wellington Sat 15 Dec Vector Arena, Auckland

MUMFORD & SONS (UK)

Fri 02 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Sun 03 Nov Town Hall, Wellington Sun 04 Nov Town Hall, Wellington Tue 06 Nov CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch

RHYTHM & VINES SOUNDCHECK

Fri 05 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland

RICK WAKEMAN (UK)

Sat 06 Oct Town Hall, Wellington Sun 07 Oct Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Mon 08 Oct Aurora Centre, Christchurch

RIVAL STATE

Fri 12 Oct Rising Sun, Auckland Sat 13 Oct The Mayfair, New Plymouth Sat 02 Nov Bodega, Wellington

PAUL DI’ANNO & BLAZE BAYLEY (UK)

SIX60

Sat 17 Nov ASB Theatre, Auckland

Fri 07 Dec Bodega, Wellington Sat 08 Dec The Kings Arms, Auckland

SMASH MOUTH (US)

PRETTY LIGHTS (US)

Wed 17 Oct The Powerstation, Auckland

Thu 31 Jan San Fran Bath House, Wellington Fri 01 Feb Studio, Auckland

STEEL PANTHER (US)

Tue 02 Oct The Powerstation, Auckland

MUSIC AT MOJO

Thu 27 Sep Mojo Invincible, Wellington (Erin Helyard) Thu 11 Oct Mojo Invincible, Wellington (Saxess)

ROBYN (SE)

Thu 04 Oct The Powerstation, Auckland

RUSSELL BRAND (UK)

NEKROMANTIX (DEN)

Wed 28 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland

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The 2nd Law is unlike any other Muse album. It may seem like a sweeping statement, and one that is hard to back up after the band has produced progressive rock using everything from synths to classical piano across their five previous chart topping albums. But, from the band’s own mouth, they admit this new album is the most diverse piece they have put together.

“We spent a lot of time experimenting with a lot of things, with the music and sounds in particular, and I think that’s why this album has this kind of freshness to it,” says bassist Chris Wolstenholme.

“I think on this album we kind of have electro pop, we have classic rock and we also have pretty much orchestral, soundtrack style music.

I think these three things have become quite separate on this album and it’s great because it almost feels like I’m in three different bands,” says lead singer Matt Bellamy.

Their highly anticipated sixth studio album has been a long time coming. Muse planned to record this time in 2011, with a release date of October 2012. During the buildup to the release date, Matt tweeted that the album was a “Christian gangsta rap jazz odyssey, with some ambient rebellious dubstep and face melting metal flamenco cowboy psychedelia.” Was he kidding? If the “trailer” for the album’s release was anything to go by, maybe not.

The trailer, punctuated with Transformers-sex dubstep and random images of politics, news and war, was met with critical confusion and fans weren’t sure what to think. Some said it was “bloody brilliant until the dubstep kicked in”, “the dubstep made me sad” and “absolutely amazing as always”.

But ultimately, any critical complaint was silenced when Muse blew the London Olympic Stadium away at the 2012 Olympic closing ceremony. Their song ‘Survival’ harked back to Muse’s earlier work on ‘Butterflies and Hurricanes’, with a side of ‘Plug In Baby’, guitar wails and piano chords filling the arena alongside Matt’s distinctive voice.

“We kind of threw everything at it,” says drummer Dominic Howard.

“We got the choir in, which we’ve never done before. It just added that extra operatic vibe to the song which really took it into this much more epic kind of place really and it goes on a very epic journey.

“I think it’s a very Muse sounding song ‘Survival’ and by the end of it, it was just that we wanted to push it as far as we could with like the bombastic feeling of the song and right at the end we put the choir in with those chords building up, and Matt sings the highest note he’s ever sang and you think his head’s gonna explode.”

Like Muse’s previous work, there is clearly an undertone of thinking man’s material, with images of political torment and struggle against the institution that echoes throughout their work. The title itself comes from a place of crisis: political, economic and financial, as well as from some hypothesising in Matt’s head.

“The 2nd law of thermodynamics tells us that energy basically is decreasing,” he explains. “Unfortunately, it seems to be decreasing everywhere. You know, the universe is spreading out. The energy in our bodies and the earth and the sun and the stars and so on seems to be gradually cooling down. So I became interested in what this means because evolution and humans seem to be going directly against this second law. “ With that in mind as the driving force behind the album, it’s surprising the song sounds don’t add up to this crazy view of the world. There is ‘Supremacy’, filled with a “big sleazy metal riff”, ‘Madness’, with “a very rough kinda bass synth with a repetitive hook”, ‘Panic Station’ which is just, ”a really fun track”, and a bit of Nero to top it off appearing on another track titled ‘Follow Me’.

The genre-lawbreakers are at it again, producing another musical journey challenge the notion of rock and roll that is the key to their success.

“We’re all just very lucky to be in a band with open minded people who are not really afraid to try anything,” Matt enthuses.

WRITTEN BY LAURA WEASER MUSE RELEASES ANOTHER SONICALLY CONFUSING BUT AWESOME ALBUM: THE 2ND LAW.

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The 24th year of New Zealand’s institutional music 101 contest, the SMOKEFREEROCKQUEST, culminated in Hamilton’s Founders Theatre on Saturday night with Nelson proving itself as an incubator of young talent for a second year running.

Nelson College lads New Vinyl beat out home crowd-heroes Sunday Best and six other finalists from the over 700 entries chasing this year’s prize with their “quirky three-piece jazz-folk sound”. It’s the second year running a Nelson band has taken top spot – The Peasants of Nelson’s Garin College took home the silver last year. Smokefreerockquest founder and director Pete Rainey said “We can be really proud that Nelson kids are getting great support from their teachers and from this event. Glenn (Common, co-founder and director) and I can just enjoy Nelson’s success - although the event is organized from Nelson, we are completely outside the judging process.”

The boys’ (Ed Palmer, Alex Farrell-Davey, Allister Meffan) were the only South Island representatives and what they lacked in way of bused-insupporters they made up for with an impressively captivating set. They played ‘Sebastian,’ Singer/Guitarist Farrell-Davey introducing it as “about a really good friend of mine called Sebastian,” and ‘Somethin’ I Ain’t Seen’ – a song about dancing. The acoustic set had an almost prosaic charm over the auditorium and evoked reference to the sounds of Beirut or Boy & Bear. The set also showcased a snapshot of year 12 student Meffan’s musical talent who took on the role of piano-accordionist, trumpeter & percussionist. Farrell-Davey said Meffan underpins the band. “He can play a freakish amount of instruments.” Palmer, at home on the double bass, admitted he’d only picked it up two weeks before competition started.

Stating “if you put the cello and the electric bass together you get a double bass,” in reference to his other talents.

When asked to name their influence’s Meffan laughed “say cool bands,” before rattling off a list of impressive indie-folk acts including Beirut, Grizzly Bear & Josh Rouse. They were overwhelmingly thankful for their inspirational drama teacher Luke Walton’s help along the way and planned

to celebrate at a restaurant they’d spotted in Hamilton called Golden Dog. Speaking candidly about the future of New Vinyl they said they would be spending the summer together before year 13’s Palmer and Farrell-Davey leave town to embark on life. Palmer is off to Otago University and see’s his future in music as a hobby while Farrell-Davey, who has dabbled as a solo musician, has his sights on a gap year in Melbourne – lured by its musical charms. Meffan still has one year to complete at school.

They take home riches including $10,000 worth of instruments from NZ Rockshops and their suppliers, a NZ On Air new recording and music video grant worth over $10,000, a place on the NZ On Air Kiwi Hit Disc, radio promotional support for a single, and video play on youth music channel Four.

Other winner’s on the night were Indi (Indira Force) a bubbly Auckland singer/songwriter went home with second place, Northland couple Luke & Amberly (Luke Rielly and Amberly Shepherd) took third and were presented the Low Down Best Song Award by Midnight Youth’s Matt Warman. The Skinny People’s Choice went to Heroes For Sale; the MAINZ Scholarship for outstanding musicianship went to Drummer Joshua Wrightson of A Reflection Of Yesterday; the APRA Lyric Award was bagged by Claudia Jardine and The Smokefree Women’s Musicianship Award went to Ruby Walsh, Getting Up Backwards.

This year’s finalists were (in order of appearance): Luke & Amberly; Indi; Sunday Best; Noriac; New Vinyl; A Bit Nigel (second year at finals); Intone; Culture Kids. They shared the stage with sets from The Jury & The Saints and Zowie.

WRITTEN BY JUSTIN FOWLER

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Skylanders seemed to come out of nowhere, as long-gestating products that are the result of years of hard graft are wont to do. Resurrecting the somewhat dormant Spyro franchise and combining it with physical collectable toys turned out to be a masterstroke for Activision and the franchise is now adored by millions of younger gamers around the world.

A continuation of the series, Skylanders: Giants has more of an expansion feel than a full-blown sequel, but it looks meaty, and – importantly – is accompanied by a lot of new characters, and therefore figurines.

A quick recap on how this all works: Skylanders is a third-person action/adventure starring a menagerie of characters to play as. Similar to the Lego series, each character has a certain set of abilities that allow them to interact with the world around them in different ways.

To use a character, you need their (physical) figurine. The game comes with a Portal of Power, a device that you place figurines on. The moment you do, the appropriate character pops up in the game and away you go.

Swapping between different characters feels strangely cool when you’re physically switching them around – sure, it’s a blatant money grab for a mechanic that could have easily been accomplished in game, but it does add to the immersion.

The most obvious difference to the original is the size of your characters: while not necessarily all that giant, they are certainly a lot bigger than the earlier versions, and this brings a few gameplay changes: evil minions can be swatted away more easily, some puzzles can simply be smashed through, and different areas can be reached.

Cross-compatibility of all the characters is one of the big features of Giants: you’ll be able to use both old and new figurines alike. It won’t be for everyone, but if you’ve got kids in your life, chances are they’ve either already fallen for this or are highly susceptible to doing so.

Look out for all the new toys and the new game in mid-October. All major platforms are supported, so if you’ve got a console under your TV, chances are you’re in with a grin.

WRITTEN BY TRISTAN CLARK

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ENCORE

THE COMEDIAN’S NONSTOP ATTITUDE HAS SEEN HIM GO FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH. “I cannot confirm or deny which brand of mobile phone I am talking to you on,” exclaims comedian Rhys Darby, “but I can say that that company has recently appeared on my bank statement.” As a debtor or creditor, we’ll never know. I imagine the voice of Murray Hewitt going “Ah ha. A dilemma you’ll never solve now. Bring it up at the next band meeting!”

Of course, Murray Hewitt is an important part of Rhys Darby’s life. “Yes, even now people will lean over the fence and shout ‘Gudday, Murray’.”

Actually ‘Murray’ began life as Brian Nesbitt, the Flight of the Conchords dim witted, but well-intentioned manager in the BBC radio series of the same name. Darby on the other hand started in a way different career, as a soldier (signaller trained in morse code) in the New Zealand Army in the mid ‘90’s before moving on to study at the University of Canterbury.

In 1996 he formed his first comedy duo, Rhysently Granted, with Grant Lobban (where they actually did win an open mic contest at a local bar).

The team did a couple of international comedy festivals which led to Darby heading to the big smoke of the Auckland comedy scene and eventually a solo show at the 2002 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. From there Darby moved to the UK to pursue his career further. At the same time, fellow Kiwis and friends Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement were trying out Edinburgh and through various iterations the FOC standup routine grew into a sitcom, albeit a very Kiwi version.

In 2004 he appeared in the Flight of the Conchords BBC radio series as the band’s manager Brian Nesbit alongside comedy stars such as Rob Brydon, Andy Parsons and Jimmy Carr. “Rob was brought in after we had finished. He had this role as the voice over to point out all the foibles and mistakes of the duo, but in the obvious voice of a reality TV show overdub.” A favorite part of the radio show was when Brian constantly called up an awkward, irritated Neil Finn for managerial advice.

“Actually, Neil was asking us, all the time, ‘Was that funny enough, was I funny?’ He probably didn’t realize deadpan humour is all about being funny by not actually trying.” The laidback Kiwi approach to humour!

Darby was definitely a bid surprised when he was brought in to be Murray for the HBO series, which was sold on the strength of the BBC show.

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With many doors opened before, during and after FOC’s fame, Darby has done a number of films, including playing Angus the Nut in the Pirate Radio comedy The Boat The Rocked and Jim Carrey’s Yes Man and by now he’s appeared on various local TV shows – such as 7 Days – UK children shows, and even Aussie talk shows (Rove).

So, obviously his upcoming stand up show This way to Spaceship is auto biographical? “We yes-ish! I mean a real biography might come late,” he says. “This is sort of like Janet Frame – a fictional true autobiography.

The show sort of follows the book (of the same name, recently released) with some adaption. I wake up aboard the spaceship – by the way Jermaine Clement plays the voice of the ship – and I’m asked to look back upon my life – the perfect entre to stand up comedy. The show’s an autobio-self-help manual with an apocalyptic ending!”

Rhys Darby explodes onto the stage of the CBS Canterbury Arena on October 3. Oh, and bring your laughter tonsils because this one’s being record for a live DVD! WRITTEN BY Tim Gruar Photography BY Kate Little SEE HIM LIVE: RHYS DARBY WED 03 OCT TOWN HALL, CHRISTCHURCH

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