Groove Guide 445

Gigs | Music | Arts | FILM | TV | Games | Gadgets | Food | BARS | Gear

FREE

A LAN DAVIES

PRETTY LIGHTS fat fre ddy’s drop

30 JAN - 05 FEB 2013 . NZ’S oNLY FREE WEEKLY STREET PRESS . ISSUE 445 . GROOVEGUIDE.CO.NZ

AUCKLAND 99FM. WELLINGTON 93.3FM. CHRISTCHURCH 106.5FM. BLENHEIM 94.5FM. DUNEDIN 106.2FM. GISBORNE 105.3FM. HAWKE’S BAY 99.9FM. MANAWATU 105.8FM. NELSON 90.4FM. NORTHLAND 93.2FM. ROTORUA 94.3FM. SOUTHLAND 93.2FM. TARANAKI 90.8FM. TAUPO 92.8FM. TAURANGA 91FM. WAIKATO 96.2FM.

R16 graphic violence and offensive language

Shit Worth Knowing

grooveguide.co.nz

NEWS Stars Wars: A New Hope

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

Our pick

J.J. Abrams is jumping from one franchise to another.

The Star Trek Into Darkness director is set to take the reigns for the next Star Wars film. “As a kid I was always a fan of special effects. Watching movies I was constantly trying to figure out how they did it, whatever the effect was. Star Wars was the first movie that blew my mind in that way; it didn’t matter how they did any of it because it was all so overwhelmingly and entirely great. It was funny and romantic and scary and compelling and the visual effects just served the characters and story. It galvanized for me; not for what was exciting about how movies were made, but rather for what movies were capable of,” Abrams told EW back in November.

The Reinauguration We also do this cool social media stuff. @GrooveGuide facebook.com/grooveguide

90’s pop rock legends, The Presidents of the United States of America are coming to town. The band from Seattle is set to play their self-titled debut album in its entirety. Remember those songs ‘ Lump’, ‘Peaches’ and ‘Dune Buggy’? You will hear them all. Oh the 90’s!

Banknam Style

It has been revealed that Psy’s insanely annoying hit ‘Gangnam Style’ video has generated over $8 million in ad revenues via YouTube.

The clip has broken YouTube records with the most ‘likes’ and the most watched video after going viral in 2012. The copyright owner of videos uploaded to YouTube gets 50 per cent of all revenue made through advertisements, which means that ‘Gangnam Style’ will have earned around $4 million.

SEE THEM LIVE: THE PRESIDENTS OF THE USA MON 18 MAR STUDIO, AUCKLAND

Groove Guide is New Zealand’s leading weekly music and entertainment publication. 10,000 free copies are available every week at music stores, cafes, fast food outlets, nightclubs, bars, restaurants, cinemas and retail stores throughout New Zealand. If you would like to stock Groove Guide please contact tyler@ grooveguide.co.nz or call (09) 3664616.

EDITOR Grant Hislop editor@grooveguide.co.nz

Editorial Manager Tyler Hislop tyler@grooveguide.co.nz

SUB Editor Laura Weaser laura@grooveguide.co.nz

Designer Greta Gotlieb greta@grooveguide.co.nz

Advertising sales@grooveguide.co.nz

Accounts Gail Hislop gail@grooveguide.co.nz

GEAR Bronte Taylor gear@grooveguide.co.nz

Contributors Laura Weaser, Tim Gruar, Ricardo Kerr, Zoe Fitzpatrick, Rebecca Barry Hill, Mike Gunn, and Nick Collings.

Intern: Julia Hoernig

print PMP Maxum

TICKETS ON SALE NOW TICKETEK.CO.NZ

On the edge of the Underworld

Karl Hyde of british indie / electronica band Underworld has given a sneak peak into his first solo project. The nine-track album “Edgeland” was inspired by the ‘hidden corners’ of the city he told NME. “The beauty of decay, tyre marks, crude graffiti, industrial noise, overheard conversations, epidemics of coffee bars and nights on the back seat being driven through cities by drivers who never sleep. A celebration of people’s idiosyncrasies, mapping out my journeys with the stories they tell, edgelands where city meets scrub, where ragged ponies grazed annexed fields and the air smells chemical.” The first single “Cut Clouds” is out now.

“Edgeland” is due April 2013.

Tour De Dance

due to space and content requirements, not all gigs may be listed. listings are user generated. groove guide assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions. groove guide is provided ‘as is’, for your information only, without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringment. the guide’s publisher assumes no responsibility for and disclaims all liability for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions in this guide and do not share the opinions expressed within. reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. copyright 2013

ISSN 1172-675X

Look out Depeche Mode fans as the Essex band are back with brand new album “Delta Machine”. The group’s Martin Gore said, “Writing this album was incredibly daunting as I wanted the sound of this collection to be very modern. I want people to feel good about listening to this record, to get some kind of peace. It’s just got something magical about it.”

Lance Armstrong may not be the toast of the sporting world with his admittance of taking performance enhancing drugs but that hasn’t dulled interest from reality TV show “Dancing With The Stars”. Sources say the reality hit offered the former professional cyclist a spot on the upcoming spring edition of the veteran reality series. Armstrong’s spokesperson said “Lance has been offered the show each and every year since its inception. Although flattered he has passed on their generous offers.” The news comes off the back of Lindsay Lohan declining a US $550,000 offer to appear this year.

Publisher Hark Entertainment LTD PO Box 6032 Wellesley Street, Auckland

Depeche Mode: Just Can’t Get Enough

Superbowl Payday

The biggest event in Americas sporting calendar NFL’s Superbowl takes place on February 3 (February 4 NZ Time) and apart from whether Beyonce will lip sync again, the hottest off field action comes courtesy of advertisers biggest players. Volkswagen, Coke, Mercedes Benz, Doritas, Hyundai, amongst many others have bought up ad space. Anheuser-Busch InBev, Budweiser’s parent company, has bought 4.5 minutes of Super Bowl advertising space which includes the first commercial of the game. If you get your calculator out that’s about US $34 million in advertising in one day. You can view some of the Superbowl ads on youtube now.

GRAMMY PERFORMANCES

Performances at the 2013 Grammy Awards ceremony have been announced. Sir Elton John and Ed Sheeran will perform together at the awards in LA next month. As well as Elton and Ed teaming up, Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley will be doing the same on the big night.

Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Jack White and The Black Keys have also confirmed they’ll be performing at the Grammy ceremony, which will be hosted by rapper/actor LL Cool J.

Grooveguide.co.nz

|

5

Shit Worth Knowing

PLAYING LADI6 ON WAITANGI DAY FAVourites YINGDI SUN PIANIST

Maybe it’s because by February the weather has come right in Wellington, but in general, Wellingtonians are pretty good at celebrating Waitangi Day. They don’t just treat it as a day off, they actually get out there and celebrate it, usually at events that are held around the region. This year residents of the Capital are in for a big gig treat, Ladi6 will be performing on Wellington’s Waterfront for free.

Event organiser Rebecca Hardie says they are pleased to get such a big drawcard act.

“We expect people from the Hutt, from Porirua, from all over the Wellington region. We wanted someone who was well known, particularly with younger audiences, so they would come down and make a conscious effort to be part of Waitangi Day.” Ladi6 performs at 4.45pm as part of an all day celebration of Waitangi Day put on by Wellington City Council.

It all kicks off at 10am at the Atea (front) of the Wharewaka building on Wellington’s Waterfront.

“There’ll be plenty of activities for the kids in the morning – storytelling, they can make a waka from harakeke and get some tats, well, airbrushed tattoos.”

Favourite drink?

Chinese Pu’er tea.

Favourite restaurant/café?

Any Chinese cuisine, such as sasami (a Japanese cuisine in Shanghai).

Favourite colour?

Blue.

Favourite classic film?

Forrest Gump and The Shawshank Redemption.

Then around noon waka will paddle out into the harbour where they’ll do a salute to public at the Wharewaka to start the formal proceedings. It’ll be pretty spectacular to watch.”

Although Ladi6 is the major musical drawcard of the day, there’s plenty of entertainment throughout the afternoon, including three kapa haka groups, an aboriginal choir and The DCM Ukelele crew. These guys are part of the city’s homelessness strategy and they play ukuleles. They’re going to literally sing for their supper.

“There are about 10 players in the group and this will be the second time they’ve performed in public.

For performing we’re going to give them a bit of kai for their lunch.”

Wellington singer song-writer, Toni Huata takes the stage at around 3pm. She’ll be playing songs from her fourth album, Hupukia, which debuted on the charts at number seven when it was released last year. Then local reggae act Tomorrow People will be warming up the crowd with a taste of their original reggae riffs. The band have gained quite a following, especially online, since the release of their debut album One. Ladi6 is the big act of the day, starting around 4.30pm but it doesn’t finish there. After her performance learn to salsa with Salsa at Sunset or bring a cushion to Waitangi Park for the public screening of Taika Waititi’s award-winning film Boy (M), at 8.30pm.

“Lots of New Zealanders love it, they can relate to it, everyone quotes it and Taika Waititi is a born and bred Wellingtonian. So we’re thrilled to be playing his slice of kiwiana to end the city’s celebration of our national day.”

Favourite childhood memory?

School spring outing.

Favourite party food?

Truffle chocolate.

Favourite vice?

I’m not adventurous enough Favourite song?

‘Smile’ by Charlie Chaplin.

Favourite meal?

Any meal cooked by family member.

shit worth

winning Go to grooveguide.co.nz and enter the draw to win these prizes

PRETTY LIGHTS

Favourite album?

Keith Jarrett, Rio.

THU 31 JAN SAN FRAN BATH HOUSE, WELLINGTON

Favourite venue? The Bund.

FRI 01 FEB STUDIO, AUCKLAND

Favourite lyric?

Every poem from the Chinese classic novel A Dream of Red Mansions by Chinese poet Bei Dao.

1 X DOUBLE PASS TO EACH SHOW

Favourite candy bar?

I don’t like candy.

Favourite current TV show?

60 Minutes, The Discovery Channel.

6

|

SEE HIM PERFORM: YINGDI SUN IN

ALAN DAVIES

TAN DUN MARTIAL ARTS TRILOGY WITH THE NZSO

TUE 05 FEB FOUNDERS THEATRE, HAMILTON

A$AP ROCKY

THU 14 FEB TOWN HALL, AUCKLAND

1 X DOUBLE PASS

1 X COPY OF ALBUM

grooveguide.co.nz

T

P A

AUCK

WGTN

R

H

T

E

Y

S T A

R

T

S

H

E

R

E

CHCH

DUN

WWW

97 CUBA ST / 04 801 6970 5 HIGH ST / 09 303 2949 CASHEL MALL / 03 943 4400 355 GEORGE ST / 03 479 2949 WWW.COSMICNZ.CO.NZ 179 CUBA ST / 04 894 6971 284 K ROAD / 09 379 2509 PALMS MALL / 03 385 2949 FACEBOOK.COM/COSMICNZ 47 CUSTOMS ST / 09 914 4294 131 MANNERS ST / 04 801 6972 TWITTER.COM/COSMIC_NZ

MUSIC

Shit worth doing

SAT 02 FEB

WED 30 JAN LUMINATE FESTIVAL

CLASSIC HITS WINERY TOUR

GOLDEN BAY, Nelson

ASCENSION WINE ESTATE

10AM, $85-225, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ WED 30 JAN - WED 06 FEB

6PM, $65-75, WINERYTOUR.CO.NZ

Luminate is an earth-friendly festival of music, dance, arts and culture set in Golden Bay, Nelson. The event has a strong focus on environmental sustainability and intentional community. The event connects the ancient traditions with the present, and invites us to activate earth-friendly, co-creative communities.

Possibly the biggest Winery Tour line-up to date, this staple summer show has become an iconic event since its inception seven years ago. This year’s headline act is Fat Freddy’s Drop, joined by the sensational Anika (Moa), Boh (Runga) & Hollie (Smith) collaboration, and to top it off is The Adults, featuring Jon Toogood, Julia Deans and Shayne Carter.

THU 31 JAN

MOUNT EERIE PUPPIES

CLIFF RICHARD CBS CANTERBURY ARENA

8PM, $20, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

Performing and recording under the moniker The Microphones (1997-2002) and as Mount Eerie from 2003 onwards, Olympia’s Phil Elverum needs no introduction. He’ll be playing tracks dating back before ME’s development, as well as songs from his recent release Ocean Roar, the second of two albums to be released by Phil under the ME name.

8PM, $99-130, TICKETEK.CO.NZ

The Sir returns to celebrate his 54th anniversary in the biz. He’s one of the greatest hit-makers of a generation, has global sales beyond 250 million, a never-ending performance schedule and an incredible career. He’ll be coming to enjoy a southern summer holiday in our part of the world.

VALLEY VIBES

FRI 01 FEB

LINDEN ESTATE WINERY, NAPIER

PRETTY LIGHTS

3PM, $40-80, ITICKET.CO.NZ

As the first-ever outdoor concert at Linden Estate Winery, it seems only fitting to fill the line-up with well-known icons and classic Kiwi performers. The stellar concert features Tiki “Fuck Da Police” Taane, Concord Dawn, Thomas Oliver (The Thomas Oliver Band) Ninja Monkeys, Hidden Agenda and more.

THE STUDIO

8PM, $42, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

As the name suggests, US producer/DJ Pretty Lights aka Derek Smith plays awesome electronic to just that: pretty lights. His current show is using an “organic method”, whereby videos captured from around the world play and morph to the sounds of his beats. Pretty cool.

SUN 03 FEB BOUNCING SOULS

RAGGAMUFFIN ROTORUA INTERNATIONAL STADIUM

THE KINGS ARMS

5PM, $40-250, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ FRI 01 FEB - SAT 02 FEB

The name is, well, a little on the suggestive side, but it’s really about sharing the love – Rasta styles. This year the iconic Lauryn Hill is headlining the two-day festival. She first took the stage in 2010 and is back for round two. The Grammy award-winner is joined by international acts and local names.

VECTOR ARENA

MATTERHORN

11PM

Flip, real name Clare, Grater is back from France to celebrate the Kiwi summer. The Christchurch singersongwriter is touring through some of her favourite local spots, taking her indie-folk sound to new places as well as familiar ones, debuting hot tracks from her fourth album (out this year).

|

grooveguide.co.nz

Straight from the USA, the poignant punks celebrated their 20th birthday in 2009, and they continue to be as scintillating on stage as they were through the ‘90s and into the ‘00s. Their new album, Comet, is their ninth effort since the late ‘80s, which is a tribute to their staying power. Go hard.

ALI CAMPBELL’S UB40

FLIP GRATER

8

8PM, $ 45, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

8PM, $109, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

We’ve all seen those horrendous Daily Mail pics of Ali’s belly. Now, the ageing ska hipster is out to redeem himself after his latest stint on New Zealand’s Got Talent. He’ll be out to prove that he, in fact, has some talent of his own. He’s joined by special guests Toots and the Maytals.

Shit worth doing

ALBUM OF THE WEEK

TUE 05 FEB

BEN HARPER & CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE

CARNAVAL

GET UP!

JUICE BAR

9PM, $10, DOOR SALES ONLY

No-one knows how to throw a party like the Brazilians. All the rhythm and thrills of a Rio street party inside the funky atmosphere of Juice Bar. This stunning showcase of Latin dance and music has it all – the energy, the seductive sounds of samba, the exquisitely flamboyant costumes.

THE HOLLIES MATAKANA

7.30PM, $90, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ

With more hit singles than The Beatles (in the 60s), The Hollies shaped the world of pop music as we know it today. Along with The Rolling Stones and The Searchers, they are one of the few British pop groups of the early 1960s that have never officially broken up and that continue to record and perform.

ANDREW KEOGHAN Q THEATRE

8PM, $20-35, QTHEATRE.CO.NZ

The devilishly handsome, multi-instrumentalist Andrew Keoghan is returning from a recent Europe and North American tour – so what’s the first thing he wants to do? Play for his Kiwi fans. Andrew will preview a selection of new songs, as well as material from his 2011 debut.

MYELE MANZANZA TRIO THE LIBRARY

Ben Harper’s latest album, Get Up!, is a collaboration with blues stalwart / harmonica player Charlie Musselwhite. The 10 songs on this record inhabit the common ground found between the two – more soulful than Musselwhite and more stripped back than Harper’s regular fare. The overall sound is very throwback. ‘I’m In I’m Out and I’m Gone’, heavy on honky tonk groove, or ‘Blood Side Up’ could have been the product of Muddy Waters or Stevie Ray Vaughan. Everything smacks of authenticity. Slower numbers such as ‘I Ride At Dawn’ take strong cues from the classic Louisiana swamp sound.

The album might come across as a

vanity project for Harper, but with his talents at work that is not a bad thing. Modern blues is so hit-and-miss that you should appreciate every sure thing that comes your way and Get Up! hits all the right notes.

WRITTEN BY RICARDO KERR

OUT NOW

10PM

Key

Get cosy among the rustic environment of The Library and enjoy the beats of Myele Manzanza, a drummer and producer whose music seamlessly glides through the genres of jazz, hip-hop, r ‘n’ b, electronica, broken-beat soul and several world music styles. The Congolese/New Zealand performer is considered to be one of New Zealand’s top drumming talents.

auckland

FREE

hamilton

LOCAL ACT

wellington

INTERNATIONAL ACT

dunedin

all ages

christchurch

FESTIVAL/tour

A$AP ROCKY LONG.LIVE.A$AP A$AP Rocky’s debut album Long.

Live.A$AP grabs you from the very beginning. His voice is unique and engaging. Switching between energetic direct rap and a deeper distorted chorus hook, A$AP Rocky establishes a signature sound from the start. While this is super effective, tracks featuring other artists help break up the stylised album. I was surprised to find myself actually enjoying ‘Wild for the Night’ which features and is produced by Skrillex. ‘I Come Apart’, featuring Florence Welch, is easily my favourite track. The softness of her voice compliments A$AP Rocky’s tougher, more hard-hitting sound. This track closes the album perfectly. It is clear

where A$AP Rocky’s ideas were born, in particular the track ‘Pain’ sounds like it could be straight off Jay-Z’s The Blueprint 3. While A$AP Rocky’s influences are easily recognisable, the album is very good and should see him well established in the modern rap scene.

WRITTEN BY ZOE FITZPATRICK

Grooveguide.co.nz

|

9

CULTURE

Shit worth doing

ARTIST Q&A

FRI 01 FEB LYNLEY DODD: A RETROSPECTIVE

ANDREW KEOGHAN MUSICIAN

WAIKATO MUSEUM

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

A chicken white wine risotto that my sister taught me before I tottered off to my first dinner date.

10-4.30PM SEASON: TUE 29 JAN - SUN 24 MAR

Dame Lynley’s work has become synonymous with childhood reading, with Hairy Maclary the dog we all wanted when we were younger. See early sketches, the evolution of the characters, and original workings by the woman herself in this one-of-a-kind display. For the child within us all.

The best TV show around at the moment is…

Downton Abbey. Over Christmas it managed to drastically alter our family’s linguistic behaviour. Mama and Papa were Downton’s staunchest advocates, insisting we sneak in two episodes before breakfast on Boxing Day.

SOUTHLAND BUSKERS FESTIVAL INVERCARGILL CBD DIFFERENT TIMES THU 31 JAN - SUN 03 FEB

Isn’t it too cold to busk in Southland? I kid, I kid.

The festival, now in its fourth year, features an outstanding line-up of unusual talents. Forget classic pursuits – this is all about dazzling and entertaining for your dollar. Careful where you walk, they will accost you where they can! But it will be worth the surprise.

SAT 02 FEB THE PACIFIC SHOWCASE THE CLOUD 8AM - 5PM SATURDAYS - 02, 09 &16 FEB, 02 & 09 MAR

The Pacific Showcase will be bringing to the Auckland public and city’s visitors (both national and international) a fusion of regional pacific food, artisan products, design, art, live performance and quality produce. After the successful inaugural show last year, which attracted 38,000 people over three days, this year’s festival is bigger and better.

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

James Jamerson and Uriel Jones in the rhythm section, with Nina Simone at the piano fighting James Brown for the microphone.

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

Step up to the Plate.

Where can your stalkers find you during the weekend?

Playing semi-social-serious cricket with a fine troop of like-minded enthusiasts.

What happens when you mix CocaCola with Pepsi?

You get a very, very gummy Santa visit next Christmas.

Your fantasy spirit animal is…

Tiger with an owl head. A towl.

The best place for a date night is…

Lying on a beach watching the stars eating chocolate. It needs work.

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

Still haven’t seen Monty Python and the Holy Grail in its entirety.

People say you look like…

Marty McFly’s Dad and a young, much younger Liam Neeson.

Five celebs on your f**klist?

Whoever’s not on location filming from the cast of Downton Abbey.

Kittens or puppies?

Kittens. Any further talk/geotagging of cute dogs and friends will think I have an unhealthy appetite for their affections.

SEE HIM LIVE: ANDREW KEOGHAN W/ TINY RUINS TUE 05 FEB Q THEATRE, AUCKLAND

TUE 05 FEB ALAN DAVIES

LIBERAL LAUGH

FOUNDERS THEATRE

THE GASWORKS

8PM, $60, TICKETEK.CO.NZ 8PM, $15, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ

As the title suggest, Liberal Laugh is a satirical poke at all things political. It’s the first of its kind, and features acts including James Nokise (Pulp Comedy, TV2 Comedy Gala), Raybon Kan (Pulp Comedy, TV2 Comedy Gala), Cohen Holloway (Boy, Pulp Comedy), and many more. You’ll be laughing liberally, and hopefully politically incorrectly, at this rant/comedy show.

auckland

ART

hamilton

PLAY/TheatRE

wellington

MUSICAL

dunedin

COMEDY

christchurch

DANCE

Famous as Jonathan Creek and Stephen Fry’s punching bag (in a nice way) on QI, Alan Davies’ Life Is Pain show is heading our way. His combination of dry, English humour and observational quips are bound to be a hit with Kiwis. Having come out the other side of heartbreak, the comedian certainly has an interesting and entertaining way of looking at things.

BEST IN SHOW

Key

OBJECTSPACE 10AM-5PM SEASON: SAT 02 FEB SAT 02 MAR

Best in Show is just that – a showcase of graduate students’ work from Objectspace, concentrating on the outstanding creations in the fields of Applied Arts and Design. Now in its ninth year, Best in Show 2013 houses 21 students’ designs in the fields of fashion, graphic design, textiles and ceramics to name a few.

GIVE YOUR PARTNER THE STARS THIS

VALENTINE’S DAY Includes two tickets to a romantic planetarium show, and your own special gift basket with an adopt a star ($60 value), a bottle of bubbles to share, two champagne flutes, and chocolate hearts.

Complimentary nibbles on arrival.

THURSDAY

14th

FEBRUARY

SESSIONS: 7PM, 8PM, 9PM & 10PM

$130

per couple

18+ event

For 54 years the NZSO National Youth Orchestra has provided New Zealand’s finest young musicians the opportunity to work together towards the common goal of excellence. This programme features ensemble performances from sections of the orchestra and culminates in a performance of Brahms’ Symphony No. 2.

SUMMER CONCERT // KENNETH YOUNG Conductor

8 FEBRUARY 6.30pm // WELLINGTON TOWN HALL BOOK AT TICKETEK 0800 842 538 TICKETEK.CO.NZ Principal Sponsors

Scan for more details and book online

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL 09 624 1246 / stardome.org.nz

Open late Tue 5 Feb – 6 – 9pm Band, talk and DJ – join us late and live for Who Shot Rock & Roll with:

SHE’S SO RAD MURRAY CAMMICK DJ SIR-VERE Book at eventfinda.co.nz to guarantee entry. Tickets may be available on the door.

Principal sponsor

Media partner

Event partner

www.aucklandartgallery.com

SHIT WORTH DOING

Our sales Team is expanding email sales@grooveguide.co.nz

ON SCREEN

Shit worth WATCHING

FILM OF THE WEEK

THU 31 JAN

THE IMPOSSIBLE

ZERO DARK THIRTY GENERAL RELEASE

The Hurt Locker director Kathryn Bigelow’s latest army tale focuses on the decade-long hunt for Osama Bin Laden, ending with the capture and assassination of the terrorist. Highly controversial for its protorture stance (apparently) and incredibly thrilling.

directed by JUAN ANTONIO BAYONA Starring NAOMI WATTS, EWAN MCGREGOR, TOM HOLLAND

MIRANDA TV ONE, 9PM

The hapless Miranda (comedienne Miranda Hart) continues her quest to fit in and lead a ‘normal’ life in the new season of the hopelessly farcical comedy. Big changes are in store for our heroine as Miranda’s mother forces her to go on a detox. How long can Miranda last on a diet?

FRI 01 FEB IRB SEVENS WORLD SERIES 2013 TV ONE, 12.30PM

The biggest sporting event – popular not for the sport, but the costumes, drunken antics and celebrity guest appearances in the stands – is back once again. The sold-out stadium is sure to be action packed over the two days. Check it out for all the wild get-ups, chaos, oh and a bit of sport on the side.

It’s been less than a decade since the Boxing Day tsunami that took more than 230,000 lives in South East Asia. Reliving it at the movies seems, initially, tasteless. How could a piece of entertainment possibly do justice to such a horrific event? But The Impossible rises to the occasion in what must be the most powerful, harrowing and moving disaster film ever made. Zeroing in on one family’s true-life horror, it spares the audience little of their grisly despair, to the point where viewers will find themselves on the verge of trauma as the war-like aftermath unfolds.

Not many films have the ability to shock these days but perhaps because Kiwis are no more impervious to natural disasters than anyone else, The Impossible strikes a nerve. Much of this is down to the impressive production: coastal Thai villages are wiped out, (miniatures were destroyed, not that you’d realise it), aerial shots show the mass devastation, and underwater footage recreates the turmoil of bodies colliding with debris. It is also largely to

the credit of Spanish director Juan Antonio Bayona (The Orphanage), and scriptwriters Sergio G Sanchez and Maria Belon, whose raw, nonsentimental handling of the story leaves the emoting to the music.

They communicate a sense of both the epic scale of the disaster and intimacy during the characters’ isolated moments.

Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor and Tom Holland, along with youngsters Samuel Joslin and Oaklee Pendergast, play the family on which the story is based and are all masterfully genuine in their anguish. It’s often so horrific it’s almost impossible to watch, and you may find yourself wondering why you are. But Bayona also lends it a sense of grace, making the film, in equal measure, upsetting and uplifting, hellish and heartwarming. Its effects will linger long after you leave the theatre.

BY REBECCA BARRY HILL, FLICKS.CO.NZ

MON 04 FEB

SUN 03 FEB

THE AMERICANS

THE SIMPSONS

TV3, 9.30PM

TV3, 7.30PM

The icon US cartoon returns for its 24th season with all-new episodes. The famous family has had their ups and downs, wild rides and extreme cross-country adventures. And of course, Homer J Simpson has been in more trouble than ever with his sheer blissful ignorance. So what’s in store this season?

auckland

TV SHOW

hamilton

CINEMA RELEASE

wellington

SPORT

dunedin

DOCUMENTRY

christchurch

TV FILM

The Americans follows two undercover KGB spies posing as a married couple in Washington, DC during the Cold War of the 1980s. Tensions heighten upon the arrival of a new neighbor – an FBI agent, who is part of a new division dedicated to taking down foreign agents. A gripping watch with a dash of history.

NEVER MIND THE BUZZCOCKS

Key

PRIME, 8.30PM

Often described as the funniest show on British television, Buzzcocks is a comedy pop music quiz with an emphasis on the comedy rather than the correct answers! Two teams, headed up by regular captains, comedian Phill Jupitus and Noel Fielding, battle it out to determine who has the best music knowledge.

Grooveguide.co.nz

|

13

EAT

SHIT WORTH EATING

EUTOPIA KAIWAKA VILLAGE, STATE HWY 1

KAIWAKA

Based on the idea of Utopia, or a perfect place, this would be the ideal place if you were after something a little bit different and with lashings of creative flair. The café has a real renaissance feel from the ceiling to the floors, and adds richness to your dining experience.

MRS CLARK’S 108 PALMERSTON ST

RIVERTON

Judged the 2012-2013 New Zealand Best Café by Café Magazine, Mrs Clark’s is an award-winning eatery with a lot of heart. Named after its owner more than a century ago, it’s run by the lovely Cazna Gilder and her husband, and in true Southern style.

MORRISON ST CAFÉ 244 HARDY ST

DAYTIME

DATE night

OPEN LATE

CASUAL DINING

NEW KID

CHEAP AND CHEERFUL

HIPSTER FRIENDLY

TAKEAWAY

OUTDOOR

SHARE

Their slogan is “all the good things in life” and by their own definition it means good food, with a strong focus on healthy and delicious ingredients, tailored to suit any allergy or sensitivity. With a comprehensive menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch or an afternoon coffee, Morrison Street epitomizes Nelson culture in the best way it can. The clever cooks at Morrison Street have also put together a comprehensive recipe book online, with dairy-free, gluten-free and vegetarian options. Stay up to date with their monthly newsletter and learn more about the rich history of the café online and in store by chatting to one of the friendly staff.

VIBE Key

NELSON

auckland EATERIES AGENTS & MERCHANTS

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

DEPOT

86 Federal St (09) 363-7048

DE POST Atico Cocina

Victoria Park Market 19 Drake St Freemans Bay (09) 354-4030 Inspired Caribbean Food and Cocktails in the Old Stables & Roof Terrace of the Vic Park Market.

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

BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB

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

14

|

grooveguide.co.nz

23 Ponsonby Rd (09) 360-6262 Like a stroll through the fragrant night markets & food stalls of Bangkok, MooChowChow is a boost to the senses.

PINXTOS

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

LIBERTINE

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

ORVIETO CAFE

935A Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden

BIG J’S

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

MOOCHOWCHOW

Malt Bar

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

SALE ST

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

MEXICO

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

Sals Pizza

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

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.

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.

QUAY STREET CAFE

130 Quay Street, Britomart (09) 337 0088 This cheerful, busy inner-city cafe is a fantastic place for weekday breakfast, a leisurely weekend brunch, informal lunch meetings – and great coffee any time.

GIG GUIDE

SHIT WORTH DOING

WELLINGTON gig guide Wed 30

Sat 02

Sun 03

7PM, Capital Vineyard Church, $18

Bond Street Bridge Explorers Club Tour

The Boptet

10PM, Matterhorn

Fri 01

Darren Watson & The Real Deal Blues Band

Thu 31

Bailterspace

Jeff The Brotherhood 8PM, Bodega, $20

The Session

Ayesha Kee with the delectable Vanessa Stacey 5.30PM, Foxglove

Mihirangi

9.30PM, Mighty Mighty, $15 pre, $20 door

Sleeping Giant, Saving Grace and The Ember Days

8PM, San Francisco Bath House, $32

Dos Hermanos (DL) with Delaney Davidson 10.30PM, Mighty Mighty, $10

Meow Sessions: D Burmester & the Blind 9PM, Meow

8PM, St Peters Hall, $10

The Troubles 8PM, Meow

8.30PM, The Lido

Mon 04

James Illingworth Trio

Bouncing Souls

10PM, Hashigozake

8PM, San Francisco Bath House, $45

Mara and The Bushkas to the Sea sessions Aotearoa Tour

Tue 05

4PM, Southern Cross Bar

Mount Eerie 8PM, Puppies, $20

Pleasant Point

7PM, The Lido

Myele Manzanza Trio @ Library Bar with Miles Crayford + Scott Maynard 10PM, The Library

8PM, Meow

CHRISTCHURCH gig guide Wed 30 Kate Anastasiou 6PM, Astro Lounge

La Petite Manouche 7PM, Pomeroy’s

Psychic Mapz, Ipswich and Mix Monsta 8PM, Dux Live

Thu 31 DJ Tido

7PM, Pomeroy’s

Don Burnham and the Fern Frond Boogie Boys

8PM, Lyttelton Top Club, $10

Hera & Jed

6PM, Astro Lounge

Kate Anastasiou

5.30PM, Beach Bar Summer

ZillionZ Summer Tour - Live @ Wunderbar 9PM, Wunderbar, $10

Fri 01 Faster Pussycat Kill Kill and Sixtyniner 9PM, Wunderbar $10

Fleck

8PM, Casino - Diamond Bar

Kate Anastasiou 5PM, Astro Lounge

Mike T

9PM, CBD Bar

Soul Slide

9PM, Clink Restaurant Bar

Vague As Bros 9PM, Trevinos

Sat 02 Dr Sanchez

6PM, Astro Lounge

FlashBack

8PM, The Irish Pub - Lyttelton

Eddie Simon

Casino - Valley Bar

Kate Anastasiou 4PM, No 4

Mon 4

Mihirangi - Somebody Shake The Tree, Album Tour

Nuttin Trivial - Quiz Night

10PM, The Bedrock Bar

8PM Wunderbar, $20

Seth Hamilton The get Down 9PM, CBD Bar

Sun 03

The D’sendantz

Adrian Hughes & Megan

10PM, Celtic Arms

1PM, Godley House Cafe

Lincoln Drive

The Crystal Set 9PM, Becks Alehouse

Diamond Harbour Presents - Danny Wilson & John Bevan

6.30PM, Pierside Cafe

Tue 05 Beach Breaks with djDmand

8.30PM Pierside Cafe

Astro Lounge

ed is or er th tn Au Par s ol ng To ni o ai Pr Tr

Get into the business of music

Diploma Music and Event Management or Diploma Creative Enterprise -­ APPLY NOW FOR 2013 MAINZ Auckland has full-­time programmes in: Foundation Sound and Music ** / Contemporary Music Performance Live Sound and Event Production* / Audio Engineering and Music Production* DJ and Electronic Music Production **Also available in Greymouth, *Also available in Christchurch

0800 265 526 www.mainz.ac.nz

SHIT WORTH DOING

auckland gig guide Wed 30

Dhuja Mix & DJ A-Hoy

Longboss

Breach the Silence, Til Death Do Us Party & Guests

Double Dutch

Love Brunch

Funkee Monkee Fridays

Music in Parks 2013: New Zealand Opera

Iron Lung

People Of Paris

Isaac Aesili & DJ Aroha

Propa Jacks feat. Fiord + Tim Richards + More

8PM, The Kings Arms

Conch Records

5PM, Britomart Counrty Club

Grant Marshall and Nigel Love 5PM, Sale St

Josh Leys

7.30PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

6PM, Libertine

5PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

9PM, Verona

9PM, The Winchester, $10 9.30PM, Neighbourhood

Jason Kyle & DJNormski 6PM, Northern SteamShip

Thu 31

Julian Dyne

Acoustic Thursdays with Eli

Latin Aotearoa & Lo Key

7.30PM, Neighbourhood

Acoustic Thursdays with Waylon 7.30PM, Nuffield St.

DJ Jason Kyle

6PM, La Zeppa Kitchen & Bar

DJ Julian Dyne 6.30PM, Everybodys

Flex

6PM, Commons

5.30PM, Britomart Country Club

Laura Lush

6PM, Nuffield St.

Maths with Taye Williams, Dan Aux & Sweet Mix Kids 10PM, 1885, $10

Mount Eerie (USA) National Tour - Auckland

9PM, Goldfinch

The Wine Cellar

Jackal & Layzerbeek

Rumble Edge Line EP Release Party

Whammy Bar

Jason Eli

6PM, Commons

Josh on Decks 6PM, Libertine

Manuel Bundy and Dee Why 6PM, Sale Street

The Wax Works: T-Rice & Hudge

Nectar Bar

6PM, Dingle Dell Reserve 10PM, 1885, $10

Ink & Coherent

Punk Rock

8PM, The Kings Arms

Sam Hill & Grant Marshall 9PM, Goldfinch

Selecta Sam

8PM, La Zeppa Kitchen & Bar

Sick Disco Saturday 10PM, Cassette Nine, $10

The Classic Hits Winery Tour 2013: Fat Freddy’s Drop, Anika Boh & Hollie, The Adults Ascension Wine Estate

A Ponsonby Institution with Arash 8PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Cornerstone Roots 10PM, Leigh Sawmill, $20

Sunday Session with Thane Kirby 3PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Sunday Soul Session Ft: Dj Tido 3PM, Neighbourhood

The Classic Hits Winery Tour 2013: Fat Freddy’s Drop, Anika Boh & Hollie, The Adults 6PM, Marina Reserve

The Greenkeeper Britomart Country Club

Warkworth Brass Band Leigh Sawmill

Mon 04 Club ConnoisseursVinyl Appreciation 6.30PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Tue 05

Sun 03

Brazilian Carnaval

Acustic Sundays with Eli Guttenbiel

DJ BenWah

3PM, La Zeppa Kitchen & Bar

Sat 02

2PM, Commons

Riqi Harawira, Huia Hamon

The Juice Bar

9PM, Goldfinch

Happy Daves with Dave Hull

6.30PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Ngataringa Park, Devonport

REGIONAL gig guide Wed 30

The Nukes - Viva La Uke

Fri 01

DJ Tido

The Eastern

Fri 01

Blackleaf, Idyllic Foe, Bury the ordinary, Badstate

Decoy Octopus & DJ Global Warming

ZillionZ Summer Tour

Anthonie Tonnon and She’s So Rad

The Rising Sun

Dean Campbell

8PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

DJ Adam O & DJ Lo 8PM, Snapdragon

DJ Andy JV & DJ Frank Booker 5.30PM, Everybodys

DJ Flex DJ Reclose 7PM, Goldfinch

DJ T -Rice

6PM, La Zeppa Kitchen & Bar

Dj Skaman

7PM, Everybodys

6PM, Libertine

Dylan C & Dj Jason Eli

grooveguide.co.nz

7.30PM, Tauranga Art Gallery, Tauranga, $25 9PM, Queens, Dunedin, $10

8PM, The Cabana, Napier, $20

8PM, Cabana Bar, Napier, $8

Thu 31

Cornerstone Roots

Anthonie Tonnon and She’s So Rad

Luminate Festival

Flesh D-Vice

8PM, SPace Monster, Whanganui, $8

Grub-Step

Erin - Rythm and Soul Summer Tour

Mara and The Bushkas to the Sea sessions Aotearoa Tour

6PM, Neighbourhood

ExMixKidd & DJ TDK 9PM, Snapdragon The Kings Arms

10PM, Ink & Coherent

Issac Aesili

9PM, Northern SteamShip

Kieran Cooper & Fleur Jack at Wine Cellar Wine Cellar

|

2PM, Britomart Country Club

Sunday Sessions with In-Session

Verona

Britomart Country Club

16

7PM, Commons

8.30PM, Redcliff Cafe, Southland

Midge McCleary 8PM, The Sprig & Fern Tavern, Nelson

The Blues Buffet

8PM, Diggers Bar, Hamilton

8.30PM, YOT Club, Raglan, $20 Canaan Downs, Nelson, $225 pre, $250 door

7PM, Whanganui Musicians Club, Whanganui, $10

Mihirangi - Somebody Shake the Tree Album Tour 8PM, The Secret Garden Cafe, Malborough, $20

t SHIT WORTH DOING

REGIONAL gig guide Raggamuffin Festival 2013

5PM, Rotorua International STadium, Rotorua, $55

Reuben Simpson - Jazz Vocalist 6PM, The Coffee Club, Mt Maunganui

Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra 5PM, Neudorf Vineyards, Nelson, $45pre, $50 door

Sun 03

Sat 02

Don Burnham and the Fern Frond Boogie Boys

Adam Piggott and Jayne Freeman

Nigel Parry

9PM, The Blue Duck, Southland

Jo Little & Jared Smith NZ Summer Tour 8PM, Cromwell Brew House Bar & Bistro, Otago

U2 and Green Day Tribute Show

15-17 February 2013

8.30PM, Le Cafe, Picton, $10 6PM, Chequers Cafe & Wine Bar, Malborough

Featuring for the first time in NZ

Mon 04 With local developers

The Hollies

8PM, Claudelands Arena, Hamilton

9PM, Diggers Bar, Hamilton, $10pre, $20 door

Sleeping Giant, Saving Grace and The Ember Days

7PM, Ohope Christian Fellowship, Whakatane, $15

The Mudsharks

8PM, Raglan Club, Raglan, $15

with

EvEry Saturday Night 8-10pm ExcluSivE iN NEw ZEalaNd

our add y ings ist own l groov

E g u ide

.co .nz

Tickets on sale at gamesummit.eventbrite.com

www.mediadesignschool.com

BARS

Shit worth dRINKING

MONTY’S BAR AND RESTAURANT 12 CHURCH ST

QUEENSTOWN

A firm favorite with both locals and tourists Monty’s Bar is a Monteith’s Concept Bar, located seconds away from the edge of Lake Wakatipu, with a sunny courtyard outside and an enormous cosy fire inside for those cool days and nights.

MAJOR TOMS MT MAUNGANUI

297 MAUNGANUI ROAD

The ulimate Mount Manunganui hipster hot spot with the feel of your grandmother’s lounge, playing every kind of music from indie rock to hip-hop, Major Toms is Mount Life all the way. It even has an arcade game in the corner. It’s fun and funky.

DING DONG LOUNGE

If you haven’t heard of Ding Dong, you are missing out. New York City’s eagerly anticipated Ding Dong Lounge is now open to eager punk and rock fans alike. As one of the Big Apple’s most celebrated punk bars – showcasing a great following of talented artists, writers, actors and musicians – the owners are proud to bring the establishment to New Zealand. Ding Dong Lounge is open 8pm until 4am Wednesday through until Saturday with rock ‘n’ roll DJ’s playing new and classic tunes with the occasional live band and great drink specials. Definitely a great new spot to check out! The bar is located at 26 Wyndham St, and after recently celebrating their opening with a grand party of epic proportions, the nightclub is well and truly ready to bring the house down with an eclectic group of artists. It will be your new favourite venue.

VIBE Key

26 WYNDHAM ST

DAYTIME

SPORTS BAR

OPEN LATE

DANCE FLOOR

FOOD

ONE NIGHT STAND

HIPSTER FRIENDLY

LIVE MUSIC

AFTER WORK

CRAFT BEERS

shit worth Drinking

auckland GROOVE GULPS PONSONBY & other PONSONBY Bonita Bar

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

AGENTS & MERCHANTS

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

GOLDEN DAWN

Cnr Ponsonby & Richmond Rds 376-9929

IPANEMA BAR & RESTAURANT

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

102 Quay Street Over 102 different beers from around NZ and the world.

THE BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB

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

RACKET BAR

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

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

PINXTOS

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

THE PONSONBY (Belgian Beer Cafe)

1-3 St Mary’s Rd (09) 376-6092 A little piece of Europe in the heart of Ponsonby. The perfect spot to kick start the weekend.

REVELRY

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

BRITOMART BRITOMART

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

NEWMARKET NEWMARKET THE CLADDAGH

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

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

Q Theatre

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

CENTRAL& K’RD & Krd CENTRAL

Level 1/35 High Street (09) 358-3535 ‘The Joint since 91’

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.

KINGSLAND KINGSLAND Neighbourhood Brewbar

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

THE PADDINGTON

DING DONG LOUNGE

DOC BAR

THE WINDSOR CASTLE

26 Wyndham Street New York’s premier rock and roll bar has come to town.

352 K’Rd (09) 365-1800 Tues-Sat

GRACE BAR

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

The Portland Public House

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

SHOOTER SALOON BAR

330 New North Rd Not your ‘typical central bar’ Their no bull policy means what you see is what you get.

VIADUCT VIADUCT SNAPDRAGON

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.

VICTORIAPARK PARK VICTORIA SALE STREET

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

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

1885 - Britomart

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

VERONA

Rakinos- Beats, Bar, Kitchen MEXICO

Malt Bar

1 Wellesley St West (09) 377-3142 Entertainment seven nights a week, with three big screens, pool table, competitions & prizes, quiz, karaoke and live music.

BREW ON QUAY

GRAND CENTRAL

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.

FATHER TED’S ORIGINAL IRISH PUB

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

LA ZEPPA KITCHEN & BAR

37 Drake St (09) 379-8167 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.

LIBERTINE

37 Drake St (09) 929-2790 This bar and eatery takes its cue from the Americas, but with an Antipodean twist.

THE OAKROOM 17 Drake 300 6313

Grooveguide.co.nz

|

19

tours & events

Upcoming tours & events ALAN DAVIES (UK)

Fri 01 Feb Town Hall, Auckland Sat 02 Feb Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Sun 03 Feb, Capitaine Bougainville Theatre, Whangarei Tue 05 Feb Founders Theatre, Hamilton Wed 06 Feb Aurora Centre, Christchurch Thu 07 Feb TSB Theatre, New Plymouth Fri 08 Feb Opera House, Wellington

AMANDA PALMER (US)

Sat 28 Sep The Kings Arms, Auckland Mon 30 Sep San Fran Bath House, Wellington

CLASSIC HITS WINERY TOUR 2013

Sat 02 Feb Ascension Wine Estate, Matakana Sun 03 Feb Marina Reserve, Tutukaka Tue 05 Feb Brunton Road, Gisborne Wed 06 Feb Church Road, Napier Fri 08 Feb Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North Sat 09 Feb Alana Estate, Martinborough Sun 10 Feb Tui Brewery, Mangatainoka Tue 12 Feb Sentry Hill Estate, New Plymouth Sat 16 Feb The Mud House Winery & Café, Waipara Sun 17 Feb Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin Tue 19 Feb Waitiri Creek, Gibbston Fri 22 Feb Neudorf Vineyards, Upper Moutere Sat 23 Feb Neudorf Vineyards, Upper Moutere Sun 24 Feb Villa Maria Winery, Blenheim Fri 01 Mar Wharepai Domain, Tauranga Sat 02 Mar Villa Maria Winery, Auckland Sun 03 Mar Mystery Creek, Hamilton

GARBAGE (US)

Tue 19 Feb Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Wed 20 Feb Civic Theatre, Auckland

GLENN FREY (US)

Fri 08 Mar CBS Arena, Christchurch Sun 10 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

GODSPEED YOU! BLACK EMPEROR (CA)

Tue 19 Feb Trafalgar Park, Nelson Fri 22 Feb The Groynes, Christchurch Sat 23 Feb Turanga Creek Vineyard, Auckland

MOUNT EERIE (US)

Fri 01 Feb Wine Cellar, Auckland Sat 02 Feb Puppies, Wellington Mon 04 Feb Barrytown Hall, Barrytown Tue 05 Feb Tim’s Place, Marahau Wed 06 Feb Wunderbar, Lyttelton Thu 07 Feb Chicks Hotel, Dunedin Fri 08 Feb Public Art Gallery, Dunedin

Fri 08 Feb The Kings Arms, Auckland Sat 09 Feb San Fran Bath House, Wellington

HALF THE SIZE, DOUBLE THE FLAVOUR Sun 27 Jan Britomart Country Club, Auckland

HOMEGROWN 2013

Sat 02 Mar Waterfront, Wellington

CLIFF RICHARD (UK) Thu 31 Jan CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch

APO SUMMER MATINEE Sat 09 Feb Government House, Auckland

MULATU ASTATKE

Sat 16 Mar The Powerstation, Auckland

DEEP PURPLE & JOURNEY Sun 24 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland

NEIL YOUNG & CRAZY HORSE

BARRY GIBB & CAROLE KING

Tue 19 Mar TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Thu 21 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

Sat 23 Feb Mission Estate, Hawkes Bay

NICKODEMUS & DJ TAMENPI

BLACK SABBATH (UK)

Sat 16 Feb Sawmill Cafe, Leigh

Sat 20 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland Mon 22 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland

THE JACKSONS (US)

B.O.B (US)

Tue 26 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

Postponed. Date TBC Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

THE JON SPENCER BLUES EXPLOSION (US)

BONNIE RAITT (US)

Mon 04 Mar The Kings Arms, Auckland Tue 05 Mar Bodega, Wellington

Fri 05 Apr The NZ International Jazz & Blues Festival, Christchurch

BOUNCING SOULS (US)

Sun 03 Feb The Kings Arms, Auckland Mon 04 Feb San Fran Bath House, Wellington

BRYAN ADAMS (CA)

Mon 22 Apr Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Tue 23 Apr The Civic, Auckland

CAMP A LOW HUM

Fri 08 Feb - Sun 10 Feb Camp Wainui, Wainuiomata

CARNAVAL

Fri 08 Feb 1885 Britomart, Auckland

CAT POWER (US)

Fri 22 Feb Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Sat 23 Feb Town Hall, Wellington

CATLINS RIVER FESTIVAL Fri 29 Mar - Mon 01 Apr River Ridge Retreat, Purakaunui

DINOSAUR JR. (US)

KITTY, DAISY & LEWIS (UK)

Tue 05 Mar The Powerstation, Auckland

Thu 04 April The Kings Arms, Auckland Sat 06 Apr Bodega, Wellington

ED SHEERAN (UK)

LiNKIN PARK (US)

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

FLIP GRATER

Fri 01 Feb Matterhorn, Wellington Sat 02 Feb The Playhouse, Nelson Wed 06 Feb Dux De Lux, Christchurch Thu 07 Feb Queens, Dunedin Fri 08 Feb World Bar, Queenstown Sun 10 Feb Federal Diner, Wanaka Thu 14 Feb The Old Library, Whangarei Fri 15 Feb Leigh Sawmill Cafe, Leigh Sat 16 Feb The Whiskey, Auckland

FRED WESLEY (US)

Thu 21 Mar The Powerstation, Auckland

FUN. (US)

Wed 13 Mar Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

Thu 21 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland

LUMINATE FESTIVAL Sun 30 Jan - Sun 06 Jan Canaan Downs, Nelson

MICHAEL KIWANUKA (UK) Thu 04 Apr Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland Fri 05 Apr Old St Pauls, Wellington

MOON DUO (US)

Fri 01 Mar The Kings Arms, Auckland Sat 02 Mar Bodega, Wellington

MORE FM VINEYARD TOUR

Fri 15 Feb Mills Reef Winery, Tauranga Sat 16 Feb Sileni Estates Winery, Hawkes Bay Sun 17 Feb Te Kairanga Vineyard, Martinborough

THE NZ INTERNATIONAL JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL

Wed 03 Apr - Sun 07 Apr Christchurch

THE OFFSPRING (US)

Wed 27 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland

PAT BENATAR, AMERICA AND MORE…

Sat 16 Feb The Amphitheatre, Taupo Sun 17 Feb Matakana Country Park, Matakana, North Auckland Wed 20 Feb Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Sat 23 Feb Gibbston Valley Winery, Queenstown

THE PRESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (US) Mon 18 Mar Studio, Auckland

PRETTY LIGHTS (US) Thu 31 Jan San Fran Bath House, Wellington Fri 01 Feb Studio, Auckland

RAGGAMUFFIN 2013

Fri 01 Feb - Sat 02 Feb Rotorua International Stadium

RICE & BEANS FESTIVAL Sat 23 Feb Silo Park, Auckland

tours & events

Upcoming tours & events RUSSELL PETERS (CA)

Wed 13 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

SANTANA & STEVE MILLER BAND

Sun 17 Mar AMI Stadium, Christchurch Tue 19 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

THE SCRIPT (IR)

Fri 12 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland

RINGO STARR AND THE ALL STARRS (UK) Thu 07 Feb CBS Arena, Christchurch Sat 09 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland

ROBERT PLANT (UK)

Tue 09 Apr TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Thu 11 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland

RODRIGUEZ (US)

Sat 16 Mar Town Hall, Wellington Sun 17 Mar Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

RONAN KEATING & BRIAN MCFADDEN (IE) Wed 27 Feb Trusts Stadium Arena, Auckland

SHOTOVER SUNSHINE FESTIVAL 2013

WELLINGTON INTERNATIONAL UKELELE ORCHESTRA

Fri 01 Feb Neudorf Vineyards, Upper Moutere Fri 15 Feb Q Theatre, Auckland Sun 17 Feb Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton Fri 22 Feb Hawkes Bay Opera House, Hastings Tue 05 Mar Aurora Centre for the Performing Arts, Christchurch City Thu 07 Mar Queenstown Memorial Hall, Queenstown Sat 09 Mar Regent Theatre, Dunedin

Sat 09 Feb Littles Road, Queenstown

WILCO (US)

TAJ MAHAL TRIO (US)

Fri 05 Apr Town Hall, Wellington Sat 06 Apr Town Hall, Auckland

Mon 18 Mar The Powerstation, Auckland

THE STONE ROSES (UK)

Tue 26 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland

THEE OH SEES (US)

Thu 07 Feb Whammy Bar, Auckland

TUBORG SOUNDS ON Sat 23 Mar The Oval, North Harbour Stadium, Auckland

WHO SHOT ROCK & ROLL: A PHOTOGRAPHIC HISTORY Tue 29 Jan - Sun 03 Mar Auckland Art Gallery

, N I A P O N N I A G NO

BRITISH COMEDIAN ALAN DAVIES EXPLAINS WHY LIFE IS PAIN IS THE APT TITLE OF HIS FIRST STANDUP SHOW IN 13 YEARS. Life is pain. It’s a cynical sentiment, a bleak outlook on the world, and as someone who has experienced their fair share, a fitting title for the new stand-up show by British comedian Alan Davies. But in true Davies style, the 46-year-old admits it is very tongue in cheek.

Finding material for his new show has been relatively straight forward – like any comedian taking notes on conversations and anecdotes that make him laugh are essential. It also requires drawing on life experiences and as the title suggests, it’s not without a few honest confessions.

“It comes from an anecdote where a six-year-old girl said that to her mother when she was being told off. She looked up at her and said, ‘Life is pain’, and I thought it was so funny. It started out as an idea for material and it ended up being the title of the show.”

Losing his mother at age six to leukemia (she was 38) has been something that has weighted heavily on his mind, with Alan saying, “I think about her every single day”. Now he is in his forties, he admits enough time has gone by that talking openly about her passing seems fitting in his latest show.

Known for his iconic role on the murder-mystery TV series Jonathan Creek and regular spot on quiz show QI, Alan has a long and illustrious career as a regular face on the BBC. But while stand-up comedy was his first love, starting the circuit in 1988, it has been on a hiatus since about 1998 as Alan’s workload increased. Life is Pain marks a welcome return to the stage for the star, although it wasn’t without some reservations.

“I have found it difficult at first, actually. But I did some Australian shows in 2011 after doing QI Live with Stephen [Fry] and that went really well, I found my feet again. I thought I might have to fall back on my material from the 1990s, but in the end it came together and I ended up taking it to the UK.” Frequently portrayed on QI as the bumbling idiot – Alan admits it took him three years to realise he was being pegged as “Britain’s favourite dunce in the corner” – he says people might find his stand-up a “bit of an eye opener” if that was the only role they had seen him in. After 10 years as part of the lively panel show, he says it’s been a lot of fun (and looks forward to heading into its 11th year), but returning to stand-up is “nice to go out there on my own”.

That said, the light-hearted gent is also talking about a mix of social networking faux pas (something he is guilty of), changing nappies (he has two young children) and the end of the world (always a popular subject).

While on his Kiwi tour, fans can expect to catch Alan in nearly every city in the country. They can also catch him at a few cricket matches, cheering from the stands (although unfortunately not for us). On hearing the England team was playing a Twenty20 International match in New Zealand, the comedian rearranged his tour dates and added a new one in Whangarei.

The somewhat flippant sports fan – it has previously been reported that Alan is a fan of Arsenal FC because his “brother was a Spurs fan and he didn’t want to be the same” – he says the same of cricket, admitting it is the “only thing I can get to [on my days off]”. Maybe his life is pain after all.

WRITTEN BY LAURA WEASER SEE HIM PERFORM: ALAN DAVIES SEE TOURS AND EVENTS FOR DATES

fi n d u s Huge Range Of new & used Vinyl RaRe & COlleCtable lPs and 7”s Cds dVds sHiRts POsteRs flags & MeRCHandise OVeR 19,000 iteMs in stOCk! buy Online – Only $6 COuRieR fOR uP tO 8 iteMs! Open 7 Days 109 Devon St West, New Plymouth 06-7580064 info@vinylcountdown.co.nz

ANOTHER ORIGINAL FRINGE SHOW

pLAcE HANd HERE

2013|15 February – 10 March|aucklandfringe.co.nz

T O G L L I T S P O R D THE S I W I K ON FAT FREDDY’S DROP TRUMPET PLAYER TOBY LAING PUTS FATHERHOOD ASIDE TO TALK ABOUT HIS OTHER BABY – MAKING MUSIC. Still outwardly glowing from the adrenaline rush of becoming a father again, master horn man Toby Laing is shrugging off domestic duties to chat about touring down under and a long awaited new Fat Freddy’s Drop album.

Two and a half weeks ago, the only baby in Laing’s sights was the immanent and hopeful arrival of a little girl, his second child. Now that’s all done, he’s ready to talk about the new tracks.

“We’ve been recording at a downtown Kilbirnie studio, gives everything an ‘East-suburban feel’, you know?” he dryly quips. Back in the country after a gruelling European summer festival circuit, Fat Freddy’s have found time to re-establish the roots of their various family and musical trees back in the capital.

“We don’t just want to do a paired down show. We need to have all the equipment and band members and that requires a big support team.

That’s one of the reasons why we do the overseas festivals because they work for us.”

One of their more interesting recent gigs was in East Poland, where they headlined a 100,000-plus reggae festival featuring many Jamaican roots acts. It took over 40 hours in the bus from the UK to get there, taking turns to drive and navigate. Then, after arriving with minutes to spare before showtime, the gig was halted for nearly two hours while the crew and organisers were presented with certificates and tokens of appreciation.

“It’s called Blackbird and like the previous ones it’ll have a narrative running through it, but you’ll have to wait and see. I’m giving that away!”

“It’s the first time a gig has been delayed for a prize giving for the crew!” he exclaims. And so they should.

The first single ‘Silver and Gold’ definitely has the collective funk of their big live sound, “which is because we still wanted it to feel like a great jam, like ‘Wandering Eye’ or ‘The Nod’, which are more dance orientated”.

This summer you’ll get the chance to see them all over the country from Matakana to Blenheim.

The gig was supplemented by Otis Frizzell, who whipped up a live piece of graffiti art on a 2m-high canvas during the show. Of course, Frizzell has been central to the Freddy’s ‘look’ for years, designing covers and posters. The partnership goes way back to when Mark Williams aka

|

This summer, Freddy’s will lead out Anika Moa, Boa Runga, Hollie Smith and The Adults (Jon Toogood, Julia Deans, Shayne Carter) on the nationwide Classic Hits Winery Tour. “We’re stoked about playing on the upcoming winery tour because our ‘machinery’ is so big now that playing locally is getting difficult,” says Toby.

“Many of the songs were for Based on a True Story and Dr Boondigga ‘made’ on the road, but this time we wrote locally. We needed to spend some time all together laying them down. What’s different about the last albums is that we were pretty much all together when we recorded.

Not so much recording live, but all there, hearing the live and recorded sounds and feeling those vibes.

Recently, they brought the house down at the Sydney Opera with an animated and illustrated preview of the new album. “Blackbird has actually been in our set for about two years bubbling away, changing and morphing. It sits well with the new stuff,” explains Toby.

24

MC Slave and Frizzell were performing as a hip hop crew MC OJ and Rhythm Slave and will re-emerge on the cover of the new album too.

grooveguide.co.nz

“We’re even playing at the Tui Brewery in Mangatainoka,” Toby says.

“I wonder what wine will be served? Sauvignon Blanc? Chardonnay?

Merlot? East Indian Pale Grapes.”

WRITTEN BY TIM GRUAR SEE THEM LIVE: FAT PREDDY’S DROP CLASSIC HITS WINERY TOUR 2013 Album out: FEB 2013 SEE TOURS AND EVENTS FOR DATES

Zarathustra The New Zealand Herald Premier Series 8pm, Thu 21 February Auckland Town Hall Experience Strauss’ Also Sprach Zarathustra in the first concert of the 2013 Season.

AUCKLAND: 15 & 16 FEBRUARY Q THEATRE

HAMILTON: 17 FEBRUARY

QUEENSTOWN: 7 MARCH

HAMILTON GARDENS ARTS FEST

QUEENSTOWN MEMORIAL CENTRE

WHANGANUI: 21 FEBRUARY

INVERCARGILL: 8 MARCH

HASTINGS: 22 FEBRUARY

DUNEDIN: 9 MARCH

ROYAL WANGANUI OPERA HOUSE

HAWKES BAY OPERA HOUSE

WELLINGTON: 24 FEBRUARY

SAN FRANCISCO BATHHOUSE

Book now at buytickets.co.nz / 09-357-3355

CHCH: 5 MARCH

AURORA CENTRE

CIVIC THEATRE

REGENT THEATRE

OAMARU: 10 MARCH

OAMARU OPERA HOUSE

GEEKS

shit worth playing

GAMING

groove GADGETS

PATH OF EXILE PREVIEW

Groove GADGETS is where we cast our eye over Cool new shit.

FREE-TO-PLAY PC GAME, MADE IN NZ

Got some cool shit you want to see on this page? send us an email at gear@grooveguide.co.nz

IPOD/ IPHONE COVER HOODIE Avoid scratches on your iPhone/ iPod with this cool hoodie cover.

RRP $21.99 mightyape. co.nz

PIXEL

PERF

Have

ECT

more than SD card just THO slot one MS pict . Available ON ure DP in a 700 DIG in black frame IT Bond AL PH or . USB OTO white card and FRA Bond and ME .

RRP $59

‘RANDOM CRAP’ CONTAINER Finally something you can put all your random crap in, you haven’t had a place for yet!

RRP $14.99 Acquisitions

EIFFEL TOWER snips Put a bit of French flavour into your stationary with these cute-as scissors shaped like the Parisian icon.

RRP $14.99 shop.cottonon.com/shop/typo

INSTANT ICE-POPs!

By Jiffi

Make your own yummy ice-pops in just 10min! Perfect for summer.

RRP $69.99 Bond and Bond

26

|

grooveguide.co.nz

Developed in Auckland, Path of Exile is good enough to go head to head with the very best action RPG games on the planet. In fact, it’s so good, it might even be better than Diablo III - the multi-year, mega-millions-of-dollars, ultra game.

Not bad for a small team from Titirangi.

The game - which is PC only, folks - recently went into open beta, which means anyone can download it and have a go. We thought we’d take a look at the experience as it stands right now (this is, after all, a game that is always in development) so you have a fair idea as to why you should go and grab it.

Once you’re in the game, the first thing that strikes you is how dark and foreboding it is. There is a trend for a lot of games to resort to a cartoon based graphic set; maybe because it’s easier to develop or maybe the thinking is that realism is not what players want. Whatever the reason, Path of Exile went the gritty route, and it looks real nice.

You start on a beach, washed up after some sea-borne misadventure, and immediately set about killing things and stealing their treasure (as is the way of this kind of game). Nice touches, like arrows actually piercing your enemies, are immediately obvious and prove to be a common thread in the game.

While the title strays only slightly from the triedand-true formula laid down by Blizzard’s Diablo II, the changes Grinding Gear Games have made are nonetheless extremely interesting. Looting items stays the same, but once you’ve got them, you must barter directly with people to exchange them for other items - there is otherwise no form of currency to speak of. Additionally, poor quality items can be crafted into top-shelf kit, with the right application of the various bits and bobs you come across on your adventure. Skill trees, too, are vast and complex, with loads of depth to explore in the months and years to come.

It’s good fun, even when playing through the same (dynamically different) zones for the umpteenth time. There’s heaps of content, with the promise of even more to come, and the developers promise that it will never become pay-to-win. Even if it wasn’t made right here in Aotearoa, it would still come with our heartiest recommendation.

WRITTEN BY MIKE GUNN

FASHION

Shit worth WEARING

STYLE FILE

groove gear

JANE SUTHERLAND

Groove Gear is where we cast our eye over top shelf gear.

DESIGNER

Got some cool shit you want to see on this page? send us an email at gear@grooveguide.co.nz

BOws R A E NW s

E Z Tie M L A RE By N

on worn

fancy every to

be can accessory tie 99 10. bow fashion P$ .

RR E I irky tfit T u golden ou W aq BO as IN classic or PLA D T his L O . nz CG . co occasions SSI CLA N zties NS E M

SCHOOL BAGS

By Yak Pak

Summer Smart

By Glassons

Let ’s face it, we’ve been a little laxed with the amount of clothing we’ve been wearing around the office but with this cotton blouse you can stay cool and sharp at the same time.

Sara peplum blouse RRP $29.99

If there’s one good thing about going back to school, it’s that it gives you an excuse to accessorize with a new back pack.

Yak Pak puts the kool in skool, with rad designs and durable construction so they can handle the mistreatment you know they’re in for.

From $59.95 AVAILABLE AT SELECTED COSMIC STORES COSMICNZ.CO.NZ

glassons.com and instore

MACHINE GUN STRETCH – SLIM PANTS

By French Connection

These funky men’s pants by French Connection are the perfect way to inject colour into the colder months ahead.

RRP $104.50 Piperlime.gap.com

ZIGZAG TIGHTS

By House Of Holland For Pretty Polly These eye catching zigzag tights are the perfect match for black high-waisted shorts or skirts.

RRP $ 32.19 Asos.com

28

|

grooveguide.co.nz

What’s the ethos of your store/clothing line?

We pride ourselves on high-quality and wellcut garments. Established in 2004, we wanted to bring attention to detail with a background in jewellery/metalwork. This has always been brough to the forefront and has become a signature design feature. We are also 100% New Zealand made.

Which historical figure had some wicked style?

Queen Elizabeth I of England. Mind-blowing and the armour worn while on horseback – sensational. Joan of Arc in her white armour and Marie Antoinette – the elaboration and intricacy is also high on the list. Let’s not forget King Arthur too!

What muso/celebrity has style up the wazoo?

None other than Keith Richards. His layered scarves, star-spangled bandannas, heavy silver skull rings and necklaces. In my book, he is wild, but effortlessly super stylish.

Society’s biggest fashion faux pas?

Clothes that are too small – it’s not a great looking like a stuffed sausage.

What’s the must-have look this spring?

A Jane Sutherland Hey Jo hoodie – easy and effortless to wear on any occasion, layered over a favourite dress a Jimmy D T-shirt or tank/ shorts and Bob’s your auntie.

Colours/patterns big this season?

A palette of blues teamed with rich purple, incorporated in a impactful Ziggy Stardust inspired coat, a little handcrafted metalwork and, of course, a hint of black.

What are the essentials for a man’s wardrobe?

A little Zambesi Man, a little vintage, a little Ann Demeulemeester and keeping it simple.

What are the essentials for a lady’s wardrobe?

Coats and more coats, a Company of Strangers or Deadly Ponies bag (or two), boots and more boots, chronicles of spring/summer jewellery and perfume – the world of fragrance is an alluring place.

Everyone should own at least one good…

Jane Sutherland custom-made collar available exclusive to online boutique janesutherland. co.nz Hyphenate three words to describe your style: Cool-calm-collective.

Jane Sutherland can be seen on the 120m long runway at this year’s iD Fashion Show.

WwW.

.co.Nz

210 BROADWAY, NEWMARKET | RE:STArt, CAShEl MalL, CHRISTchURcH

ENCORE

F O L L A S T H G I L E H T

DJ/PRODUCER DEREK SMITH AKA PRETTY LIGHTS TAKES A UNIQUE AND ORGANIC APPROACH TO THE TERM ‘PRODUCING MUSIC’.

Recently completing a 55-show tour throughout the US, one man – Derek Smith aka Pretty Lights – boasted a 20-person crew and three trucks full of production and staging equipment. What does the DJ need all that gear for? For his pretty lights show, of course. It’s his latest live act – a multisensory experience of video, beats and laser – that Derek says is the lynchpin of his work.

“My approach to performing has always been to try to build it up, always make it more of an experience for the audience,” he says. “Every time I have a successful tour I set that money aside and invest it back into the next tour so I can do something even cooler.

“A few years ago, I didn’t have the means to put on a really cool show, but now with the success I have had in the States, the sky is the limit. We can do whatever we imagine, and it’s really fun to – after I make the music – imagine what I can do in a live scenario and build that from scratch.”

The producer has certainly gone all out for his latest endeavor, in both the music and visual effect. The show he is bringing to Australasia is similar to his most recent Illumination Tour last year and because the behindthe-scenes work is too big to bring from the US, Derek is outsourcing to local production companies to build his pièce de résistance – a working 3D video city.

“All the video content is connected to the music,” he explains excitedly. “It is very organic and uses real filmed content as opposed to screensavertype animation. I really wanted to create a show where the visuals match with the music so I put a lot of time into it.

“We had eight filmmakers travelling all around the world to capture the images and I am able to control the images via my computers on stage as I improvise the music. It’s cool and has evolved a long way from what I was doing a couple of years ago. It’s pretty to look at (laughs).”

The organic fusion of sound and sight has set Derek apart from other producers. Looking at his act like a band that he can “just jam out with”, he

says the improvised show allows him to “get hands-on with the music. If I was just hitting a play button I think I’d get bored”.

His unique approach can be directly attributed to his misspent youth.

Growing up in a small town in Colorado, Derek was exposed to a wide variety of different genres, saying there wasn’t just one kind of group playing music. Punk, hip-hop, rap – you name it, he’s worked with it. It’s this eclectic mix that has allowed him to form a diverse style of electronic music.

“I wanted to create an original style/sound of music. The goal I had in mind for the last several years was me trying to fuse the two worlds of soulful hip-hop and banging dance floor party beats together. Trying to keep the energy intense is quite a challenge, but it’s what I have tried to do: Keep it classy, but fun so the audience can get their groove on. I’m all about the groove.”

He’s also undertaken an ambitious and radically unique project on his new album, due to be released in the next few months. Unlike his previous work on EPs Spilling Over Every Side and Glowing In The Darkest Night, which were both created usual a range of sample snippets, Derek set out to create his own original vinyl and then sample from those tracks.

“I spent the first year going into an old-school analogue studio with all kinds of musicians, writing and recording with them in the way so it would sound like it’s been recorded in the 1960s. I wanted it to sound like I was sampling from old records – which I was, but they were ones I had created. I feel like I have taken it to the next level. No-one has done anything like this before.”

WRITTEN BY LAURA WEASER SEE THEM LIVE: PRETTY LIGHTS THU 31 JAN SAN FRAN BATH HOUSE, WELLINGTON FRI 01 FEB STUDIO, AUCKLAND

every tuesday from - 8:30pm

AC_PN3466_GG

3rd Place $50 bar tab / Openmic@thewindsor.co.nz RULES AND MORE DETAILS AT thewindsor.co.nz Juice bar / Windsor Castle 144 Parnell road

.......................

Free concerts

.......................

SOLA ROSA & TAHUNA BREAKS SUPPORTED BY LIPS 2pm, 6 February HENDERSON PARK, HENDERSON

www.musicinparks.co.nz

FEBRUARY 18

artwork by KATY SINNOTT Bachelor Arts and Media studen

PROGRAMMES START

t, NMIT Creative Industries

APPLY NOW!

2013 CONTEMPORARY MUSIC WRITING FOR CREATIVE INDUSTRIES GRAPHIC DESIGN VISUAL ARTS & DESIGN