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Wagons are regarded as one of Australia’s great acts. Led by the charismatic frontman, Henry Wagons, who has just announced to perform a free, live & acoustic in-store, show at Auckland’s Real Groovy Records. Wagons is a celebrated solo artist in his own right and described by Rolling Stone as “sounding like the lovechild of Nick Cave and Johnny Cash.” Wagons as a band offer a solid dose of stomping outlaw country, irresistible crooning and classic pop. 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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SEE HIM LIVE: HENRY WAGONS FRI 15 NOV 1PM, REAL GROOVY, AUCKLAND
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Neko Case, released her first album in over four years, The Worse Things Get, The Harder I Fight, The Harder I Fight, The More I Love You, to critical acclaim in September 2013 and is set to bring her live show to New Zealand. NPR (National Public Radio) dubbed Neko as “one of the most memorable and seductive voices in music” while The New York Times Magazine said “her voice is a force of nature” and Rolling Stone USA called her “indie’s greatest singer.” SEE HER LIVE: NEKO CASE
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Neil Finn has confirmed the release details of his new album Dizzy Heights. The album is led by a short film for Divebomber, made by Neil Finn, which debuted on Neil’s YouTube channel. The album was recorded between Finn’s Roundhead Studio in Auckland and Fridmann’s Tarbox Studio in upstate New York. The record is Neil Finn’s third solo project. “I didn’t want to make it a solo record in a stripped back singersongwriter sort of way,” says Finn. NEW ALBUM: DIZZY HEIGHTS OUT FRI 07 FEB
FRI 14 MAR THE POWERSTATION, AUCKLAND
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Ron Burgundy’s always one for staying classy and his latest memoirs entitled Let Me Off At The Top!: My Classy Life And Other Musings is his tell all book of his times as a news anchor of the bustling metropolis that is San Diego. “I don’t know if it’s the greatest autobiography ever written. I’m too close to the work,” Burgundy said when he announced the book. “I will tell you this much: the first time I sat down and read this thing, I cried like a goddamn baby, and you can take that to the bank.” Burgundy’s book Let Me Off At The Top! is out in both print and digital versions on Tue 19 Nov.
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Scottish singer, songwriter KT Tunstall is one of the first Bluesfest Touring New Zealand shows to be announced for the touring season. Tunstall has become an inspired alt-country songwriter and a world-class singer with a rich and intimate vocal range that has enchanted critics, music buyers and fans alike. Her new album has stunned fans and critics alike with its completely new alt-country direction.
RAPTURE
US rapper Action Bronson from Queens, New York has been confirmed to join Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, J Cole and David Dallas on the NZ Rapture 2014 line up. A former chef, this Queens MC is known for his gritty style and slick rhymes. His latest EP ‘Saaab Stories’ debuted Top 10 in the US and solidified his position as one of the hottest rappers today. SEE THEM LIVE: RAPTURE 2014 SAT 15 FEB WESTERN SPRINGS STADIUM, AUCKLAND
SEE HER LIVE: KT TUNSTALL SAT 03 MAY STUDIO, AUCKLAND SUN 04 MAY BODEGA, WELLINGTON TICKETS ON SALE: THU 07 NOV
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Morcheeba will be heading to the Powerstation in Auckland and the Opera House in Wellington with their original line-up, so get ready to hear the dreamy, soulful, down tempo sounds of the Godfrey brothers and the sweet, sensual vocals of Skye Edwards that you have loved since the 90’s. The group define the ‘chill out’ genre and are the perfect antidote to a big night, songs like ‘Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day’, ‘The Sea’, ‘Even Though’ and ‘Otherwise’ have been played in café’s, lounge rooms and at Sunday sessions worldwide and featured on endless compilations including the Café’ Del Mar series. SEE THEM LIVE: MORCHEEBA THU 10 APR THE POWERSTATION, AUCKLAND FRI 11 APR OPERA HOUSE, WELLINGTON TICKETS ON SALE: THU 7 NOV
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Mt Eden will take their blend of electronic soundscapes and classical orchestration to the country’s summer hot spots this December and January. The New Zealand-born and New York-based duo of Jesse Cooper and Harley Rayner have risen to new heights with their latest EP, Walking On Air. The EP was released through a partnership with New York-based label Ultra Records, also home to DeadMau5, Calvin Harris, Wolf Gang Gartner and Steve Aoki. SEE TOURS AND EVENTS FOR DATES
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groove file WOMAD 2014 KATY SOLJAK SONGWRITER
Your house is on fire, what do save? Laptop and Mekhu the Bengal cat. Favourite ‘90s TV show? Toss up between The X Files and Twin Peaks. Dream job as a kid? A Librarian. First album? The Beatles Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Heart Club Band. If you weren’t a musician, what would you be? Nuts. Ultimate festival line-up? Tom Waits, The Lumineers, Alabama Shakes, The Black Keys, Carolyn Wonderland. Who would play you in a film? Julianne Moore. How do you discover new music? Friends’ recommendations and iTunes. Worst job you’ve had? Housecleaner. Which song do you wish you wrote? ‘Stay with me’; first recorded by Lorraine Ellison in ‘66.
Once again, the world is coming to Taranaki. WOMAD 2014 promises yet another explosion of sounds, colour and experiences. Food, dance and of course music. WOMAD is a festival that covers all the bases. If you’re into Jazz then check out the amazing Cuban dance and funk of Roberto Fonseco who returns after a four-year hiatus. Hip Hop legends Arrested Development will be in the House! These guys have been going over 20 years now, providing a socially conscious alternative to gangsta rap and championing organizations such as the ANC and the plight of the homeless, which was highlighted in their Grammy award winning single “Mr Wendel”. 1920’s revivalist Pokey LaFarge will add a touch of Old Town Americana with early jazz, string ragtime, country blues and western swing - “It’s not retro music,” he claims, “It’s American music that never died.” Blues/Flamenco singer Buika is definitely one to see – the New York Times says, “she has a husky, layered and imperious voice, something like Nina Simone’s but more flexible and virtuosic”. The haunting strains of twin pipers have become a defining signature of Breabach, the Nuevo Scottish folk outfit looking to breakdown the cliché’s and introduce the traditions to a new generation. Speaking of barrier breaking, don’t forget to take a look at Japan’s answer to James Brown, Osaka Monaurai who do ‘Soul’ like it’s 1965! From Portugal is the raw unbridled passion of Fado is Carminho a future major player on the World Stage. Kiwi artists include country artist Delaney Davidson, the funky Lantin Aotearoa Project, Moana and the Tribe, Tim Finn, Brett Adams and Diane Swan (The Bads) and two-time Grammy winner Kimbra. This is WOMAD’s 10 year, a real cause for celebration. WOMAD is a festival for all ages and caters for the visually and physically
impaired with special viewing platforms and even hearing devices for the deaf. WOMAD caters for families with special kid’s areas and even a parade just for them! The event is also unique because of the large number of volunteers who return every year to add that special magic to all layers of the festival from rubbish collection to back stage management. If you need any excuse to visit the ‘Naki, then this family friendly all ages world party is it! WOMAD New Zealand Site. World of Music Arts and Dance, Festival, Brooklands Park & TSB Bowl, New Plymouth, Taranaki. 14-16 March 2014
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Biggest fear? Something bad would happen to any of my family. First gig in attendance? P.J. Proby and The Pretty Things in Napier. Favourite lyric? “And talked baseball with a lieutenant over a Singapore Sling/And wondered how the same moon outside/Over this Chinatown fair/Could look down on Illinois/And find you there.” - Tom Waits/ Shore Leave. ALBUM OUT NOW: SEX 4 SALE
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FRI 08 NOV
WED 06 NOV CRITICS CHOICE PRIZE SHOWCASE
RULES OF ADDICTION
THE KINGS ARMS
AXCES BAR
7PM, $15, DOOR SALES ONLY
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Get ready for awards season with the 2013 Hallenstein Brothers Critics’ Choice Prize showcase event. See three of New Zealand’s hottest up-and-coming artists perform live on stage where at the end of the night the 2013 winner will be crowned. Past winners of the award include Kimbra and Watercolours.
Hard rock metallers Rules Of Addiction are hitting the road again this November in support of their debut effort and road testing a number of new songs from their forthcoming second album. Singer and guitarist Mauricio said, “We’ve been fine tuning every song on our set list and look forward to destroying some stages with them.”
THE FLYING SORCERERS
SJD AND CRAIG TERRIS GROUP
MIGHTY MIGHTY
SAN FRAN BATH HOUSE 9.30PM
8.30PM, $10, UTR.CO.NZ
Once thought to only be from realms of other fantasy worlds, now we have discovered Flying Sorcerers have made New Zealand their home and are living among ordinary human beings. Every Wednesday night, right next to the bar, Mighty Mighty has an incredible free show starting at 9:30 and 10:30pm.
THU 07 NOV
SJD and the Craig Terris Group perform two very special shows in November. Both artists released critically acclaimed solo albums in late 2012 and this will be SJD’s first Wellington show since the release of his Taite Music Prize winning album Elastic Wasteland.
SAT 09 NOV OLLY MURS
HOLLIE SMITH
AOTEA CENTRE
TUNING FORK 7.30PM
8PM, $25, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
Joined by a full band, the British pop star is playing his hits, as well as all the favourites from his third album Right Place, Right Time. Olly was nominated for two Brit Awards in 2013, for Best British Male Solo Artist and British Single of the Year for ‘Troublemaker’. Supported by The X Factor NZ winner Jackie Thomas.
The beautiful and soulful songstress Hollie Smith invites you to join her and her new band of brothers for a very special evening before she crosses the ditch to Australia. You will be treated to a sneak preview of her brand new material and of course, revisiting all the songs you know and love.
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BEASTWARS
GIN & RASPBERRY, WANAKA
SAN FRAN BATH HOUSE
8PM, $25, FESTIVALOFCOLOUR.CO.NZ
Following news Nick Keller is nominated for Best Album Art at the Vodafone NZ Music awards for, the band are excited to have a set list including songs from the new album that have never been played live before and a taste of the new music being readied for future releases.
THE MEMBERS
M.WARD
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BODEGA
8PM, $50, UTR.CO.NZ
This November UK new wave post punk reggae band The Members, make a long-awaited return visit to New Zealand. The Members formed in Surrey, England in the heat of 1977. They were one of the first UK punk bands to successfully blend reggaes offbeat rhythm with punk’s rebellious aggression.
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The Festival of Colour presents Lawrence Arabia’s Wanaka date as part of the band’s first-ever nationwide tour outside the four main centres. Arabia, aka James Milne, said the show would be just as entertaining as April’s gig, but a whole new sonic experience for the town.
8PM, $37, UTR.CO.NZ
M. Ward is one busy man. His most recent album, A Wasteland Companion, received critical acclaim worldwide. It forms a diary of the singer and guitarist’s journeys home and abroad since the universally lauded Hold Time was released.
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SUN 10 NOV MAGIC NUMBER SUNDAYS MANTELLS ON THE WATER
ARCADE FIRE REFLEKTOR
2PM-11PM, $15, UTR.CO.NZ
The Amisfield Wine Company and George FM bring you a world-class, daytime festival. Combining local and international DJs, top MCs, fantastic food, great wine, locally crafted beer and this stunning venue, the Magic Number Sunday party will be the go-to event of the summer. Acts include The Turnaround, Hit It & Quit It, the Uptown Boogie, with MCs Slave and J Dubs.
MAINZ DIPLOMA MUSIC TOUR SHOWCASE THE KINGS ARMS
5PM
MAINZ Music Showcase is a free gig featuring Diploma Music performance students in a public venue. This is also a celebration of their hard work and an opportunity to see what the talented youth of today are capable of. Who knows, you might see the next big thing?
MINT SUNDAYS SALE ST
12PM-8PM
Oooo yeah, summer is coming and Sale St knows it! They want to make your Sunday Session just that little bit more relaxed and awesome. Come and hear Aucklands finest DJ’s playing only the best house music out in the Sale St deck in the sun. DJs include Sample Gee and secial guests Peter Urlich, Sam Hill.
TUE 12 NOV BIG SEAN THE POWERSTATION
8PM, $60, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
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Detroit’s own has been a big name in hip-hop the last few years. The 25-year-old got the whole hip-hop world talking recently when he released ‘Control’ featuring Kendrick Lamar and Jay Electronica. With more than 2.9 million Facebook fans to date, 3.9 million Twitter followers and 46 million YouTube views worldwide.
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Arcade Fire’s fourth studio release is an ambitious 75-minute double record that sees the Canadian troupe rejuvenate the tension-filled, call-to-arms grandeur of their back catalogue in a different light. It’s lush, long and expertly blends various genres in a fresh and exotic manner, and is a feat partly owed to the recording background of the album. Haitian rara festival music, the 1959 film Black Orpheus (an adaptation of the Greek myth of Oprheus and Eurydice set against a carnival in Rio de Janerio) and Danish philosopher Soren Kiekegaard’s essay ‘The Present Age’ influenced the song writing and sonic flavour of the album. Already screaming an intimidating concept record, James Murphy (LCD Soundsystem/DFA Records) was enlisted as producer and the writing and recording was done at an abandoned Jamaican mansion. It’s a mouth full, and on paper it doesn’t seem possible. But Arcade Fire have managed to press the reset button without forfeiting their indie strengths or experimental street-cred. A grand risk with an equally grand pay-off. From the seven minute album opener and lead single ‘Reflektor’, we are thrust into a groove-driven record that flows effortlessly with an indie-dance-hybrid twitch; from textured disco beats and post-punk guitars, to dense synths and spacerock ambience, it owes a few nods to David Bowie (who makes a cameo appearance) and Curtis Mayfield. While the exaggerated emotional weight held their back catalogue,
here the unifying factor is the exotic rhythm section that truly does pop with an infectious shuffle. Live recordings of a Haitian carnival are heard at the beginning of ‘Here Comes The Night Time’, a standout track that captures the joy in breaking genre conventions, and is an idea revisited throughout the record. On highlight ‘Normal Person’, Butler asks “Do you like rock and roll music?” and replies “’cause I don’t know if I do”, right before the album’s loudest mosh-worthy guitar breaks through, like a punk version of The Velvet Underground and The Rolling Stones combined. It’s a fitting statement considering Reflektor’s greatest moments are the warped disco-stutter gone acoustic gem in ‘It’s Never Over (Oh Orpheus)’, the stadium sized ‘Joan Of Ark’ and the soaring ‘Afterlife’ complete with brass and choirs. This is Arcade Fire having fun and revelling in a newfound appreciation of music and culture. Reflektor bursts with carnival liveliness, and while the pace slows a little on the second disc and a few tracks feel out of place, these are small complaints overshadowed by an album that will richly reward with each listen. JAMES MANNING
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ARTIST Q&A
WED 06 NOV
NAT HUGILL
TOMMY TIERNAN
ACTRESS/DANCER/PIN UP GIRL
ST JAMES THEATRE Your fantasy spirit animal is… AN OWL! I have a teeny weeny bit of an owl obsession. I have owl soft toys, a mug, socks and I also have an owl onesie.
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The Irish superstar brings his latest show Stray Sod to our shores. The title is a metaphor for how we as humans have somehow lost our spirits, identity and “inner lunatic” in these broke crazy times we find ourselves living in. But it’s not all doom and gloom as Tommy has bright ideas and hilarious solutions to our problems.
Your signature “I’m an amazing cook” dish is… Mixed herb and five spice rubbed chicken wrapped in bacon. Everything (and I mean EVERYTHING) tastes better with bacon.
COLOUR & LIGHT IMPRESSIONISM TE PAPA 10AM - 6PM, $5-46, TICKETEK.CO.NZ TUE 05 NOV - SUN 12 JAN
Monet, Cézanne, Renoir, and their disciples set Paris ablaze with their revolutionary treatment of light and colour, and a fresh new emphasis on the everyday. See the French masters together in this dazzling exhibition, drawn from the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
THU 07 NOV ART IN THE DARK WESTERN PARK
THU 07 NOV - SAT 09 NOV
Held over three nights, Art in the Dark challenges artists to create projects that not only fit the aesthetics of outdoor urban areas but that most also illuminate the dark using sustainable materials and energy wherever possible. Over 40 artworks will light up even the darkest nooks and crannies of Ponsonby.
FIREWORKS & FANTASY
Who’s in the dead supergroup for your dream hologram show? Freddie Mercury and Marilyn Monroe two huge idols of mine. I’d have kittens if I got to see them – even if they’re just holograms. Holy macaroni I’m getting all of a flutter just thinking about it! **swoon**
The best TV show around at the moment is… I’m not a TV person really (I don’t get the time to watch it) but I do like catching Family Guy when it’s on, or 7 Days. The best place for a date night is… It all depends on what mood I’m in… but I do love getting dressed up and heading to Vivace for dinner and wine, then heading to an intimate cocktail bar for an after-dinner night cap.
What’s an upcoming film you’re jazzed about? Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them – it’s a spin-off movie of one of the books featured in the Harry Potter series. You’re looking at a total HP obsessive fan here. I’m actually re-reading the series for about the 12th time.
Five celebs on your f**klist? Jared Leto, Angelina Jolie, David Bowie, Stewart Townsend, Robert Downey Jr.
What happens when you mix Coca Cola with Pepsi? The universe implodes. Duh!
SAT 09 NOV TAPAC, AUCKLAND
SEE HER PERFORM: NAT HUGILL LILLY LOCA’S VAUDEVILLE CABARET PRESENTS: VOIX DE VILLE WED 06 NOV TAPAC, AUCKLAND
WED 13 NOV - SAT 16 NOV TAPAC, AUCKLAND
SAT 09 NOV CHOPPER ON TRIAL THE CLASSIC STUDIO
FOUNDERS THEATRE 8.30PM, $25, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ 7.30PM, $15-99, TICKETEK.CO.NZ
Crashing chords, exuberant snare drums and the thud of the guillotine – this is a concert of fireworks and fantasy. Tchaikovsky’s brilliant Piano Concerto No. 1 was first met with thunderous condemnation, called unplayable and described as the work of an imbecile. The composer refused to change a single note.
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Chopper is sneaking out of Australia for a week to trial his new show at The Classic in Auckland. Aussie’s hardman of live comedy is busting out a new show. Be the first to see it here. A must for fans of Chopper and punters who like their comedy fresh!
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COMEDY
christchurch
DANCE
8PM, $15-22, STAGECRAFT.CO.NZ
Awarded Best New Play at the 2011 Theatregoers Choice Awards, this witty and action-filled drama follows Anne’s life from the moment she catches the king’s eye to her tragic betrayal and beyond as she treads the delicate path of Henry’s unpredictability, Wolsey’s venom and Cromwell’s deviousness.
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FILM OF THE WEEK
WED 06 NOV SHOW ME SHORTS OPENING NIGHT
THOR: THE DARK WORLD
CAPTIOL CINEMA, 7.45PM
directed by Alan Taylor Starring Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston
This glamorous night out for the short film industry is where the winners of the 2013 Show Me Shorts awards are announced, the prizes presented, and the films screened. Tickets are $25 and include an ice cream from Rush Munro’s, nibbles from Mexicali Fresh and a glass of wine.
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Ruffalo and Paltrow try to strike up a “relationship”, while Pink tries her hand at acting. The premise is a romantic comedy that brings together three disparate characters who are learning to face a challenging and often confusing world as they struggle together against a common demon: sex addiction.
With Iron Man 3 having demonstrated that a post-Avengers movie focusing on “only” one superhero can still be a heck of a lot of fun, it now falls upon Thor: The Dark World to reinforce that point. While this blockbuster never quite reaches the giddy heights of the unexpectedly awesome Iron Man 3, it’s still a perfectly enjoyable exercise in superheroics, and much more fun to watch than Man of Steel.
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Advance word promised more of Asgard this time around and, even more so than the first film, Thor: The Dark World qualifies as a space-bound adventure. There are awesome space ships, aliens (of sorts) and a number of different worlds.
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SUN 10 NOV 8.30PM, JONES!
With their unique comedic brand of silly skits, razorsharp wordplay and devious double entendres, together Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker dominated TV comedy throughout the ‘70s and ‘80s.
The relationship between Thor and Natalie Portman’s Jane is re-engaged after having been ignored for The Avengers and it once again provides the emotional thrust of the movie. The film suffers for the familiarity of its Macguffin - it is yet ANOTHER infinitely powerful weapon that could destroy the universe. But the guy who wants
to wield it - a “dark elf” played by Christopher Eccleston - feels relatively original. Tom Hiddleston’s Loki is often described as a “fan favourite”, but I, for one, am getting tired of his smirky shenanigans. Plus the film fails to come up with anything interesting for Thor’s band of merry men to do - they were one of the best parts of the first film. Director Alan Taylor - a Games of Thrones veteran - doesn’t display Thor helmer Kenneth Branagh’s talent for creatively-staged action or tilty camera-work, but he steps up to the task of lending everything the requisite gravitas. I felt a little action starved in the first half, but Thor: The Dark World perks up considerably in the final third. It may lack the surprise of the first film, but Marvel Studios is still making the best superhero movies around. Flicks.co.nz
MON 11 NOV HAMISH & ANDY’S GAP YEAR: ASIA
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The boys travel the width and breadth of Asia this time. The comedy duo sadly never had a gap year after they finished high school. So now – in their thirties – they’re righting that wrong. Last year they explored Europe and the year before that was across the USA.
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8.30PM, TV2
9AM, MTV
Broadcasting live, this year MTV will be riding high in Amsterdam, the renowned culture capital of the Netherlands. MTV’s global awards show will highlight the year’s hottest musical artists from around the world.
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University graduate Eugenia “Skeeter” Phelan wants to make it as a writer. Unlike the girls she grew up with in Jackson, Mississippi, Skeeter wants a career and is quite content to put marriage and children on hold. When Skeeter lands the cleaning hints column at the local newspaper.
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CAFÉ ABYSSINIA 190 STODDARD RD
Abyssinia: Not a place you would expect to have incredible food. But seriously, Ethiopian food is incredible. Simple, yet effective is their way of doing things, with great platters to share, flavours you wouldn’t believe and a great experience that needs to be had by you and your friends!
BEST UGLY BAGELS CITY WORKS DEPOT, CNR WELLESLEY & NELSON ST
Where do I start? I mean, yeah the title implies they are not much to look at, but it is a lie. They are beautiful bagels, with delicious toppings, from the simply cream cheese to a hearty chicken and zesty sauce combination.
WAGAMAMA
Japanese inspired food on the go is what everybody wants – it’s healthy, awesome and full of flavour. It’s the month of new things at Wagamama. Their new look menu comes with new Japanese beers, Kiwi wines and dishes to try out. Do you like it spicy? And we mean thermo-nuclear spicy? So hot it may be taking the roof off your mouth hot? Then we dare you to come try our firecracker prawns. You will be so impressed and at the same time reaching for the milk. Challenge accepted. Enjoyed at Newmarket, Sylvia Park or on Wellington’s waterfront.
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auckland gig guidE WED 06
From The Summit
71 Sunset, The Symphony of Screams & Trawler
Louder with Abel
8PM, Ding Dong Lounge, $5
Big Wednesday Fresh Comedy
8PM, The Classic Comedy Club
Camino Real
8PM, Basement Theatre
“Cutting Teeth” Open Mic Night 8PM, Empire Tavern
DJ Klassix from Paris 9:30PM, Twentyone SKY CITY
DOWNTOWN BROWNS WHEELS ON WEDNESDAY 5PM, Barrio
Emerging Pixels #3 7:30AM, Aotea Centre
From The Summit
10AM, Auckland War Memorial Museum Ding Dong Lounge
Occupational Therapy with Bobby Brazuka & TDK 9PM, Ponsonby Social Club
Ophelia EP Release Show
8PM, The Kings Arms
The Psychs, The Hunt and the Kaleidoscopes Whammy Bar
The Ride to Conquer Cancer Movie Night Maidment Theatre
8PM, The Classic Studio
Wine Cellar
FRI 08 ARCADE NIGHT
8PM, Western Park
DJ Gabriella
9PM, Twentyone SKY CITY
Emerging Pixels #3
Big Boys Toys
10AM, ASB Showgrounds, $20
Camino Real
8PM, Basement Theatre
Chopper On Trial
8:30PM, The Classic Studio
DJ General Lee
9PM, Twentyone SKY CITY
DJ Isaac Aesili
8PM, Neighbourhood
7:30AM, Aotea Centre
DJ Karn Hall
Few Chur Lab with KXVGXN, Sam Harman and guest
DJ Paul Chankay
8PM, Verona
Freek of the Week featuring Killamanraro 5PM, Barrio
Studio The Venue, $20
Little Lapin with special guests The Map Room 8:30PM, The Portland Public House, $5
Magic Roundabout with Stinky Jim and Dubhead
9PM, Ponsonby Social Club
Show Me Shorts Film Festival Matakana Cinemas
The C.V.E
9PM, Empire Tavern
The Friday Shuffle
8PM, Q Auckland
1885 Britomart, $10
8:30PM, Windsor Castle
J:Kenzo (UK)
Better Place
THU 07
Dan, Grunter and Friends
10AM, Auckland War Memorial Museum
8PM, Sliders Kitchen & Bar
8PM, Bacco Room, $25
8PM, Basement Theatre
6PM, Sale Street
Avalanche City / Luke Thompson AUCKLAND
8PM, TAPAC - The Auckland Performing Arts Centre, $35
Camino Real
5PM, Revelry
Shogun Orquestra (Wellington)
Art in the Dark
8PM, Western Park
Experience U2
Tom Rodwell
Verona Sessions with The Repeat
Art in the Dark
Fridays at Revelry with Deewhy, Richie Rich and DJ Katana
5PM, Verona
9PM, Rakinos, $10
Voix de Ville
DJ Sample Gee
4PM, Barrio
6:30PM, Sale Street
5:15PM, Rialto on Broadway
9PM, Verona
Fridays At Barrio
From The Summit
Thursdays at Sale St
Telecom Asia Pacific Film Festival Auckland 2013
DJ Russell Hodgson
7PM, Auckland Towl Hall
RULES OF ADDICTION - WORLD MADE OF LIES TOUR
Pleasure P Auckland Show
Capitol Cinema
Fireworks & Fantasy
Fridays at Sale St
Thursday Pro Night
Show Me Shorts Film Festival
DJ Linley Latu
8PM, Ding Dong Lounge
Galatos Basement
10AM, Auckland War Memorial Museum
Stampede Bar
Fangs
12:30PM, Twentyone SKY CITY 6:30PM, The Deck
Emerging Pixels #3 7:30AM, Aotea Centre
Expansions
8PM, The Golden Dawn
The Vodafone Season Of Chicago
SAT 09 Andy Vann & Friends 9PM, Ginger Minx
Art in the Dark
7:30PM, The Deck
9PM, Twentyone SKY CITY
12:30PM, Twentyone SKY CITY The Kentish Hotel
From The Summit 10AM, Auckland War Memorial Museum
Hollie Smith
8PM, The Tuning Fork
Le Trill @ Goldfinch 10PM, Goldfinch, $10
Mr Big Stuff 9PM, Verona
Saturdays at Revelry with Dean Campbell and Dirty Diana 8PM, Revelry
Saturdays at Sale St 7PM, Sale Street
SHOGUN ORCHESTRA Leigh Sawmill
SJD and Craig Terris Group
The Portland Public House
The Meltdown 1st Birthday 10PM, Rakinos, $10
The Members
9:30PM, The Kings Arms
The Vodafone Season Of Chicago 8PM, Q Auckland
Uptown Boogie 3PM, Neighbourhood
SUN 10 Acoustic Sunday Sessions with Josh Leys
8PM, Western Park
3PM, Neighbourhood
Beer Drew
Auckland Symphony Orchestra ‘American Beauty’
8PM, Ding Dong Lounge
Big Boys Toys
10AM, ASB Showgrounds, $20
Camino Real
8PM, Basement Theatre
2:30PM, Auckland Town Hall
Big Boys Toys
10AM, ASB Showgrounds, $20
Chopper On Trial
8:30PM, The Classic Studio
DJs Cian & Marek (Wellington)
9PM, Ponsonby Social Club
DJ ExMIxKid
8:30PM, Neighbourhood
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THU 07
From The Summit
Aaron Tokona
12PM, Sale Street
10AM, Auckland War Memorial Museum
9PM, The Monday Room
Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix 2013
Show Me Shorts Film Festival
9PM, Dux Live
Mint Essentials
The Auckland Domain
Sam RB
Pukekohe Cinema
The Members
FRI 08
Leigh Sawmill
TUE 12
Show Me Shorts Film Festival
Camino Real
9PM, Churchills
Emerging Pixels #3
Parents Christchurch Album release
Waiheke Island Community Cinema
Steaks & Sounds with Gerry & Jonno 3PM, Empire Tavern
The Vodafone Season Of Chicago 7PM, Q Auckland
MON 11 Camino Real
8PM, Basement Theatre
Darkroom
From The Summit
The Social with Andy Vann
Lisa Lashes (UK)
9PM, Winnie Bagoes City, $40
Subtle System featuring J:Kenzo (UK) 9PM, Dux Live, $40
9PM, Bardello
Live At Six
Tommy Tiernan
7:30PM, Aotea Centre
8PM, Aurora Centre
The Vodafone Season Of Chicago
SAT 09
6:30PM, Q Auckland
10PM, Third Door Down, $15
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WELLINGTON gig guide WED 06 Bass Addicts Anonymous 9PM, Bootleg Bar
Shadowblasters w/ Special Guests 9PM, Bodega
The Medicine Stand Up Comedy 8PM, The Cavern Club
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Tommy Tiernan
8PM, St James Theatre
THU 07 2 For 1 Thursdays! 5PM, Betty’s
Parents Wellington Album release Medusa
The Blue Onesies’ Soft Opening EP Release with special guests Love You To and Sink the Bismarck 9:30PM, Puppies, $5
The Vance Fontaine Happy Hour November Edition Understudy @ Bats Theatre
FRI 08 Chatchy
10PM, Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant
Chopped, Screwed & Funky 9PM, Betty’s
MR STERILE ASSEMBLY & E/N/T
10:30PM, Mighty Mighty, $5
Paul’s 30th Birthday Party Bar Medusa
Reckless
Fast Eddies Pool Hall
SJD and Craig Terris Group
9:30PM, The San Francisco Bath House
The Members 9:30PM, Bodega
The Tiny Lies and Delaney Davidson 8:30PM, Paekakariki Memorial Hall
SAT 09 BEASTWARS Blood Becomes Fire Tour
The San Francisco Bath House
Claude Supremacy’s 40th Brutal Birthday Bash 8PM, Bar Medusa, $10
Fireworks & Fantasy
7:30PM, Michael Fowler Centre
JUNGLE-EXOTICA: MIGHTYíS 7TH BIRTHDAY! With Die Die Die, PCP Eagles, D Burmester and more! 9PM, Mighty Mighty, $10
M Ward w/ Mile Calder and The Rumour 8PM, Bodega
Mahalia Simpson 11PM, Matterhorn, $5
Raggy Trio
4PM, Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant
Rhiain & The Utter Strangers 10PM, Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant
Supadiskotecha 10PM, Betty’s
The Harem Honey Revue - All Girl Burlesque Show 8PM, The Fringe Bar
SUN 10 Recovery Sessions 3PM, Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant
SAM HUNT - THE MATINEE MAN
2:45PM, St Peter’s Hall, $20
The Troubles 8PM, Meow
MON 11 Raw Meat Comedy - November 8PM, The Fringe Bar
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“The Rolling Stone” Single Release Party
Ash & The Matadors, Little Smith Band, Twin Lion Hotness Queens, Dunedin
Avalanche City / Luke Thompson WHANGAREI Old Stone Butter Factory, Whangarei District
Biddy Mulligan’s Irish Pub, Hamilton
TUE 12 Fuyuko’s Fables + Groeni + Pales NZ Tour Barrytown Hall, West Coast
FRI 08 RULES OF ADDICTION - WORLD MADE OF LIES TOUR Axces Bar, Hamilton
SAT 09 Parents Dunedin Album release Queens, Dunedin
Shane Taylor live solo Eggsentric Cafe, Whitianga
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Beer is love is the message here. Taking inspiration from the US dive bar, Golding’s pays homage to the neighbourhood bars of North America and Europe. With craft beer being the most important ingredient for a night out, Golding’s brings together the textures, feel and energy of its central city environment and creates a truly sincere and unique experience. Golding’s friendly, highly trained and knowledgeable staff are here to make the most of your visit and make sure you get the most out of your time spent exploring New Zealand and international craft beers. And never fear – there’s cider and spirits to please all.
THE DOGS BOLLIX 2 NEWTON RD
The Dog’s Bollix has been an institution for as long as we can remember. And why is it so great? Well, number one, it has incredible live music shows of some great up and coming Kiwi bands and international hits. Top that off with a beer in your hand and no doubt you’ll have a swing in your step as the night goes on.
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What was your highlight of Beam Bar Legend 2013? There were six rounds in the grand final, which was spread over a two-day period. Out of the six, round three was my favourite. We all had to create a drink that would match a dish as part of a 6-course degustation menu. We then had to make it 44 times and have it come out at the same time as the dish. This truly challenged us – but my favourite part of this round was how all the competitors worked together to help get our drinks out perfect and on time. It was an amazing show of teamwork and sportsmanship. What’s your signature drink and how
do we make it? To Galliano: equal parts (30ml) Galliano L’autentico, Sauza Hornitos and Cinzano Blanco. 5ml of Laphroaig – stir and then pour over cubed ice into a rocks glass. Garnish with a lemon wheel and Rosemary sprig. You’ve just won a prize pack valued at $25,000 which included a trip to a Beam distillery of your choice - where are you going to go and why? The Jim Beam distillery in America – I have been to 100’s of training sessions and one of my favourites was held by Fred Noe (the current Jim Beam master distiller). I think it would be amazing to see the man in his element! If you have one tip for bartenders wanting to become Beam Bar Legend 2014 - what would it be? Practice and be yourself – Beam Bar Legend want your personality to come through as much as your skill. You need to practice a lot so that you can be as comfortable as possible in each round.
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auckland BARS AND EATERIES Atico Cocina
Victoria Park Market 19 Drake St Freemans Bay, 354-4030 Inspired Caribbean food and cocktails in the old stables & roof terrace of the Vic Park Market.
BIG J’S
1 Melton Road - Mt Wellington, 5790340 Big J’s - Gourmet burgers rated no.1 via Concrete Play Ground and The Corporate Lunch Box websites. Home of Auckland’s best burgers.
FIDDLER IRISH BAR
71 Victoria St West A small, but perfectly formed, authentic Irish bar with some of Aucklands friendliest bar staff.
102 Quay Street Over 102 different beers from around NZ and the world.
368 Queen St, 222 2800 Belgium hot chocolates, coffees and offer a range of beautiful cakes (gluten free available) and organic drinks.
442 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn A must have stop between Ponsonby and Kingsland, with Monteiths beers and great food.
THE PADDINGTON Citizen ParK
424 New North Rd, 846-4964 SoCal inspired garden bar with great food and a social-friendly atmosphere. Relaxed place to come eat, drink, and mingle.
117 St Georges Bay Rd, 309-3586 A Parnell institution for sports events, craft beers and superb food with the recent addition of top-notch live gigs.
PINXTOS THE CLADDAGH
372-376 Broadway, 522-4410 The Claddagh Irish Pub - A slice of Ireland in the heart of Newmarket.
DE POST
466 Mt Eden Rd, 630-9330 Your local in the heart of Mt. Eden with over 100 beers available.
128c Ponsonby Rd Open now. Bar*Cafe*Tapas*
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.
REVELRY DING DONG LOUNGE
26 Wyndham Street New York’s premier rock and roll bar has come to town.
The Empire
137 Victoria St W, 373 4389 New ownership, new look, new vibe!
FATHER TED’S ORIGINAL IRISH PUB
1 Wellesley St West, 377-3142 Entertainment seven nights a week, with three big screens, pool table, competitions & prizes, quiz, karaoke and live music.
27 Drake St, Freemans Bay, 377 5737 Tom Tom Bar & Eatery is the newly developed Gastrobar housed in a historically significant site.
le Monde Cafe
Malt Bar BREW ON QUAY
TOM TOM
106 Ponsonby Road, 376- 8663 19th Century bohemian parlour meets opium den chic. Asian fusion style eatery set in a bohemian parlour.
SALE ST
7 Sale St, 307-8148 Bistro dining, award-winning microbrewery, celebrated garden bar and a private Velvet Room!
Shadows Student Bar
Auckland University, L3, 34 Princes St, 366 0544 Everybody is welcome. Party action every night of the week. DJ’s, pool tables, movies, quiz, karaoke, happy hours galore.
Q Theatre
305 Queen Street, 282-3895 Auckland’s only performing arts venue that offers a full breakfast menu and delicious coffee to start your day. Range of lunch options, excellent wine list and a modern selection of tapas, pizzas, platters and dinner options.
The Tuning Fork
Vector Arena, 42 - 80 Mahuhu Crescent, 358-1250 The Tuning Fork is the ground floor space of our 2-storeyed bistro. It’s a great place for a private party on evenings when the main arena is not in use.
VERONA
169 K’Rd, 307-0508 Iconic K Rd hangout with cosy booths, delicious wholesome food, late night Djs & live music, cocktails, freshly squeezed juice & organic tap beer. Open 7 days 7am (9am weekends) till late.
Wagamama
Multiple Locations, wagamama.com This small sleek and super cool pad is the place for your next function come check us out!
THE WINDSOR CASTLE
144 Parnell Rd, 356-3650 Established in 1847, one of Auckland’s earliest surviving hotels serves gastro pub food in a comfortable, unpretentious environment.
tours & events
Upcoming tours & events AIR SUPPLY (AU)
Tue 03 Dec CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch Wed 04 Dec St James Theatre, Wellington Thu 05 Dec The Civic, Auckland
ALICIA KEYS & JOHN LEGEND (US)
Thu 19 Dec Vector Arena, Auckland
ART IN THE DARK
Thu 07 Nov - Sat 09 Nov Western Park, Auckland
BEASTWARS
Fri 08 Nov Churchills, Christchurch Sat 09 Dec San Fran Bath House, Wellington Fri 15 Nov King St Live, Masterton Sat 16 Nov The Cabana, Napier Fri 22 Nov The Kings Arms, Auckland Sat 23 Nov TSB Arena, NZ Tattoo & Art Festival, New Plymouth Sat 23 Nov Mayfair, NZ Tattoo & Art Festival after party, New Plymouth
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL – MICHAEL JACKSON THE IMMORTAL WORLD TOUR Wed 30 Oct - Sun 03 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland
CLASSIC HITS WINERY TOUR 2014
Fri 31 Jan Mystery Creek, Hamilton Sat 01 Feb Ascension Wine Estate, Matakana Sun 02 Feb Marina Reserve, Tutukaka Wed 05 Feb Church Road Winery, Napier Fri 07 Feb Black Barn Vineyards, Havelock North Sat 08 Feb Alana Estate, Martinborough Tue 11 Feb Arena Manawatu Lawns, Palmerston North Thu 13 Feb Sentry Hill Winery, New Plymouth Fri 14 Feb Wharepai Domain, Tauranga Sat 15 Feb Villa Maria Winery, Auckland Thu 20 Feb Anderson Park, Invercargill Fri 21 Feb Waitiri Creek, Gibbston Sat 22 Feb Waipara Hills, Waipara Sun 23 Feb ANZAC Park, Greymouth Thu 27 Feb Neudorf Vineyards, Upper Moutere Fri 28 Feb Neudorf Vineyards, Upper Moutere Sat 01 Mar Villa Maria Winery, Blenheim
Tue 19 Nov The Powerstation, Auckland Wed 20 Nov Bodega, Wellington
BOND STREET BRIDGE
Fri 08 Nov Museum of Wellington City & Sea Sat 09 Nov Sarjeant Gallery, Whanganui Fri 15 Nov Oamaru Heritage Festival Club, Oamaru Fri 22 Nov MTG Hawkes Bay, Napier Sat 23 Nov Rogue Stage, Rotorua
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN (US)
Sat 01 Mar Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland Sun 02 Mar Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland
BRUNO MARS (US)
Sat 15 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland Sun 16 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland
CAMP A LOW HUM 2014
Fri 07 Feb - Sun 09 Feb Wainuiomata
CITY & COLOUR (CA)
Mon 16 Dec The Civic, Auckland Wed 18 Dec St James Theatre, Wellington
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Fri 27 Dec Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai Sat 28 Dec Brewers Field, Mount Maunganui Thu 02 Jan Waihi Beach Hotel, Waihi Fri 03 Jan Butlers Reef Hotel, Oakura Sat 04 Jan Riwaka Hotel, Riwaka Sun 05 Jan The Bedford, Christchurch
HELMET (US)
Fri 20 Dec Bodega, Wellington Sat 21 Dec Galatos, Auckland
HIGHLIFE NYE EXPERIENCE Tue 31 Dec Stonybridge Vineyard, Waiheke Island
JOHN MAYER
Tue 29 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland
DOLLY PARTON
Fri 07 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland
DRAGON
Wed 13 Nov St John’s Cathedral, Napier Thu 14 Nov Chapel Of Christ The King, Hamilton Fri 15 Nov Holy Trinity, Tauranga Sat 16 Nov Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland Tue 19 Nov First Presbyterian Church, Invercargill Wed 20 Nov Knox Church, Dunedin Thu 21 Nov St Michael & All Angels, Christchurch Fri 22 Nov Cardboard Cathedral, Christchurch Sat 23 Nov Old St Paul’s, Wellington
ENZO – STRANGER THAN FICTION
Sat 02 Nov Holy Trinity, Auckland Sun 03 Nov Holy Trinity, Auckland Mon 04 Nov Holy Trinity, Auckland
FAT FREDDY’S DROP
Fri 06 Dec The Bedford Marquee, Christchurch Sun 29 Dec Coroglen Tavern Outdoor Arena, Coromandel Mon 30 Dec Brewer’s
Wed 28 May The Civic, Auckland
Mon 30 Dec - Tue 31 Dec Daisybank Farm, Martinborough Vineyards
Fri 21 Feb CSB Arena, Christchurch Sat 22 Feb Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Sun 23 Feb Aotea Centre, Auckland
Sun 23 Mar The Opera House, Wellington Tue 25 Mar The Powerstation, Auckland
JAMES BLUNT (UK)
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BILLY BRAGG (UK)
Tue 03 Dec ASB Theatre, Auckland Wed 04 Dec ASB Theatre, Auckland
Sat 25 Jan Opera House, Wellington Sun 26 Jan Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland
Sat 09 Nov The Tuning Fork, Auckland
Fri 17 Jan Western Springs Park, Auckland
JACK JOHNSON (US)
JIMMY CARR (UK)
HOLLIE SMITH
BIG DAY OUT 2014
BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB (US)
Field, Mt Maunganui Tue 31 Dec Waihi Beach Hotel Outdoor Marquee, Waihi Thu 02 Jan Matakana Country Estate, Matakana Fri 03 Jan - Riwaka Hotel, Motueka Sat 05 Jan The Station Village Complex, Lower Hutt
JUSTIN BIEBER (CA)
Sat 23 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland
KAIKOURA SUMMERSOUNDS Sat 11 Jan - Sun 12 Jan Cnr Harnetts & Old Beach Rd, Kaikoura
LEONARD COHEN (CA)
Sat 14 Dec CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch Tue 17 Dec TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Wed 18 Dec TSB Bank Arena, Wellington Sat 21 Dec Vector Arena, Auckland
LUKE THOMPSON & AVALANCHE CITY
Thu 07 Nov Old Stone Butter Factory, Whangarei Fri 08 Nov Bacco Room, Auckland
LUMINATE 2015
Wed 28 Jan - Wed 04 Feb Golden Bay, Nelson
LYNYRD SKYNYRD, STARSHIP & 10CC
Sat 08 Feb The Amphitheatre, Taupo Sun 09 Feb Matakana Country Park, Matakana, Sat 15 Feb Gibbston Valley Winery, Queenstown
MATAKANAVAL 2014 Thu 02 Jan Matakana Country Park, Matakana
MELVINS (US)
Wed 04 Dec The Powerstation, Auckland
KORA & KATCHAFIRE
Fri 20 Dec Black Barn Vineyards, Napier Sat 21 Dec The Commercial Hotel, Whakatane Thu 26 Dec Waihi Beach Hotel, Waihi Fri 27 Dec Coroglen Tavern, Coroglen Mon 30 Dec Butlers Reef, New Plymouth/Oakura Thu 2 Jan Opononi Hotel, Opononi Fri 3 Jan Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai Sat 4 Jan Brewers Field, Mt Maunganui
THE MEMBERS (UK)
Thu 07 Nov Dux Live, Christchurch Fri 08 Nov Bodega, Wellington Sat 09 Nov The Kings Arms, Auckland
METZ (CA)
Thu 12 Dec Bodega, Wellington Fri 13 Dec The Kings Arms, Auckland
MICHAEL MCINTYRE (UK)
Mon 25 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland
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tours & events
Upcoming tours & events RAPTURE 2014: EMINEM, KENDRICK LAMAR, J.COLE
TASTE OF AUCKLAND 2013
RHYTHM & VINES 2013
TAYLOR SWIFT (US)
Sat 15 Feb Western Springs, Auckland
Sun 29 Dec - Tue 31 Dec Waiohika Estate Vineyard, Gisborne
Thu 14 Nov - Sun 17 Nov Victoria Park, Auckland
Fri 29 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Sat 30 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Sun 01 Dec Vector Arena, Auckland
RHYTHM & ALPS 2013 Mon 30 Dec - Tue 31 Dec Cardrona Valley, Wanaka
RIPPON FESTIVAL M.WARD (US)
Fri 08 Nov The Tuning Fork, Auckland Sat 09 Nov Bodega, Wellington
Mt Eden
Thu 26 Dec Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai Sat 28 Dec Coroglen Tavern, Coroglen Mon 30 Dec Station Village Complex, Lower Hutt Tue 31 Dec Riwaka Hotel, Riwaka Thu 02 Jan The Bedford Marquee, Christchurch Sun 05 Jan Waihi Hotel, Waihi
THE NATIONAL (US)
Tue 04 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland
NEUTRAL MILK HOTEL (US)
Wed 20 Nov Sammy’s, Dunedin Fri 22 Nov Parthenon, Wellington Sat 23 Nov The Kings Arms, Auckland Sun 24 Nov The Kings Arms, Auckland
NINE INCH NAILS & QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE (US) Wed 19 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland Sat 22 Mar CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch
Sat 01 Feb Rippon Vineyard, Wanaka
ROBERT ELLIS & CORY CHISEL (US)
Thu 14 Nov The Tuning Fork, Auckland
ROSIE O’DONNELL (US)
Fri 31 Jan Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Sat 01 Feb ASB Theatre, Auckland
RUDIMENTAL
Tue 04 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland Wed 05 Mar TSB Bank Arena, Wellington
RULES OF ADDICTION
TOMMY TIERNAN (IE)
Wed 06 Nov St James Theatre, Wellington Fri 08 Nov Aurora Centre, Christchurch
THE VODAFONE NEW ZEALAND MUSIC AWARDS
Thu 21 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland
Sat 07 Nov Kings Arms, Auckland Sun 08 Nov Axces, Hamilton Sat 28 Nov Bar Medusa, Wellington Sun 29 Nov The Cabana, Napier
SALMONELLA DUB
Sat 28 Dec Mapua Hall, Mapua Tue 31 Dec Pohara Hall, Takaka
SALT N PEPA (US)
OLLY MURS (UK)
SAL VALENTINE & THE BABYSHAKES
Thu 07 Nov ASB Theatre, Auckland
Fri 15 Nov The Kings Arms, Auckland Sat 16 Nov Bodega, Wellington
Wed 04 Dec Galatos, Auckland
NORTHERN BASS
Mon 30 Dec - Tue 31 Dec Worsfords Farm, Mangawhai
WAGONS (AU)
ROBERT DELONG (US)
Fri 15 Nov ASB Theatre, Auckland
Wed 06 Nov Venue TBC, Christchurch Sat 14 Dec The Leigh Sawmill, Leigh
ONE REPUBLIC (US)
Sat 16 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Sun 17 Nov TSB Bank Arena, Wellington
PARAMORE (US)
Sun 19 Jan Vector Arena, Auckland Tue 21 Jan CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch
PARACHUTE 2014
Fri 24 Jan - Sun 26 Jan Mystery Creek, Hamilton
PASSENGER (UK)
Thu 28 Nov Opera House, Wellington Fri 29 Nov The Powerstation, Auckland
SCANDINAVIA ADVENTURE Thu 07 Nov Town Hall. Auckland
PETER MURPHY
SERJ TANIKAN & NZSO
Sat 14 Dec Studio, Auckland Sun 15 Dec Bodega, Wellington
Sat 29 Mar CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch
RAGGAMUFFIN 2014
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Fri 31 Jan - Sat 01 Feb Rotorua International Stadium
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Call of Duty is a legitimate phenomenon; the series - which first appeared in 2003 - has been smashing records and setting near indomitable sales targets this entire console generation. It is, in other words, something of a big deal. It was with much interest, then, that I sat down with this year’s iteration: Call of Duty: Ghosts. Within the Call of Duty franchise, there exist other sub-brands, like Modern Warfare or Black Ops. Ghosts, if you’re unaware of it, is a brand new entry in the series, and stars a completely new cast of characters. The basic story is that, in the near future, oil runs dry, leading to the collapse of the world’s existing superpowers. The power vacuum that results is swiftly filled by an unexpected sector (a conglomerate of South American nations, essentially) and war is the result. On the brink of being wiped out, a band of American super-soldiers must fight back and save the day. This all plays out in the game’s singleplayer campaign, which is - as usual - largely forgettable. There are some great set pieces in here, though, with underwater fights, a great sequence on top of a crazy future-train, the ability to fly around in a helicopter (and drive a tank), as well as - believe it or not - levels set in space. It’s fun stuff. Where Call of Duty excels is in the multiplayer. Rather than attempt simulation, CoD has always been about delivering killer gameplay - even if that means reality takes a back seat. This is further underlined in Ghosts, with the addition of a number of new multiplayer modes - all of which are more “game” than “sim”. One of the recently revealed options is the all-new Extinction mode. Here, solo or with up to three others, you must traverse a destroyed town, placing drills on alien hives while defending said drill from waves of increasingly powerful aliens. Similar in some ways to the “Zombies” mode that appeared in the Black Ops games, you’ll need to work with your friends to survive; fortunately you can improve your skills and specialize in certain ways to improve the odds, and the options available
really do make a meaningful difference. Expect this one to be popular once the game is available. In more traditional multiplayer modes, there’s still plenty of innovation to keep the experience fresh and interesting. One of the best is “Search & Rescue”, in which players must alternate between attacking and defending key objectives - much like Search & Destroy in previous Call of Duty games. The twist here is that, like in “Kill Confirmed”, players drop dog-tag tokens on death. If you collect the token of a fallen teammate, they’ll respawn; collect an enemy’s token, and they’ll be forced to sit out the rest of the round. It’s a clever twist on the existing mechanics, and results in a much deeper gameplay experience than you might expect. “Grind” was another of the new modes that I really liked. Similar to a mod for Tribes 2 called “Flag Hunters”, you collect dog tags from fallen combatants but must “bank” them in a communal scoring zone for you to earn any points. This ensures that the action is hectic and focused, and significantly changes the feel from more traditional death match games. Dying when you’ve got a dozen tags, knowing that banking them would have put you in the lead, is intense. There’s also “Hunted” (you only have basic guns, but extras spawn in from time to time, creating a whole series of gameplay opportunities), “Blitz” (entering an opponent’s “goal” scores your team a point), and “Cranked” (you have to keep killing or you die), which helps keep the basic “run and gun” gameplay feeling fresh throughout. It didn’t look particularly “next gen” (whatever that means) for a PlayStation 4 title, but it sure was a hell of a lot of fun. If you like your Call of Duty, and don’t mind the single player not continuing in the innovative vein of Black Ops II, Ghosts is absolutely worthy of your time and attention when it releases this week. There’s even a $10 upgrade option, so you can buy it for your current console now, then get a cheap copy for your next-gen console later. Recommended. CALL OF DUTY: GHOSTS OUT NOW
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BATMAN: ARKHAM ORIGINS XBOX 360, PS3 Arkham Origins might be the third in the Arkham series (following on from 2011’s Arkham City), but it tells - as the title suggests - a tale from earlier in the caped crusader’s career, when Batman was first emerging from the bat-cave. Combat flows much as it did in previous games and gliding works the same as well; even Gotham itself is the same as it was in Arkham City. Of course, none of the buildings are run down, and the streets aren’t flooded, but that just makes it cooler. Previous players can come into the game knowing roughly their way around the map, or you can use the Batwing to fast-travel from one side to the other. Nasty villain E. Nigma (who’ll be known as the Riddler later, of course) is up to no good, and Black Mask - a sadistic mobster with a mask stuck to his face - has put out a bounty on Batman. Eight of the world’s best assassins have one night to kill the newly emerged hero and net themselves a lot of money. These eight are the bosses you’ll encounter, and their fights are much better than the ones from the previous game. Beyond the eight assassins, there are a number of supervillains up to no good in Gotham (at one point, Batman growls “why tonight?” when he learns of yet another new crime.) The Rogue’s gallery is much wider this time around, even with repeats like (a much younger looking) Killer Croc and Penguin. You can also play as Deathstroke, if only in the challenge maps.
BATTLEFIELD 4 PS4, XBOX 360, XBOX ONE, PC, PS3 I had Grizz dead in my sights, poised with a steady M98B. I was about to place some sugar on the trigger when... I get knifed in the back by NobodyEpicinBed. I watch as he then gets run over by a tank during his celebratory ‘leaping dance’. Meanwhile, a heli flies overhead and rains down death on a nearby building, which crumbles into dust, producing a triple kill from those caught unaware inside. Off in the distance, I see a guy parachuting out of a jet, firing an RPG at a rival vehicle on the ground. He nails it and lands effortless next to its burning wreckage... Fans of the Battlefield franchise will know there are countless epic moments like this to be had online. And EA’s latest Battlefield 4 extends this to a whole new, chaotic level that is guaranteed to impress now that it’s finally available. There are a number of factors that make Battlefield one of the best online shooters on the market. While the action is intense, the game also grounds itself with an immersive level of realism that encapsulates the true horror (and adrenaline surge) of being in the middle of a chaotic war-zone. The much touted “levolution” (a dynamic, destructive physics engine) is in full effect, and it creates a whole new gaming experience with every session.
Of course, there are differences too. Batman is angrier. A younger Batman, he’s naturally more hotheaded and determined to make a mark. He wants to run out and meet the assassins head on, ignoring the pleas of Alfred (as usual.)
With levolution, anyone playing can drastically alter the environment via a number of ways, such as triggering explosions or turning on switches. For example you could bring down a wall that then opens up new areas of play while restricting others, or block roads with rubble and prevent vehicles from accessing certain areas. Or nullify the effectiveness of vehicles altogether. The extent of this real-time destruction is massive - we saw entire cities being flooded (removing the threat of tanks and causing those on foot to seek higher ground) and huge buildings collapsing onto unwitting combatants below.
There’s a bunch of cool new gadgets that will take veteran players a while to master, but you’ll soon be attaching bad guys to explosives and being the lethal unseen predator we all know and love. It’s got a lot to live up to, and it gets close to delivering on that lofty ambition. While the lack of “creepy weirdness” the earlier games had harms it, it’s still well worth a play.
Battlefield is a multiplayer game at heart. It excels in human-on-human warfare and this latest title perfects the formula. The game also includes a relatively decent single player campaign, which clocks in at around five hours and offers a number of memorable set-pieces along the way, but most will buy it for the multiplayer and they’ll be getting a hell of a deal. Recommended.
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EA ENDS RELATIONSHIP WITH TIGER WOODS
EA have released details about what’s next in their long-running series of golf games, including the news that it won’t be called Tiger Woods PGA Tour XX. In fact, it won’t include the Tiger Woods name at all, as the company and the embattled golf champion have parted company. “EA SPORTS and Tiger Woods have made a mutual decision to end our partnership,” the company explained, “which includes Tiger’s named PGA TOUR golf game. We’ve always been big fans of Tiger and we wish him continued success in all his future endeavors.” That doesn’t mean the end for the series, however - something else the company was keen to stress. “Moving forward,” EA explained, “we will continue to work with the PGA TOUR exclusively to create groundbreaking golfing titles and our partnership remains strong.” Tiger Woods has been associated with EA Sports’ golfing franchise since Tiger Woods PGA Tour 99, which released in 1998. EA promise to reveal more information about the next game in the series soon.
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BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB This November sees the return of one of the hippest, dark rock outfits to come out of LA. Originally formed in ‘98 as The Elements, bassist Robert Levin Been and guitarist Peter Hayes (previously of the Brian Jonestown Massacre) envisaged a darkly fuzzed-up, blissed out mess of a pop outfit when they created Black Rebel Motorcycle Club in their dying days of high school. The band name comes from Marlon Brando’s gang in 1953’s The Wild One – rival gang, The Beetles, was already taken. With drummer Nick Jago completing the trio they set about creating what Hayes now calls two “nasty hard rock albums (referring to B.R.M.C and Take Them On, On Your Own.) We were heavily influenced by Led Zep back then.” Talking to him on the phone at his LA home, Hayes sounds relaxed, possibly too relaxed. I ask him about the early days of the band, tentatively skirt around Been’s family tragedy and enquire politely about the band’s contribution to Dave Grohl’s Sound City soundtrack. “Early influences,” he yawns, “Well maybe The Verve, Sonic Youth, a bit of Dinosaur Jr, The Jesus and Mary Chain”. Still he’s quick to dismiss all that, reminding me that they also ‘stole’ sounds from ‘bits’ of psychedelic rock, space rock and noise pop. The whole conversation is a bit of a tangent. I’d noted from the rap sheet that the band had taken the opportunity to record on Dave Grohl’s recently acquired Neve 8028 mixing desk as part of his Sound City movie project. “We recorded our first album there, on that board (in 2001). Recording this time was like shaking hands with a ghost. Sure it’s a magic thing. I’m sure there were a lot of famous recordings made there (everything from Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours to Nirvana’s Nevermind). But there’s plenty of bands you never heard of that’ve been through there, too, don’t forget… The recording of (Grohl’s soundtrack opener) ‘Heaven and All’ (which included Been, Hayes and Grohl on drums) was particularly memorable; like picking up an old guitar because the desk, it becomes a fixed instrument in the studio, and it has this ability to create exactly all the colours you need, bright, dark or nothing at all.” Colours, they’ve varied over this bands career. In 2003 a concert in Leeds
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was cancelled due to dodgy flooring, earning them the rep as the “band that broke the floor.” But the band really did break after the release of Howl, when Hayes walked out of 2004’s V festival refusing to sign an inflatable penis, and then feuding with drummer Nick Jago, who quit in the early stages of recording. Jago returned during the sessions for Baby 81 (2007) in which the band consolidated their current blues/folk angst rock sound. Yet by 2009 Jago was out again, being replaced by Ravonette’s drummer Leah Shapiro when on tour. The band claimed Jago was never really fired. Still they themselves were unemployed, enduring record company changes and chose to release their all instrumental work The Effects of 333 independently as a digital download. Notoriety was gained when ‘Done All Wrong’ from their next release appeared on the New Moon soundtrack, the first of many contributions to the motion picture industry, which has included tracks in Batman: Arkham City (‘Shadow on the Run’) and Need for Speed (‘Beat the Devil’s Tattoo’) plus plenty of TV projects. Tragedy struck, too when in Belgium whilst touring 2010’s Beat The Devil’s Tattoo, Been’s father and long term sound engineer suffered a fatal heart attack. The eventual album Spector at the Feast, released in January 2013 is “a mass wall of cathartic sound. Playing music is always a kind of therapy. When at its best, it’s a kind of medicine. At least I want to believe it. And there we were - back at the doctor’s,” quips Hayes referring to their extended visit to Grohl’s Studio 606, the new home of the aforementioned Neve board and the location for much of the new album. A return, of sorts and a completion in the circle-of-life. “Speaking of which,” Hayes pipes up, snapping me out of my ponderings, “You guys owe us a meal on the beach. The last time we were in Auckland I heard a rumour that the record company were thinking of taking us down to the water for a BBQ. Apparently, that’s what they do when artists are touring but someone said ‘No, those guys are too dark and moody. They wouldn’t like that!’ Well, when I’m down there I want my brew on the sand. Yeah?” TIM GRUAR SEE THEM LIVE: BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB
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