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Due to ill health of one of The Darkness band members, the upcoming NZ concert featuring The Darkness and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts has now been cancelled. As some of you maybe aware, Ed has had some prior history with hip problems, which resulted in extensive surgery a few years ago... and has been advised to undergo some rest & tests before potentially taking a backwards step and making matters worse.

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Last week Foals announced their return to New Zealand in October off the back of their new album Holy Fire, which was released in February. With their reputation for ferocious and savage live shows, as many of us witnessed at their performance at Laneway Festival 2011, demand for tickets will be high. Check out the bands newest video Late Night directed by Nabil Elderkin. Its pretty fully on to, say the least
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Colin Trevorrow will direct the next installment of theJurassic Park franchise. Trevorrow made his feature film directorial debut with last years Safety Not Guaranteed. Steven Spielberg is executive producing Jurassic Park 4, which is set for release in 3-D in 2014. The script was written by Rise of the Planet of the Apes screenwriters Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver. The films have grossed US$1.9 billion at the box office worldwide since the first film was released in 1993.
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Rihannais bringing her Diamonds World Tour to New Zealand this spring. Live Nation confirmed that the tour, which kicks off in North America this week, is set to dazzle fans down under with concertsconfirmed in Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney before touching down in Auckland.The starlet last set foot in NZ in 2008 when she toured with her off and (unfortunately) on again boyfriend Chris Brown.
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Major Lazer are set out to Free The Universe. A new album featuring singles Jah No Partial, Watch Out For This (Bumaye) and Get Free (feat. Amber Coffman) is set to hit in April. As the sole executive producer of Major Lazer, Diplo continues to spearhead the current dancehall revival movement with the upcoming release Free The Universe. The recording includes collaborations with Bruno Mars, Tyga, Flux Pavillion, Wynter Gordon, Shaggy, Wyclef, Ezra Koening from Vampire Weekend, Dev and more.
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Shapeshifter have announced the release date of their 5thstudio album,Delta, to be released in May. Deltawas recorded in Berlin, Woodhill and Wellington. Itfeatures the songs Monarch, Diamond Trade plus the new single Gravity, which will be released on Fri 22 Mar.Across their career they have made genre-defining appearances at Glastonbury, The Big Chill, Big Day Out, Parklife plus sold-out performances across Europe. No doubt there will be more of this ahead.
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The Independent UK has reported that after two decades the stars behind British film Trainspotting are set to return for a sequel, as the characters face a mid-life crisis. Rumours of a sequel have circulated since Irvine Welsh, the writer of the original Trainspotting novel, wrote a follow up, Porno, in 2002. Director Danny Boyle said a script is in progress, and the plan is to release the film in 2016, on the 20th anniversary of the original. This has been a long time coming, Boyle told Canadian film website The Playlist. Theres always been this long term plan for Trainspotting 2. He believes that the entire cast could be reassembled including the originals star Ewan McGregor. I dont think there will be any barriers to Ewan or any of the cast coming back, the director said.

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PLAYING WELLINGTOn Jazz Festival FAVourites

In the coming days of winter, hundreds of musicians will be turning up the heat in the capitals Cuba Quarter at the Wellington Jazz Festival, Thu 06 Jun - Sat 08 Jun.

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This years acts include internationals, homegrown supergroups, chilled afternoon sessions and riotous late-night jams.

Kicking things off Chucho Valds opens the Festival on the Thursday with his Afro-Cuban Messengers. Mississippi-born jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson performs on the Friday backed by a sextet featuring some of todays finest U.S. musicians. Also on Friday night is the Wellington Jazz Festival party, The Opera House Session, promises a night of back-to-back jazz with Estre and the Shogun Orchestra a super group that features members of The Yoots, Fat Freddys Drop, The Black Seeds and Lord Echo. On Saturday, the Opera House plays host to more jazz - including the sounds of Rodger Foxs Wellington Jazz Orchestra with special guest vocalists Glenn Walter (USA) and Erna Ferry (NZ). Signing off the Opera House line-up, Kiwi jazz and soul diva Iva Lamkum appears on a late night double-bill with Venezuelan singer Jennifer Zea. Elsewhere in the Cuba Quarter, Mighty Mighty turns New Orleans juke joint for the Roseneath Centennial Ragtime Band. From Jerusalem, the Omri Mor Trios Mighty Mighty set AndalouJazz blends contemporary jazz improvisation with traditional North African Andalusian music. Rae All Star Collective and much more. At street level there will be free music and fun with the New Zealand School of Music. There are jazz film classics screening at the Light House Cinema; jazz cabaret at Bats Theatre; Afro-Cuban Bandits at Havana Bar; a roomfulla blues at Hotel Bristol; The Boptet at Lido; jazz for dinner at Daddy Os; two trios at Southern Cross and even a Soul for Survivors service at St Peters Church on the Sunday morning after. Plus festival-goers can show off their vintage style at the Friday Night Dress Up at any WJF venue across the city. Many other restaurants and bars will be getting in the mix with intimate gigs and impromptu jams as well as fortifying Festival-goers with an espresso pick-me-up or relaxing glass of Pinot Noir.
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Favourite drink? Beer. Favourite restaurant/caf? Ciao Bella Italian (Russell Square, London). Favourite takeaway? Noodle Canteen. Favourite colour? Blue. Favourite classic film? Bedknobs and Broomsticks. Favourite childhood memory? Breaking my foot. Favourite party food? Sausage rolls. Favourite vice? Beer. Favourite song? Fields of Gold Eva Cassidy. Favourite meal? Pollo valdostana at Ciao Bella Favourite cause? Compassion. Favourite 90s TV show? Baywatch. Favourite word? Bunkem! Favourite album? Frank Sinatra and Hollywood String Quartet Close To You. Favourite venue? Musikverein, Vienna. Favourite lyric? Rows and flows of angel hair and ice-cream castles in mid-air. Favourite candy bar? Twirl (UK version). Favourite current TV show? 24.
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Matterhorn Late Nights is where you can while away the wee hours with free after dark sessions every night of the Festival, including appearances from Lisa Tomlins and Vanessa Stacey. Meow is planning a jazz marathon with music all day, every day featuring The Trio, Adam Page with a tribute to tenor sax legend Sonny Rollins, the John

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7PM, $70, TICKETEK.CO.NZ

JOAN ARMATRADING
MICHAEL FOWLER CENTRE
7PM, $88, TICKETEK.CO.NZ

Aussie rocker Paul Kelly has added three new concert dates to his New Zealand tour this March. The multiaward-winning, critically revered songwriter will make his way through his long-standing catalogue of 19 studio albums accompanied by his nephew Dan Kelly (also on guitar) and supported by Lydia Cole.

With a recording career spanning 40 years, Joan Armatrading has been a formidable force in the industry. The first UK female singer songwriter to have international success, she possesses an entirely unique sound that ranges from jazz to true soul to sophisticated pop and reggae, which is all tied together and driven by her passionate guitar.

TAHUNA BREAKS
FREEMAN & GREY
7PM

TONY JOE WHITE

TSB SHOWPLACE, NEW PLYMOUTH
7.30PM, $65, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

Sad to say it, but summer is drawing to an end, so its time to serenade the season with Tahuna Breaks. Their third album Shadow Light is a result of two years and hundreds of hours experimenting and perfecting a dance-orientated funk-soul sound. Get your groove on to their future hits and classic beats.

Born one of seven children, the US singer has never been one for convention. His breakthrough single Polk Salad Annie introduced the world to his brand of swampy country soul and became a world-wide hit. The last few years have seen a critical re-evaluation of his work, accompanied by his album of duets with country superstars.

THU 21 MAR
FRED WESLEY
THE POWERSTATION
8PM, $68, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

FRI 22 MAR
MICK HARVEY
THE KINGS ARMS
8PM, $25, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

Not to be confused with the ginger character from Harry Potter, this US jazz icon best known for his work with James Brown is sure to stun you with his larger than life talent. The trombone player has never made playing a brass instrument look so sexy and if he wasnt near 70, he might be my type.

Multi-instrumentalist Mick Harvey is bringing his tried and tested live trio (Mick, Rosie Westbrook, JP Shiloh) to our shores with the sole purpose of shaking out some demons from his latest work Sketches From The Book Of The Dead they are promising surprises so keep an eye on his sleeves, long or short!

NEIL YOUNG
VECTOR ARENA
7PM, $112-164, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

DHDFDS
WHAMMY BAR
10PM, $10, DOOR SALES ONLY

Neil Young and Crazy Horse comprised of Billy Talbot, Ralph Molina and Frank Poncho Sampedro is packed full of older but wiser talent. The shows promise to showcase both new material from their recently released album Psychedelic Pill and the classics.

For those of you who havent been introduced before, the DHDFDs(rumored to mean Dont Have Dogs For Dinner) are a four-pieceNew Zealandgarage punk band, who formed in Point Chevalier. Their live shows have drawn acclaim and controversy with anarchy and chaos in their performances, in true punk style.

BLACK SUN EMPIRE

BACCO ROOM auckland hamilton
8PM, $15-25, ITICKET.CO.NZ

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Back with their finest fueled dance-floor drum & bass, Black Sun Empire will blow the lid off Bacco Room. Since emerging in 2000, theyve continued to develop their own unique style of phat beats and bass, releasing numerous singles and four full-length LPs, establishing themselves as leaders in the field.

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SAT 23 MAR
TUBORG SOUNDS ON
THE OVAL

ALBUM OF THE WEEK

JIMI HENDRIX
PEOPLE, HELL AND ANGELS

Thank you Tuborg, you delicious beer, for bringing the best sounds of the season all in one place for a last hurrah of summer. No doubt the weather will turn on the charm for the line-up, which includes The Black Seeds, Home Brew, Katchafire, David Dallas, TrinityRoots, AHoriBuzz, Tahuna Breaks, Tiki Taane and more.

VILLAiNY
REFUEL
8PM, $25, NZTIX.CO.NZ

Villainy launch into 2013 with an eight-date nationwide tour joined on all shows by special guests Rival State. Villanys album Mode. Set. Clear launched with a bang last year, debuting at number one on the New Zealand Top 40 and spawned three massive radio hits. Its been a good year and 2013 is set to be even bigger.

MON 25 MAR
COUNTING CROWS
CIVIC THEATRE
7PM, $100-134, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

Its been 33 years since his death, but the grave cant stop Jimi from releasing yet another studio album. People, Hell And Angels holds twelve... um... sorta new tracks. New in the sense that this is the first time these versions of the songs have been released. However, there are other cuts of said tracks already out there in the muso-sphere. Theres nothing revelatory on the album, but you do get an idea of what Jimis direction might have been had he survived past that magical age of 27. What you really get here is stone-cold confirmation (Not that its necessary) of James Marshall Hendrixs almost meta-human ability to play guitar. Its beyond amazing what he could do with a Fender in his hands. It was - in the old-testament sense of the word RIGHTEOUS. You also get a taste of Jimi and his fellow, band of Gypsys ability to turn a freewheelin jam into something significant. Its a beautiful thing to hear Jimi, plus his band compadres, Billy Cox (Bass) and Buddy Miles (Drums), work their mojo in Hendrixs own Electric Lady Studios (Along with others). Theres a supremely fluid feel to what they laid down during these sessions, which occurred following the release of the iconic Electric Ladyland. Opener, Let Me Move You sets the tone: with guitar, bass, drums, sax (From Lonnie Youngblood, the Prince Of Harlem) mixing a molotov cocktail

of fiesty rock music and casually lobbing it through the window of your ears. And naturally, the blues vibe is strong across the whole album. Jimi rips into Bleeding Heart like a wolf into a slab of meat, cranking up the bluesy growl and sounding like hes having an absolute blast while doing it. Hear My Train A Comin is more of the same, with some surgeon-like solo-work from Hendrix, tempered by the cool playing of both Cox and Miles. Okay, so the album itself can feel disjointed and bitsy thanks to the pulled together and unfinished nature of whats on show. But thats just the way the cheese grates, and its hard not to feel the sense of fun here, not to mention talent, highlighted by some spot-on production and a glorious lack of overdubs. This isnt the definitive Hendrix but thats okay, weve got tons of that already. This is like sitting in the room with him and hearing a casual session first-hand.
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Multi-platinum band Counting Crows are responsible for a host of pub classic hits which cover bands and drunk women will scream and shout for years to come. Formed in 1991 from the San Francisco Bay area, they burst into life with their 1993, seven-times platinum classic debut album August and Everything After.

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6PM

Join like-minded individuals with refined tastes in high-quality old-school music. This is a vinyl appreciation society! Join the whole team Owen Harris, Oscar Willem, Harness Tofu as you too share an understanding of why vinyl is superior to digital. Its like a fine wine that gets better with time.

TUE 26 MAR
THE JACKSONS
VECTOR ARENA
7PM, $89, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Tito Jackson are thrilled to be returning to Australasia after nearly 30 years to pay tribute to their late brother Michael. Beloved by millions of fans, the Jacksons first achieved international superstardom in the 1960s, the first group ever to have four singles hit #1 on the Billboard Charts.

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WED 20 MAR
SUMMER ZOO LATES
AUCKLAND ZOO

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The best TV show around at the moment is Community, hands down. Or The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Yep. Not even kidding. The best place for a date night is Newmarket tenpin bowling! They do pool, arcade games, and bottles of wine too. Basically the ideal setting for a proposal. Youd get arrested if the police knew that you They already know me. People say you look like A ginger. I say redhead. Five celebs on your f**klist? Hmm Chris Carrabba from Dashboard Confessional, Chris Evans, Bradley Cooper, James Franco, and Josh Duhamel. And Jared Leto. Wait and the boys from Enter Shikari. Not a fair question... Kittens or puppies? Full grown bad ass dogs! What generic current affair has your blood boiled? The fact that even 44 voted against legalising gay marriage. BUT to the other 77 voters, thank you! Its about time.
SEE HER PERFORM: NEW ZEALAND OPERA MADAME BUTTERFLY THU 18 APR - SUN 28 APR ASB THEATRE, AUCKLAND SAT 11 MAY - SAT 18 MAY ST JAMES THEATRE, WELLINGTON NZOPERA.COM

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Cant get to the Zoo during the day? Weekends always too busy? What better way to unwind after work than catching up with your favourite animals. Auckland Zoo is staying open until late most Wednesdays throughout February and March. The caf is open later and many of the night dwellers will be up and active.

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HIBISCUS COAST COMMUNITY HOUSE
Whos in the dead supergroup for your dream hologram show? MJ! Not a supergroup but a superman. Whats an upcoming film youre jazzed about? Iron Man 3! It will probably be terrible, but I love Robert Downey Jr. Where can your stalkers find you during the weekend? Either rehearsing for Madame Butterfly or drinking away my sorrows at various locations with friends. What happens when you mix Coca Cola with Pepsi? You get sent to the fiery pits of hell, because Coca Cola is a far superior drink (plus my sister works for Coke so I get paid to say that). Your fantasy spirit animal is Ah Lets go with a Mistborn?
3.45PM, $25

Mcleay Workshops have been teaching cartoon skills for over 15 years. The techniques have been delicately refined to incorporate aspects of animation and game art design into the curriculum by founder and Chief Project Designer Rob Mcleay. They will train you up so you can draw like never before in a fun environment.

FRI 22 MAR
I WANT TO BREAK FREE
THE FRINGE BAR
8PM, $25, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ

Not quite a Freddie Mercury anthem and its not a documentary in prison but it does have poles. The Pole Room presents its first show of 2013, an evening featuring top dancers from around New Zealand dancing to the awesome sounds of the 1980s. Expect big hair, tiny costumes and flashy pole moves!

SAT 23 MAR
THE NZ BEER FESTIVAL
THE CLOUD
12.30-9.30PM, $49, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ

BABEL (WORDS)
CIVIC THEATRE
8PM, $45-87, THE-EDGE.CO.NZ

This is an infinitely beautiful dance-theatre masterpiece that was created by two of Europes hottest dancer / choreographers, Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and Damien Jalet. It has swept the world with huge acclaim and after a sell-out season in the 2012 Sydney Festival it is coming to Auckland Arts Festival. Its totally immersive and full of rich layers.

More craft beers than you can fill your glass with, more New Zealand acts than you can count including Sola Rosa, Dane Rumble and Peter Urlich and (hopefully) more people mimicking Oktoberfest than the police can arrest. No, but seriously, its an event out in the Cloud, with man boutique and craft beers to sample and fill your cup all day with.

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Watch fashion come to life in true Newmarket style. Osborne Street is transformed into an urban catwalk where youll see models showcase the upcoming winter collections from over 30 retailers in the area, including top Kiwi designers. Among the models, watch the 15 finalists of the Next Face of Newmarket for 2013/14.

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WED 20 MAR
PRIME, 9.30PM

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FILM OF THE WEEK

FREDDIE MERCURY -THE GREAT PRETENDER THE RED HOUSE

He was the voice behind one of the most influential rock bands of all time. Freddie Mercury was a character his flamboyant public persona a far cry from the private struggle he was dealing with. This doco uses extensive archive footage of interviews concerts, video shoots and personal material.

THU 21 MAR
JACK THE GIANT SLAYER
GENERAL RELEASE
Alyx Duncans gracefully assured debut featureThe Red Houseis not just one of the best films about cross-cultural romances Ive seen in a while, its also one of the most deeply romantic period. Casting her real-life 60-something parents, Lee Stuart and Meng Jia, at the centre of this fictionalised story, Duncan captures an unspoken closeness between two people that cannot be manufactured through performance.Theres something pure and human about their unaffected presence that allows us to understand or more so, feel their bond, and see how theyve been able to overcome social barriers such as language and culture over the years. The sliver of a narrative Jia returning to China to care for her ailing parents, while Lee, an environmental activist, joins her later is expounded

directed by ALYX DUNCAN Starring LEE STUART, MENG JIA

In a time where fairytales are fodder to be used, reused and remade over and over again, this latest release focuses on Jack and the Beanstalk. Kid actor-turnedstar Nicholas Hoult leads an all-star cast through this updated flick thats filled with romance, giants, some PG-rated fight scenes and even a bit of comedy.

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RIALTO CHANNEL, 8.30PM

with hushed intimacy as the pair, often in voiceover, ruminate on their relationship.Shot over a period of three years, the exquisite cinematography credited to four different people, including Duncan herself impresses in its unity of vision. From the comforting, tuckedaway idyll of their home in the Hauraki Gulf to the hypnotic, Edward Burtynsky-esque otherworldliness of noisy industrial development in China, Duncan demonstrates a seasoned documentarians eye for place and detail. Modest, meditative and rewarding in a way that Kiwi films rarely are, The Red Housepulls the viewer into a world where love and landscape collide in a constant state of flux, negotiation and mystery.
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This doco is a candid portrayal of the war in Afghanistan and its effect on one soldier. During the summer of 2009, Harris and his platoon were in Helmand Province, but after he sustained a severe injury to his hip, director Danfung Dennis decided to document his recovery back home in North Carolina.

FRI 22 MAR
THE NEW NORMAL
TV3, 8PM

TUE 26 MAR
PRIME FLICKS: SUPERMAN III
PRIME. 8.30PM

Glee creator Ryan Murphy brings his latest unconventional family comedy to our screens. Girls Andrew Rannells and The Hangovers Justin Bartha star as Bryan and David, a successful Los Angeles gay couple who have it all except the one thing theyre missing a baby.

Original Superman Christopher Reeve reprises his iconic role once again. Wealthy businessman Ross Webster discovers the hidden talents of Gus Gorman, a mischievous computer genius, and decides to abuse his talents. When the man of steel interferes, something must be done. Cue the heroic music.

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TV3, 7:30pm

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Ferris Bueller gets a taste of the Modern Family life when Matthew Broderick guest stars as a neurotic new friend of Phils (Ty Burrell) this week. The ever clueless Phil makes a new friend at the gym, but giving off the wrong vibes, Brodericks character isnt sure if his new pal wants to be buddies or boyfriends.

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14 CHILDERS RD, GISBORNE

Ruba is Gizzys most stylish daytime stop, offering substantial breakfasts, sandwiches to order (on homemade bread) and adventurous lunches. Its right by the beach so you have a view to die for and when youre full (waiting 30 minutes after eating, of course) you can hit the waves.

BRUNCH N LUNCH
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437 BEACH RD, MAIRANGI BAY

Sandwiched between adjoining student streets and located in the heart of Studentville, this little tuck shop-style eatery has all the pies and chips you can stuff your face with. Grab a mid-afternoon study snack or even an early morning V.

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The shore is where its at for beautiful beaches, so seize the day and hold on to the last of the summer months at Paper Moon in Mairangi Bay. Enjoy a breakfast of pancakes of eggs benedict as the light comes across the water, stop in for a bit to eat for lunch or watch the sun go down over a full three-course meal. You could even be grabbing a quick takeaway coffee from their little deli or relaxing with a chilled glass of wine. Either way, you will be treated with the same high standard friendly service no matter what the occasion.

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MOOCHOWCHOW

DE POST 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.

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

VERONA

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

169 KRd, 307-0508 Celebrating 20 years on KRd. Open 10am till late seven days with intimate booths, live music, gourmet food, cocktails & organic tap beer.

PINXTOS

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

THE WINDSOR CASTLE

LIBERTINE

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

ORVIETO CAFE

BIG JS

935A Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden

144 Parnell Rd, 356-3650 Established in 1847, one of Aucklands earliest surviving hotels serving gastro pub food in a comfortable, unpretentious environment.

1 Melton Road - Mt Wellington, 5790340 Gourmet Burgers are Jasons speciality take home heat and eat meals, plus a huge range of cabinet food, everything cooked to serve.

Malt Bar

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

SALE ST

QUAY STREET CAFE

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

BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB

MEXICO

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

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

Sals Pizza

130 Quay Street, Britomart, 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.

277 Broadway, Newmarket, 524 7257 Legendary pizza makers secret family recipe and are proud to serve you authentic NY Pizza.

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CHRISTCHURCH gig guide
Wed 20
Dr Sanchez
8:30pm, The Monday Room

SHIT WORTH DOING

Ministry Of Sounds Sessionz Nz Tour - Christchurch Ollie

That Ruse Kid

8pm, Ciburb Bar

Seth Hamilton The Get Down

9pm, CBD Bar

7:30pm, UCSA Foundry Bar, $20 6pm, Astro Lounge

Villainy & Rival State - Mode.Set.Clear Tour

The Bedford CPSA

Smooth Talk

Kate Anastasiou

7:30pm, The Woolston Club

6:30pm, The Brick Works

Thu 21
Assembly Required
8pm, Ciburb Bar

Fri 22
Beach Breaks with djDmand
8:30pm, Pierside Cafe

Sat 23
1 Drop Nation
8pm, Dux Live

The Atarmies

9:30pm, Pierside Cafe

The Sign of the Firebird

9pm, Becks Alehouse

Dr Sanchez

Chris Prowse - The Shiner Tour

8:30pm, Wunderbar, $10

Black Velvet Band

10pm, Pegasus Arms

6:30pm, Astro Lounge

DJ Vanderfield
8pm, Ciburb Bar

Sun 24
Kate Anastasiou
2:30pm, Elevate

DJ Nacoa & Sanchez

9pm, The Monday Room

DJ Nacoa

9pm, The Monday Room

Delicious Thursdays - Supafly

9pm, CBD Bar

Kate Anastasiou
5pm, Astro Lounge

Freddy Fudd Pucker - NZ Tour

9pm, Darkroom

Mandi Miller
4pm, Astro Lounge 4pm, Ciburb Bar

Mike T

Gramatic with support from Ruse Kid

8pm, Dux Live, $20

9pm, CBD Bar

Greg Churchill & Martin Jay house

The Monday Room

Scratch n Sniff

Mountaineater
9pm, Wunderbar 8pm, Dux Live

Mike T

11pm, Revival Bar

Supervillains

Hardlove presents the king of Hard House Andy Farley (uk)

10pm, Winnies Ferrymead

Mon 25
Craic Sessions
7pm, Pegasus Arms

REGIONAL gig guide

Wed 20
Festival Club: The Bads, Tahu & The Takahes, Nick Knox
Queens, Dunedin

Fri 22
8 Foot Sativa & Guests
The Cabana, Napier

Distant City & BIKK

Taste Merchants, Dunedin

Taihape Musicians Club, Taihape

Gramatik

Bernie Griffin Everything So Far Tour

Mihi Cafe, Reporoa

Urbantramper The Tomorrow We Leave Here Tour

Space Monster, Wanganui

Tony Joe White w/ Simone Felice Tunes of I

Clarence St Theatre, Hamilton YOT Club, Raglan

Bennu Restaurant, Dunedin

Paul Kelly

Knox Church, Dunedin

Festival Club: Upper Hutt Posse, Ridge Jaggers & Gavin Dama
Queens, Dunedin

Sat 23
8 Foot Sativa & Guests
The Royal, Palmerston North

Urbantramper w/ Irie Exit

The Mayfair, New Plymouth

Tony Joe White

TSB Theatre - TSB Showplace, New Plymouth

Thu 21
Bernie Griffin Everything So Far Tour
The Cabana, Napier

God Bows To Math, Threat.Meet.Protocol, Deathbeam & FADOHT

Krazy Jacks Bar, Tauranga

Bond St Bridge Explorers Club Tour Festival Club: Manthyng, Sexy Animals
Queens, Dunedin

Villainy & Rival State - Mode.Set.Clear Tour

ReFuel Bar, Dunedin

Dharma Burns Club, Blenheim

Sun 24
Concert In The Square
The Square, Palmerston North

The Stomach, Palmerston North

So So Modern

The DeSotos

Erin - Rhythm & Soul Summer Tour

Roots Bar, Golden Bay

The Bent Horseshoe Cafe, Tokomaru

Greg Johnsons Table For Six

Black Barn Vineyard, Havelock North

Nairobi Trio & The Dixieland Gypsy Band

Pohangina Valley Estate, Pohangina

Festival Club: Bond Street Bridge, Estere

Queens, Dunedin

Tony Joe White w/ Simone Felice

Hawkes Bay Opera House, Hastings

So So Modern The DeSotos

Space Monster, Wanganui

Toy Destruction, A

Tami Neilson, Delaney Davidson & Marlon Williams - Grand Ole

The Grainstore Gallery, Oamaru

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Wellington gig guide

Wed 20
Big River Chain
9:30pm, Mighty Mighty

Mick Harvey

8pm, Mighty Mighty, $25

Mikki Dee DJing

6pm, Foxtail

The Crypt Sessions: Final Night

7pm, The Crypt

Joan Armatrading & The Taj Mahal Trio

Michael Fowler Centre

Mangle and Gruff + Tender Moonlight + Warwick and the Wankers

9pm, Puppies, $10

Mara and the Bushkas To the Sea sessions Aotearoa tour

10pm, Matterhorn

The New Brides

8pm, Fast Eddies Pool Hall

THE jam

Tony Joe White NZ Tour w/ Simone Felice

7:30pm, St James Theatre, $66.50

MP Kentucky Bluegrass Allstars

9pm, Meow

Suren Unka + Nat Wlkr + Bono + Riki Gooch

8pm, Puppies, $10

8pm, Meow

The Mighty Mighty Quiz

Mighty Mighty

Yes! A Mini Festival - Dizz 1 (AUS) + Nat Walker & guests

8pm, The Hunter Lounge

Outlawed Rock w/ Funkacybin & Red Sky Blues

Bodega

Sun 24
Big Band Night
8pm, Meow

Throw the Carnies to the Waves

8:30pm, San Francisco Bath House

Fri 22
Black Sun Empire - From The Shadows Tour
Sandwiches

Sat 23
Black City Lights & Estere Counting Crows
Michael Fowler Centre 10:30pm, Mighty Mighty, $10

Nairobi Trio and The Dixeland Gipsy Band

8pm, Wellington Bluegrass Society, $25

Yes! A Mini Festival Loui the ZU, The WYLD w/ The Shocking and Stunning & Neon Sleep DJs
8pm, The Hunter Lounge

Nigel Parry
The Malthouse

Chopped, Screwed & Funky

9pm, Bettys

Darren Watsons Underground Blues Band

10pm, Hashigozake 8pm, San Francisco Bath House, $12

Paul Kelly
Old St Pauls

Sunday Jazz Club

Public Bar & Eatery

Thu 21
2 For 1 Thursdays
9pm, Bettys

Dam G

6pm, Foxglove

Festa Brasil 2 Kick Club with DJ Speedy & Guests

10pm, Bettys

The Boptet
8pm, Meow

Freddy Fudd Pucker ~ NZ Tour

8pm, Puppies, $10

7:30pm, The Lido

The Troubles

DJs Micah, B-Lo, Gus & Kev Fresh Don Franks

Daddy Os

Bettys Function House & Bar

Gramatik (USA) Live w/ K-Lab Jesse Rivest & The Rec Devs
Daddy Os

8pm, The Hunter Lounge, $30

Longboss

Tue 26
Latin Club
8:30pm, Meow

10pm, Matterhorn

The DeSotos at Hotel Bristol

8pm, Hotel Bristol

Louis Baker, Bodega

9pm, Bodega, $20

Kitten Tank & Hoopla!

10:30pm, Mighty Mighty, $5

Samu

8pm, Foxglove

auckland gig guide

Wed 20
Art & Music
6pm, Racket Bar

Josh Leys

7:30pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Carnage

9pm, Coherent

The Wax Works: T-Rice & DJ Hudge The Get Down ft Hipstamatics
7pm, Empire Tavern

Myele Manzanza Trio

8pm, 1885, $10

DJ Alex Richards DJ Bomber & Mel

Ding Dong Lounge

5pm, Britomart Country Club

9pm, Hurstmere Brew Bar

Carnage

9pm, Coherent

Radioglo, Luke Hurley with the K.Js

8pm, The Kings Arms, $5

Conch Records at BCC

5pm, Britomart Country Club

DJ Dave and Friends

8pm, Red Hummingbird

Neil Young
Vector Arena

Creative Jazz Club

8pm, 1885 Basement, $10

The Circling Sun plus DJ Nathan Haines

9pm, Ponsonby Social Club

DJ Issac Aesli
9pm, Goldfinch

Nyntee & Scratchy

7pm, Longroom

DJ Charlie

7pm, Twentyone

Thu 21
Acoustic Thursdays with Eli
7:30pm, Neighbourhood

DJ Karn Hall

8:30pm, Twentyone

Occupational Therapy feat Bobby Brazuka & Friends

9pm, Ponsonby Social Club

DJ Damon Kenzo
Ding Dong Lounge 6pm, Sale St

DJ Imagine This
8pm, Snapdragon

Old School DJs

6pm, Racket Bar Juice Bar

Groove Revue Here Comes The Girls

9pm, Revelry

DJ Jason Eli
6pm, Commons

Black Sun Empire From The Shadows Tour

8pm, Bacco Room

R&B Jam Nights Root Down with Frank Booker

6pm, Tyler St. Garage

Funky Fred Wesley

8pm, The Powerstation 9pm, Verona

KFM presents Massive Sample Gee

7:30pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Hipstamatics Live
9pm, Grand Central

Bond Street Bridge Explorers Club Tour

9pm, The Festival Club, $10

The Thursday Night Double Feature

6pm, Sale St

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auckland gig guide

Fri 22
Aroha & Lo Key
10pm, 1885, $10 5pm, Britomart Country Club

Cactus, Antonie Tonin, Milou

10pm, Cassette Nine, $10

Dont Techno For An Answer Ft.Soane, Matt Drake & The Professor
10pm, Ink, $10

Everything So Far Tour

8pm, Wine Cellar

Britomart Bass Decortica, New Way Home & Guests

8pm, Rising Sun, $10

Samurai Music night featuring Tokyo Prose (relocation set)

10pm, Bacco Room, $10

Britomart Markets & Music

Fame w/ Karn Hall & Sambro

2pm, Britomart Country Club

10pm, 1885 Britomart, $10

Cider Co-Op featuring Latinaotearoa

2pm, Sale St

Tom Rodwell & Storehouse

9pm, Golden Dawn

A Ponsonby Institution with Arash

8pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Conch Sunday Grill

6pm, Ponsonby Social Club

Double Dutch

5pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Dean Campbell

8pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Technology stole my vinyle Ft.Rachel Sabin & guests

10pm, Ink, $10

Sick Disco 4th Birthday presents xxyyxx

10pm, Cassette Nine, $15

Emma G Duo

2pm, The Merchant Bar & Kitchen

DJ Chris Yong (Static Era), Grimas

Ding Dong Lounge 7pm, Goldfinch 6pm, Libertine

Mick Harvey

Rick Cotter
7:30pm, Jack Tar

Sherpa, The Leers & Urban Tramper

2pm, Grey Lynn Park

8pm, The Kings Arms, $25

DJ Manuel Bundy DJ Yam Jams DJ Flex Webster & DJ Paul Hannon

Myele Manzanza & The Eclectic Live at Leigh Sawmill

West of Hell (Canada), Razorwyre, Just One Fix, Fractured

The Kings Arms

Sundays with Thane Kirby

3pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

10pm, Leigh Sawmill Cafe, $10

@Peace Girl Songs Release - Auckland

8pm, Nectar Bar, $30 6pm, Racket Bar

DJ Selecta Sam Mick Harvey

6pm, La Zeppa Kitchen & Bar 8pm, Leigh Sawmill Cafe, $25

Sunday Sessions with In-Session

3pm, Commons

6pm, Hurstmere Brew Bar

Mixed Messages & TDK Maree Sheehan: Chasing The Light Showcase

Sunday Soul Session Ft: DJ Soane + Guests

3pm, Neighbourhood 1pm, Golden Dawn

DJ Chris Cox & DJ Aroha

4pm, Neighbourhood

Global Warming & Chewie Lewis

6pm, Libertine

Sunday Lunch 4 Sunday Sessions with In-Session

DJ Dirty Diana DJ Leza Lee

8pm, Red Hummingbird 6:30pm, The Deck Skycity

8:30pm, The Windsor Castle

Sat 23
BCC DJs
5pm, Britomart Country Club

Til Death Do Us Party w/ Austere & Swizl Jager

Ding Dong Lounge

2pm, Hurstmere Brew Bar

DJ Sample Gee followed by DJ General Lee

9pm, Twentyone

Tom Rodwell & Storehouse

9pm, Montage

Tony Joe White NZ Tour with Simone Felice

8pm, The Powerstation, $65

Booty Mash
7pm, Sale St

Tuborg Sounds On
12PM, The Oval - North Harbour Stadium

Trusted Friends
3pm, Revelry

DJ Adam & DJ Lo
9pm, Snapdragon 7pm, Everybodys

DJ Rose Alice DJ Jason Kyle

Boss Christ Monsterbilly LP release Tour

9pm, Whammy Bar, $10

VHF Duo

9pm, Patriot Devonport

Mon 25
Club Connoisseurs
6.30pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Carnage

The Black Club

10pm, Racket Bar

6pm, Northern Steamship

9pm, Coherent

DJ Issac Aesili
6pm, La Zeppa

DJ Lo Key & DJ Kilamanraro

Shae Snell duo

8pm, Trench Bar

Counting Crows
Civic Theatre

9pm, The Merchant Bar & Kitchen

6pm, Neighbourhood

Club House Fiesta Master Jams with benwah & Jason Eli
8pm, Tyler St. Garage

DHDFDs UK Fundraiser
10pm, Whammy Bar, $10

Tue 26
Happy Daves w/ Dave Hull
6:30pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

David Shanhun Duo

9pm, Rickshaw Eddys

Down The Hatch

6pm, Sale Street

DJ Chazz Rabble, Koash James (Simple Day)

Ding Dong Lounge

Freestyle with Alisha & Andy JV

5pm, Tyler St. Garage

The New Zealand Beer Festival

12:30pm, The Cloud

Mixed Messages Open Mic Night The Jacksons

Vector Arena

6pm, Britomart Country Club 8:30pm, Windsor Castle

DJ Linley Latu

7:30pm, The Deck Skycity

Incarnium, Austere, Idyllic Foe & Alchemist

8pm, 4:20, $10

DJ Tony Phoenix
12:30am, Twentyone 7pm, Everybodys

Sun 24
Acoustic Sundays with Eli Guttenbiel
3pm, La Zeppa Kitchen & Bar

Jason Smith Duo Kyle Taylor Summer Tour

DJ Frank Booker DJ Soane

9pm, The Merchant Bar & Kitchen

9pm, Goldfinch

Bloody Sundays present Team Navajo

3pm, Tyler St. Garage

8pm, Wine Cellar, $5

Mum Presents: Family

DJ Shane Hand & DJ Scott Latham

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Bernie Griffen with Kirsten Warner -

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Shit worth dRINKING

LENIN
PRINCESS WHARF, 201 QUAY ST

If there is one thing the Russians know to do well, its vodka. Lots of vodka. For a taste of the best of the best, head to Lenin Bar. Theres great atmosphere, plenty of cocktail options (with vodka, of course), wine, beer and spirits, and good local DJs. Can we fit another shout out to vodka in here?

THE SNOWLINE LOUNGE

TERRACE ROAD, MOUNT COOK

MIGHTY MIGHTY
104 CUBA ST

Take the opportunity to relax and unwind after an adventurous day in the park. Curl up by the open logfire, or sit back and take in the majestic view of the Southern Alps. The Snowline Lounge at The Hermitage Hotel serves all your favourite cocktails, as well.

DAYTIME

SPORTS BAR DANCE FLOOR ONE NIGHT STAND LIVE MUSIC CRAFT BEERS

The place where they confess you have license to spaz, Mighty Mighty is one almighty place where everything and anything can and will happen. Think anything with extra zing, with real talent or just a bucket load of old fashioned fun. Or maybe youd like to come in early to chill out in the warm ambience, amongst palm trees, curious decor, fuchsia pink curtains and pinball! No kidding, its that kind of place a place where creativity and imagination fuse into one. If you want a taste of the creative culture in Wellington pop in, who knows what youll get.

OPEN LATE

VIBE Key

FOOD HIPSTER FRIENDLY AFTER WORK

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auckland GROOVE GULPS AGENTS & MERCHANTS 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.

48 Customs St East, 309-5854 Seasonal lunch meals and latenight tapas served in a small cobblestone alleyway.

FATHER TEDS 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.

KINGSLAND KINGSLAND
Neighbourhood Brewbar
498 New North Rd, 846-3773 Nestled in the site of an old garage and engineering shop.

BREW ON QUAY

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

FIDDLER IRISH BAR

GRAND CENTRAL

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

71 Victoria St West A small, but perfectly formed, authentic Irish bar with some of Aucklands friendliest bar staff..

The Portland Public House

THE BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB

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

GOLDEN DAWN

Cnr Ponsonby & Richmond Rds, 376-9929

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

VERONA

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

SHOOTER SALOON BAR

RACKET BAR IPANEMA BAR & RESTAURANT

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

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

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

Q Theatre

MEXICO Malt Bar

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

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

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.

VIADUCT VIADUCT
SNAPDRAGON
204 Quay St, 357-6147 A blend of 1930s vintage glamour and West Hollywood lounge with a healthy shot of private gentlemens club.

Rakinos- Beats, Bar, Kitchen

Level 1/35 High Street 358-3535 The Joint since 91

pintxos

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

VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK

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

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

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

THE PONSONBY (Belgian Beer Cafe)

1-3 St Marys Rd, 376-6092 A little piece of Europe in the heart of Ponsonby. The perfect spot to kick start the weekend.

CENTRAL & Krd CENTRAL & KRD

DING DONG LOUNGE
26 Wyndham Street New Yorks premier rock and roll bar has come to town.

PARNELL PARNELL
THE PADDINGTON
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.

REVELRY

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

37 Drake St, 379-8167 Enjoy each others company with a great glass of wine and tasty plates, without the constraints of having to book or have a meal at a certain time.

LA ZEPPA KITCHEN & BAR

DOC BAR

352 KRd, 365-1800 Open Tues-Sat

LIBERTINE

BRITOMART BRITOMART
1885
27 Galway St, 551 3100 Nightclub upstairs. Cocktail lounge downstairs. Home to Aucklands biggest club nights.

GRACE BAR

THE WINDSOR CASTLE

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

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

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

THE OAKROOM
17 Drake, 300 6313

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tours & events

Upcoming tours & events

A$AP ROCKY (US) AEROSMITH (US)
Tue 25 Jun Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

RIHANNA

Love. Honour. Betrayal.

Thu 06 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland

ROBERT PLANT (UK) ROTTEN SOUND (FI)

Wed 24 Apr Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin

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

Madame Butterfly

AMANDA PALMER (US)

AUCKLAND ARTS FESTIVAL 2013

Tue 19 Mar - Sun 24 Mar Various locations, Auckland

Giacomo Puccini

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

Thu 11 Apr Rising Sun, Auckland Fri 12 Apr Bodega, Wellington

FOALS

Sat 05 Oct Town Hall, Auckland

MADAME BUTTERFLY
Thu 18 Apr - Sun 28 Apr Aotea Centre, Auckland

BOOK NOW 1828April 2013 Auckland 0800 BUYTICKETS www.nzopera.com

FRANK TURNER (UK)

Sat 06 Apr The Kings Arms, Auckland Sun 07 Apr Bodega, Wellington

MARGARET CHO (US)

Mon 29 Apr Skycity Theatre, Auckland

FRANK WARREN (US) FRED WESLEY (US)

Fri 12 Apr Skycity Theatre, Auckland

MICHAEL KIWANUKA (UK)

Thu 04 Apr Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland Fri 05 Apr Old St Pauls, Wellington

Thu 21 Mar The Powerstation, Auckland

MICK HARVEY (AU)

GOD BOWS TO MATH BAYLEYS GREAT CLASSICS SERIES: HEROIC CLASSICS

Thu 04 Apr Town Hall, Auckland

Fri 22 Mar Krazy Jacks, Tauranga Fri 05 Apr Darkroom, Christchurch Sat 06 Apr Chicks Hotel, Dunedin Fri 12 Apr Mighty Mighty, Wellington Sat 13 Apr Space Monster, Whanganui Sat 20 Apr Whammy Bar, Auckland

Thu 21 Mar Mighty Mighty, Wellington Fri 22 Mar The Kings Arms, Auckland Sat 23 Mar Leigh Sawmill, Leigh

SANTANA & STEVE MILLER BAND THE SCRIPT (IR)

Tue 19 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

NEIL YOUNG & CRAZY HORSE THE NZ BEER FESTIVAL

Sat 23 Mar The Cloud, Auckland

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

Fri 12 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland

BLACK SABBATH (UK) BONNIE RAITT (US)

JACK DEE (UK)

SHADES OF SUMMER SIX60

Sat 30 Mar Whitianga Waterways

Wed 01 May Skycity Theatre, Auckland

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

THE JACKSONS (US)

Tue 26 Mar Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

NZ INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2013

Fri 26 Apr - Sun 19 May Various Locations, Auckland & Wellington

Fri 05 Apr NZ International Jazz & Blues Festival, Christchurch

JOAN ARMATRADING (UK)

Wed 20 Mar Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington Thu 21 Mar Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland

BRYAN ADAMS (CA)

THE NZ INTERNATIONAL JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL

Wed 03 Apr - Sun 07 Apr Various locations, Christchurch

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

Fri 05 Apr St James Theatre, Wellington Sat 06 Apr Municipal Theatre, Napier Thu 11 Apr The Powerstation, Auckland Fri 12 Apr The Powerstation, Auckland Sat 13 Apr Founders Theatre, Hamilton Thu 18 Apr The Bedford at CPSA, Christchurch Fri 19 Apr The Bedford at CPSA, Christchurch Sat 20 Apr Union Hall, Dunedin

CATLINS RIVER FESTIVAL

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

JOSH GROBAN (US) KILLING JOKE (UK) KING TUFF

Sat 13 Apr Vector Arena, Auckland

SOJA (US)

Tue 09 Apr The Powerstation, Auckland

Thu 13 Jun Studio, Auckland

COHEED & CAMBRIA

Wed 17 Apr The Powerstation, Auckland

Mon 29 Apr The Kings Arms, Auckland Tue 30 Apr Bodega, Wellington

COUNTING CROWS (US)

Mon 25 Mar Civic Theatre, Auckland

KITTY, DAISY & LEWIS (UK)

CRISPIN HELLION GLOVER (US)

Tue 19 Mar Skycity Theatre, Auckland

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

ONE DIRECTION (UK)

DUNEDIN FRINGE EXAMPLE (UK)

Tue 19 Mar - Sun 24 Mar Various Locations, Dunedin

Thu 10 Oct CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch Sat 12 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland Sun 13 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland

Wed 24 Apr Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

PAUL KELLY (AU) LATINAOTEAROA

FALL OUT BOY (US)

Fri 29 Mar The Powerstation, Auckland

Wed 20 Mar Knox Church, Dunedin Thu 21 Mar The Bedford, Christchurch Fri 22 Mar Old St Pauls, Wellington Sat 23 Mar Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland Sun 24 Mar Old St Pauls, Wellington

TAHUNA BREAKS

Sat 13 Apr San Fran Bath House, Wellington Thu 25 Apr Brewers Bar, Tauranga Sat 27 Apr Sammys, Dunedin Sat 04 May The Powerstation, Auckland

Sun 24 Mar Sale Street, Auckland

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TAMI NEILSON, DELANEY DAVIDSON & MARLON WILLIAMS TOOL (US)
Wed 08 May Vector Arena, Auckland Thu 09 May Vector Arena, Auckland Fri 22 Mar Geraldine Cinema, Geraldine Sat 23 Mar Wunderbar, Lyttelton Sun 24 Mar The Grain Store, Oamaru Wed 27 Mar The Wine Cellar, Auckland Thu 28 Mar Yot Club, Raglan Fri 29 Mar Artworks Theatre, Waiheke Sat 30 Mar Leigh Sawmill, Leigh

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

WAIHEKE ISLAND INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL

WILCO (US)

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

Fri 29 Mar - Sun 31 Mar Multiple locations, Waiheke

VILLANY

THE WAYANS BROTHERS (US)

Fri 03 May Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland

Fri 22 Mar The Bedford, Christchurch Sat 23 Mar Refuel, Dunedin Thu 04 Apr Gravity Bar, Hamilton Fri 05 Apr The Kings Arms Tavern, Auckland Sat 06 Apr San Fran Bath House, Wellington

XAVIER RUDD (AU)

Wed 24 Apr Polytech Madras Street, Christchurch Thu 25 Apr Bodega, Wellington Fri 26 Apr The Mayfair, New Plymouth Sat 27 Apr The Powerstation, Auckland

TENACIOUS D (US)

WAYNE BRADY (US)

Mon 20 May Town Hall, Auckland Tue 21 May Opera House, Wellington Wed 22 May The Bedford Marquee, Christchurch

TOM GREEN (CA)

Sat 04 May Founders Theatre, Hamilton Sun 05 May ASB Theatre, Auckland Tue 07 May Opera House, Wellington Wed 08 May Aurora Centre, Christchurch

Wed 01 May Skycity Theatre, Auckland Sun 05 May Opera House, Wellington Mon 06 May Aurora Centre, Christchurch

THE VINTAGE DAY OUT

WHANGAREI FRITTER FESTIVAL

Sat 30 Mar Northland Events Centre, Whangarei

Sat 13 Apr Alexandra Park, Auckland

Young and Crazy Horse displayed the kind of energy and enthusiasm for their craft that should make some of their younger contemporaries hang up their guitars and think again... one of the best rock n roll shows most of us have ever had the privilege of seeing.
The Sunday Times (Perth Arena - Sat 2 March)

VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND - thur 21 march!

on sale from ticketmaster 0800 111 999
Sat 06 Apr 10:00am - 6:00pm Ellerslie Event Centre

Convention Cost: Stall holders and vendors: $50, General public: $10, 15 years old and under, free Contact: myk_hodgson@hotmail.com.

Grandmaster Flash, the Grammy nominated and award winning Rock n Roll hall of fame inductee is headlining Our:House presents Nite:Life on Thu 28 Mar. Hell be joined by international acts; Hardrock Sofa, Helena as well as national acts Optimus Gryme, Jupiter Project, Tim Phin, Weird Together and General Lee among many others. Nite:Life is bringing back the all night party, a celebration of everything loveable about the dance scene and [is] a smorgasbord of great dance music at one of Aucklands most epic multi room venues the Ellerslie Events Centre. Headliner, Grandmaster Flash, is one of the few names in hip-hop (in its nearly 30 year history) that has become well known amongst music lovers across the world. He is partly responsible for inventing hip-hop and pioneered the use of turntables as a musical instrument, being the first DJ to use them as such. Coming out of the Bronx, Grandmaster Flash began with an early love for vinyl that came to ahead when he began studying DJ Kool Herc, who would become one of his main influences (following his father). From this point, the only way Grandmaster Flash knew, was forward, and he moved onto develop the use of the turntable. This including scientifically inventing and demonstrating the Quick Mix Theory and ultimately elevating turntables into a great form. As one of the three creators of hip-hop, Flash recorded his unique sound and then, in 1977, six years after he helped begin the genre, Flash moved onto collaborating and experimenting with the local MCs. This led to what would eventually become Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, who would release their first album in 1981. From being immortalized in Blondies hit song Rapture with the line Flash is fast, Flash is cool! Grandmaster Flash and the Furious five

have released multi million selling albums and songs and after the groups demise, Flash went on to carve out a career as a soloist. Part of this career earned him TV credits in the HBO series, Everybody Hates Chris, where he was recruited by Chris Rock to be the musical director. It did, however, go on to span a personal mixer, the Grandmaster Flash Signature Empath and the closing of the commonwealth games in Manchester (2002) where he performed in front of then Prime Minister Tony Blair and the Queen herself. Flashs career has earned him (alongside many more awards) a street named after him in New York, a plaque at 161st street, part of the Bronx walk of fame and Source Magazines Pioneer Award. Of those joining him at the all night party; the Russian duet Hardrock Sofa have cemented themselves as proof that Russian house music is not as thing of the imagination. Australias Helena is the female genius who puts the magic where its meant to be, in the music. They will be supported by the very best of New Zealands dance producers and DJs, including Jet Ski Safari, Jupiter Project, Optimus Gryme, Tim Phin, Weird Together, The Nark Collective, Aural Trash, CTFD, Mc Tali, Mayavanya, General Lee, Dan Aux, Stack & Piece, Jaycen Amour, Rich Carey, Jarrod Phillips, Danny G - plus the winner of the upcoming Superstar DJ competition. While most other venues will be shutting at midnight due to Easter trading, this party will pump til the break of dawn! WRITTEN BY SEBASTIAN MACKAY
SEE THEM LIVE: OUR:HOUSE PRESENTS NITE:LIFE THU 18 MAR ELLERSLIE RACECOURSE, AUCKLAND 9PM-6AM, $50-90, ITICKET.CO.NZ

TUESday 12-1am aS parT of Up fmS TwilighT TEchno. ExclUSivE in nEw ZEaland

TRAVEL Theres parking on-site at a cost of $5 for private transport - however, festival-goers can catch event buses and trains within Auckland at no extra cost. Simply show your Tuborg Sounds On ticket to travel for free. Choosing this fuss-free and safe option will dramatically reduce emissions and congestion.
FOR TUBORG SOUNDS ON BUS INFO VISIT: MAXX.CO.NZ

FOOD No BYO food or liquids are allowed. There will be lots of food options covering the whole eating spectrum. Free water will be available onsite. Vendors include: Hell, Niceblocks, Atomic Coffee Roasters, Gourmet Shuttle (Wild Foods), One Love, Paella Pan, Urban Escargot, Orient Express and Mexico. SHADE There is limited shade at the venue. There will be shade canopies installed and extra tents but advise that you bring sunscreen and a hat. PRE-FESTIVAL CASH TOP UP / RFID WRISTBAND INFO If you have purchased a ticket through Dash you can top up your wristband with cash one week out from the event.Just log on to Dash and top up one or all of the tickets that you have purchased. During this time you can also name your wristbands(staff at the gate willknowwhich wristband has been topped up).Alternatively, everyone else - including those who purchased Earlybird (GrabOne) or Massey tickets will be able to top up onsite once in the venue. OTHER THINGS TO KNOW - R18, under 18 must be with legal guardian. - Children under 12 and with legal guardian has free entry. - RFID wristband included in ticket price. - All vendors on-site will use RFID cash-less technologies. Top up stations provided. - No pass outs and no food or liquids to be taken into venue.

THE BEACH CLEAN UP Sustainable Coastlines will be running a pre concert beach clean up on Takapuna and Milford beaches on the morning of the festival. The clean up bus leaves stop number 7055, The Civic, Queen St at 10am and hits Takapuna Beach at 10.30am and Milford Beach at 11.15am. You can catch this bus for free with your Tuborg Sounds On ticket or meet the guys at the beach. The clean up bus will be arriving at Sounds On at approximately 12:15pm. THE SITKA & ELEMENT GOODZONE A zone for change, food and fun! There are seven top NZ nongovernment organisations joining the musical line up in the Sitka & Element GOODZONE - including Sustainable Coastlines, Conscious Consumers, The Global Poverty Project, SurfAid International, Sea Shepherd, S.A.F.E. and Forest & Bird. Designed to promote change The Sitka & Element GOODZONE looks to engage music fans in a fun and informative way - and to inspire change in the way Kiwis think, act and live. A destination at the festival, The Sitka and Element GOODZONE will feature seven high profile NGOs alongside food vendors, giant games and amusement rides creating a place for festival-goers to learn, be entertained, eat and drink.

THE TIMETABLE 12.00 Gates / DJ (MT) 12.40 Five Mile Town 13.30 DJ Sir Vere with Che Fu, PNC, K One 14.15 Home Brew 15.20 Katchafire 16.30 TrinityRoots 17.30 Tiki Taane (acoustic) 18.15 AHoriBuzz 18.55 Dan Aux 19.15 Tahuna Breaks 20.00 Koong Fooey, with Maitreya, Topaz 20.20 David Dallas 21.10 DJ Sir Vere with PNC, K One 21.30 The Black Seeds 22.30 Eavesdrop with Soulyric 22.45 Dan Aux with Tali
SEE IT LIVE: TUBORG SOUNDS ON SAT 23 MAR THE OVAL, NORTH HARBOUR STADIUM, AUCKLAND TICKETS ON SALE NOW: DASHTICKETS.CO.NZ SOUNDSON.NET

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D O W N LO A D

FREE

12PM 11PM SATURDAY MARCH 23 2013

THE OVAL, NORTH HARBOUR STADIUM

GEEKS
groove GADGETS
Groove GADGETS is where we cast our eye over Cool new shit.
Got some cool shit you want to see on this page? send us an email at gear@grooveguide.co.nz

shit worth playing

GAMING
GOD OF WAR: ASCENSION
PLAYSTATION 3 (EXCLUSIVE)

HROeleste C O R I ZII By C

TCH A W ME
Through the God of War series, weve formed a strong bond with Kratos. Whether he was stabbing a mindless cyclops in the eye, pulling out the brains of sad minotaurs, or shaking his fists at the gods from a distance, we felt his cause was a worthy one. Now that we all know how his story ends, we find out how it began - with Ascension. While the game doesnt launch with the franchises expected sense of epicness, it doesnt take long for Ascension to start delivering the satisfying brutal hack and bloody slash that weve all grown to love. The polished controls of the series are still pleasingly intact and the combat, which is the majority of the game, is still the highlight. The all-new Blades of Chaos imbibe different powers as you progress; for example, the Fire of Ares makes a crispy barbecue of your foes, while the Ice of Poseidon freezes them. Further down the line, youll get to add on the Lightning of Zeus that produces a satisfying electric-shock to every attack and the Soul of Hades even gets the undead in on the action.

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Galaxy 4

By Samsung
The phone is packed full of category-leading features including the worlds first Full HD Super AMOLED display, Dual Camera and Translator to name a few. RRP TBC samsung.com/nz

WIRELESS SPEAKER
By Kakkoii
Thank god for wireless! This little silicon speaker will stream music from any Bluetooth enabled device. It can be recharged over and over again, so no need for batteries! It is made from a durable rubber that fits right in anyones home. RRP $99.95 giftbob.co.nz

In typical GoW fashion, there are times when the difficulty ramps up to almost nightmare status. Challenging gameplay is welcome but here it feels more like a frustrating oversight, when compared to the overall difficulty curve. On the surface, multiplayer is pretty simple. While there are a variety of modes on offer, theyre all largely based on concepts that are familiar to anyone who has ever played a multiplayer game. Its in the layers on top of this that Ascension delivers something extra; an x-factor that delivers enough unique difference to make Ascension a worthy multiplayer experience. You run around suitably God of War-esque environments with a (non-Kratos) character who wields a lot of (Kratos-like) weaponry. You level up, capture flags, and - of course - eviscerate lots of similarly equipped player characters (and get whipped by same.) It lacks the balance and polish of the more mature online titles out there, but its doing something new, so it gets a free pass in that department this time around. A worthy - if not quite god-like - experience.
WRITTEN BY ANGUS DEACON

RECORD PLAYER + AM/FM

By Jensen
This beauty comes in two colours and takes your right back to the days of drive-ins and diners. It has a three-speed turntable that allows you to enjoy your vinyls and radio. Comes in black and red. $399 NZ funkygifts.co.nz

FLOATING BOOKSHELF
By Umbra
It is a mystery how this invisible bookshelf displays your favorite books in your living room. The Umbra Conceal bookshelf fixes quickly and easily onto your wall, and keeps the guests wondering. RRP $79.90 funkygifts.co.nz

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live Photos
SOUNDS IN THE SUN
UNITEC MT ALBERT CAMPUS, AUCKLAND
SAT 16 MAR

SOUNDS IN THE SUN

UNITEC MT ALBERT CAMPUS, AUCKLAND
SAT 16 MAR

On Saturday Unitec held the annual Sounds in the Sun at their Mount Albert Campus, which has been the cornerstone of their Orientation since 2006. The all day event is the countries biggest orientation event with a line up consisting of some of NZs top acts including Katachafire, Tahuna Breaks, Pieter T, Ddub, Soloa Rosa and many more. The questionable weather didnt stop the crowds from grooving, dancing and enjoying themselves all afternoon. Student President Ben Kevely says, The line-up is filled with a number of high quality acts and this is what makes Sounds in the Sun really stand out from other Orientation events. The day is all about student engagement. Students get to come along, meet some of their classmates and encourage them to be a part of Unitec. Its a fun place to be There was a great festival vibe and included market stalls, food, a bar area, giveaways from various sponsors, a kid zone and even paintball. Stand out performances by Tahuna Breaks and Katchafire. Make sure you get along to Sounds in the Sun next year! Q&As with some of the acts to follow on Grooveguide.co.nz

WOMAD 2013
TSB BOWL OF BROOKLANDS, NEW PLYMOUTH
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF TREVOR VILLERS

RITA ORA
THE POWERSTATION, AUCKLAND
THU 14 MAR PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF REN KIRK

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FASHION
groove gear
Groove Gear is where we cast our eye over top shelf gear.
Got some cool shit you want to see on this page? send us an email at gear@grooveguide.co.nz

Shit worth WEARING

STYLE FILE
JUSTINA LARDNER-BURKE
RECRUITMENT & STUDENT EMPLOYMENT MANAGER

METALLICA KILLEM ALL

By Vans
Inspired by Metallicas debut album KillEm All, Vans brings you their new autumn range for 2013. You can get your own Metallica influenced vans in either Sk8-Hi or Slip-On. RRP $119 Vans.co.nz

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Whats the ethos of your company? I am the Recruitment Manager for Servilles Academy of Hairdressing. I love my job because I get to meet really creative cool peeps on a daily basis and I can dress up and have fun doing it. Which historical figure had some wicked style? Frida Kahlo. A chick that can rock a mens suit and a painted on moustache in a family portrait one day and then massive flowers in her hair the next day is okay with me. What muso/celebrity has style up the wazoo? Gwen Stefani. Holla. Societys biggest fashion faux-pas? Not wearing your correct size. I think some ladys want to deny their dress size and they just end up with muffin tops. Whats the must-have look this season? Couldnt tell ya just embrace what you love and wear it with confidence. Colours/patterns big this season? Celine launched a tartan look last week. My friend likened it to those big tartan plastic bags. I thought it was funny. I love Celine by the way. What are the essentials for a mans wardrobe? A well-tailored suit and a nice scent. What are the essentials for a ladys wardrobe? Red lipstick. Everyone should own at least one good... Pair of Nike Air Max. Preferably is some crazy colour combo. Hyphenate three words to describe your style: Different-every-day.
SERVILLES.COM

DA BEARS Sting!
By Mitchell & Ness
Get your head into the game with these Wicked BEanies and SnapBacks, with all your Favourite teams. Beanies RRP $60 Caps RRP $70 35 Taranaki Street, Wellington kctstreetwear.com

ENSEMBLE SHIRT
By Taylor Boutique
This Ensemble shirt is probably one of the most unique takes on a mens business shirt that I have ever seen. Visit taylorboutique.co.nz or call 09 376 6544 for stockiest details. RRP $367 Taylorboutique.co.nz

DOUBLE HEM SHORTS WITH RIBBON BELT

By Colenimo
These adorable cotton twill shorts are proudly made in the UK and feature a vintage fabric belt. What s even better is that they deliver all orders free! RRP $128 Colenimo.com

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MAKE IT HOME

YOuve Been Snapped

ST Patricks Day
Elephant Wrestler, Takapuna
Thanks to DuBd photography

Minuit Live
Juice Bar
Thanks to DuBd photography

T OU K S C E CH PHOTO THE NLINE O

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Wouldnt you know it? Ive just fed, bathed and put them both down and I have 10 minutes before singer songwriter Joan Armatrading is scheduled to call. Im half way through checking out her new album when my two year old wanders in brandishing a milk bottle demanding a top up. She becomes easily distracted by the music on the YouTube clip and plops herself right down in front of my laptop. Right then Joan calls. Its 6.45 in the AM at her end. Shes up, scrubbed and dressed. Its 7.45 in the PM here; Im sitting amongst the dinner dishes and staring at my defiant toddler. Very rock n roll, she acknowledges, suppressing laughter, but you have to do what you have to do. Whilst researching for this I became aware of what a private and shy, person Armatrading can be (ironic since Im involuntarily sharing my private life with her). And, up front she warns me not to delve too deeply. If I go quiet, youll know why. Yet I cant help noting how warm and generous she is. Perhaps shes aware of my predicament. Perhaps its that confidence that comes with performance, being lost in the moment. Yes, its funny, that I was painfully shy when I started out. I wanted to just write, initially. Not perform. I was encouraged into it, and I found that when Im lost in the songs then I can have the confidence to perform them and really let it out. I note that many of her lyrics are autobiographical, for a private person. Sometimes. Every writer, be they jazz or heavy metal writes about relationships and love. We have to. But Im not going to explain my lyrics or songs. The listeners have to interpret those for themselves. As a shy, afro-headed waif with a big, deep and confident voice Armatrading hit the scene back in the early 70s with Love and Affection, Show Some Emotion and continued into the 80s with Me, Myself, I, Walk Under Ladders and Drop the Pilot. And although she may have faded from the AOR charts over recent years shes still been prolifically clocking up 19 studio albums. The last three Into the Blues, This Charming Life and Starlight are impressive for two reasons. I played all the instruments on those myself, because I had these ideas in my head and I wasnt sure anyone else could understand what I was trying to do. Also, each album had a particular style. As you may know I like to write in different styles - blues, acoustic, rock, reggae, jazz. For Into the Blues I wanted to focus just on a blues style and tried hard not to veer off course. But once I go started it was easier to follow that course. And for This

Charming Life I had a pop theme going. I realised during the last one that I had a jazz theme to finish, so Starlight has a different feel again. As a holder of a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History I was expecting Armatrading to have a passionate understanding of the technical aspects of musicology. I hated those exercises. I have always been a musically free thinker. I play what I want. If I start playing an A flat and hit a B sharp and it fits then Ill keep my happy mistake. I dont want rules restricting me. Music has this history, it references itself and you get to the point where it needs to sound like one thing to become something else. One of the lines that best sums up Armatrading and her work is revealed in the single Tell Me We can dare to be different/ but be different together. I was playing a show in Germany and there was a Gothic show down the road; all these kids in white face paint, black clothes and boots and outrageous hair. It occurred to me that in the unity to be different in society they were all conforming in their group. On a smaller scale we do that playing unusual sports that we discover everyone does or listening to a different band, that it turns out all our friends have. Thats what attracts us to our friends. We seek to be different with them. The best example of this was when she toured 56 venues in the UK, with a new act in every town. At the end of the gig Armatrading got all the acts together to meet and record. I noticed two things. Individually they were often shy - like me when I first started out. But when they were on stage they had the courage to change from introverted to extraverted. I also noticed that they were unique individuals when they were in there home towns but together as a group these different people were united. I like to have a variety and a mix of styles. And being different together is part of that. About now Im reminded of how different my two year old is. While Ive found talking to Armatrading fascinating, my daughter has lost all interest and dropped off to sleep on the beanbag in the corner. Oh, well, it takes all sorts WRITTEN BY Tim Gruar
SEE HER LIVE: JOAN ARMATRADING WED 20 MAR MICHAEL FOWLER CENTRE, WELLINGTON THU 21 MAR BRUCE MASON THEATRE, AUCKLAND

April 5 - 9 & April 16 - 19

Comic genius
The Age, Melbourne

Immensely moving
Dominion Post

Absolute enchantment.
The Scotsman
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April 11 - 15 & April 20 - 24

Sheer brilliance
Dominion Post

"Some of the best theatre in the world"

NZ Herald

"Absolutely flawless"
Taranaki Daily News
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ECHOES OF HOME
Be at the Whangarei Fritter Festival! Enjoy a feast of fabulous wines and gourmet fritters from Whangareis finest on Saturday 30 March for the first ever Fritter Festival!
Outstanding sounds from

The NEW ZEALAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA presents

On Sale Now

The Black Seeds Sola Rosa Batucada Sound Machine

Plus other great local talent
PIETARI INKINEN
CONDUCTOR

DANIEL MLLER - SCHOTT

CELLO

Date: Saturday 30 March (Easter Weekend) Time: 11am - 7pm Venue: Toll Stadium, Whangarei Tickets from: www.eventfinda.co.nz

PRUDEN Soliloquy for Strings DVOK Cello Concerto RACHMANINOV Symphonic Dances

Fri 5 Apr ______DUNEDIN Sat 6 Apr ______ CHRISTCHURCH Tue 9 Apr ______ NAPIER

Thu 11 Apr ______ HAMILTON Fri 12 Apr ______ AUCKLAND Sat 13 Apr ______ WELLINGTON

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