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New Music: Don Broco Release New Single, ‘Technology’

July 26, 2017

Bedford rock four-piece, Don Broco have just released a brand new single, the hard-hitting riff-driven ‘Technology’. Of the new tune, frontman Rob Damiani says: “Technology is about a casual swipe through In...

In Review: Puscifer

Bill Hames

January 30, 2017

Music, rock

Puscifer, if you try to find the meaning of the name, there isn't one. But if you dig deeper you'll find it's a side project for Tool and A Perfect circle front man Maynard James Keenan. The completely inde...

New David Bowie ‘Sound And Vision’ Vinyl Picture Disc Announced

Bill Hames

January 28, 2017

Electronic, Main, Music

A new limited edition picture disc from the legendary David Bowie has been announced, with a new vinyl release for ‘Sound And Vision’ confirmed. The latest in a long-run of anniversary releases, the reissue ...

The Auckland International Buskers Festival is Almost Here

Bill Hames

January 24, 2017

Comedy, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Night Life

The Auckland International Buskers Festival is almost upon us and will see acts from around the globe decend onto Auckland this Auckland Anniversary Weekend. From Friday 27 – Monday 30 January, the Viaduct H...

Crystal Castles returns to NZ for a one-off show in Auckland

Bill Hames

January 24, 2017

Electronic, Main, Music

Electronic extraordinaries Crystal Castles have just announced a New Zealand show as part of their upcoming MJR Presents tour Downunder. The groundbreaking experimental act, which hails from Toronto, Canada,...

In Review: Nick Cave

Bill Hames

January 21, 2017

Main, Music, rock

Going to a Bad Seeds concert is something that can’t be missed. There aren’t many singer/songwriters like Nick Cave – with one of the most distinctive voices, the most imaginative of thoughts and the most depre...

Laneway Festival 2017: ‘Young Thug’ Out, ‘What So Not’ In

Bill Hames

January 18, 2017

Electronic, Main, Music, Uncharted

Despite having his New Zealand visa, recent complications with the visa process for Australia means that Young Thug is not able to play any Laneway Festival dates in 2017. Laneway Festival management have expre...

Live Music: Metal Act ‘Protest The Hero’ Announce NZ Gig

Bill Hames

January 18, 2017

Main, Metal, Music, rock

One of progressive metals most unique acts, Protest The Hero, are returning to New Zealand this April in support of their latest release 'Pacific Myth'. These revolutionary metal giants will be bringing a colle...

Interview: Alexisonfire – George Pettit

Bill Hames

December 13, 2016

Main, Music, rock, Uncharted

Prior to their upcoming New Zealand show in January. I spoke to front-man George Pettit of the post-hardcore band Alexisonfire. We talked about the upcoming tour, future plans and The Ramones. Check it out! ...

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In Review: Doctor Strange – Spoiler Free

Bill Hames

November 4, 2016

Entertainment, Film

Doctor Strange isn’t out in America for another two days, but it’s already been screening to New Zealander’s for the past week. I went and saw it the day after yesterday, leaving this review somewhere between o...

In Review: Slipknot @ Vector Arena – 26/10/2016

Bill Hames

October 27, 2016

Main, Metal, Music, rock

Vector arena was packed last night with black t-shirts and long haired metal heads as Slipknot, the American metal band, swept the stage for a full one-and-a-half-hour set. The band, which consiss of nine me...

Puscifer announce first ever New Zealand show.

Bill Hames

September 15, 2016

Music, rock

Coming to New Zealand for their first ever show in January 2017, the genre-defying PUSCIFER will unleash their legendary Money $hot – Round Under Tour on Australian audiences first, for shows in Melbourne, Adel...

Electronic extraordinaire Kilter is bringing his beats to New Zealand this September!

Bill Hames

July 22, 2016

Electronic, Main, Music, Uncharted

Sydney beats maker and party-starter Kilter has announced a three-date New Zealand tour. It follows the rip-roaring success of his latest track - the sizzling and sexy ‘Fool For You’ – and comes after solidly t...

One Love Festival Returns For Two Days Of Sunshine Reggae In 2017 – First Line-Up Announced!

Bill Hames

July 21, 2016

Lifestyle, Main, Music, Night Life, Uncharted

Lock in the dates! The first installment of acts playing at the 2017 ONE LOVE FESTIVAL has just been announced. And with a line-up of epic proportions stretched over two days of sunshine and sweet vibes, this i...

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In Review: Violent Femmes At The St James Theatre

Bill Hames

March 31, 2016

Main, Music, Uncharted

The St James Theatre was packed to max with drunk parents, who escaped the kids long enough to enjoy a night spent reliving the golden age of big hair and synthesizer music – yes I’m talking about the 80s. T...

What’s On In Auckland: 11-13 March

Bill Hames

March 11, 2016

Culture, Lifestyle, Main, Music, Night Life, Uncharted

The weekend is here and you know what that means - you've only got a little free time to fill up before it's on to another working week. If you're struggling to find some weekend inspiration never fear. We've ...

The Most Exclusive Holiday Destinations in the World

Bill Hames

March 5, 2016

Lifestyle, Travel

There are many fantastic places to explore all around the globe. Heading to new places allows us to escape the mundane of our everyday lives, discover new cultures and learn more about the world we inhabit. You...

Daredevil’s New Season 2 Trailer Goes Full-On Elektra

Bill Hames

February 26, 2016

Entertainment, Geek and Web, TV

The second full trailer for Season 2 of Marvel and Netflix’s Daredevil has been just been unleashed, and it’s an undeniable thing of beauty (check it out above). Whereas the first trailer focused on Jon Bern...

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