INTERVIEW: Molly Devine
On August 29th Molly Devine released her EP titled 'Rain in the River'. Chontalle was lucky enough to get to ask her a few questions about the process and EP itself - check out the interview below.If you haven...
INTERVIEW: Daffodils
Photograph supplied by Chontalle Musson
Heather McMillan interviewed Theo, lead vocalist of Daffodils in anticipation for their upcoming shows with Methyl Ethel and Stink this weekend. Wellington on Friday ...
INTERVIEW: Sophie Mashlan
Thanks to Sophie for taking the time to answer Heather McMillan's questions, and we wish her all the best with future touring and the album!
Q: Hi Sophie, Congratulations on your debut album! What’s the rel...
INTERVIEW: Lee Mvtthews
Interview by Heather McMillan. Cheers to Lee Mvvthews to taking the time answer these questions.
Q: Hey guys how’s 2019 treating you? A: 2019 has been incredible so far, we’ve managed to tick off some goals...
INTERVIEW: Carb on Carb
Interview by Heather McMillanThanks to Carb on Carb for their time, and we can't wait to hear all about their Japan tour when they return to Auckland!
Q: Super exciting about the upcoming video release show...
INTERVIEW: PAPERCITY
PAPERCITY are a three-piece band from New Zealand, made up of Alex Hargreaves (vocals, writing, lead guitar), Sam Edmonds (drums) and Ellery Daines (bass). The band has released a new track 'Plastic' which is ...
INTERVIEW: Lime Cordiale
Q and A by Brittany Long Thank you to the Aussie duo for taking the time to answer these questions. Don't forget to check the bands latest track, Money - which is available now on all streaming websites!
H...
INTERVIEW: The Paper Kites
By Grace Hood-EdwardsIn anticipation of The Paper Kites New Zealand tour, Grace was able to ask them about their new album, favourite musicians and a bit about life on tour! Don't forget to see the Melbourne b...
INTERVIEW: Dave Baxter, aka Avalanche City
Interview by Grace Hood-Edwards
Q - With 'love' seeming to be a common theme amongst some of your biggest hits, do you feel that love is one of your greatest inspirations? Do you have any other great motiva...
Interview: Red Jumpsuit Apparatus’ Ronnie Winter
Words by Shelley Te Haara
Ahead of their show in New Zealand this November, The Speakeasy was lucky enough to have a chat over the phone with the lead vocalist of Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Ronnie Winters.
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INTERVIEW: Frank Turner
Interview by Shelley Te Haara
After announcing a couple of New Zealand shows as part of his Be More Kind World Tour, The Speakeasy was lucky enough to be able to
chat to Frank Turner ahead of his visit next...
Interview with ‘Walk The Line’ – NZ’s premier fashion show for young designers
Interview by Kim Newton
The who’s who of the local fashion scene crowded in at the Viaduct in Auckland last week. Fashion week 2018 featured a lineup of all the well-known local and international designers t...
Interview: ASHY discusses her latest single ‘Over You’ and plans for the future
With her latest single ‘Over You’ released and more on the way, ASHY (Aswini Batchelor) is the freshest pop talent coming out of Christchurch. At only 19, she is bristling with energy and intellect, and is no s...
Interview: Jonas Bloquet talks “The Nun”
If you haven't heard about Corin Hardy's upcoming horror film, The Nun, the latest release in the 'Conjuring Universe' then where the hell have you been hiding? The film is a veritable hit. Yes, it's the same f...
Interview with The Jungle Giants’ lead guitarist Cesira Aitken
Australian band The Jungle Giants are hot on the airwaves with the release of their 2017 album Quiet Ferocity. They’ll be heading to New Zealand for a one-night show in Auckland.Our writer, Grace Hood-Edwards c...
Interview: Director Corin Hardy discusses his new film “The Nun”
If you haven't heard about Corin Hardy's upcoming horror film, The Nun, the latest release in the 'Conjuring Universe' then you've probably heard about the controversy surrounding it. Yes, it's the same film wh...
Interview: Taissa Farmiga talks “The Nun”
If you haven't heard about Corin Hardy's upcoming horror film, The Nun, the latest release in the 'Conjuring Universe' then you've probably heard about the controversy surrounding it. Yes, it's the same film wh...
Interview: Jason Statham, Ruby Rose, and Li Bingbing talk “The Meg”
Directed by Jon Turteltaub, The Meg is a blockbuster B-movie with action, thrills, and Jason Statham punching sharks. What more could you want from a summer blockbuster? Apparently not much, as the film has bee...
Interview: Playwright Sam Brooks discusses his latest play ‘Burn Her’
Sam Brooks is one of New Zealand's most exciting young contemporary playwrights. Known for his searing wit, snappy dialogue, and incisive commentary, the prolific playwright Brooks has won the Bruce Mason Award...
Talking Comedy with Heath Franklin’s “Chopper”
While the name Heath Franklin may not be immediately recognisable to the uninitiated Kiwi comedy fan, his comedic alter-ego,"Chopper", needs no introduction (though we gave him one regardless). Shawn Moodie tal...
Talking Comedy with Pax Assadi – 2018 NZ International Comedy Festival
Kiwi comic Pax Assadi is a comedian on the rise. The half Iranian, half Pakistani comedian was a Fred Award Finalist in 2016 for his NZ International Comedy Festival show Mid Season Form, and now he is back wit...