ALL STAR CAST ASSEMBLE FOR PASIFIKA ACTION FILM

An all-star Pasifika and Māori cast whose international credits stretch across Alien: Covenant, Marco Polo, Star Wars, The Matrix Reloaded, Mortal Engines and Battleship have assembled in Tāmaki Makaurau for a brand-new action film, the directorial debut of director Kiel McNaughton – The Legend of Baron To’a.
 
Uli Latukefu (Alien: Covenant, Marco Polo), Nathaniel Lees (The Matrix Reloaded), Jay Laga’aia (Star Wars), John Tui (Battleship, Hobbs & Shaw), Shortland Street alumni Shavaughn Ruakere and Pua Magasiva, and Fasitua Amosa (Auckland Daze, Fresh Eggs) will star in the film which tells the story of a Tongan entrepreneur who returns to his old neighbourhood and inadvertently causes the theft of his late father’s valued pro wrestling title belt by some ruthless gangsters. When negotiation and diplomacy fail to get it back, he is forced to embrace his father’s legacy to reclaim the title.
 
“The all-star brown cast we have assembled for this film is amazing. I’ve always wanted my first feature to be an action film and with a great script from writer, John Argall, and some amazing action sequences put together by our world-class local crew, this film is going to be a lot of fun. I can’t wait to bring it to life.” said McNaughton.

The Legend of Baron To’a is produced by Kerry Warkia under the Brown Sugar Apple Grunt banner, McNaughton and Warkia are the pair responsible for the critically acclaimed films Waru and Vai and TV series, Auckland Daze, This is Piki and Find Me A Maori Bride.
 
The production also brings together a world renowned Kiwi stunt team lead by Augie Davis (Adrift, The Meg, Pete’s Dragon) and Andy Stehlin (X Men: Dark Phoenix, Hacksaw Ridge). 

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'FOALS' ANNOUNCE NEW ZEALAND SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS SIDESHOW

SECRET SOUNDS PRESENTS
2019 SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS SIDESHOW

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FOALS

An absolute math-rock juggernaut, FOALS is coming to New Zealand for one show at the Auckland Town Hall on Friday July 12 in the middle of a creative frenzy that has produced not one, but two new records. Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost (Part 1) was released in March, with Part 2 to follow later this year, signalling a return to the spasmodic angles of their debut Antidotes while simultaneously going further off-base than ever before.

From playing chaotic house parties in Oxford to becoming major festival headliners across Europe, Foals’ trajectory has been remarkable. Always eager to break boundaries, Foals’ new album ‘Everything Not Saved Will Be Lost – Part 1’ is the most ambitious statement of their career. It entered the UK charts at #2, with many critics tipping it as a contender for album of the year.

The band – Yannis Philippakis (vocals/guitar), Jimmy Smith (guitar), Jack Bevan (drums) and Edwin Congreave (keys) –will release ‘Part 2’ in the autumn.

“They’re two halves of the same locket,” explains Philippakis. “They can be listened to and appreciated individually, but fundamentally they are companion pieces.”

Foals have earned critical acclaim and fan devotion in equal measure, with highlights including Best Live Act at the Q Awards, Best Album at the NME Awards, 1.7 million album sales, and over half a billion streams at Spotify since 2015.

Their first visit to New Zealand since 2013, Foals will perform to Kiwi fans after headlining Australia’s Splendour in the Grass.

FRI 12 JULY · TOWN HALL · AUCKLAND

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FOALS

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LIVE NATION & SECRET SOUNDS PRESENT
RUEL

- Bringing his Painkiller Tour to New Zealand - 

Vocal prodigy RUEL is returning to New Zealand for one show in Auckland at the Bruce Mason Centre on May 24. Counting Elton John and Khalid among his fans, RUEL is taking the globe by storm, smashing show records, and he’s only 16 years old. 

Tickets for go on sale at 11am Friday, April 12.

My Live Nation members can secure tickets first during the exclusive pre-sale beginning 4pm Thursday April 11 until 9am Friday, April 12. 

Fans who sign up to the Audience Republic pre-sale beginning 4pm Thursday April 11 until 9am Friday, April 12 will get the chance to win a meet and greet + tickets. 

A transcendent new star on an unstoppable trajectory, the London-born, Sydney-based songwriter found himself on the ARIA podium as he took out the 2018 Breakthrough Artist gong for his soul-soaked banger ‘Dazed and Confused’, which landed in in triple j’s Hottest 100 alongside ‘Younger’, the youngest ever artist to win the coveted award.
 
Both tunes, taken from his ubiquitous debut EP Ready (+ 100 million global streams), were released amongst a tidal wave of hype which began to swell almost immediately around this young singer-songwriter as his extraordinary soul-tinged voice began to filter out.
 
His Like a Version rendition on triple j of Jack Garratt’s ‘Weathered’ alongside world-class producer and longtime mentor ‘M-Phazes’, showcased his undeniable singing chops and forced folks in the know, like Sir Elton John and Khalid to tip their hats.”
 
With these five-star endorsements, it was inevitable that fanbases would start mobilising worldwide and, with the help of ARIA platinum certified single ‘Younger’ and most recent heartbreaker Not Thinkin’ Bout You (check out the remix featuring Grammy nominated rapper GoldLink), shows have been selling out all over the globe.

In fact, Ruel’s first ever show in New York City late last year also became his first ever sold out NYC appearance, such is the demand for his addictive blend of glitchy electro-soul beds and vocals reminiscent of James Blake, Frank Ocean or even Khalid himself.

Last seen in New Zealand in October for an intimate show, RUEL is moving on up quickly and will hit the Bruce Mason Centre in Auckland on Friday May 24 in peak form after completing a run of his first headline shows through Asia and Australia where he’ll be the youngest male artist to headline the iconic, Sydney Opera House…twice. Ruel’s raw talent is giving the industry a much-needed shakeup – don’t miss seeing this record breaker!

RUEL
NEW ZEALAND 2019

THE BRUCE MASON CENTRE, AUCKLAND FRIDAY MAY 24

TICKETS ON SALE 11AM FRIDAY APRIL 12
Audience Republic pre-sale begins 4pm Thursday, April 11 until 9am Friday April 12

Live Nation pre-sale begins 4pm Thursday, April 11 until 9am Friday April 12

For complete tour and ticket information, visit: oneruel.com & livenation.co.nz

FIRST LOOK AT THE BRAND NEW 'THE CHILLS' FEATURE FILM RELEASED

Fresh from a sell-out world premiere at the prestigious SXSW film festival in Austin, Texas, the debut trailer for ‘The Chills: The Triumph & Tragedy of Martin Phillipps’ has today been released.
 
In cinemas nationwide on May 2nd, the film is an intimate cinematic portrait of the eccentric Martin Phillipps and his band The Chills. One of New Zealand’s most important songwriters, Phillipps startling sense of humour - even in the blackest moments, will captivate audiences.
 
The film travels with Phillipps as he faces the jarring reality of his mortality, reconciles a lifetime’s worth of curious collections and looks back on a catalogue of heavenly pop hits. Rediscover the music that personifies 1980s New Zealand, when people loved their leather jackets and lived through the doldrums.
 
Directed by Julia Parnell of Notable Pictures (Wilbur: The King in the Ring, Anthems) and co-directed by Rob Curry (Way of the Morris, The Ballad of Shirley Collins) this is a powerful documentation of one of our most colourful musical icons. Early reviews have called it ‘Gritty, grainy, colourful and unusually intimate” EYE FOR FILM and ROLLING STONE said, “This is what a living legend looks and sounds like."
 
“Martin is captivating, articulate and surprisingly clear-eyed about his life and work,” said Parnell. “Our film, alongside Martin, picks apart a lifetime of memories, and as his precious items are discarded and redistributed, we discover the powerful stories behind it all. Martin’s story tells us that in the end, you can’t run from the truth, no matter how high you rise in life, or how far you fall.”
 
“When I realised that my health might limit my ability to tell my own story, I became very focused on what I needed to achieve with the time I had left,” said Phillipps. “It was important that I honestly confronted what had happened in the past - the highs and the lows. I feel I can stand tall now. This movie is a psychedelic tapestry of tragedy and success that will take people on an unexpected voyage.”
 
The film will be released nationwide on May 2nd following a gala premiere in Dunedin on May 1st, coinciding with the launch of New Zealand Music Month.

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COMPLEXIONS CONTEMPORARY BALLET - A MATCHLESS AMERICAN DANCE COMPANY

Direct from New York and celebrating their 25th anniversary, world-renowned Complexions Contemporary Ballet returns to Auckland this May showcasing their distinctive brand of sheer passion, awe-inspiring skill and pure physically set to the iconic soundtracks of musical maestros - J.S. Bach and David Bowie.
 
Across two stunning dance works, sixteen phenomenal dancers from the prestigious company, led by world renowned choreographer Dwight Rhoden and dance virtuoso Desmond Richardson, will take to The Civic stage for five breathtaking performances which reviewers have described as a ‘sublime fusion of dance and exquisite ballet technique’. Set in two acts, the first an awe-inspiring dance to the classical works of Bach, showcasing the technical perfection, musicality and versatility of the company; the second is a dazzling homage to the iconic and chameleon spirit of David Bowie, fusing his greatest hits to form a rock-inspired ballet in his honour.
 
This year will see the Complexions Contemporary Ballet celebrate their 25th anniversary with a gala ball in New York City. Well known as one of the world’s most progressive and respected dance companies, the company has performed to audiences all around the world. Of Bach to Bowie, Broadway World called the show ‘A timeless piece of contemporary art’, while Billboard Magazine described the show as ‘inventive, emotionally satisfying and just plain joyful’ and the company ‘utterly transfixing’.
 
Auckland Live director Robbie Macrae looks forward to welcoming the company to Auckland in May. “Auckland Live is dedicated to bringing the world’s most innovative and dynamic performing arts companies to Aotearoa, New Zealand. Complexions Contemporary Ballet is one such company and we are delighted to bring this extraordinary ensemble back to Auckland,” says Mr Macrae.
 
Complexions Contemporary Ballet’s Bach to Bowie will run from Thursday 9 - Sunday 12 May at The Civic. Tickets go on sale Wednesday March 20, 9am. Tickets*: Premium Elite, $125, Premium, $84.90. For more information and to book tickets go to www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/complexions *Service fees apply.

In celebration of the company’s commitment to fostering young talent, Auckland Live has created a special student group price of $10** a ticket, while available. For more information please contact groups@ticketmaster.co.nz. **Terms and Conditions apply

‘THE FRONT LAWN’ REUNITES TO BRING CLAYMATION KIDS SERIES ‘KIRI AND LOU’ TO LIFE

The friendship between two prehistoric creatures (Kiri, a feisty little dinosaur and Lou, a gentle, dreamy creature) has rekindled the creative partnership of two of NZ’s best loved artists, Harry Sinclair and Don McGlashan, who collaborated in the 80s as musical comedy performance duo ‘The Front Lawn’.

Aimed at children aged 3-7, and set in the prehistoric forest of Aotearoa, Kiri and Lou is a gently humorous series, helping children (and their parents!) learn to handle their emotions. Written and directed by Sinclair (Topless Women Talk About Their Lives, The Price of Milk) and with songs co- written with McGlashan, an all-star cast has assembled for the project. Jemaine Clement voices the role of Lou, with Olivia Tennet playing Kiri, and Kiwi favourites Rima Te Wiata, Jaquie Brown, Josh Thomson and Mark Wright also lend their vocal talents to the ensemble cast.

Producer Fiona Copland has teamed with Sinclair and with world class animation director Antony Elworthy (lead animator on Wes Anderson’s recent Isle of Dogs) to form a new stop motion animation studio, Stretchy, based in Christchurch. The studio has attracted top animators from around the world and is presently underway with a second series of Kiri and Lou.

“We are trying to make something truly beautiful for kids, which celebrates New Zealandness, and draws the audience into a charming world where kindness rules,” says Sinclair.

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Watch the series now at https://www.tvnz.co.nz/shows/kiri-and-lou

RUSSELL HOWARD HEADS BACK TO NZ IN 2020 FOR HIS 'RESPITE WORLD TOUR'

After the global success of Netflix special Recalibrate, The Russell Howard Hour - which spawned over 127 million views worldwide on social media - and 2017 international record-breaking sell-out tour Round The World, RUSSELL HOWARD, one of the UK’s most successful comedians, returns to NZ with his largest world stand-up tour to date, Respite.
 
Direct from a UK arena tour including two shows at London’s Wembley Arena and runs in Europe, America and Canada, the New Zealand premiere of Respite will commence on Monday 27 July 2020 in Auckland and will be followed by performances in Wellington and Christchurch. Breaking the record for the biggest ever stand-up show in China on his last tour, Russell will then return to play Shanghai and Beijing and go on to perform in India and South Africa, visiting 5 continents, 24 countries and 51 cities. 
 
Tickets for all shows go on sale at 3pm on March 6. The Live Nation pre-sale is on now until 2pm Wednesday. March 6. For complete tour and ticketing details, visit: livenation.co.nz.
 
In addition to Russell breaking a record in China on his 2017 sell-out international tour, Round the World, he played 10 consecutive sold out nights at London’s Royal Albert Hall, breaking the venue’s record previously held by Frank Sinatra and Barry Manilow for eight shows in a row. The tour led to a global release of Netflix special, Recalibrate.
 
Russell most recently returned to our screens to offer his unique and acclaimed perspective on international news and current affairs with the second series of The Russell Howard Hour, which was broadcast simultaneously in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Every episode is available to watch worldwide on Russell’s YouTube channel which has over 645,000 subscribers. Series one attracted over 127 million global views across social media and a further series three and four were commissioned whilst series two was on air.
 
Russell has a social media following of over 3.4 million Facebook fans around the world with more followers than any other British comedian. 
 
After completely selling out his Australian season of Wonderbox in 2014 and Round the World in 2017 – Respite will be one not to be missed.
 

“it’s thrilling to see Howard with fire in his belly” ★★★★★ Metro

“World domination is looming… he has grown darker, angrier and more satirical on stage. His sets deal with everything from foreign policy to his fear of death, and he rages as much as he teases” The Sunday Times, UK

RUSSELL HOWARD – RESPITE
NEW ZEALAND 2020

ASB THEATRE, AUCKLAND                            MONDAY 27 JULY, 2020
OPERA HOUSE, WELLINGTON                       TUESDAY 28 JULY, 2020
TOWN HALL, CHRISTCHURCH                       THURSDAY 30 JULY, 2020

TICKETS ON SALE 3PM WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6
Live Nation pre-sale on now till until 2pm Wednesday, March 6
 
For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.co.nz

RED BULL MUSIC PRESENTS: LADI6, MEER, YAYNÉ, ANDY HEARTTHROB AND ENO X DIRTY THIS MARCH

Red Bull Music is proud to bring to life a catalogue of sounds curated by MADCAP across two dates in Auckland and Wellington featuring performances by Ladi6, Meer, Andy HeartThrob and Eno x Dirty.

 Red Bull Music Presents is the event series praised for connecting the country's top breakout artists with our leading tastemakers, and this time around is no different. Playing this March in Wellington (San Fran on March 8th) and Auckland (Royal Auckland Yacht Squadron on March 9th). The curated lineup boasts wide-ranging diversity with each creative being given a platform to showcase the fierceness of their skill. Wellington's all-female show will be particularly special as a part of the Milk & Honey International Women's Day Program as well as a guest spot by neo-soul singer Yayné.

The Auckland show will be kicking off at 6pm, making the most of Westhaven Marina’s idyllic sunset spot.

Tickets for these must see shows are only $10 with RSVP and $20 without. RSVPs are open now via the links below.

KEY INFO

 Wellington @ San Fran (Friday 8th March) RSVP here

Auckland @ Royal Auckland Yacht Squadron (Saturday 9th March) RSVP here

To vist the event Facebook page click HERE http://bit.ly/RBMP-WLG-FB

GRAMMY WINNERS GRETA VAN FLEET ANNOUNCE NEW NZ TOUR DATE

2019 US Grammy Award winning rockers Greta Van Fleet have rescheduled their recently cancelled New Zealand show for September!

The band had to unfortunately postpone the Auckland leg of their “March of the Peaceful Army” World Tour in February due to their Grammy nomination. On Sunday, the band took out their first ever Grammy Award for Best Rock Album, for their From The Fires EP.

The new show will take place on Tuesday, September 10 at the Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland.
 
Fans who purchased tickets for the cancelled show will have access to an exclusive pre-sale for the new show from Ticketmaster.

GRETA VAN FLEET
SEPTEMBER 10
LOGAN CAMPBELL CENTRE

Pre-sale tickets will be available from 9am Thursday February 14 until 10am Friday February 15
General Onsale from 11am Friday February 15
Ticketmaster.co.nz

Music fans were first introduced to Greta Van Fleet Josh Kiszka/vocals, Jake Kiszka/guitars, Sam Kiszka/bass & keys, and Danny Wagner/drums - in March 2017 with the release of the band's debut single Highway Tune that held the #1 position on U.S. Rock Radio Charts for five consecutive weeks and on Canada's Active Rock Radio Charts for nine straight weeks.  
 
Twenty-seventeen went on to be a wild ride of sold-out concerts in North America and Europe, glowing press, accolades from a slew of fellow artists from Elton John to Nikki Sixx to Justin Bieber, millions of YouTube video plays and Spotify streams, two #1 EPs, a Gold record in Canada, and most importantly, the genesis of an extraordinary connection with their fans.
 
The band’s debut album, Anthem of the Peaceful Army, was released in October 2018 (Lava/Republic Records). It has turned the rock world upside down, there hasn't been a rock record to light the fires like this in a long time!
 
The album’s first radio track, When The Curtain Falls, exploded at Rock Radio and has so far accumulated more than 18.5-million streams, and four million-plus views of the music video. 

RED BULL MUSIC PRESENTS 64 BARS LIVE, CURATED BY DAVID DALLAS

Masterfully curated by New Zealand hip-hop icon David Dallas, Red Bull Music 64 Bars has showcased some of the finest emerging rap talent in the country over the past seven seasons and for one night only, NZ’S finest underground hip-hop talent is stepping out of the booth and onto the stage as part of Red Bull Music 64 Bars Live.

Held on Saturday Feb 9 that Ponsonby Social Club, Red Bull Music 64 Bars Live will see 11 of the projects alumni take the stage for an intimate live performance in front of a home town crowd. This must-see show will feature sets from alumni JessB, MELODOWNZ, Nauti, Jane Deezy, Stanza Blade, iLLa, Diggy Dupe, Dharmarat, Church Leon, IMAG€ and Swade Wallace. Each rapper will take centre stage to flex their skills in a quick-fire round-for-round style.

Red Bull Music 64 Bars has been the launchpad for local underground rap artists over the past seven seasons, and for many of them 2018 was their biggest year yet. JessB scored nominations for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Best Hip-Hop Artist at the New Zealand Music Awards, all thanks to her impressive debut EP Bloom. Avondale emcee MELODOWNZ released his double EP Melo & Blues and the High Beams mini album with Illbaz and Raiza Biza to high praise, with both releases recorded at Red Bull Music Studios Auckland; and Church Leon made waves alongside AP with their self-assured single ‘Ready Or Not’.

Red Bull Music 64 Bars is curated by David Dallas, who brought the idea to life in 2015 after being inspired by international rap series like Sway’s ‘Five Fingers of Death’ challenge and Charlie Sloth’s legendary ‘Fire In The Booth’.

“Just as a rap nerd myself, I've always enjoyed watching things like this,” says David Dallas. “I was just like, ‘why isn't there something in New Zealand like that?’”

Red Bull Music Studios Auckland is where it all began, with every single performance filmed and recorded on site. 23 of New Zealand’s best up-and-coming lyricists have now come through the Auckland studios in the first seven seasons – and last year it went global, with hip-hop artists from Japan and South Africa taking part in the renowned series.

“We're trying to shine a light on talented artists that deserve it. That's it,” says David Dallas. “If you like seeing people rap, and if you appreciate the craft of lyricism, then this is something you'll enjoy.”

RED BULL MUSIC 64 BARS LIVE, CURATED BY DAVID DALLAS

Saturday February 9, Ponsonby Social Club, Auckland

Featuring: JessB, MELODOWNZ, Nauti, Jane Deezy, Stanza Blade, iLLa, Diggy Dupe, Dharmarat, Church Leon, IMAG€ and Swade Wallace.

WATCH ALL OF THE RED BULL MUSIC 64 BARS ALUMNI PERFORMANCES BELOW:

https://www.redbull.com/nz-en/projects/64-Bars-alumni

GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING MAREN MORRIS TO TOUR NZ THIS AUGUST

GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SINGER-SONGWRITER
MAREN MORRIS
TO BRING GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR TO NEW ZEALAND IN AUGUST 2019

TEG Live proudly present GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Maren Morris in New Zealand this August on her GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR, with tickets to go on sale 10am Wednesday 23 January from Ticketek.

 The GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR includes 40+ United States and international tour stops, with the New Zealand leg to include Auckland’s Logan Campbell Centre on Friday 16 August and Christchurch’s Town Hall on Saturday 17 August. 

Since arriving on the scene in 2016, the twenty-eight-year-old Nashville singer/songwriter has quickly established herself with vocal stylings that reflect her country, folk and pop influences.

Maren Morris is no stranger to New Zealand audiences, supporting Niall Horan on the Flicker World Tour in 2018 and her smash hit “The Middle” with electronic house DJ and producer Zedd, along with electronic duo, Grey, is on radio playlists across the country.

Morris also has five nominations at the upcoming 61st GRAMMY Awards to be held in February, including Record of the Year, Pop Duo/Group Performance, Country Solo Performance, Country Duo/Group Performance and Country Song.  In addition, the songwriters of the Zedd/Maren Morris/Grey-performed massive hit “The Middle” received a nomination for the all genre, general field category, Song of the Year.

 At 11.00am today, Maren Morris will release her new single “GIRL” to which GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR takes its title. The rousing new recording written by Morris and Australian Sarah Aarons (“The Middle,” Zedd/Maren Morris/Grey), along with GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter and producer Greg Kurstin (Adele, Sia), who also produced the new song, will be available to stream and download on all digital music platforms.

Stay up-to-date on Maren Morris by visiting her website www.MarenMorris.com or just click HERE.

MAREN MORRIS

GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR

NEW ZEALAND TOUR DATES 2019 

Friday 16 August 2019                      Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

Saturday 17 August 2019                Town Hall, Christchurch

MAREN MORRIS FAN CLUB PRE-SALE

10.00am Friday 18 January – 8.00am Saturday 21 January
Click HERE to sign up for the Maren Morris’ HEROES Fan Club.

TEG LIVE GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR PRE-SALE

10.00am Monday 21 January until 8.00am Wednesday 23 January
Click HERE to register for the TEG Live GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR pre-sale.

GENERAL PUBLIC ONSALE

10AM WEDNESDAY 23 JANUARY 2019

www.ticketek.co.nz

ANGUS AND JULIA STONE TO HEADLINE CONCERT SERIES IN NELSON, NAPIER AND NEW PLYMOUTH

Award-winning Australian folk rock/indie duo Angus and Julia Stone fly our way in March to headline the Harvest Moon concert series across Nelson, Napier and New Plymouth.

Following the release of their fourth studio album ‘Snow’ last year which features the lead single of the same name and the follow-up track ‘Chateau’, the duo completed a hugely successful sold-out tour of Australia. Now it is New Zealand’s turn.
 
Angus and Julia has secured themselves a staple name in the indie realm over their twelve-year career. After growing up in Sydney in 2006 where their musician father encouraged the siblings musical talent, Angus and Julia moved to London in 2006 where they recorded their second EP Heart Full of Wine in their flat. Their four albums have amassed multi-platinum sales and numerous ARIA and APRA awards at home, and won a fanbase of millions over spiralling tours of the UK, Europe and North America. The band have over 5 million listeners who tune in each month to stream their music from all over the world. They’ve also played at some of the worlds biggest festivals such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, & Austin City Limits.
 
The album Snow continues a process the siblings began at the suggestion of producer Rick Rubin on their self-titled album of 2014. “That was the first time that we actually started writing together, in the same room, and I guess we took a leaf from that chapter into this record. This time round though, every song on the record we wrote together” Angus says.

The latest we’ve heard from them are two acoustic covers - one of Drake’s ‘Passionfruit’ for Triple J’s iconic Like A Version, and another of 5 Seconds of Summer’s recent hit ‘Young Blood’. The two soulful jams are nearly at a combined two million streams within a few weeks of their release.
 
The last time New Zealand hosted the Aussie siblings was back in December 2017, when they came on their Snow tour and performed in iconic theatres across the country. This time for the Harvest Moon tour, they are playing beautiful outdoor locations across some of New Zealand’s most picturesque towns - ideal for the warm March weather.

In addition, Australian producer and multi-instrumentalist Jack River will make her debut appearance in NZ at all three shows, alongside New Zealand favourite Bic Runga, who will be performing in Nelson and New Plymouth dates, with further support to be added.

Presale Registrations Open: Monday 10th December 2018
Presale Registrations Close: Monday, 10th December 2018 11:59pm
Presale Tickets Onsale: Tuesday, 11th December 2018 midday
General Public Tickets Onsale: Wednesday, 12th December 2018 9am

Register now for the presales to secure earlybird tickets from $75, as well as going in the draw to win side of stage experiences and framed prints of the Harvest Moon presents Angus and Julia Stone poster.

For Full Tour and Information, head to www.endeavour.live

TOUR DATES

Friday, March 29 2019  -   Trafalgar Centre, Nelson
Saturday, March 30 2019  -  Church Road Winery, Napier
Sunday, March 31 2019  -  TSB Bowl of Brooklands, New Plymouth

NETSKY TO TOUR NEW ZEALAND IN 2019

Belgian DJ and producer and honorary Kiwi NETSKY (aka Boris Daenen) has announced his return to our shores this February for five massive solo shows across NZ, playing Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington and Hamilton, ending up centre court at Auckland’s ASB Arena in Feb/March 2019.

Netsky first fell in love with NZ when he made his debut in NZ at Rhythm and Vines in 2010. Since then he has returned six times to play at the festival, hired a Kiwi tour manager (Josh Smith) and even answered the call of duty when friend Dan Carter asked him to DJ at the All Blacks’ official after party when they won the World Cup in 2015. 2019 is set to be the biggest year of Netsky’s career to date and Kiwis have the honour of being the first to see him debut his Palmtrees & Powerlines world tour right here in NZ. Promising cutting-edge production, special effects, mind blowing pyrotechnics and visuals this is a show set to push boundaries and tickets will sell out.

Since arriving onto the scene in 2009, Netsky has performed some of the world's most iconic clubs, arenas and festivals including Coachella, Glastonbury, Ultra and Tomorrowland. He has released three acclaimed studio albums and collaborated with international artists at the top of their game such as Macklemore, Emeli Sande and Jauz. Netsky has also worked with the likes of Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, and Jack Ü resulting in iconic remixes that have become synonymous with sunshine and good times the world over.

At the beginning of 2017, after the sad passing of his father, Netsky made a decision to go off the grid and take a break from music. It was during this time, on a short trip to LA that Netsky was offered a 4 hour session with with prestigious producers Stargate (legendary for making monumental hits for Beyonce, Coldplay, Charli XCX and more). The initial four hour session turned into a year long project, collaborating with A-list artists and a new sonic direction emerging. Feeling ready to bring his focus back to his art, Netsky threw himself back into his music with this latest single ‘Ice Cold’ with French DJ and producer David Guetta a small taste of what he has to come.

Signing with Republic Records, the powerhouse label who represents Post Malone and Taylor Swift, Netsky is set to release his new album, Palmtrees & Powerlines in early 2019. In a first-of-its-kind partnership between Republic Records and Casablanca Records, the album is set be two distinct parts – Palmtrees is set to feature infectious pop music as Netsky diversifies his sound, while Powerlines delves into the darker, heavier side of his music, bringing the club tracks he’s known for to the table.

ANNOUNCE INFO + PRESALE

Official announce on Wednesday, December 12 2018 at 8am

AUCKLAND and HAMILTON

Presale Registrations Open: Wednesday 12th December 2018 8am

Presale Registrations Close: Wednesday, 12th December 2018 11:59pm

Presale Tickets Onsale: Thursday, 13th December 2018 midday

General Public Tickets Onsale: Friday, 14th December 2018 9am

Dunedin, Christchurch and Wellington onsale now. For full Tour and Ticket Information: www.netsky.co.nz

Thursday, February 21 2019 - Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin - Tickets Onsale Now

Saturday, February 23 2019 - Electric Avenue, Christchurch - Tickets Onsale Now

Wednesday, February 27 2019 - The Hunter Lounge, Wellington - Tickets Onsale Now

Friday, March 1 2019 - The Factory, Hamilton - Presale Registrations Open December 12 8am - 11:59pm

Saturday, March 2 2019 - ASB Arena, Auckland - Presale Registrations Open December 12 8am - 11:59pm

BOYZONE BRING THEIR THANK YOU AND GOODNIGHT FAREWELL TOUR TO NEW ZEALAND

After a quarter of a century together, the iconic Boyzone recently announced it’s time to say goodnight as they prepare for their farewell tour of the UK.  Kiwi fans will also get a chance to say goodbye to them in April next year when the Irish superstars hit our shores.  

Boyzone were one of the most endearing groups to emerge from the “boy band” music sphere and 90’s commercial pop.  They also happen to be one of the most successful bands in Ireland and the UK.  The group have sold 25 million albums worldwide, played stadiums & arenas all over the world, went onto release six albums and had almost two-dozen hits (including six No. 1 singles & five No. 1 albums).  Boyzone have also seen great success in NZ where their hit singles became staples at pop radio in the 90’s – songs such as Picture Of You, No Matter What, Love Me For A Reason and Father & Son.  

In conjunction with the tour, Boyzone have just released their final album Thank You & Goodnight last Friday though Warner Music. The album finds them collaborating with some very special guest songwriters in the shape of Ed Sheeran (Because) and Gary Barlow (Love).  Producers on the album include Xenomania’s Toby Scott, John Shanks (Take That, Westlife), young Swedish hitmakers Goldfingers and Steve Soloman (James Arthur, Jason Mraz). 

The album features 12 brand new tracks and the band are excited to share a very special tribute to Stephen Gately in the shape of a new song I Can Dream.  Boyzone came across a demo that Stephen originally recorded for his solo album in 2002 and they’ve had the opportunity to re-work the song and add their harmonies alongside his lead vocal. 

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to farewell Boyzone!

 Tickets on sale 29th November, 2018 

BOYZONE ‘THANK YOU AND FAREWELL’ TOUR DATES

Tuesday 9 April 

Spark Arena Auckland

Wednesday 10 April

TSB Arena Wellington

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RUSSIAN RESURRECTION FILM FESTIVAL 2018

2018 marks the 15-year anniversary for one of Australia’s and New Zealand’s favourite film festivals, the Russian Resurrection Film Festival. This year’s program is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever!  

The festival has released a sneak peek of the line-up confirming some of 2018’s most highly anticipated Russian films, which will screen in Australia and New Zealand this year. The festival will be showcasing some of the latest and best of Russian cinema and hosting some special events to mark the momentous 15-year milestone. 

The Russian Resurrection Film Festival will officially kick off on the 1st of November with a screening of hilarious comedy Night Shift, and an after-party at Newmarket favourite, Doolan Brothers. Guests can sample specialty vodka cocktails, immerse themselves in Russian entertainment and party with the DJ.

Night Shift (2018)

Leading Russian actor Konstantin Khabensky’s latest films Sobibor and Selfie have both been confirmed, along with a captivating new fantasy film The Last Warrior, figure skating melodrama Ice, a hilarious comedy about male strippers called Night Shift and Danila Kozlovsky’s directorial debut The Coach, released just before this year’s World Cup in Russia.

The retrospective collection for Russian Resurrection Film Festival 2018 will showcase a selection of award-winning Soviet films chosen to celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Lenfilm Studios in St. Petersburg and the 90-year anniversary of renowned director Vitaliy Melniko

Selfie (2018)

The Russian Resurrection Film Festival 2018 runs from the 16th to the 21st of November. For all screenings, see the Rialto or Russian Resurrection Film Festival websites.

Tickets are on sale now through the cinema box offices and http://rialto.co.nz. Further information at http://russianresurrection.com.