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

Get social with Boyzone:

www.boyzonenetwork.com/

www.facebook.com/Boyzone/

www.twitter.com/theREALboyzone

www.instagram.com/boyzoneofficial

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.

RED BULL FRESH PRODUCE ART SHOW

New Zealand art appreciators will have a one time opportunity to purchase work sourced direct from artist’s studios’ around the country this November.

Red Bull Fresh Produce – Straight from the Studio, will be held at Red Bull HQ Auckland November 24 – 25 2018.

For one weekend only an array of handpicked artworks will be on display from a massive lineup of artists. The works will be an accessible price and of a “domestic friendly” scale.

Organised by producers Shea O’Neill (Sideroom.com) and Ross Liew (Cut Collective), who have been involved in the making, sourcing and presenting of art for nearly 20 years, Red Bull Fresh Produce draws on the networks of artists they have worked with over this time.

While offering up fresh work from new, emerging and established artists, the event won’t be without some nostalgia for Auckland art fans that grew up going to Red Bull art events and following the activity of Sideroom.com and Cut Collective.

THE KINGDOM CHOIR ANNOUNCE NEW ZEALAND TOUR

ROYAL WEDDING GOSPEL CHOIR
THE KINGDOM CHOIR ANNOUNCE NEW ZEALAND TOUR
AUGUST 2019

TEG Live proudly present Royal Wedding Gospel Choir, The Kingdom Choir, for their inaugural New Zealand tour in August 2019, with tickets to go on sale 12pm Friday 26 October through Ticketek.

The Kingdom Choir will play Auckland’s Vodafone Events Centre on Saturday 10 August 2019 and Christchurch Town Hall on Sunday 11 August 2019.

Following their show-stopping performance of 'Stand By Me’ at the Royal Wedding, in front of nearly 2 billion people, The Kingdom Choir have attracted worldwide acclaim and will perform at the Closing Ceremony of the Invictus Games Sydney on 27 October.

Their performance at the Closing Ceremony coincides with the worldwide release of their highly anticipated album on Friday 26 October through Sony. 

The album includes ‘Stand By Me’ as well as a cross section of classic and contemporary vocal driven hits including ‘Halo’ (Beyoncé), ‘Fix You’ (Coldplay), ‘All Of Me’ (John Legend), as well as ‘Blinded By Your Grace Part 2’ (Stormzy).

TRACKLISTING:

1. Stand By Me

2. All Of Me

3. I Say a Little Prayer

4. Blinded By Your Grace Pt.2

5. Make You Feel My Love

6. Something Inside So Strong

7. Halo

8. Golden

9. Lovely Day

10. Harvest for the World

11. Fix You

12. Amazing Grace

13. Chases

14. You’re The Voice

15. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

The choir was founded in London 1994 by award-winning conductor Karen Gibson. The group of singers from in and around London draw from various Christian traditions and are dedicated to creating a sound that demonstrates the community they share through their warm energy and enthusiastic performance. 

Karen Gibson said on the announcement of their New Zealand tour: “The Kingdom Choir are absolutely delighted with the journey of the past few months. We are extremely grateful and excited about the opportunity to share our music with our New Zealand fans.”

Geoff Jones, TEG CEO and Invictus Games Sydney Board Member said: “After capturing the adoration of the world at the Royal Wedding earlier this year, it’s only fitting that The Kingdom Choir perform at the Games founded by His Royal Highness The Duke of Sussex. The Invictus Games Sydney has seen 500 competitors from 18 nations compete in 11 medal sports, and the Closing Ceremony at Qudos Bank Arena will roundout what has been a wonderful event.”

THE KINGDOM CHOIR
NEW ZEALAND TOUR DATES

Saturday 10 August 2019           Vodafone Events Centre, Auckland
Sunday 11 August 2019                 Christchurch Town Hall

TICKETS ON SALE
12PM FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER 2018
www.ticketek.co.nz

THE KINGDOM CHOIR: https://kingdomchoir.com/
ORDER NEW ALBUM HERE

SOCIAL DIARY HEADS TO NZ!

818 is excited to be welcoming Tiffany Farrington and the awesome team from Social Diary to Auckland host an exclusive lunch for 50 guests to celebrate, unite and spoil our fabulous NZ PR, events and media industry!

Social Diary is an online network of PRs, Brands & Media that has been hugely successful in uniting the PR industry in Australia since 2004.  The service provides a Diary to avoid clashing media events; a Daily Newsletter full of media contacts, Editorial Opportunities, Celebrity info, co-branding opps and much more as well as databases of journos, brands and talent.

Our local PR and events industry is absolutely thriving and we can’t wait to welcome the team here next week and help launch this incredible service locally.

For more information on Social Diary please get in touch with Chris HERE:

WHAT'S ON IN OCTOBER

There’s only three months left in 2018, but it’s filled with some of the best events of the year. Whether it’s movies, sports or a good cocktail, you’ll find something up your alley this October.

STRAY

This October, you’ll be in the cinema every week thanks to this month’s releases. Kicking off October’s newest releases is Stray, an award-winning drama about the relationship between a young man on parole and a woman seeking shelter a long way from home. Stray not only broke NZ crowd-funding records, but is the first kiwi movie to be selected for the Moscow International Film Festival, with Kieran Charnock winning Best Actor. 

Released on October 4th. See the trailer below.

SHE SHEARS

She Shears follows the inspirational story of 5 female sheep shearers and their journey to New Zealand’s premiere shearing and woolhandling competition, the Golden Shears. Known predominantly as a male sport, this insight to the shearing industry will be of interest to even the most inner-city of people.

Released on October 11th. See the trailer below.

A STAR IS BORN

The long-awaited acting debut of Lady Gaga is almost here and it’s already been met with stellar reviews. In Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut, we see his character guide a young singer (Lady Gaga) to fame in the 1937 musical remake. With five star reviews all around the board and Oscar buzz on everyone’s mind, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Released on October 18th. See the trailer below.

THE SPRING BLOSSOM ROOFTOP POP-UP

Celebrate the arrival of springtime with cherry blossoms, jazz music and sweet treats with one last pop-up at The Glass Goose this Friday, 5thOctober. Federal Street will be lit up in millennial pink as you enjoy a speciality SOHO wine cocktail while helping children in need.

Check it out here: https://www.facebook.com/events/852822921593466/?event_time_id=852822931593465

SKY CITY BREAKERS

Kicking off on October 11th, the Sky City Breakers will start their new season under the guidance of ex-NBA player Matt Walsh. This season, Matt hopes to bring a fresh approach to New Zealand basketball. There are 14 home games this season, with an opportunity to catch a game at Spark Arena from October to February. 

Get your tickets here: http://www.nzbreakers.basketball/pages/booking-your-tickets

THE MERCHANTS OF BOLLYWOOD

Just in time for Diwali comes The Merchants of Bollywood, a colourful, cultural experience filled with song and dance. The show boasts some of Bollywood’s biggest names, both on and off the stage, including Salim-Sulaiman, composers of the show and over 100 Bollywood movies and multiple television scores. 

Purchase tickets here: https://www.aucklandlive.co.nz/show/merchants-of-bollywood#tickets-times

DIWALI

Join the Diwali festivities at Aotea Square this Labour weekend, and enjoy live music, dance, and all the Indian cuisine you could ask for. Featuring a Bollywood dance competition, talent shows, classical music and more, the two-day festival will finish with a fireworks display on Sunday night.

Learn more here: https://www.heartofthecity.co.nz/auckland-events/festivals/auckland-diwali-festival-0

ANDERSON .PAAK & THE FREE NATIONALS WITH SPECIAL GUEST NAI PALM (HAITUS KAIYOTE)

ANDERSON .PAAK & THE FREE NATIONALS have announced a massive summer show in Auckland on January 12th!

Tickets for all shows go on sale at 12pm Wednesday, September 26.
 
My Live Nation members can secure tickets first during the exclusive pre-sale beginning 12pm Tuesday, September 25 until 11am Wednesday, September 26.
 
For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.co.nz.
 
Minty fresh and overflowing with renewed energy as Dr. Dre finishes twiddling the knobs on his hugely anticipated third album, Anderson .Paak is back with a bang. Making a huge return to New Zealand, the Californian singer, rapper and producer arrives armed with his newest singles ‘Til It’s Over’ and ‘Bubblin’ – two new slices of trademark realness.
 
Originally from Oxnard California, Paak was first exposed on Dre’s final album “Compton”, as he was given space to showcase his considerable skills. He then sent eager ears into overdrive with the release of the Grammy winning album “Malibu” featuring killer collaborations with Kaytranada (‘Glowed Up’) and Snakehips (‘Money On Me’). The first Anderson release arrived in 2013 as an all-covers EP, “Cover Art: before issuing a full album “Venice” a year later.
 
Grammy nominated composer, instrumentalist, producer, vocalist, poet and frontwoman of neo-soul quartet Hiatus Kaiyote, Australia’s NAI PALM will join Anderson .Paak as special guest in Auckland.
 
After selling out their 2018 New Zealand tour in just minutes, fans will need to move fast in order to secure their spot for what’s sure to be one of summer’s best festival sideshows. 

ANDERSON .PAAK & THE FREE NATIONALS

LOGAN CAMPBELL CENTRE, AUCKLAND — SATURDAY JANUARY 12

TICKETS ON SALE 12PM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Live Nation pre-sale begins 12pm Tuesday, September 25 until 11am Wednesday, September 26

CRAZY RICH ASIANS AND THE HANGOVER'S KEN JEONG SET TO STAR IN AUSSIE BLOCKBUSTER ‘OCCUPATION:RAINFALL’

Hot on the heels of breaking box office records around the world, Crazy Rich Asians star, Ken Jeong is heading to Australia to shoot a starring role in Occupation: Rainfall, the sequel to the 2018 Australian sci fi blockbuster.

Jeong will touch down in early October, shooting in locations across Australia including the Hunter Valley and the Gold Coast. Jeong joins local favorites Dan Ewing, Stephanie Jacobsen, and Temuera Morrison who reprise their roles in the franchise. Director Luke Sparke returns to helm the sequel with Monster Pictures on board as distributors across Australia and New Zealand.

 Luke Sparke says - "We're building a whole new world with Occupation: Rainfall and to have Ken join the film alongside our awesome returning cast members is mind blowing. I’ve admired his work and his successes for years and can’t wait to see what brings to the project when he arrives here to shoot in October.”

Clay Epstein of Filmmode, who sold the first film into the international market says - “We are extremely excited about the follow up to what has already proven to be a huge success all over the world.  This is a testament not only to Luke’s talent as a filmmaker but to audiences’ hunger for entertaining and well produced films.  With even bigger F/X and more at stake on the screen, Occupation: Rainfall is going to conquer the marketplace.”

Occupation: Rainfall picks up two years into the intergalactic invasion of earth, survivors of Sydney fight back in a desperate ground war. As causalities mount by the day, the resistance and their unexpected allies, uncover a plot that could see the war come to a decisive end. With the Alien invaders hell bent on making earth their new home, the race is on to uncover it first.    

 The film will be will be produced by mother and daughter duo Carly & Carmel Imrie (Occupation, Red Billabong). Joining them is American co-executive producer Todd Williams (The Nun, Alex and Me) and co-writer Felix Williamson (Avalon Now, The Circle). 

Grant Hardie of Monster Pictures says “We see massive growth potential for the franchise, the Occupation team did an amazing job with the first film so we naturally wanted to be on-board for the sequel. Working together we hope to deliver the biggest science fiction blockbuster Australian audiences have ever seen” 

Jeong can currently be seen in the box office sensation Crazy Rich Asians as well as upcoming films Goosebumps 2, Boss Level and Wonder Park.  In 2019, he will serve as a judge on Fox's celebrity singing competition The Masked Singer. Jeong is also set to headline his first standup comedy special for Netflix, Ken Jeong: First Date, which will be directed by Crazy Rich Asians director Jon M. Chu.

FATBOY SLIM ANNOUNCES FIVE-DATE NATIONWIDE NEW ZEALAND TOUR

A career spanning over four decades and one of the original godfathers of dance music, Fatboy Slim aka Norman Cook, was a key pioneer of the big beat genre of the nineties, with certified hits “Right Here, Right Now”, “The Rockafeller Skank” and “Praise You” coming from four albums since 1996.

Kiwis will need to Eat, Sleep, Rave, Repeat in order to prepare themselves for the mind and genre-bending multi-visual effects and stage presence that comes with a Fatboy Slim show. He has played to 250,000+ people on Brighton Beach, headlined festival and arena shows around the world, but nothing of this magnitude and depth that goes into the heart and soul of New Zealand. Fatboy Slim last performed in New Zealand at a sold-out headline show at Vector Arena in 2012, and prior to that was closing out the Boiler Room at Big Day Out in 1999 (yes, that was 20 years ago). His re-appearance on the touring circuit will no doubt spark the re-appearance of ravers (young and old) across dance floors around the country.
 
Cook's success lies in his ability to blend funky breakbeats with the most catchy melodies and riffs, and he has reached a wider audience than many DJs by combining elements of rock and dance music. Cook holds the Guiness World Record for the most top 40 hits under different names, and as a solo act, he has won ten MTV Video Music Awards and two Brit Awards.
 
Fatboy Slim will be supported by Dick Johnson. Local support acts to be announced.
 
For further tour details visit www.endeavour.live/fatboyslim 
 

FATBOY SLIM NZ TOUR DATES
FRI, JAN 25  CLAUDELANDS ARENA   HAMILTON
SAT, JAN 26  CHURCH ROAD WINERY   NAPIER
TUE, JAN 29  THE HUNTER LOUNGE   WELLINGTON
WED, JAN 30  THE GLOUCESTER GREEN   CHRISTCHURCH
FRI, FEB 1 CARGO BREWERY at WAITIRI CREEK  QUEENSTOWN

 
TICKET PRESALE INFORMATION
*All shows are R18
 
NAPIER, WELLINGTON, CHRISTCHURCH & QUEENSTOWN
Registrations for Presale Tickets open: Thursday, 13 September 2018 8am
Registrations for Presale Tickets close: Thursday, 13 September 2018 11:59pm
Fatboy Slim Presales begin: Friday, 14 September 2018 9am
Fatboy Slim General Public: Friday, 14 September 2018 2pm

HAMILTON
Registrations for Presale Tickets open: Thursday, 13 September 2018 8am
Registrations for Presale Tickets close: Sunday, 16 September 2018 11:59pm
Fatboy Slim Presales begin: Monday, 17 September 2018 10am
Fatboy Slim Presales begin: Monday, 17 September 2018 2pm

WHAT'S ON IN SEPTEMBER

September is in full swing and there is plenty to get stuck into this month! Find our hot picks for the month below for some inspiration.

COMEDY

MELANIE BRACEWELL

Melanie Bracewell’s ‘Melodrama’ sold out at the Auckland International Comedy Festival, so she’s brought it back for 3 more shows. As the 2018 Billy T winner and writer for The Project and Wellington Paranormal, Mel can promise nonstop laughs that will have you recommending it to all your friends. 

Melodrama runs from the 6th to the 8th at the Basement Theatre.

Make sure you catch this young kiwi talent in action by purchasing tickets here.

SAM CAMPBELL

Sam Campbell’s award-winning show is in the thick of it at the Basement Theatre right now but fear not, there are still tickets available for his Friday and Saturday shows. After winning Most Outstanding Show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Sam has taken residence at the Basement to share his show with the people of Auckland. 

The Trough runs from the 4th to the 8th at the Basement Theatre.

For the wildest comedy show in town, buy tickets here.

FOOD

FREAKY

Looking for a new lunchtime spot? Wander down to Wakefield Street and you’ll find a new favourite with Freaky. The menu is quaint, but every dish is worth a try – from granola to fried chicken, the owner of Auckland favourite Prego is worth giving a go.

Check it out here.

WILLIAMS

Wynyard Quarter favourite Williams has now extended their services to offering dinner, six months after the doors have opened. From Wednesday to Sunday, you can now dine on meals like pulled pork tacos, lamb shoulder and a caramelised pineapple for dessert.

See the menu here.

LIVE MUSIC

P!NK

Kiwis are being spoilt for choice this month with many international artists hitting our shores. Kicking off the month is P!nk with a 6 date Auckland run. This is a show that will having you jaw-dropped – with acrobats and a giant Eminem inflatable filling Spark Arena with hits.

Limited tickets are still available so get in quick! Buy here.

CHER

Pop icon Cher is gracing Auckland with a performance that is set to engage audiences in a way that only a diva can. Having just appeared in the very successful Mamma Mia! 2, we can only hope for a performance of Fernando from the singer to top it off.

Get tickets here.

LISTEN IN

Hip Hop and Electronic fans will come together this month at Listen In, a spinoff of Australia’s Listen Out festival. A$AP Rocky, Skrillex, Skepta and more will take the stage at Auckland’s Spark Arena on the 28th.

Tickets, including VIP packages, are still available here.

VINCE STAPLES, WILKINSON LIVE, FLIGHT FACILITIES, TCHAMI & MALAA + MORE ANNOUNCED FOR RHYTHM ⚡️ VINES 2018

VINCE STAPLES, WILKINSON LIVE, FLIGHT FACILITIES, TCHAMI & MALAA + MORE ANNOUNCED FOR RHYTHM ⚡️ VINES 2018

It’s time to get shredding with the first release of acts for Rhythm ⚡ Vines 2018 now announced.

WATCH RELEASE VIDEO HERE

VIEW FESTIVAL ASSETS HERE

Vince Staples, Wilkinson Live, Tchami x Malaa [No Redemption], Flight Facilities, Duke Dumont, SASASAS, Sigma, Bicep Live, Fred V x Grafix, Habstrakt, Peggy Gou, SuperDuperKyle, Whethan, Baynk, Bob Moses, Bontan, Drax Project, Foals (DJ Set), Javi Bora, JessB, KiNK Live, L.A.B, Midland, Mija, Montell2099, Robinson, Set Mo, Sonny Fodera, Trei, Chores, Clicks, Deadbeat, DJ Sirvere x Che Fu x MC Romz, Eastern Bloc, Eno x Dirty, Hollywoo DJS, Jack Berry, Jon Lemmon, Josie Moon, K2K, Lee Mvthews, Openside, SNIFFERS, Soaked Oats, Teto + more to come.

Critically-acclaimed Californian rapper Vince Staples will headline the festival and isset to deliver one of the most highly anticipated performances of the year. Staples rose on to the scene in 2010 via a spate of Odd-Future related performances and now, two albums later,his career has exploded across the globe with eclectic collaborations with artists ranging from Bon Ivor, Damon Albarn (Blur, Gorillaz), Flume through to working with the who’s who of hip hop including Mac Miller, A$AP Rocky and Kendrick Lamar. Vince Staples joins an elite club of hip hop stars Gisborne has hosted over the 16 years of the festival, from Public Enemy (2009), Wiz Khalifa (2012), to more recently Chance the Rapper (2016) and ScHoolboy Q (2017). Vince Staples will perform on New Years Eve.

“Rhythm and Vines is a party after all and I think this lineup reflects this.” says Co-Founder Hamish Pinkham. “Whether it is leading live dance acts like Tchami x Malaa and Wilkinson, the high energy hip hop of Vince Staples, or supporting burgeoning stars like SuperDuperKyle or Bob Moses, there is something for everyone.”

British drum and bass producer Wilkinson is much loved by R&V fans with three performances at the field of dreams (Waiohika Estate) since 2013. However, Wilkinson has always promised to bring his live show down under for Kiwi fans and what better place to hear live performances of hits “Afterglow” and “Dirty Love” than in the Vines arena.  Wilkinson Live performs on December 29. 

Tchami x Malaa [No Redemption] show is not for the faint of heart and their performance on the 2nd night of Rhythm and Vines(December 30) will be true test of the festival attendees stamina. House fans will be pumped with the arrival of Confession label founder and future house pioneer Tchami to New Zealand, as well as the return of the deep, dark, masked wonder Malaa. Much speculation exists around who exactly is Malaa, with his identity remaining unknown. Could his identity be revealed in Gisborne?

Australian producer duo Flight Facilities career has steadily increased altitude since releasing their first original track“Crave You”in 2010. Since then they have been cruising above the clouds with sold out shows and festival performances right across the globe. Fresh from collaborations with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, through to our very own Broods, the euphoric, nipple-rubbing sounds of Flight Facilities will have the R&V masses vibing out on December 29.

Electronica fans will not be disappointed with this year’s lineup with electronic heavyweights Duke Dumont, Habstrakt, along with drum and bass acts Sigma and supergroup SASASAS today announced to headline the festival. Superclub and dance brand Space Ibiza will also be hosting the Rhythm Stage on December 30 with acts including Bicep Live, Javi Bora and more, bringing absolute scenes with pyrotechnics, confetti and other madness associated with the infamous party island.

R&B at R&V is represented with American indie rapper Kyle (labelled as SuperDuperKyle) and NZ’s very own hitmakers in Drax Project added to the lineup. The music discovery doesn’t stop there, with international performances from leading live dance acts Bob Moses, Whethan, Bontan, Set Mo, Foals DJ Set, Mija, Kink Live, Sonny Fodera and Peggy Gou.

Staying strong to the festivals roots, the New Zealand flag will be flying high with headline performances from Baynk, JessB, Montell2099 and L.A.B announced. Breakout singer songwriter Robinson has also been added alongside Che Fu who pops his Rhythm cherry, teaming up with the legendary DJ Sirvere (O.N.Z.M),and the Dunedin sound is in good hands with performances from on-the-rise bands Soaked Oats and Jack Berry.

A full schedule and final release of acts is due in November. With 3 Day Passes and Camping about to sell out in the coming weeks, limited single day tickets have now being released.

First release of acts for Rhythm and Vines 2018 include:

Vince Staples, Wilkinson Live, Tchami x Malaa [No Redemption], Flight Facilities, Duke Dumont, SASASAS, Sigma, Bicep Live, Fred V x Grafix, Habstrakt, Peggy Gou, SuperDuperKyle, Whethan, Baynk, Bob Moses, Bontan, Drax Project, Foals (DJ Set), Javi Bora, JessB, KiNK Live, L.A.B, Midland, Mija, Montell2099, Robinson, Set Mo, Sonny Fodera, Trei, Chores, Clicks, Deadbeat, DJ Sirvere x Che Fu x MC Romz, Eastern Bloc, Eno x Dirty, Hollywoo DJS, Jack Berry, Jon Lemmon, Josie Moon, K2K, Lee Mvthews, Openside, SNIFFERS, Soaked Oats, Teto + more to come.

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EDITOR NOTES:

• Rhythm and Vines is held at Waiohika Estate, Gisborne

• 15,000 Campers across 4 days of the festival, checking in on December 28

• 21,000 festival attendees over 3 days, with festival gates opening December 29 at 2pm

• This will be the 16th edition of Rhythm and Vines

• The festival ends up with over 100 acts across the 4 days of the festival. A final release of acts is expected towards end of November.

• The festival is expected to be sold out of 3 Day passes and camping within the coming weeks.

• 80% of tickets have been sold before releasing their lineup

• Rhythm and Vines is a finalist at this year’s Tourism Awards for their Tourism Marketing campaign in 2017. Up against Air New Zealand and Skycity Grand.

• In the fight against Ticket Scalping and Scammers, Rhythm and Vines recently announced their partnership with Tixel, providing a safe place for R&V customers to purchase and buy unwanted tickets.

DAYSPLIT:

DECEMBER 29

Flight Facilities, Duke Dumont, SuperDuperKyle, Bob Moses, Whethan, Cashmere Cat, Peggy Gou, Sonny Fodera, Set Mo, KiNK Live, Bontan

DECEMBER 30

Tchami x Malaa[NoRedemption], Fred V x Grafix, Habstrakt, Bicep Live, Midland, Javi Bora

DECEMBER 31

Vince Staples, Wilkinson Live, Sigma, SASASAS, Foals (DJ Set), Mija

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TIM MINCHIN BRINGS 'BACK' TO NZ IN APRIL

TIM MINCHIN, internationally renowned award-winning musician, comedian, actor, writer and composer, will return to New Zealand to play Auckland’s ASB Theatre Sunday 14th April before heading to Wellington`s Michael Fowler Centre on Thursday April 18th 2019.

Billed as “Old Songs, New Songs, F*** You Songs”, hinting at a set list of material from all corners of Minchin’s eclectic – and often iconoclastic – repertoire, BACK will be Minchin’s first live show in Aotearoa in over a decade. With a long history of sold out tours and his most recent Australian one-off performance as part of Dark Mofo in June selling out in under 15 minutes – fans will be given priority access to tickets via Ticketmaster Verified Fan © registration. 

Ticketmaster Verified Fan © registration will open at 9am Thursday, August 30 until 7pm Sunday, September 2 and will enable early access to tickets for verified fans from 12pm Wednesday, September 5, for 24 hours.

Tickets for all shows go on sale at 2pm Thursday, 6 September. For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.co.nz.

The music virtuoso also announced that a portion of this tour profits will be donated to a local charity in both Auckland and Wellington. In Auckland, this charity is Ngā Rangatahi Toa who work with young people who have been excluded or on the cusp of being excluded from mainstream education and in Wellington the charity will be Arohanui Strings-Sistema, a charitable trust offering high quality music classes free of charge to vulnerable children across the cities northern suburbs.

Minchin has been celebrated globally for writing the music and lyrics for “Matilda the Musical”, which has gone on to become one of the most acclaimed musicals of the last 20 years, winning a record 7 Olivier Awards, 13 Helpmann Awards and 5 Tony Awards. It continues to run in the West End and has already played in over 50 cities worldwide including a spectacular season in Auckland in 2017. 

Minchin also wrote music and lyrics for the musical adaption of “Groundhog Day”, which after an acclaimed limited run at The Old Vic in London in 2016, debuted on Broadway in April 2017 and won the Olivier Award for Best Musical in 2017.

Meanwhile, Minchin has ruffled feathers in Australia with his ARIA-nominated charity single, Come Home Cardinal Pell and the Marriage Equality parody, I Still Call Australia Homophobic. His UWA Graduation speech has been watched by tens of millions of people worldwide.

BACK will mark Minchin’s return to the stage, following several film and TV appearances which earned him a handful of acting accolades, including the Qantas Orry-Kelly Award at the 2017 Australians in Film Awards and a 2016 Logie Award for Most Outstanding Supporting Actor for The Secret River.

He most recently starred in the ABC 2018 comedy series “Squinters” and will appear as Friar Tuck in the up-coming Hollywood release “Robin Hood” in cinemas November 2018. In 2019 he will also star in “UPRIGHT”, a new eight-part drama series, which he will co-write with The Chaser’s Chris Taylor, actor-writers Leon Ford and Kate Mulvaney, and co-produce with Lingo Pictures for Foxtel and Sky UK.

“Not only is Tim Minchin outrageously funny, he is also a beautiful singer and pianist. His piano solos are enough on their own to warrant the entry price.” The Daily Telegraph 

“Minchin's music and lyrics are sophisticated, complicated and superbly clever” Stuff.co.nz

 “Tim Minchin's superb music and lyrics add to the infectiously playful atmosphere” Newshub Review of Matilda

“Minchin has enormous presence, a superior handle on self-deprecation, brilliant timing and an inexhaustible armoury of withering looks.” Courier Mail, Brisbane

TIM MINCHIN – BACK– NEW ZEALAND 2019

ASB THEATRE, AUCKLAND                                                           SUNDAY APRIL 14

MICHAEL FOWLER CENTRE, WELLINGTON                               THURSDAY APRIL 18

TICKETS ON SALE 2PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Ticketmaster Verified Fan® pre-sale starts 12pm, Wednesday September 5 until 12pm Thursday, September 6.

For complete tour and ticket information, visit:

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2018 MTV VMAS RECAP

The 2018 MTV Video Music Awards are over for another year and as always, it was a night filled with celebs, music and stellar performances. Kicked off by Cardi B and her ‘baby’ Kulture, which turned out to be a swaddled moon person, she introduced the first performance of the evening – Shawn Mendes.

While the show had no official hosts, Night School stars Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish delivered a monologue full of digs at the likes of Fifth Harmony and Lil Xan, just before announcing Nicki Minaj as the winner of Best Hip Hop Video for her song Chun-Li. Nicki later performed at the PATH World Trade Center Station to an audience of excited fans.

Performances were rife as stars like Ariana Grande, Panic! at the Disco and Post Malone with Aerosmith and 21 Savage took the stage to perform their hits. Jennifer Lopez also delivered a medley of her classics like Jenny from the Block and Love Don’t Cost a Thing combined with newer songs such as On the Floor. Shawn Mendes presented her with the coveted Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award for recognising her accomplishments in music and film.

The main event, Video of the Year was delivered to Camilla Cabello for her Havana music video with Young Thug, and also took out Artist of the Year. Cardi B and Childish Gambino tied for the most number of awards, at 3 each.

FULL LIST OF WINNERS:

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Jennifer Lopez

VIDEO OF THE YEAR

Camila Cabello featuring Young Thug – “Havana” – Syco Music/Epic Records 

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Camila Cabello – Syco Music/Epic Records  

SONG OF THE YEAR

Post Malone featuring 21 Savage – “rockstar” – Republic Records 

BEST POP

Ariana Grande – “No Tears Left To Cry” – Republic Records 

BEST NEW ARTIST (Presented by Taco Bell ®)

Cardi B – Atlantic Records 

BEST LATIN

J Balvin, Willy William – “Mi Gente” – UMLE/Republic Records 

BEST COLLABORATION

Jennifer Lopez featuring DJ Khaled & Cardi B – “Dinero” – Epic Records/Nuyorican Productions 

PUSH ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Hayley Kiyoko – Atlantic Records 

BEST HIP HOP

Nicki Minaj – “Chun-Li” – Young Money/Cash Money Records 

BEST ROCK

Imagine Dragons – “Whatever It Takes” – KIDinaKORNER/Interscope Records 

BEST DANCE

Avicii featuring Rita Ora – “Lonely Together” – Geffen Records 

VIDEO WITH A MESSAGE

Childish Gambino – “This Is America” – mcDJ/RCA Records 

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

The Carters – “APES**T” – Roc Nation/Parkwood Entertainment – Cinematography by Benoit Debie

BEST DIRECTION

Childish Gambino – “This Is America” – mcDJ / RCA Records – Directed by Hiro Murai

BEST VISUAL EFFECTS

Kendrick Lamar & SZA – “All The Stars” – TDE/Aftermath/Interscope Records – Visual Effects by Loris Paillier for BUF Paris

BEST ART DIRECTION

The Carters – “APES**T” – Roc Nation/Parkwood Entertainment – Art Direction by Jan Houlevigue, The Louvre

BEST CHOREOGRAPHY

Childish Gambino – “This Is America” – mcDJ/RCA Records – Choreography by Sherrie Silver

BEST EDITING

N.E.R.D & Rihanna – “Lemon” – i am OTHER/Columbia Records – Editing by Taylor Ward