DILJIT DOSANJH ANNOUNCES NZ BORN TO SHINE TOUR

Fresh off the back of a ground-breaking Coachella performance, triple threat singer, actor and global entertainer Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has been making an epic splash on the world stage with his highly publicised Born To Shine tour, and New Zealand is up next. Presented by Ripple Effect Studio, Saregama Live and TEG Live, Dosanjh is set to delight his legions of fans in New Zealand, today announcing a one night only arena show for later this year at Spark Arena, Auckland on October 15.

Tickets to the Born To Shine tour will go on sale to the general public at 10am (local time) on Monday 7 August from Ticketek. There will be a TEG Live presale that will commence at 1pm (local time) on Thursday 3 August followed by a My Ticketek presale at 12 pm on Friday 4 August.

The first Indian artist ever to perform at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Diljit Dosanjh says, “The Born to Shine World tour has been an incredible experience for me. It has been 10 long years since I performed in New Zealand and it’s the perfect time to meet and entertain my fans there. It takes a lot to pull off shows like these and I really look forward perform for my fans down under.”

Sonali Singh, owner of Event company Ripple Effect Studio who also manages Diljit Dosanjh says, “We are immensely proud of the fact that Diljit has a great fanbase not only In India but also Internationally. The kind of response we received in US, Canada & UK has been beyond expectations. We have been getting a lot of messages from fans in New Zealand requesting Diljit to perform here. It’s time for us to listen to them and we are here, roaring to perform and enthrall our fans.”

Siddharth Anand Kumar, Sr. Vice President, Films & Events at Saregama India Ltd. Says, “We have had a great time working with Diljit Dosanjh on the Born To Shine World Tour. At Saregama, our motive is to organize events that give the audience a wholesome experience, something that they take with them back home and cherish for a long time. Diljit has a great fan base across the world and we are looking forward to an amazing response in New Zealand.”

TEG CEO Geoff Jones said “TEG is delighted to be bringing Punjabi sensation – Diljit Dosanjh to New Zealand after a long time. From entertaining fans all over India for many years now, through to selling out shows in the UK, to becoming the first ever Punjabi artist to perform at Coachella Festival in 2023, there’s no doubt that his Kiwi fans are in for a very special evening!”

Australian multi-platinum artist Illy and Goodna-based hip hop force Lisi have teamed up with Dosanjh for an official remix of his viral smash Chauffeur (Stream the remix HERE). With over 52million views on the original music video, Chauffeur broke into the top 5 on the New Zealand YouTube charts and has clocked almost 30million Spotify streams globally. 

Dosanjh is the only Indian artist to ever sell out Birmingham’s 15,000 capacity Utilita Arena, the first turbaned artist to be featured on the cover of Vogue India and the first turbaned artist to have his own wax figure at Madame Tussauds India.

Having performed in India, USA, Canada & UK, New Zealand is next up on the Born To Shine tour.

ON A GOOD DAY: THREE-DAY CONCERT SERIES COMES TO WELLINGTON THIS DECEMBER

You can’t beat Wellington On A Good Day – especially this December!

Live Nation is excited to launch a new concert series, On A Good Day, in Wellington this year presenting internationally acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy and GRAMMY-award winning indie-rock group The War On Drugs to the stage at Anderson Park. The final lineup will be revealed soon.

In partnership with WellingtonNZ, Live Nation will once again bring live music to the unbeatable setting of Anderson Park in Wellington’s Botanic Gardens this summer.

Warrick Dent, GM Events & Experience WellingtonNZ, “On a Good Day is a great addition to Wellington’s events calendar. The Botanic Gardens is the perfect spot for the series and will continue to ensure the capital retains its reputation as a destination for great events.”

Mark Kneebone, Managing Director of Live Nation New Zealand, “Continuing to invest in Wellington’s entertainment landscape and bring world-class acts to Pōneke is an ongoing priority for us and we look forward to On a Good Day becoming a calendar event showcasing top international and domestic talent in the capital.”

Dermot’s The Sonder Tour will grace the stage at Anderson Park, Wellington in 2023 for On A Good Day. From busking on the streets of Dublin to selling out stadiums around the world, Dermot has won over fan after fan with his passionate and burning lyrics that speak truth and honesty, delivering compelling music from the heart that connects with people across the globe. He exudes authenticity, both onstage and in his songs.

The War On Drugs head to New Zealand for the first time since 2018. With special guests Spoon, plus Indigo Sparke, the band head to Anderson Park in December 2023 in support of I Don’t Live Here Anymore, praised by GQ as “the band’s clearest, most vibrant, and upbeat.”

The final act to complete the series lineup will be announced soon.

ON A GOOD DAY – WELLINGTON 2023

DERMOT KENNEDY – THURSDAY NOVEMBER 30

THE WAR ON DRUGS – FRIDAY DECEMBER 1

ACT TO BE ANNOUNCED – SATURDAY DECEMBER 2

TRAILER UNVEILED FOR TOM SAINSBURY'S DEBUT FEATURE ‘LOOP TRACK’

Announced today, the trailer for new psychological thriller film Loop Track has today been unveiled ahead of its nationwide general release coming later in 2023. The film premiered at the Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival on 21 July at Auckland’s The Civic and will be showing across the festival.

Produced by Chillbox Creative, Loop Track is a self-funded feature film written, and directed by comedian Tom Sainsbury. The film also stars Sainsbury in the lead role, in his writing and directorial debut, along with Hayden J. Weal (Hang Time, Dead), Kate Simmonds (The Adventures of Suzy Boon, Inside) and Tawanda Manyimo (Ghost In The Shell, The Meg).

Loop Track follows a highly anxious man Ian (Tom Sainsbury) on the verge of a breakdown, as he sets off on a multi-day hike through the New Zealand wilderness to clear his head. His solitude is quickly interrupted by other hikers on the trail and Ian becomes convinced they are all in danger. What started as a simple walk in the park abruptly turns into a bloody fight for survival.

“For me, this film originated with a single image - someone on an isolated bush walk thinking they can see a being in the far distance,” says Tom. “They can’t make out exactly what they’re looking at, but the being’s presence feels malevolent...”

Conceived after Chillbox Creative and Tom Sainsbury's award winning 48Hours short film Time Travel Centre, Loop Track is independently and self-funded through short film prize funds and a crowdfunding campaign through a time of COVID-related disruptions and postponements.

“We at Chillbox have been collaborating with Tom on film projects since 2015,” says one of the producers, Jonathan Potton. “We were able to complete 25 days of principal photography on the film in late 2020, followed by two lots of pick-up shooting. The film is a passion-project - the product of the hard-work and creativity of a small but talented crew.”

This independent horror/thriller film was shot in the Tāmaki Makaurau wilderness and will be released in Aotearoa to New Zealand audiences later in 2023 before its international release.

“I am a huge movie buff, but the ones that really resonate with me, the ones that really get me pumped, are well-executed, high-concept thrillers,” says Tom. “In saying all of that, though, I definitely feel there are some laughs in here as well. But ultimately, I want it to be beloved by the ardent horror fans the world over.”

Loop Track is a Chillbox and Tom Sainsbury production produced by Tom Sainsbury, Gabriel Lunte, Milon Tesiram and Jonathan Potton. The film is independently distributed in New Zealand & Australia by Vendetta Films.

@looptrackmovie #looptrackmovie

OLIVER TREE PRESENTS 'ALONE IN A CROWD' WORLD TOUR 2023 KICKING OFF IN AOTEAROA

OLIVER TREE ANNOUNCES MASSIVE INTERNATIONAL RUN KICKING OFF IN AUCKLAND ON OCTOBER 10TH

OLIVER TREE PRESENTS ALONE IN A CROWD
GETS UNDERWAY OCTOBER 10 AT AUCKLAND, NZ'S SHED 10

LIVE NATION-PRODUCED TOUR TRAVELS THROUGH NOVEMBER
WITH STOPS IN NEW ZEALAND, AUSTRALIA, FRANCE, LUXEMBOURG,THE UK, BELGIUM, THE NETHERLANDS, GERMANY, SWITZERLAND AND ITALY
 
ALONE IN A CROWD ARRIVES VIA ATLANTIC RECORDS ON
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Internationally acclaimed, multi-Platinum, chart-topping artist Oliver Tree has announced a major world tour – his biggest headline run thus far. Produced by Live Nation and Secret Sounds, OLIVER TREE PRESENTS ALONE IN A CROWD gets underway October 10 at Auckland, NZ’s Shed 10 and then travels through November with stops in Australia, France, Luxembourg, the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. Support includes Sueco (AUS/NZ) and Tommy Cash (EU/UK).
 
International presales begin Tuesday, July 18 at 10:00 am NZT. Album pre-order presales begin Wednesday, July 19 at 10:00 am NZ. Live Nation and local pre-order presales begin Thursday, July 20 at 10:00 am. All presales conclude Friday, July 21 at 9:00 am. General on-sales begin Friday, July 21 at 10:00 am. For complete details, please visit www.livenation.co.nz
 
OLIVER TREE PRESENTS ALONE IN A CROWD heralds the eagerly awaited arrival of Oliver Tree’s upcoming third solo album, ALONE IN A CROWD, arriving via Atlantic Records on Friday, September 29. Pre-orders are available now HERE.
 
ALONE IN A CROWD includes recent hits like “Bounce", joined by an official music video – written, produced, and directed by Oliver – streaming now on YouTube HERE. The album will also include last year’s high-energy RIAA Certified collaboration with GRAMMY® Award-nominated producer Robin Schulz, “Miss You,” which swiftly amassed over 600M global streams following top 10 debuts on both Billboard’s “Hot Dance/Electronic Songs” chart and the UK’s Official Singles Chart. Recently certified 2x Platinum in Australia as well as Platinum in both the UK and Canada, the track is accompanied by a typically quirky, Oliver Tree-directed official music video, currently boasting more than 200M views via YouTube HERE.
 
A one-of-a-kind artist who continues to top the charts and sell out amphitheatres worldwide, Oliver Tree explores and dissects the absurdity of modern culture, fame, and social media with Dadaist meta-humour unlike any other. ALONE IN A CROWD – which introduces a new character to Tree’s surrealistic universe, fashion designer Cornelius Cummings – serves to reflect both the light and the darkness of human nature within popular culture, holding up a mirror while simultaneously embracing the absurdity of it all through rich themes of loneliness, disconnection, and the ridiculousness of our shared human experience.
 
Now boasting more than 5B global streams, over 2B YouTube views, over 15M TikTok followers, and a cumulative social reach of over 30M, Oliver Tree has already had a very productive 2023 with such electric releases as his first-ever collaboration with fellow superstar David Guetta, “Here We Go Again,” streaming now HERE. An official lyric video, written and directed by Oliver, has earned over 14M views via YouTube HERE.  “Here We Go Again” in turn followed KSI’s “Voices (Feat. Oliver Tree),” joined by an official music video now boasting close to 7M views HERE.
 
With over 20M monthly listeners on Spotify, Oliver wrapped up his very busy 2022 with the long-awaited release of COWBOY TEARS DROWN THE WORLD IN A SWIMMING POOL OF SORROW, an expanded deluxe edition of his acclaimed sophomore LP, COWBOY TEARS, available now HERE. Highlights include such favourites as “I Hate You,” “Placeholder,” and “Suitcase Full Of Cash,” the latter accompanied by an official visual featuring guest appearances from viral stars Alissa Violet, Tana Mongeau, Viking Barbie, and  Melissa Ong, streaming now at Oliver’s YouTube channel HERE.
 
Oliver – who lit up last month’s Governor's Ball in New York City with a top-billed, typically show-stealing performance – celebrated the impending arrival of ALONE IN A CROWD with his biggest headline show to date, “OLIVER TREE – THE WORLD’S TINIEST TAP DANCER – LIVE AT RED ROCKS,” a once-in-a-lifetime concert event at Morrison, CO’s world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

OLIVER TREE PRESENTS ALONE IN A CROWD
WORLD TOUR 2023
PRODUCED BY LIVE NATION & SECRET SOUNDS

SHED 10, AUCKLAND                       TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 21 JULY 10AM

My Live Nation presale begins Thursday 20th July from 10am.
For complete tour and ticket information, visit www.livenation.co.nz / secretsounds.com

LIL TJAY ANNOUNCES NEW ZEALAND DATES AS PART OF GLOBAL TOUR

NYC rapper LIL TJAY today announces that New Zealand will be the first stop of his Beat the Odds global tour this October. Kicking off at Spark Arena on October 13, Lil Tjay will then cross the ditch to perform at Yours and Owls festival in Wollongong before heading to Melbourne’s Festival Hall and concluding at The Fortitude Music Hall in Brisbane.    

Tickets go on sale at 12pm, Friday 21 July.  

My Live Nation members can secure tickets first during the My Live Nation presale beginning Thursday 20th July from 12pm. For complete tour and ticket information, visit: www.livenation.co.nz.

Before emerging as an internet heartthrob with streams in the multi-millions, Lil Tjay was just a kid with humble beginnings in the Bronx. Delving deeper into his story reveals the compelling biography of a young individual who endured the burdens of adult sins and their consequences, all before he was old enough to drive. Growing up in an NYC neighbourhood entrenched in gang culture, Lil Tjay found himself facing a year of incarceration. However, upon regaining his freedom, he devoted himself to pursuing his musical aspirations and the recording studio became his saving grace and destiny. 

Since then, Lil Tjay has captivated the rap scene at a young age with his signature swag and blaring bars that have garnered him an audience of millions. His debut album True 2 Myself features platinum-certified hits “F.N.,” “Brothers”, “Leaked”, “Hold On”, “Ruthless”, “One Take” and “GOAT.” His collab release “Calling My Phone” featuring 6LACK debuted at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became Lil Tjay’s highest chart debut and career chart peak. Across all releases, Lil Tjay has accumulated over 9.3 billion global streams and was featured as one of XXL’s Freshman Class 2020 and Billboard’s 21 Under 21. 

Most recently, Lil Tjay unveiled the vulnerable, tell-all single “June 22nd”. With a blend of melodic prowess, a New York sound and captivating storytelling, the rapper foreshadows his experience and trauma on the days leading up to him being shot on “June 22nd”. The track is lifted from Lil Tjay’s recently released album 222. This project showcases Lil Tjay’s growth and evolution as an artist and is the first body of work since his 2021 platinum-certified release of Destined 2 Win.  

Don’t miss Lil Tjay’s first time performing in New Zealand this October.  

LIL TJAY 

SPARK ARENA, AUCKLAND         FRIDAY OCTOBER 13 

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 21ST JULY 12PM 

My Live Nation presale from Wednesday 19th July from 12pm.  
For complete tour and ticket information, visit: www.livenation.co.nz

REX ORANGE COUNTY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT: GRENTPEREZ

Secret Sounds is thrilled to announce that burgeoning global superstar grentperez will be joining Rex Orange County on his anticipated New Zealand tour this September. The Sydney-born Filipino singer, songwriter, producer and visual artist will join Rex on all Aotearoa dates, gracing stages in Wellington and Auckland.

Carving out a unique space for himself, grentperez’ music is exuberant and soulful. Its wide-ranging mixture of bedroom R&B and dream-soft indie not only soothes but re-energises those that may be feeling a little weary with the state of the world. His sound is as breezy as late summer afternoons with your best friends, speckled with sunlight and dusky with nostalgia.

grentperez began uploading cover songs to YouTube in his late teens and his audience grew rapidly to 600,000 subscribers and over 100 million views. As he became comfortable with writing, he started playing around with GarageBand, recording and self-releasing songs on Spotify. This led to the ‘Confusing Girl’, a delightfully hazy indie track that was the genesis of his colourful sonic universe. More songs followed, including his official debut single ‘Cherry Wine’, which hit #1 on Spotify’s Viral Chart in Australia, Canada and Singapore.

grentperez released two EPs in 2022, Conversations with the Moon and Trail Mix Tape, helping him to accrue over 250 million lifetime streams, music videos (some hand-drawn by the artist himself) and a hugely dedicated fanbase that helped his recent single ‘Old With You’ reach 1.5 million streams within just three weeks of its release.

grentperez released his latest EP When Were Younger in June 2023, the project is focused on growing older and lost youth. He recently completed his first headline tour of Australia and has dates planned at festivals, throughout Europe and an upcoming sold-out North American headline tour. Don’t miss the opportunity to catch the DIY darling when he supports Rex Orange County later this year!

REX ORANGE COUNTY TOUR DATES

WITH SPECIAL GUEST GRENTPEREZ

Friday 15 Sep 2023 – Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington

Saturday 16 Sep 2023 – Spark Arena, Auckland

TICKETS

Secret Sounds presale available from 9am local Thursday 15 June

Tickets on sale to general public at 9am local Friday 16 June

P1HARMONY ANNOUNCE 2023 LIVE TOUR [P1USTAGE H : P1ONEER] IN NEW ZEALAND AUCKLAND DATE CONFIRMED FOR SEPTEMBER

Star K-Pop boy band P1Harmony have announced their first visit to New Zealand this September, on their 2023 LIVE TOUR [P1USTAGE H : P1ONEER] IN NEW ZEALAND.
 
They will perform live at Auckland’s Spark Arena on September 24.
 
The Live Nation pre-sale commences at 10am NZST on Wednesday, July 5, running for 24 hours.
 
General public tickets go on sale on Thursday, July 6, from 11am local time.
 
For complete tour, ticket and VIP Experience information, go to www.livenation.co.nz.  

The six-member boy group P1Harmony, composed of KEEHO, THEO, JIUNG, INTAK, SOUL, and JONGSEOB (ranging from ages 18 to 22), entered the mainstream music market with their breakout EP “DISHARMONY : STAND OUT" and its title track ‘SIREN’ on October, 2020, with all five tracks written or co-written by the band. P1Harmony made their debut in historic fashion with the release of the box-office production film ‘P1H: A New World Begins’, co-starring some of the biggest names in Korean Entertainment. The sci-fi film hit Korean cinemas and smashed the box office even with COVID-19 restrictions.

P1Harmony completed their first ever concert tour from March ~ May, 2022 in the US, with all 11 tour dates selling out in less than 30 minutes, and collaborated with R&B singer, songwriter, and producer Pink Sweat$ with the song “Gotta Get Back”, released on May 26, 2022.

More recently, P1Harmony released their 6th Mini Album “HARMONY : ALL IN” and completed their second US tour from January to February, 2023 with 12 stops, including Nashville where they were the first K-POP band to perform at the historic Grand Ole Opry. During their album promotion and second US tour, P1Harmony appeared on popular US TV programs such as “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” “The Great Day Houston” and “GMA3, and completed a TikTok Live on NBC ‘Today Show’.

P1Harmony won “Emerging Artist Award” from 2022 HANTEO MUSIC AWARDS and their latest single ‘Back Down’ was listed in MTV’s ‘Bop Shop’ and Sweety High’s ‘The Best 6 K-Pop Tracks,’ proving P1Harmony’s worldwide influence.

With ever growing stardom and success in 2023, P1Harmony continue their momentum, reaching new career heights with global recognition. They have already established themselves as one of the most dynamic and exciting K-POP groups with high quality music and scene-stealing performances and will continue to build on that momentum with their 2023 LIVE TOUR [P1USTAGE H : P1ONEER] IN NEW ZEALAND.
 

P1HARMONY 2023 LIVE TOUR
[P1USTAGE H : P1ONEER] IN NEW ZEALAND

SPARK ARENA, AUCKLAND                     SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

Live Nation pre-sale commences at 10am NZST on Wednesday, July 5 running for 24 hours. 
General Public tickets go on sale on Thursday, July 6, from 11am (LOCAL TIME)
For complete tour, ticket and VIP Experience information, go to www.livenation.co.nz. 

CYCLORAMA RETURNS TO ARROWTOWN THIS LABOUR WEEKEND

After a stellar debut in 2022, NZ’s first e-bike festival, Cyclorama returns to Arrowtown October 21st and 22nd 2023 featuring eight exciting rides for e-bikers of all interests and abilities.
 
The Festival's debut saw 300 riders enjoy six different curated rides around the majestic region. With overwhelming positive feedback from attendees, the event returns this year with three new rides alongside first year favourites such as Tour de Gourmet, Hop Trail, Pedaling Pinot and Ride to the Sky.
 
“We were thrilled by the response to our debut festival,” says festival director, Dave Gibson. “We are excited to increase our programme in 2023 with three new rides as well as bring back the return of our most popular rides. With a great range of rides across different interests and for a range of abilities, we look forward to welcoming riders to Arrowtown this October”
 
Alongside the rides, the popular festival village located on Butler's Green in Arrowtown will also return. The Festival Village will host a wide range of retailers showcasing the latest in e-bike technology, gear and accessories. Food and coffee trucks will be serving across the day, and from early afternoon through to evening there will be live music and drinks.
 
Bookings for all rides are open now via the website www.cyclorama.co.nz and for those traveling from out of town, links to local e-bike rentals can also be found on the website.
 
2023 PROGRAMME
 
RIDE TO THE SKY

Tickle the turbo button for stunning views
 
Last year local e-MTB guide, Shay Muddle, took riders up Mt Rosa.  This year he’s taking the ride to new and different heights – Arrowtown’s Crown Peak.

You’ll ride from the Festival Village in Arrowtown up Tobin’s Track before you reach Glencoe Station and begin the main part of the breathtaking ride up the hill to Crown Peak.  At the top you’ll be rewarded with amazing views back to Queenstown and across to Wanaka and beyond. 

This ride requires reasonable MTB experience – it will give you a chance to challenge yourself and take your riding to the next level. Ride to the Sky is considered grade 3+ with decent climbs (1426 metres) and epic descents.
 
CORONET CAPER
 
Hosted on hard core trails by hard core e-MTB fiends for hard core riders
Let local e-MTB riders show you what a lot of locals already know – there is a lot of adventure to be had if you know where to look.  

So if the names ‘Rude Rock’, ‘Zoot & Groot’, ‘Upper Hotrod’, ‘Dan O’Connells’, ‘Pack Track n Sack’, ‘Skippers’ and the ‘Water Race’ conjure up a sense of excitement and anticipation for the adrenaline junkie, then this is the ride for you.

In small groups to maximize your ride time, get to grips with the jewels of Queenstown’s mountain bike trails, with ‘Ride Guide’ Finn O’Conner and ‘T-man’ Tony Moore. Taking into account weather and trail conditions, Finn and T-man will craft three hours of full-on, tech flow trails from Coronet’s arsenal.  To start, you’ll be shuttled to the base of Coronet Peak keeping your battery fresh for your imminent adventure; your ride back through Bush Creek to the Festival Village in Arrowtown will top off an epic time in the hills.

This experience is mainly grade 4 advanced with a bit of grade 5 sprinkled in for good measure.  The distance is hard to estimate but expect up to 35km with plenty of vertical descent and it’s likely to be 90% flowing, bike specific trail, and 100% stunning scenery. 
 
MEET THE ARTISTS
 
Artists in Action
 
This leisurely e-bike ride introduces you to some of the region’s most amazing sculptors.
Embark on a cultural journey of discovery as you visit the studios and workshops of local well-known contemporary sculptors.  The ride, which explores the trails around Arrowtown, is led by Fiona Garlick, an Arrowtown based bronze sculptor.  She also loves getting on her e-bike so after a look around her studio you’ll continue on your biking adventure with her.

Time in the studios and workshops of Shane Woolridge, Lee van der Geest and Jasmine Clarke will give you an insight into their practices and materials including bronze, stone, metal, bull kelp, willow, wire, bones and driftwood.  Ask questions about materials and processes and have the opportunity to play with slate and wire. 

Meet the Artists includes a light lunch with coffee and cake in Lee van der Geest’s fabulous straw bale home, as well as studio visits to all four sculptors and brief visits to a couple of in-situ sculptures. This is a grade 2 ride.
 
NIGHT RIDER
 
A tour of the night sky
 
As day turns to dusk, jump on your bike and head along the scenic, cruisy, grade 2 Gibbston river trail to your stargazing destination.

Hosted by Brian Boyle, a former professional astrophysicist who was part of the team that discovered the acceleration of the Universe, this special e-bike ride explores the night sky in more ways than one.  
This is not your normal astronomy tour. Out in Gibbston in the middle of a vineyard, Brian has built his own ‘roll-off roof’ observatory to house his collection of telescopes and cameras, used to capture his exceptional images.  Brian connects the telescopes to screens to show the stars and planets above while enthusiastically explaining the intricacies of the night sky.  A photography buff, Brian will help you create your own artistic version of the dark sky.

Brian also brews beer from his own hop plants.  You’ll be able to try his cosmic brew alongside a selection of tapas as you listen to his musings about the night sky.

After this amazing session, switch on the night lights for a different kind of ride back to Arrowtown or we can transport you and your bike to Arrowtown.
 
TOUR DU GOURMET

A progressive degustation experience

This year, we celebrate a new route and some great food from the Queenstown Lakes region.
Cyclorama’s ‘piece de resistance’ – this hallmark ride was very popular with our riders last year.  The Tour de Gourmet is a foodie orientated ride that meanders along the trails outside Arrowtown.  Soak up the stunning scenery while enjoying some of the best food that the region serves up.

The grade 2 ride includes delicious, locally inspired menus with appropriate beverage matches at each stop. Please advise vegetarian & vegan dietary requirements at the time of booking. 
 
PEDALING PINOT

Meet the Wild Irishmen

Hosted by the godfather of Pinot Noir in Central Otago, Alan Brady, this ultra scenic ride from Arrowtown through to the world famous Gibbston, ‘Valley of the Vines’, to experience the ultimate Pinot wine tasting is not to be missed. 

Follow the grade 2 Arrow River Bridges and Kawarau River trails heading to the celebrated Gibbston wine region, taking in splendid sights en route to Kinross Cellar Door and Bistro. 

At Kinross meet Alan, who, in his 80s and not ready to retire, just can’t stop making great wine!  Having founded Gibbston Valley Winery in 1983, then Mt Edward Winery, he has now been joined by another (younger!) Irishman, Brian Shaw, in Wild Irishman.  Wild Irishman now boasts six single vineyard pinots from sites in Gibbston, Bannockburn and Alexandra, bringing to fruition their catchphrase “a journey down the rivers of Kawarau and Clutha”. 

Your journey with Alan and Brian will involve tastings from those six vineyards with a discussion of terroir, climate and the concept of ‘hands off’ winemaking.  There’ll also be time for musings and questions.  After the tasting in the fabulous new, purpose-built Brady room, Alan and Brian will join you in the Kinross Wine Garden for a delicious lunch with an accompanying glass of wine.
 
THE HOP TRAIL

Brew up an adventure

Traversing land that is not usually open to the public and culminating in a dedicated beer tasting at one of the Queenstown Lakes’ most celebrated breweries, Altitude Brewery, this grade 3+ ride is for those with a love of adventure and liquid gold!

After a good climb up an exclusive farm track with staggering views from the top, head down to Altitude Brewery for a session amongst the vats and paraphernalia that is all about brewing.  Hosted by the brewery team, you’ll be let into a few secrets of beer production as you taste some of their favourite beers including their established classics like Mischievous Kea IPA and Sled Dog Hazy, plus a selection of more recent brews like Zen Shiro Sake Pilsner.

After a fortifying pizza lunch with a beer of your choice, ride back to Arrowtown via the Twin Rivers trail or we’ll pick you up and shuttle you back to the Festival Village.
 
AWAKE WITH THE BIRDS

Be first on the tracks

A ride so lovely it’s unchanged from 2022. Enjoy a leisurely morning e-bike ride around Lake Hayes, pedaling your way to wetlands and the lake shore to check out local birdlife.

October is a great month for bird watching as spring is in full swing, and you’ll be guided  by zoologist and experienced nature guide, Petrina Duncan. Keep a look out for crested grebes, black shag, New Zealand scaup, white-faced herons, black swans, kingfishers, waterfowl and coot.  

The grade 2 ride includes coffee and pastries back in the Festival Village at a table reserved just for you.  Relax after your ride and discuss what you’ve seen.  Binoculars are supplied or bring your own. 
 
Follow Cyclorama on Instagram HERE and Facebook HERE. 

BIG FAN ANNOUNCES WINTER RESIDENCIES OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS

After the success of the BIG FAN Summer Residencies, another season has been announced by BIG FAN today with the Winter Residencies now open for applications. 

The Winter Residencies run from Monday July 24 to Friday July 28 from 10am to 6pm daily and will offer creatives the chance to flex their musically inspired muscles in one of three professional grade recording studios - for five days, for free! 

Three successful applicants will be able to experiment, produce, write and/or record music by themselves or with collaborators, for five full days, for free, with no final outcome or commercial release expectation. 

The Winter Residencies placements are intended for Aotearoa based artists, songwriters, and producers over the age of 18 with no upper age limit. 

One successful applicant outside of Tāmaki Makaurau will have a portion of their travel and accommodation costs covered, so all creatives from Aotearoa are encouraged to apply. 

Applications open via the BIG FAN website on Thursday 15 July and close Monday 19 July at 3.30pm.   

Funded in part by the Ministry of Culture & Heritage, this is the second Residency opportunity to be announced this year. 

Aotearoa has a wealth of musical talent, and BIG FAN believe that music creation should be available for all sections of its diverse society.  Through this initiative, participants will develop the tools to forge a successful career locally and internationally. There is also the opportunity to return to BIG FAN to inspire and mentor the next generation, in turn further growing the already thriving music community in Aotearoa and helping people fulfil their ambitions through music. 

Full Information regarding the Winter Residencies, how to apply and FAQ’s can be found online at www.bigfan.co.nz/community/winter-residencies  

ACROBATIC EXTRAVAGANZA ON ICE, ‘CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S –CRYSTAL’, ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL AUCKLAND SHOW

Following overwhelming popular demand, Cirque du Soleil’s –‘CRYSTAL’ has today announced an additional Auckland show for its forthcoming New Zealand arena tour which opens in Christchurch this Friday.

The one-of-a-kind production, Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL, today announces ahead of the spectacular opening at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch this Friday, that an additional Auckland performance will take place at Spark Arena on Saturday 8th July at 12pm. My Ticketmaster and TEG Live members will have pre-sale access to this show from Monday 19th June at 12pm before tickets go on sale to general public on Tuesday 20th June at 2pm.  

The New Zealand audience will be at the edge of their seats with Cirque du Soleil’s, jaw dropping, gravity-defying circus disciplines whilst also adding to the mix figure skating and extreme skating - two disciplines that have never been seen before in a Cirque du Soleil production.  

Thrilling more than 1.9 million people worldwide since its creation in 2017, CRYSTAL artists defy gravity, skilfully manoeuvring backflips, leaps, and vaults all on ice! Adding a new element to the magic and swapping shoes for skates will be sure to thrill audiences more than ever. The show takes audiences on a whimsical journey into a vivid and imaginary world where up is down, left is right, and nothing is as it seems. 

About CRYSTAL

Created by Shana Carroll and Sebastien Soldevila, CRYSTAL takes audiences on an exhilarating journey of self-discovery full of whimsy and wonder. Feel your adrenaline soar as you dive into a world of playful imagination with the show’s protagonist, Crystal, as she becomes who she was always destined to be – herself.

Using astounding on-ice visual projections and a soundtrack that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil, CRYSTAL transports audiences on a visual and auditory acrobatic experience that’s suitable for all ages.

Fun Facts

• CRYSTAL is Cirque du Soleil’s 42nd creation and the company’s very first acrobatic experience on ice.

• Since its creation in 2017, the show has toured to over 115 cities in 12 different countries including Canada, the US, UK, Mexico, France,  Germany, and more!

• This one-of-a-kind performance features seven traditional circus acts including trapeze, hand-to-hand, Banquine, aerial straps, hand-to-trapeze, juggling, and hand balancing – all performed on ice!

• The CRYSTAL team makes approximately 300 real snowballs each week to use during pre-show animation.

• CRYSTAL is Cirque du Soleil’s first and only touring show to incorporate multiple remastered pop songs into the soundtrack of a show – Beyoncé’s Halo, U2’s Beautiful Day, Nina Simone’s Sinnerman, and Sia’s Chandelier.

• The show travels with 80 pairs of skates (both hockey and figure skates) and each artist wears up to 4 pairs per show!

• CRYSTAL is suitable for all ages.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE - 2023  

CHRISTCHURCH 
Wolfbrook Arena  
Friday 16th June - 7:30pm 
Saturday 17th June - 4:00pm & 8:00pm  
Sunday 18th June - 1:00pm & 5:00pm  
Thursday 22nd, Friday 23rd June – 7:30pm 
Saturday 24th June – 4:00pm & 8:00pm 
Sunday 25th June – 1:00pm  

AUCKLAND 
Spark Arena 
Tuesday 4th, Wednesday 5th, Thursday 6th, Friday 7th July – 7:30pm 
Saturday 8th July – 12:00pm (NEW) 4:00pm & 8:00pm 
Sunday 9th July – 1:00pm & 5:00pm 

Tickets will for the new performance will go on sale Tuesday 20th June at 12pm from Ticketmaster. 

Tickets for all previously announced shows are on sale now: 

CHRISTCHURCH via Ticketek 
AUCKLAND via Ticketmaster 

Head to www.teglive.com.au for all pre-sale details. 

CHARLIE PUTH ANNOUNCES FIRST EVER NEW ZEALAND SHOW FOR THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED "CHARLIE" LIVE EXPERIENCE TOUR

4x Grammy-nominated hitmaker Charlie Puth has announced he will be embarking on his first ever New Zealand tour in 2023. Produced by Live Nation, Charlie Puth Presents The “Charlie” Live Experience will head to Auckland’s Spark Arena on Saturday November 4.  

Tickets go on sale at 2pm Tuesday June 20.   

One NZ customers can be among the first to secure tickets during an exclusive 48 hour presale, starting Thursday 15 June, 2pm. Head to one.nz/music   

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

Charlie Puth has been whole-heartedly embraced across New Zealand for his exceptional song writing, and charismatic online persona. Further to the incredible international success across his three studio albums, Puth has had multiple singles crack the Top 10 of the New Zealand singles charts locally, including  two #1 hits with ‘Marvin Gaye’ and ‘See You Again’,    

As the global star heads our way to celebrate the release of his critically acclaimed 2022 album ‘CHARLIE’, fans will have a chance to hear all of their favourites, whilst experiencing the music in a brand new way. Truly at home on stage, fans will be enamoured with Puth’s artistry within his live show; not only with a voice that transcends, but through his incredible musicianship, and captivating onstage charisma. Hitting New Zealand shores from this November, these shows are not to be missed. 

ABOUT CHARLIE PUTH 

Charlie Puth has proven to be one of the industry’s most consistent hitmakers and sought-after collaborators. Puth has amassed eight multi-platinum singles, four GRAMMY nominations, three Billboard Music Awards, a Critic’s Choice Award, and a Golden Globe nomination. His 2018 GRAMMY-nominated LP, Voicenotes, was RIAA Certified Gold only four days after its release and has logged over 5.6 billion streams worldwide. Recently, Puth released his highly anticipated third studio album CHARLIE via Atlantic Records. Featuring hit singles “Left and Right [feat. Jung Kook of BTS],“That’s Hilarious” and “Light Switch,” the “expertly crafted collection” (ROLLING STONE) has surpassed 1 billion global streams and received critical praise around the world. Following the release of his CHARLIE, Puth set out for his ‘One Night Only’ tour, welcoming fans around the world up close and personal as he shares his latest album and his greatest hits. In 2020, Puth’s collaboration with Gabby Barrett on their “I Hope” Remix earned him his fourth top 10 track on the Billboard Hot 100, hit number one on the Billboard “Adult Pop Songs” chart, and won a 2021 Billboard Music Award for “Top Collaboration.” Puth also co-wrote and produced The Kid Laroi and Justin Bieber’s record-breaking single, “Stay,” which quickly become one of the biggest songs of 2021 and holds the title for the longest- reigning No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart and the first to lead it for double- digits - spending a total of eleven weeks at the top of the chart.  

CHARLIEPUTH.COM | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | SPOTIFY | TIKTOK | TWITTER | YOUTUBE 

CHARLIE PUTH 

THE ‘CHARLIE’ LIVE EXPERIENCE 

NEW ZEALAND TOUR 2023 

SPARK ARENA, AUCKLAND                    SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4 

TICKETS ON SALE 2PM TUESDAY JUNE 20 

One NZ Presale: Thursday, June 15 from 2pm until Monday June 19, 2pm  

My Live Nation presale 3pm Monday June 19 – 1pm Tuesday 20 June 
For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.co.nz 

SECRET SOUNDS AND LIVE NATION PRESENT REX ORANGE COUNTY TOURING NEW ZEALAND IN SEPTEMBER 2023

Rex Orange County returns to Aotearoa this spring. Coming to Wellington on Friday 15 September and Auckland on Saturday 16 September as part of the Live in New Zealand, Australia, and Asia Tour 2023. The tour marks Rex’s inaugural headline shows across Asia and includes long awaited dates in some of his biggest streaming markets.  
 
The dates follow Rex’s 2022 multi-city run in North America that saw Rex performing sold-out shows at iconic venues including The Hollywood Bowl, Forest Hills Stadium, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and a sold-out hometown performance at Gunnersbury Park in London to 20,000 people. 
 
Last year, Rex released his latest album, WHO CARES?, which charted #1 in the UK, #2 in Australia, and #5 in the US. The record includes stand-out songs such as “AMAZING,” “THE SHADE,” “KEEP IT UP,” and “OPEN A WINDOW” featuring Tyler, The Creator, marking the first time the two have collaborated since Tyler’s 2017 album Flower Boy. Complex praised the album in their ‘Best of 2022 So Far’ list, calling it “sobering, uplifting, fun, and honest all at the same time, making for a great addition to his expanding catalog.” He followed suit with the release of his single THREAT, which was heralded by The New York Times as “a tender take on self-doubt.”
 
Fans that bought tickets to Rex Orange County’s previously announced 2022 tour can get first access to tickets from 9am local Wednesday 14 June. Tickets go on sale to the general public from 9am local Friday 16 June.
 

REX ORANGE COUNTY TOUR DATES
Friday 15 Sep 2023 – Michael Fowler Center, Wellington
Saturday 16 Sep 2023 – Spark Arena, Auckland
 
TICKETS
Secret Sounds presale available from 9am Thursday 15 June – 8am Friday 16 June
Ticket Agent / Venue presale available from 9am Thursday 15 June – 8am Friday 16 June
Tickets on sale to general public at 9am Friday 16 June

BLUE MAX MUSIC AND TEG LIVE PRESENTS 'HILLTOP HOODS' NZ TOUR 2023 WITH SPECIAL GUEST FREDDY REYNOLD

Australian hip-hop group HILLTOP HOODS have today announced dates for their 2023 New Zealand Tour, which will see the band play headline shows across Aotearoa this coming September.

Tickets will go on sale to the general public at 10AM on FRIDAY JUNE 16 from Ticketek NZ and hilltophoods.com, with a 48 hour artist, Ticketek NZ and TEG Live pre-sale occurring on at 10AM on WEDNESDAY JUNE 14.

Fresh from their sold-out ‘SHOW BUSINESS’ Australian arena tour in late 2022, along with their biggest ever UK/Europe tour set to take place this June-July, the ‘HILLTOP HOODS NZ 2023 TOUR’ will be the first time Kiwi audiences experience the trio’s blistering high energy performances in four years.

On their last visit HILLTOP HOODS supported Eminem on his NZ Rapture Tour, performing to a record breaking crowd of over 46,000. The band quickly followed this up with a run of sold-out shows on the NZ leg of their 2019 ‘THE GREAT EXPANSE WORLD TOUR’ which saw HILLTOP HOODS play across 14 different countries, performing to over 100,000 fans.

With no plans on slowing down, the ‘HILLTOP HOODS NZ 2023 TOUR’ will showcase new songs from the group’s upcoming album. Fans can look forward to experiencing explosive performances of a brand new single, teased just last week, along with classic hits such as ‘Leave Me Lonely’, ‘Exit Sign’, feat Illy & Ecca Vandal, ‘The Nosebleed Section’, ‘Cosby Sweater’, ‘Chase That Feeling’, and ‘Show Business’ feat. Eamon.

HILLTOP HOODS will be joined by special guest and Tāmaki Makauraru based rapper Freddy Reynold, who represents the versatility of Aotearoa and the Southside culture that raised him. Freddy comes armed to perform his freshest drop, ‘Silver Green and Gold’.

Ahead of their long awaited New Zealand tour, the band will have performed their new single to fans in UK/Europe for the first time, across 11 headline shows. Also appearing at Switzerland’s prestigious hip-hop festival Open Air Frauenfeld, plus Cologne’s Summer Jam, Hilltop Hoods will cement their status as festival favourites coming home to headline Australia’s much loved Splendour in the Grass & Spin Off Festival in July 2023.

The legacy of HILLTOP HOODS is undeniable. Their career speaks for itself with ten ARIA awards, six #1 albums, sold out arena tours, over 60 platinum accreditations and the achievement of being the #1 most streamed Australian artist on Spotify for two years running.
 
Proudly presented by Blue Max Music and TEG Live, the ‘HILLTOP HOODS NZ 2023 TOUR’ will stop in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch this September, complete with a sold-out festival appearance at Snow Machine in Queenstown.
 

HILLTOP HOODS NZ TOUR 2023
 

Friday, September 1 - The Studio, Auckland
Saturday, September 2 - The Hunter Lounge, Wellington
Sunday, September 3 - The Ngaio Marsh Theatre, Christchurch

PRE-SALES

[HILLTOP HOODS / TEG LIVE / MY TICKETEK NZ]
10.00am WEDNESDAY 14 JUNE (local time)
 

GENERAL PUBLIC ON-SALE

10.00am FRIDAY 16 JUNE (local time)
 
Tickets are available at: Ticketek NZ and hilltophoods.com

Stay up-to-date on HILLTOP HOODS by visiting their website hilltophoods.com

ELEMENTAL NIGHTS 2023 SECOND & FINAL LINE UP ANNOUNCEMENT - FAZERDAZE, KIRIN J CALLINAN AND THERE'S A TUESDAY ADDED TO WORLD-CLASS WINTER CONCERT SERIES

Live Nation in association with Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, is thrilled to announce the second line-up for Elemental Nights 2023 as part of Elemental AKL.
 
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Fazerdaze (NZ); Australian singer, songwriter and guitarist Kirin J Callinan (AU) and four piece indie dream-pop band There’s A Tuesday (NZ) will join the Elemental Nights line-up in August. All three shows will be taking place in an exciting, exclusive venue new to Elemental Nights - the Mount Albert War Memorial Hall.
 
Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic venues transform into temporary works of art, with the midwinter concert series bringing a line-up of local and international world class artists to Auckland. Elemental Nights has previously transformed Auckland's hidden gems into live music venues, including Hopetoun Alpha, St Matthews in the City and the Titirangi War Memorial Hall. Rarely used for live shows, the Mount Albert War Memorial Hall is a beautiful modernist building and will join these special venues in a rare opportunity to witness the stunning space as a live music venue.
 
These new shows are the final addition to the already announced line-up of UK rock band IDLES, Mercury Prize nominated rapper Loyle Carner, Swedish pop superstar Tove Lo, and Aotearoa’s own Bic Runga presenting the 20th anniversary of her album ‘Beautiful Collision’. Joining the already announced line-up are Georgia Lines (NZ) with Bic Runga, and MAY-A (AU) joining Tove Lo at their Elemental Nights shows.
 
Tickets for all shows go on sale at 12pm Friday, June 2 through elementalnights.com & livenation.co.nz
 
Ahead of her Europe and UK tour, songwriter and producer Fazerdaze will bring a very special solo show to the beautiful venue on Thursday August 3, followed by Australian Kirin J Callinan on Friday August 4 as part of his New Zealand tour, presenting his new album ‘If I Could Sing’. In an all ages show, There’s A Tuesday will take the Mount Albert War Memorial Hall stage on Saturday, August 5 along with Molly Payton (solo) and Heidi Simpson.
 
Fazerdaze (AKA Amelia Murray) has returned to the music scene after a 5-year hiatus between her last project ‘Morningside’. Returning with ‘Break!’, the EP marks the beginning of a new era for the multi-talented creative: it’s a grungier, angrier version of the artist who burst onto the scene in 2017 with a catchy dream-pop sound. She returns better than ever after an inward journey of self-reflection and reconnection to herself after a whirlwind of pandemic anxiety and health issues. She’s caught the attention of music industry big leagues including Pitchfork and MOJO, and performed across the world, including opening for Haim, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and The XX.
 
Provocative Australian Kirin J Callinan’s most recent single “ANÆMIC ADONIS (you made me a promise)” came with an AI-assisted music video. A founding member of Mercy Arms, Callinan is known for his confrontational live shows and varied musical styles, once described as darting from evocative electro-pop to arty, experimental rock and everything in between. He joins Elemental Night as part of his New Zealand tour to promote his new upcoming album ‘If I Could Sing’, out Friday June 23.
 
Indie folk band There’s A Tuesday have been on a steady rise since taking out the nationwide title in the Smokefree Rockquest in 2019, proving their musical abilities on a massive scale. Tipped as ones to watch, the four-piece band released their debut EP ‘Dance With Me Before We Cry’ in 2020, before embarking on a national headline tour around the country. Signed by fellow Laneway alum BENEE on her Olive Records label, the were nominated for the 2022 APRA Silver Scroll Award for their tune “Girl at Night”, lifted from their recent EP ‘Boy Scout’. They’re joined by Molly Payton (solo) and Heidi Simpson in this all ages show.
 
Designed, produced and promoted by Live Nation, these unique and spectacular nights should not be missed.
 
Live Nation New Zealand’s Head Promoter Renée Hermsen says, “Thanks to the support from Tātaki Unlimited we are bringing Elemental Nights back for the fourth time, and we couldn’t be more excited. This is our biggest line up yet, with a slate of international and domestic super stars you only get a chance to see this winter, here in Tāmaki Makaurau.”
 
Elemental AKL festival is back this July with a captivating programme of free and ticketed events, celebrating the culture, cuisine and creativity of Auckland.  From this July, Elemental AKL events will transform eateries and bars, theatres and public spaces across Auckland into hubs of exciting experiences. From high-end ticketed experiences to free events, the line-up features enlightening, surprising, thought-provoking, nourishing, and unique experiences to feast your eyes, feed your mind and fill your heart. Elemental AKL is delivered by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited.
 
Elemental Nights full line-up features; IDLES (UK), Tove Lo (SE), Bic Runga celebrating 20 years of ‘Beautiful Collision’ (NZ) and Loyle Carner (UK), Fazerdaze (NZ), Kirin J Callinan (AU) and There’s A Tuesday (NZ).
 
Bic Runga will be joined by special guest Georgia Lines (NZ), MAY-A (AU) will join Tove Lo, and There’s A Tuesday will be joined by both Molly Payton and Heidi Simpson in their all ages show.
 

ELEMENTAL NIGHTS SECOND LINE UP ANNOUNCEMENT:
 
FAZERDAZE SOLO/UNPLUGGED // THURSDAY AUGUST 3 //
MOUNT ALBERT WAR MEMORIAL HALL
KIRIN J CALLINAN (AUS) IF I COULD SING: A DECADE OF EMBRACISM AND BEYOND // FRIDAY AUGUST 4 //
MOUNT ALBERT WAR MEMORIAL HALL
THERE’S A TUESDAY ALL AGES SHOW + MOLLY PAYTON (SOLO) + HEIDI SIMPSON // SATURDAY AUGUST 5 //
MOUNT ALBERT WAR MEMORIAL HALL

CURTIS “50 CENT” JACKSON TO BRING GLOBAL “THE FINAL LAP TOUR 2023”TO NEW ZEALAND TO CELEBRATE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF GET RICH OR DIE TRYIN’

Today, EMMY® and GRAMMY® award-winning multi hyphenate, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson announces New Zealand dates as part of a global tour in celebration of the 20th Anniversary of his game-changing debut album, Get Rich or Die Tryin.
 
Produced by Live Nation, The Final Lap Tour comes to Spark Arena for one night only on December 14.
 
One NZ customers can be among the first to secure tickets during an exclusive 48 hour presale, starts Friday 2 June, 11am. Head to one.nz/music  
 
For complete tour, ticket and VIP Experience information, go to livenation.co.nz
 
The Final Lap Tour, produced by Live Nation and presented by Mai FM, will feature the rap icon performing dozens of fan-favourite and chart-topping hits along with select tracks that have not been performed live in decades.
 
Recognised as one of the most talented and prolific music artists of his time, 50 Cent rose to fame with his record-shattering debut album, Get Rich or Die Tryin’. Since then, he has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide and has been awarded the most prestigious accolades. Jackson has leveraged his star power to achieve unparalleled success as an entrepreneur, actor, director, and executive producer. From Get Rich or Die Tryin’ being one of the fastest-selling albums in history to creating one of the most influential deals in hip-hop with the sale of Vitaminwater, Jackson continues to break records. Currently, he holds the record for the highest rated premiere of a series ever on Starz with “Power Book II: Ghost.”

CURTIS “50 CENT” JACKSON
“THE FINAL LAP TOUR 2023” – NEW ZEALAND
 
SPARK ARENA, AUCKLAND               THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14

One NZ Presale: Friday, June 2 from 11am until Tuesday, June 6 at 11am
General public on sale: Thursday, June 8 at 2pm. 
ALL TIMES ARE LOCAL.
 
For complete tour, ticket and VIP Experience information, go to www.livenation.co.nz