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Despite the cold and limited numbers, powerhouse rockers Primacy put on a great show which deserved much better attendance. Words and photos by Jacko Andrews Opening the night and chipping some of the chill off the air were local stoner metal rockers Wolf Wizard bringing a wall of thick, slinky guitar, not too unlike Beastwars if ..
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A night of rude boy rhythms and skanking melodies was delivered in full at the iconic Kings Arms. Words by Kate Baya | Photos by Brad Holland, Vault Media Productions With Skin and Bone and the Mighty Jabsco on the decks, and performances from Moisty Atsushi, Roofdog, Surrey Boudit, and AceTones the night went from strength ..
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The biggest party of the year for the Tron, Paul Martin’s enduring Gemini 28 promised loud music, revelry…and plenty of whisky. Words and photos by Jacko Andrews Now, I love’s me a damn good party, and no one parties harder than a metal fan, so Gemini 28 was preordained to be a hell-raiser. Tonight was your ..
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Dave Baxter aka Avalanche City embarks on his biggest national tour to date with the Little Fire tour – a ten date gig route around New Zealand’s hotspots. And tonight at Auckland’s Powerstation he graced the stage with his uplifting taste of folk songs from both last years We Are For The Wild Places and ..
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Returning to the Wine Cellar after what could only have been a very successful European tour, Hollie Fullbrook aka Tiny Ruins proceeded to draw us in with her signature blend of vibrant folk and informal witticism. Words and photos by Mitch Treleaven Returning to the Wine Cellar after what could only have been a very ..
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If you happened to be strolling down Kingsland’s main drag last night, you were almost definitely heading to the Portland Public House. And probably everyone else could have heard why; bold and brassy top lines blaring from the door every time someone went in to investigate. Words by Mitch Treleaven This pretty much sums up ..
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Expertly crafted arrangements, stunning vocals, and well-scripted songs will only get you so far in the music industry, apparently. Words and photos by Jacko Andrews There was a comfortable serenity in the air at the Meteor Theatre last night as Liv and Graeme worked their way through a two and a bit hour set, and ..
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Maybe it’s age, maybe I’m lazier than I think I am. Who knows? I had a blast, if I’m honest. Something about a small intimate venue, with loud, in-your-face acts playing to an appreciative audience of mostly friends and fans. Add some friendly bar staff delivered booze, and that’s gotta be a recipe for a ..
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Shenanigans Vol 10 Boxing Day – David Dallas & special guests Featuring the city’s best DJs the old number 7 Sale St now called Sweat Shop was heaving tonight as punters faced the clement Auckland night to revel in Boxing Day festivities. The venue was a different scene by night with Auckland’s ‘hypodermic’ Sky Tower ..
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Originally built in 1928 for Vaudeville performances, the St James Theatre is a historic part of Auckland city. Words By Jessie Booth | Photos by Jacko @ Darkroom After fire damage in 2007 the St James has since closed its doors, but due to the New Zealand Historic Places Trust, the theatre can’t be demolished. Besides ..
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