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grooveguide.co.nz NEWS IWANT, INEED, IGUESS So, Apple is holding an event on Tue 23 Oct… Could this be them putting to rest the rumours and unveiling the iPad Mini? Recently leaked reports are claiming that this upcoming ‘event’ will reveal a smaller and cheaper version of the iPad possibly called an iPad Mini. There has been speculation for a few months now that the company is planning to get on the Google and Amazon bandwagon and create their own smaller tablet like device. Guess we’ll just have to wait and see. In the mean time the new generation iPods have been released in Scan the QR code with your NZ with of new features including new colours, smartphone to go to Groove Guide’s larger display screens, the new design EarPods and mobile website for breaking news, aluminum shells. reviews, interviews and more features.

WILL COME Wilco hae been annouced in the first round of acts BARRY ALONE :( for next year’s Byron Bay Bluesfest in Australia and Barry Gibb, surviving member of we have managed to convince the band to jump the the Bee Gees, will perform at the ditch and play some tunes while they’re on our side 2013 Mission Estate Concert in We also do this cool social media stuff. February next year in honour of his @GrooveGuide of the world. They will hit the New Zealand for two facebook.com/grooveguide shows, playing Wellington and Auckland next April. brothers and a lifetime of music. Gibb will headline the annual event which will feature American singer/ SEE THEM LIVE: WILCO songwriter Carole King and the Groove Guide is New Zealand’s leading weekly FRI 05 APR TOWN HALL, WELLINGTON Wellington International Ukulele music and entertainment publication. 10,000 Our Orchestra. Mission Estate Chief free copies are available every week at music SAT 06 APR CIVIC THEATRE, AUCKLAND stores, cafes, fast food outlets, nightclubs, pick Executive Peter Holley says: “I’m bars, restaurants, cinemas and retail stores delighted that Barry Gibb has chosen throughout New Zealand. If you would like to pay tribute to his brothers at the to stock Groove Guide please contact tyler@ Mission Estate Concert. We’ve been grooveguide.co.nz or call (09) 3664616. AMPING ART The winners have been announced for Red Bull making wine here for over 160 years, Doodle Art, an on-campus doodling competition that and holding concerts for the last 21 “saved students from the everlasting boredom of long years. This promises to be one of the EDITOR lectures for two weeks.” most memorable occasions in all that Grant Hislop [email protected] time, and will be a special night to Auckland University’s Anna Northey took out first remember.” Editorial Manager place with the grand prize of a personalized Red Bull Tyler Hislop [email protected] fridge skinned with her doodle, and a year’s supply SEE THEM LIVE: BARRY GIBB & CAROL KING of the energy drink. The second place winner won a SUB Editor Sat 23 Feb Mission Estate, Hawkes Bay Laura Weaser [email protected] tray of Red Bull and all winners received a canvas recreation of their artwork. Designer Greta Gotlieb [email protected] You can see the winning doodles at redbull.co.nz. Advertising [email protected] Accounts SmashED OUT Gail Hislop [email protected] Smash Mouth have been forced to postpone their New Zealand show that was set for this week. The GEAR promoter, Big Apachee, is currently in the process of Bronte Taylor [email protected] rescheduling the tour for March next year. New dates Contributors will be announced and on sale in the coming weeks. Laura Weaser, Justin Fowler, Alan Bell, Darren Tickets purchased for shows will remain valid for the Maslin, Aaron Yap. rescheduled 2013 dates or refunds are available from Intern: Julia Hoernig the point of purchase. print PMP Maxum AN ALMIGHTY Publisher Hark Entertainment LTD GRANT PO Box 6032 Wellesley Street, Auckland NZ On Air have announced The The PRODIGY Son Almighty Johnsons, 7 Days and a In the very early 90’s the UK record label XL variety of new and returning TV due to space and content requirements, not all gigs Recordings released two albums from a set of programming will receive funding for may be listed. listings are user generated. groove guide Harlequin dressed ravers named The Prodigy. It’s new seasons next year. In the latest assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies, errors nearly fifteen years since the release of their third or omissions. groove guide is provided ‘as is’, for your funding round a third season of The and most successful album to date Fat Of The Land. information only, without warranty of any kind, either Almighty Johnsons has been granted expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, To mark the occasion it’s being re-released and a whopping $6.9 million after a near fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringment. enhanced with an “added fat” CD of new mixes. These axe after season two. 7 Days got the the guide’s publisher assumes no responsibility for and new retakes include Noisia on ‘Smack My Bitch Up’, disclaims all liability for any inaccuracies, errors or green light to return with a grant of Zeds Dead on ‘Breathe’ and Alvin Risk on ‘Firestarter’ omissions in this guide and do not share the opinions $760,000, along with First Crossings, expressed within. reproduction in whole or in part amongst others. Expect a digital release early Polyfest 2013, and Anzac Day without permission is prohibited. copyright 2012 December and for the wax junkies it will be available commemorative programmes that as a special 4-track vinyl. will receive smaller grants. ISSN 1172-675X

Grooveguide.co.nz | 5 Shit Worth Knowing EARTH’S FESTIVAL PLAYING New Year’s Eve. It’s a time of getting drunk, hanging out in tents, bonding with your mates, and using the camping lifestyle as an excuse not to shower. FAVourites If Mother Earth, creativity, dance, music and culture is your thing check out this cool kid on the block: VANCE FONTAINE Luminate. Luminate is an earth-friendly festival of COMEDIAN music, dance, art and culture with a focus on environmental sustainability, intentional community, knowledge sharing, creativity and inspiration. Returning for its sixth year in 2013, the festival runs for eight days, with five zones of music packed full of international and Kiwi artists, not to mention zones of workshops to inspire and empower you.

This is one for the kids too, not just rowdy “kids” and features family-friendly activities such as the juggle-poi-toy circus zone, lively market, organic food, healing hub, enlightening movies, and plenty of activities for the younger ones.

In terms of music, Luminate offers a broad diversity of acts. The E-Zone (not to be confused with the drug) is all about electronic music. The artist are selected and collated by Christchurch and Tasman districts own DJs Josh Tasman and Subminimal, who aim to bring a wide range of those making waves in the dance scene. If relaxing is more your thing, head Favourite takeaway? to the Chillout Zone, a place to lounge around with One of the unique things about Luminate is Your wife. a cup of chai tea and listen to the soothing sounds that it is all about sustainability and keeping everything earth-friendly. To combat this they Favourite colour? in a communal area filled with warm hospitality have composting toilets, buildings that use Spangle. as well as blankets. But if indigenous cultures are more your thing, learn a new skill such as the natural and recycled materials, eco-solutions for Favourite classic film? pounding rhythm of African drums, or the Aboriginal hot water and showers, earth oven cooking, solar The Richard Simmons Air New Zealand safety didgeridoo. This zone creates a wonderland of music power, and lots more. video – classic. and dance harking back to our ancestors around the Surround yourself in the beauty of Canaan heat of a bonfire. Favourite childhood memory? Downs for eight days of relaxation and new Waking up one morning to an amazing musical When you’re ears are not getting their fill of new experiences. Make the most of the wide range of sound. It was my own voice ... yawning. It experiences, give the rest of your senses something entertainment and workshops on offer and most was at that moment The Vance knew he was to so with the Luminate workshops. These include importantly have fun! destined for greatness. permaculture, alternative energy, yoga, holistic health techniques, circus skills, quantum science, LUMINATE FESTIVAL Favourite party food? electronic music production, improvisation, WED 30 JAN - WED 06 FEB CANAAN DOWNS, NELSON The Vance doesn’t eat at a party – food and harakeke, and lots more. At night, you can find a white suits don’t play harmoniously together. range of enlightening movies and docos. TICKETS ON SALE NOW: COSMICTICKETING.CO.NZ Favourite song? Anything off The Vance’s latest greatest hits album Falling In Love Again, Again.

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SONGS TO LEAVE BEHIND THE GUNSLINGER’S BALL FOUNDERS HERITAGE PARK BODEGA

7.30PM, $38-42 8PM, $28, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ Three of New Zealand’s finest singer-songwriters Yea-ha cowboys and girls! Get your rootin-tootin asses open themselves up to the audience in an intimate down to the country musical feast at the Gunslinger’s performance. First up there is heavyweight Don Ball. Ok, so it’s not quite a country hoedown, but with McGlashan, legendary front man of The Mutton Birds. music that straddles the musical divide between alt- With Julia Deans – whose solo career has taken off, country, rock, punk and folk, no doubt you’ll be feeling joined by her frequent side-kick Anna Coddington. in the mood to kick up your heels.

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5PM 9PM The teams behind the groovy-tastic Conch Records Plum is an engaging and provocative performer with are putting some sizzle on your steak. While you sit a gift for crushing everyone’s hearts into jelly. She down to enjoy a hearty $10 Wednesday night grill, let creates a rich atmosphere as the mischievous story the crew drop some velvety vinyl beats on you from teller creates a bewitching hold over her audience. their extensive crate collection. It’ll put some groove They are as if in a trance of admiration and adoration, into your Wednesday night. intoxicated by her charisma and voice.

THURSDAY 18 END OF DAZE AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY HOT CHELLE RAE 12PM TSB ARENA As the University year comes to an end, what better way to wrap it up than with a summer concert chilling 8pm, $90, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ out in the sun with a few brews? Showcasing some of Auckland’s best upcoming talent, End of Daze Radio airplay darling Hot Chelle Rae are bringing features Loui the Zu, The Wyld, Randa and Lydia Cole. their perfectly coiffed faces our way to the hordes of screaming teenage girls. Exploding onto our airwaves with ‘I Like It Like That’, they have continued to infect our minds with their catchy hooks. The boys are joined by Brit Cher Lloyd. THE BEMSHA SWING CROWN HOTEL

EVERCLEAR gig 9PM, $10-25, DOOR SALES ONLY THE STUDIO OF THE WEEK After an outstanding release party for their album Against Friends and Lovers, the duo has decided to take their sound on the road at three different 7PM, $80, TICKETEK.CO.NZ locations around the country. Don’t let the title fool After a 14 year time out, the Grammy nominated you: these guys may look like the swing kings, but rock sensation is back. Everclear’s music was the they pack a power-ballad rock ‘n’ roll hit . anthem of the ‘90s with their hits ‘Heroin Girl’ and ‘Father of Mine’, proving them could deliver one hit after another. Their intimate concert is a chance to reconnect with your love of an era gone by.

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Creeping out of West Auckland like a creature of the K ey black lagoon in 1998, 8 Foot Sativa paved a new way dunedin all ages for New Zealand heavy metal. They have played with the big names of their genre and are just about to release their greatest hits album. The tour celebrates christchurch TOUR all things foot-stomping, neck-breaking hardcore-ness.

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SATURDAY 20 ALBUM OF THE WEEK

WARP 5 TAME IMPALA LONERISM COHERENT

10PM, $10, DOOR SALES ONLY Set your spaceship to warp 5! One of Fatcat’s flagship events is back, sporting two party-mad Australians called Peking Duck behind the decks. There will also be a heavy serving of local talent to boot. So crank out your glow sticks, white T-shirts for the UV lights and some fluro tights and lose your shit.

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8.30PM, $20-38, DOOR SALES There’s a funky beat up in here, a familiar tune that sounds like summer. Tahuna Breaks forthcoming album may not be hitting the stands until 2013, but to celebrate the release of their second single ‘Smooth’, they figured, why not gig about a bit? They will also be previewing a whole bunch of unreleased tracks.

BEZERK: MASSACRE THE STUDIO This is so good it hurts… but only His writing and vocals weave through because it comes from a very the greater narrative, like a super- talented bunch of Australians. coordinated drunk: seemingly free- 10PM, $25-40, ITICKET.CO.NZ and-easy, but sure-of-foot and focused Lonerism ditches some of the more The title pretty much speaks for itself: You’ll be going with a glorious intent. With his song organic rock elements of Tame bezerk to the hardest hard house bass and it’ll be an structures he’s created a newly Impala’s first full-length album, absolute massacre because there is no way you’ll be synthetic version of those beautiful Innerspeaker, and embraces their able to function the next day. True story. Resident soundscapes that many pioneered electro-psychedelic leanings with a hard houser Serum is joined by international guest back in the 1960s. It feels somewhat more powerful intent. The melodies Grady G. chaotic at times, but it sure-as-sugar are stronger, and that dreamy, is not. It’s driven, finely manipulated Beatles-esque sound that they’ve and effectively (almost perfectly) cultivated has blossomed, potentially executed. influencing younger bands still SUNDAY 21 finding their way. Movement-creation Just look at Parker’s work on the caught in the act? Quite possibly so. track, ‘Why Won’t They Talk To Me?’ It’s smooth and supple, following a Innerspeaker was always going to train-of-thought in accordance with JAY SEAN be a tough act to follow for this the albums theme of, well… Loner-ism Perth four-piece. Cue big kudos from (It’s as good a name as any). The song TELSTRACLEAR PACIFICA CENTRE the likes of Pitchfork, NME, Rolling seems almost simplistically-cerebral Stone, etc, and subsequently finding yet borderline-sickeningly sweet – a frenzied fan-base who thirsted for resulting in a moreish product that 8PM, $59-200, TICKETDIRECT.CO.NZ more. You’ve got to hand it to them you can consume, over and over As the guy that brought you the catchy hits of ‘Down though: this second full-length LP is again. Down’, ‘I’m All Yours’ and ‘Hit the Lights’, you’ll know nothing, if not, nerve-less, especially Which is pretty much the case for his work as the songs that you scream “I love this in the face of such dribbling every song on the album. ‘Elephant,’ song” while dancing in some shady club with sticky anticipation. ‘Keep On Lying,’ ‘Be Above It’ (One of floors and distinct smell of toilet. That said, he’s kind And they’ve progressed nicely from the more effective opening tracks of a babe and not too bad at the whole dancing thing. that first album, almost like they’ve you’ll hear) and the rest. Each taken what they wanted and quickly demands repeat plays from the moved on to the next conquest. listener. Talk about getting a feel- Lonerism’s guitar has pulled back good hit, just in time for summer. HENRY WAGONS AND CO. slightly (but when it comes in it sure makes its presence felt), while WRITTEN BY DARREN MASLIN GOLDEN DAWN the drums and synth have become somewhat more prominent.

5PM Instruments aside however, it’s frontman Kevin Parker, who leads OUT Prepare for a showcase of soul-stirring, heart-melting Tame Impala down the path they songwriting. It’s a Sunday afternoon of country swing currently walk, and he deserves a and ballads from the heart. Wagons are a modern-day large chunk of credit for that road NOW classic, harking back to an era of Wild West novels and being paved in gold. searching for civilization. They are joined by Marlon Williams & Delaney Davidson and Emma Russack.

Grooveguide.co.nz | 9 ARTS Shit worth doing Thursday 18 ARTIST Q&A HANNAH JENSEN THE BARTERED BRIDE ARTIST ST JAMES THEATRE Your signature “I’m an amazing cook” dish is… ‘Slut chicken’ otherwise known as 7.30PM, $50-190, TICKETEK.CO.NZ Chicken Marbella, at least 24hours The NBR New Zealand Opera’s third production of the of marinated goodness, simple but year is of the acclaimed comic tale The Bartered Bride. decadent. Perfect for a weekend Written by Czech composer Bedrich Smetana, the away with friends as you can prepare story is set in 1972 in a Bohemian village. It’s a story of it before you go so you don’t have to love set on the background of a circus and features a spend hours in the kitchen whilst on dancing bear. holiday. The best TV show around at the moment is… WORLD OF WEARABLE ARTS UP CLOSE I struggle to enjoy much TV these days, much prefer a good DVD... OTAGO MUSEUM however I am a sucker for Grey’s Anatomy and my partner loves the ITM Fishing Show which I happen to 10AM What’s an upcoming film you’re secretly enjoy. jazzed about? The World of Wearable Arts (WOW) has undergone I see Life of Pi is coming out soon. The best place for a date night is… many changes over the last 10 years. But without Will be interesting to see how they I adore Coco’s Cantina, fabulous a doubt, the event itself constantly showcases the adapted it from the much talked food, funky setting and whether it’s most amazing creations made from the unlikeliest of about book. summer or winter there are always materials. Take a journey through an exhibit of Kiwi weird and wacky things passing by innovation. Where can your stalkers find you on K’rd to keep you entertained. during the weekend? Weekend in Auckland always starts People say you look like… with yoga at Yoga Sanctuary or Sandra Bullock but I am not sure FRIDAY 19 Lululemon then pottering in my that’s a compliment or not? studio.... otherwise it’s up north to Langs for sunset surfs and early What generic current affair has morning fishing! your blood boiled? FORBIDDEN LOVE Guys that are against abortion! What happens when you mix Coca There are too many abuse cases in TOWN HALL Cola with Pepsi? this world for abortion to be illegal; You get a super duper cleaner which I am very passionate about woman will make any BBQ sparkle. having the right to make their own 7PM, THE-EDGE.CO.NZ, choices about their body. Your fantasy spirit animal is… What’s more sensual than a love that is unobtainable? A gigantic Japanese Crane (otherwise Art in the Dark Tchaikovsky’s violin concerto in D major. The work known as a snow ballerina) I can ride Fri 09 Nov - Sun 11 Nov. was initially declared unplayable (Oooo saucy) but has through the night sky. hannahjensen.co.nz since become a cornerstone of the violin repertoire and a test for any soloist. Your heart will race in the hands of the violinist Nicola Benedetti. SATURDAY 20 ARMAGEDDON ASB SHOWGROUND CULT COUTURE TELSTRACLEAR PACIFIC CENTRE FRI 19 OCT - MON 22 OCT 6PM, $10-65, ITICKET.CO.NZ

Sci-fi geeks, gamers and cosplay lovers rejoice! The 2012 expo of all things cult is here again. Celebrity As part of the Southside Arts Festival, Cult Couture guests include Game of Thrones stars Finn Jones (Ser is a one-night only fashion show, combined with Loras Tyrell) and Miltos Yerolemou (Syrio Forel) as music, dance and theatre. It highlights the undeniable well as our very own international export Temuera creative talent bubbling away in Auckland’s south Morrison (most famous now for Jango Fett, not suburbs and recognizes designs showing exceptional drinking Lion Red). flair and innovation.

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K ey Director Jesse Peach brings his adaptation of Arthur dunedin COMEDY Miller’s masterpiece to the Maidment Theatre. The play details the life of businessman Willy Loman and his son Biff, who both have aspirations and dreams christchurch DANCE that put enormous amounts of pressure on them. The timeless messages make it a brilliant piece of theatre.

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WEDnESDAY 17 FILM OF THE WEEK DEXTER - SEASON 7 SEARCHING FOR SUGAR MAN SOHO , 8.30pm

Your favourite serial killer is back with the brand new season premiere on SoHo. At the end of the last season, Dexter was finally forced to confront his greatest fear. Pulled by his natural impulses to seek out the guilty and exact his brand of vigilante justice, the trail leads him to a brutal Ukrainian mobster. directed by MALIK BENDJELLOUL Starring THE RIDGES - Season Finale RODRIGUEZ, CLARENCE AVANT AND TV3, 7:30pm MALIK BENDJELLOUL

Malik Bendjelloul’s doco about a long Featuring interviews with lost folk singer-songwriter who could Rodriguez’s colleagues, family, have been the next Bob Dylan brings and former producers who’re still Oh no, is it that time already? Time for the Ridges to together many of my favourite things bewildered at why he never took leave our screens? Oh, but it’s been such an average – detective fiction, forgotten artists, off, the doco finds its shape via the ride through the middle-class life of two Kiwi working class stories, dual existences, passionate sleuthing of two South “socialites”. In all fairness, the show is wrapping up music nerdiness – into a soulful, lip- African fans, revealing narrative with a bang as Jaime’s hard work and training pays tremblingly joyous movie that’s one layers that go beyond simple myth- off, taking on The GC’s Rosana. of the more affecting experiences I’ve busting. Bendjelloul’s juxtaposition had in a cinema this year. of Rodriguez’s parallel lives – the inspirational, anti-establishment Detroit musician Sixto Rodriguez rock legend in a country torn by THURSDAY 18 recorded two politically charged oppression, and the humble, blue- albums in the early 1970s – Cold collar worker who had no idea he Fact and Coming to Reality, but they was one – proves to be powerful, DOWNTON ABBEY - Season 3 flopped in the US and he went off the uncanny, uplifting. radar. Searching for Sugar Man traces PRIME, 8.30pm Rodriguez’s missing years and the Searching for Sugar Man story unearthed is amazing: Cold Fact satisfies both as a tribute to the found its way into South Africa and transformative qualities of music went on to sell thousands, attaining and the selflessness of a rare The wait for one of the hottest, and most surprisingly Rodriguez the cult status of being individual. successful, British class dramas is back on Prime for a bigger than Elvis in that country. But new season. With the arrival of steel- tongued Cora’s he remained a mystery to his fans with BY AARON YAP, FLICKS.CO.NZ mother (played by the insatiable Shirley McLaine), many believing he committed suicide expect a war of the words with the other lady of the on stage by setting himself alight. manor, Violet Crawley (Dame Maggie Smith). FRIDAY 19 MONDAY 22 BOARDWALK EMPIRE - SEASON 3 THE ARTIST SOHO, 8.30pm SKY BOX OFFICE, 7.35pm

Big dog Al Capone is in town in season three of Telling the tragic story of a dashing hero’s rise and this Prohibition era-drama. Competition heats up fall in Hollywood, and the unlikely romance that between the liquor bootleggers and things are blossoms between him and his replacement – a getting intensely violent. Nucky (slime-ball face young and ambitious actress named Peppy. It’s Steve Buscemi) faces new competition, who is just as bitter-sweet entertainment and will warm your heart determined to survive in this tough industry. without a single word.

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Grooveguide.co.nz | 13 EAT SHIT WORTH EATING ARIZONA CORNER GREY & FEATHERSTON STREETS

Drawing their décor inspiration (as well as their food) from Texas, New Mexico and Arizona states, this Wellington restaurant has all the flavour and colour, with just the right amount of sass and spice. The menu features everything from Mexican-style quesadillas to old-fashioned Arizona beef burgers.

JAM CAFÉ 33-45 HURSTMERE ROAD

Is it merely a thing to have with tea and toast, or is something musicians do in a large group of friends. It’s Bellota neither: it’s an organic oasis, located in the centre of Takapuna. Their specialty if fresh teas, coffee and food, 91 Federal St, Auckland 6.<$%HOORWD2SHQ'D\VB*5229(*8,'( [PP BLQGG 30 with a range of vegetarian and gluten-free options.

DAYTIME DATE night Belotta is the Spanish word for acorn and it’s the acorn that plays OPEN LATE CASUAL DINING an essential part in the creation of the delicacy - Jamón Ibérico de Bellota (literally Iberian ham of acorns). Stepping into Bellota feels like you have transported yourself to Spain - friends boistrous over NEW KID CHEAP AND CHEERFUL a jug of Sangria with tapas plates alongside while couples snuggle

in the intimate booths. The menu designed by Peter Gordon has a V I BE K ey HIPSTER FRIENDLY TAKEAWAY delectable range of authentic tapas. The perfect place to meet pre or post theatre or for a casual after work get together. Enjoy alfresco OUTDOOR SHARE dining and Spanish live guitar Thursdays – Saturdays. auckland EATERIES

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Fridays are a Must Wed 17 w/ DJ Marek & Guests Wed 17 Sat 20 B-Lo & Kev Fresh Down & Dirty Bettys Function House & Bar Luke Thompson, Stu 8 Foot Sativa 2012 Boston on Blair Larsen & Tim Hart Tour w/ guests NZSM Friday Milk & Honey Cafe, Hamilton The Basement Bar, New Plymouth Dragon 40th Lunchtime Concert: Anniversary Tour Nick Granville Songs to Leave Behind Aural Trash NZ Tour The Opera House NZSM Concert Hall Founders Heritage Park, Nelson Wine Cat Cruises, Napier Killing Bear, Melting Percolator Dragon 40th Faces & Riki Gooch Vivant Restaurant & Bar Anniversary Tour 9PM, San Francisco Bath House Thu 18 Brewers Bar, Mt Maunganui The Gunslingers Ball Kroon For Your Kai 8PM, Bodega Altmusic presents Brezz ‘N’ Presents 7PM, The Southern Cross Heather Leigh Open Air Theatre, Gisborne Garden Bar Restaurant Tommy (Scotland - duo with Tahuna Breaks 10PM, The Southern Cross Robbie Yeats) w/ The Dilfs, Johos, Garden Bar Restaurant Founders Heritage Park, Nelson Captains Log Antony Milton and Eye 10PM, Mighty Mighty, $5 8PM, Chicks Hotel, Dunedin, $9 The Classic Hits Acoustic Church The Mighty Dragon 40th Tour 2012: Anika, Mighty Quiz Sat 20 Anniversary Tour Boh & Hollie Mighty Mighty, Wellington The Mayfair, New Plymouth 7PM, First Presbyterian Downlink Church, Invercargill, $67.50 The Session w/ special Sandwiches H’Sao guest Ben Shepherd Founders Heritage Park, Nelson The Flaming Mudcats 10PM, Matterhorn Laura Collins & The & Boogie Train Back Porch Blues Band Plum Green - Album 9PM, The Playhouse, $20 The Lido Cafe Release Tour 9PM, Refuel, Dunedin, The Gunslingers Ball Thu 18 Little Bark Big $10 doorsales 8PM, The Mayfair, New Plymouth Band, Joe Blossom, Double ya D The Gunslingers Ball Bandeoke 8PM, The Cabana, Napier 8PM, The Southern Cross 10PM, Mighty Mighty, $5 Garden Bar Restaurant Sun 21 Phoebe Hurst Trinity Roots Founders Heritage Park, Nelson Cycle Chic in the Street 4PM, The Southern Cross Feast Gisborne 6PM, Edward St courtyard Garden Bar Restaurant feat. Hello Sailor Plum Green - Album and Dragon Hot Chelle Rae 11AM, Waiohika Estate, Gisborne Wellington Town Hall Release Wellington Fri 19 9PM, Eva St Studio Luke Thompson, Stu Luke Thompson, Stu 1814 The Carlos Navae Band Larsen & Tim Hart Larsen, Tim Hart Homebase Sports Bar, Hamilton Major Toms, Mt Maunganui 10PM, Mighty Mighty, $5 10PM, The Southern Cross Garden Bar Restaurant 8 Foot Sativa 2012 Tour Sing Along with Altitude Bar, Hamilton Polter’s Debut E.P These Four Walls the Yoots Release Show Founders Heritage Park, Nelson 9PM, Bodega, $5 - Living to Write Dragon 40th the End Tour Anniversary Tour Toasted (NZ Mental STAND UP for 8PM, Bar Medusa, $10 The Owhango Hotel, Taumarunui Health Awareness) Wellington Rape Crisis Static Bar, Hamilton 7PM, San Francisco Villainy - Album Luke Thompson, Stu Bath House, $20 Release Show Larsen & Tim Hart 8PM, Bodega, $15 The Gunslingers Ball The Mayfair, New Plymouth 8PM, Gravity Bar, Hamilton Steve Smith in Concert w/ Wellington Plastic Paco w Jazz Orchestra Governor Grey The Grand Sun 21 9PM, The Theatrette, Free our add y gs Recovery Sessions People of Paris own li stin & DPTRCLB DJs Feat. DJ Ayesha groovEguide.co.nz Fri 19 3PM, The Southern Cross Poverty Bay Club, Gisborne Garden Bar Restaurant Minaret, Eboshi, Ethixx These Four Walls 9PM, San Francisco Bath House SKA-B-Q - Living to Write 7PM, San Francisco the End Tour Bodies, Batpiss, Von Bath House, $10 8PM, Diggers Bar, Mt Thundersvolt Maunganui, $10 10PM, Mighty Mighty, $5 Tane 8PM, The Southern Cross The Classic Hits Famous Fridays Garden Bar Restaurant Acoustic Church Tour Sandwiches 2012: Anika, Boh The Troubles 7PM, Knox Church, Forgotten Generation, Meow Dunedin, $67.50 Dimestore Skanks, Red Dawn, The Whiskey Show 8PM, Medusa, $5 SHIT WORTH DOING auckland gig guide

Nyntee Manuel Bundy Villainy - Album Wed 17 9PM, Longroom 5PM, The Britomart Country Club Release Show 8PM, The Kings Arms, $15 Conch Records Old School DJs: Nga Hau E Wha 5PM, The Britomart Country Club Murray Cammick, 8PM, Q Theatre We Love Catz, Dylan C Kat Saunders Creative Jazz Club 6PM, Racket Nigel Love , Alex Q 6PM, Libertine 8PM, 1885 Basement, $10 6PM, Hurstmere Brew Bar On The Other Hand Critics Choice Awards 6PM, Q Theatre On The Other Hand 8PM, The Kings Arms 8PM, Q Theatre Sat 20 Prime Cuts Dirty Diana 8PM, Q Theatre Onny Kaulima A Ponsonby 7PM, Chapel Bar 8PM, 1885 Basement Institution Root Down w/ 8PM, Chapel Bar Everclear - Invisible Frank Booker Organikismness Stars Tour TV Special 6PM, Tyler Street Garage 9PM, Sandbar, Waiheke, $10 Bevan Keys, Dean 4PM, Juice Bar Campbell Rose Quartz Djs Out Of The Box 7PM, Longroom Everclear - Invisible 7PM, Libertine 6PM, Q Theatre Stars Tour Bex-in-Effects, DJ CC 8PM, Juice Bar Sample Gee and Page3 & Vincent Hanna 7PM, Libertine DeeWhy 5PM, Sale St Grant Marshall 6PM, Sale St Bobby Brazuka & Nigel Love Pat 4 President 10PM, 1885 Basement 5PM, Sale St The Cavemen, Husk 8PM, Elephant Wrestler & Funhouse CIAN Karaoke The Lucha Lounge Rose Alice 9PM, Leigh Sawmill Cafe, $10 8PM, QF Tavern 6PM, Nuffield St. The Wax Works Colours of India Prime Cuts w/ T-Rice Rotorua Adventure 8PM, Q Theatre 6PM, Q Theatre 5PM, The Britomart Country Club Night 8PM, Globe Bar Connor Nester Racket Book Swap 9PM, Northern SteamShip 6PM, Racket Sam Hill, Omegaman 9PM, Racket David Shanhun Time Dance Fri 19 8PM, De Post 8PM, Q Theatre Sassy Aroha 8PM, De Post Dean Te Paa 6PM, Commons 9PM, Florries Sene, Nyntee Thu 18 Awesomesauce! 6PM, Longroom DJ Sister Act ft Douster 4PM, Chapel Bar 10PM, Be Club, $10 8 Foot Sativa 2012 tour SI REZ, TYRA HAMMOND, 8PM, The Kings Arms, $25 MC BJORN FRYBREAD DJ’S Douglas Wright Ben Wah, Will Styles 9PM, Leigh Sawmill Cafe, $10 - Body of Work 8PM, 1885 Britomart Acoustic Thursday 1PM, Gus Fisher Gallery Sinclarity - Wake Up Ft. John Edwards Brett Polley 5PM, Northern SteamShip New Zealand Tour 2012 Duets 8PM, Moretons Bar 7PM, The Backyard, $10 6PM, Q Theatre Acoustic Thursday David Shanhun Slias, ExMixKid Fame w/ Karn Hall w/ Eli 9PM, Florries 10PM, 1885 Britomart, $10 7PM, Neighbourhood 9PM, Snapdragon Dean Te Paa Solly, Rice Franko Acoustic Thursdays 8PM, Glen Eden RSA w/ Waylon 5PM, Neighbourhood 8PM, Rickshaw Eddys 7PM, Nuffield St. Double Dutch Spring Tempo Hot Chelle Rae 5PM, Chapel Bar Benwah 10PM, Coherent, $10 Vector Arena 8PM, The Corner Store Dylan Submariner, Jason Eli Jason Kyle 6PM, La Zeppa Kitchen General Lee 5PM, Everybodys 8PM, Sandbar, Waiheke, $7 7PM, Chapel Bar End of Daze: Loui The Friday Blender Jason Smith The ZU, The Wyld, 8PM, Chapel Bar 9PM, The Patriot Everclear Randa, Lydia Cole 8PM, The Studio 12PM, Auckland University Quad Three’s A Crowd Jazz In The Vines w/ Wilberforces, Peacock Sky Vineyard, Imagine This Freestyle with Waiheke Island 8PM, Snapdragon Igor & The Swirling Alisha, Frank Beach-Ball Of Beff 5PM, Tyler Street Garage 7PM, Audio Foundation Kilamanraro Jason Eli 7PM, Everybodys 6PM, Commons Jason Kyle, Normski Tido 6PM, Northern SteamShip 6PM, Commons Klassix From Paris Kilamanraro 5PM, The Britomart Country Club 6PM, Everybodys Jason Smith Va-Va-Voom 8PM, Basalt Burlesque Show Loose’n Up Lyrakill Barnett Hall, Piha 9PM, Hurstmere Brew Bar Lee Gray Duo 10PM, Q Theatre, $35 7PM, Merchant Bar VHF Duo KMS, ExMixKid Nga Hau E Wha 9PM, Snapdragon 8PM, Q Theatre 9PM, The Patriot

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Nga Hau E Wha Selecta Sam Dave Alley at The Secondary Colours 8PM, Q Theatre 8PM, La Zeppa Kitchen Thirsty Dog Folk Club 2PM, Q Theatre The Thirsty Dog Nigel Love, Paul Sick Disco presents Sunday Session with Hannon, Ultan Burke Jimmy Edgar Duets the Sentimental 11PM, Hurstmere Brew Bar w/ Recloose, 4PM, Q Theatre Sound System Philippa, Tommy Franko 3PM, Chapel Bar Night Gaunts Flowers, MTron 2PM, Merchant Bar Rumble Edge Line 6PM, Cassette Nine Westfest X Shoutin’ Preachin’ Jay Sean Im All 8PM, The Kings Arms 8PM, Lucha Lounge, $5 Spooky Yours NZ Tour 7PM, Commons Telstraclear Pacific Events Centre Nyntee Mon 22 8PM, Racket Unknown Peace Mixed Bizness Tainui Tavern 5PM, Sandbar, Waiheke, $7 Omegaman Club Connoisseurs 5PM, Neighbourhood Native Tongue & 6PM, Chapel Bar Sun 21 Spunk Present Pukepuke ‘o Tonga Henry Wagons, Music Quiz 6PM, Q Theatre 7PM, The Kings Arms 10th Anniversary Delaney Davidson Radio Ponsonby Concert by Music & Marlon Williams, The Kings Arms Association of and Emma Russack Labour Day Show Spring Carnival 5PM, Golden Dawn 9PM, LongRoom Auckland 2PM, The Kings Arms Auckland Town Hall RYAN KERSHAW Odelay! North Island tour Britomart Sunday 10PM, Flight Lounge Tue 23 8PM, The Kings Arms, $10 Service Out Of The Box 2PM, The Britomart Country Club 8PM, Q Theatre Seamless Kings Arms Quiz 4PM, Q Theatre Colours of India Scotty Mayes, Sam Hill 9PM, The Kings Arms 6PM, Q Theatre 6PM, Longroom Secondary Colours open mic night Seamless 8PM, The Windsor Castle 4PM, Q Theatre Craig Anthony 6PM, Q Theatre 2PM, De Post CHRISTCHURCH gig guide

The Classic Hits Nadia Reid live down Wed 17 Acoustic Church Cashell Mall Sun 21 Tour 2012: Anika, 12PM, Re:Start Container Mall Al Park Boh & Hollie Kate Anastasiou 8.30PM, The Brewery 7PM, St Michael, $67.50 Soul Manor w/ 4PM, No 4 Merchants of Flow Luke Hurley & Medway Roots Labour weekend 8PM, Dux Live 8PM, Dux Live Celebration w/ Tainted, Blindfolded & The Classic Hits Fri 19 Led to the Woods, Bow Acoustic Church Messiah, Awakened Tour 2012: Anika, Altmusic presents Sat 20 Inferno & Lebowski Boh & Hollie Heather Leigh 8PM, Dux Live 7PM, St Michael, $67.50 (Scotland - duo Bassfreaks Pilsner with Robbie Yeats) Launch Party Natalie Elms w/ Roy Montgomery 8.30PM, Dux Live 3PM, The Astro Lounge and John Mallard Thu 18 8PM, Physics Room, $9 Dr Sanchez 6PM, The Astro Lounge Antix Kate Anastasiou 10PM, The Bedrock Bar Mon 22 7PM, The Brickworks Kate Anastasiou 7PM, Hilltop Tavern Brother Love CD Anna Whitaker & Luke Hurley Release/ Here Come The Kittentank Album Jazz Orchestra 8PM, Wunderbar, $10 Bulletholes Release Release Party w/ Aurora Centre for the Performing Arts Marlon Williams Wunderbar Diving & Guests 9PM, Wunderbar, $10 6PM, The Astro Lounge Bulletholes Rodger Fox’s 4: Exploring Mainland Big Band Wellington Jazz Nadia Reid & Aldous the Unknown Orchestra w/ Harding w/ Huia Hope Kaiapoi Club, Kaiapoi Steve Smith 8PM, Darkroom Release Party 8PM, Wunderbar, $10 Miss Tassels South Aurora Centre for the Island 2012 Burlesque Performing Arts Plum Green - Album Hennessy Love Release Christchurch Competition Tane w/ Gearloose, 9PM, The Darkroom, $10 Machine CPSA Big Yellow Building 10PM, The Brewery Phoebe Hurst & Hudson Pistolgrip, Suede The Bemsha Swing Kate Anastasiou - Against Friends 8PM, Dux Live Arcade, Lockjaw 5PM, The Astro Lounge 9PM, Dux Live & Lovers Tour darkroom

Grooveguide.co.nz | 17 BARS Shit worth dRINKING SALE ST 7 SALE ST

Located in the heart of Victoria Park Market in Freemans Bay, Sale St is a venue that encompasses everything from an award-winning microbrewery to Auckland’s largest deck and garden bar. What’s more, Sale St is a hot destination for live music: DJ sets to acoustic wind-downs on Sundays. BAR MEDUSA 1 54 VIVIAN STREET

If you look into the eyes of the beast, we promise you won’t turn into stone. You will, however, find yourself face-to-face with a whole lot of local and alternative music. It’s a creative hub, an open door to sounds you COMMONS won’t find on the radio these days. 21 HURSTMERE ROAD DAYTIME SPORTS BAR

OPEN LATE DANCE FLOOR Located in the swanky new McKenzies Precinct of Takapuna, the Commons is about providing a common, but very uncommon, FOOD ONE NIGHT STAND location for after work drinks, lunch, dinner and more. With five unique yet interconnected spaces sharing or overlooking the shared HIPSTER FRIENDLY LIVE MUSIC outdoor area, you can have anything from a bistro-style meal to a full VIBE Ke y degustation menu. Not to mention their extensive list of wines: 50 to AFTER WORK CRAFT BEERS choose from to be precise. shit worth Drinking AUCKLAND BARS

RACKET BAR WHAMMY BAR PONSONBYPONSONBY 6-10 Roukai Lane (09) 309-5854 179 Karangahape Road VIADUCT Serves everything from single- VIADUCT Chapel malt whisky to cans of Double SNAPDRAGON 147 Ponsonby Rd (09) 360-4528 Brown. 204 Quay St (09) 357-6147 For a quiet afternoon drink with A blend of 1930s vintage friends in the sun, a light bite, a la WINE CELLAR glamour and West Hollywood carte dining or a great night out. 183 K’Rd 377-8293 lounge with a healthy shot of MEXICO private gentlemen’s club. 23 Britomart Place (09) 366-1759

GOLDEN DAWN Drink in the eclectic front bar Crossroads of Ponsonby & or settle into the cosy dining Richmond Rds area to explore the short but MMTt EDEN EDEN QUAY ST CLUBROOMS Ph (09) 376-9929 compelling menu. 204 Quay St (09) 357-6147 DE POST Watch the game while your 466 Mt Eden Rd (09) 630-9330 girlfriend goes dancing. Your local in the heart of Mt. Eden with over 100 beers GRAND CENTRAL available and superb food. 126 Ponsonby Rd (09) 360-1260 NEWMARKETNEWMARKET Ponsonby’s longest serving bar THE CLADDAGH with live music/DJ 7 nights. 2 for 372-376 Broadway (09) 522-4410 VICTORIA PARK 1 happy hour & licensed to 5am. The Claddagh Irish Pub - A VICTORIA PARK slice of Ireland in the heart of SALE ST Newmarket. 7 Sale St (09) 307-8148 PARNELL A unique collection of spaces - JULEP award-winning microbrewery, THE PADDINGTON 152 Ponsonby Rd (09) 378-8186 117 St Georges Bay Rd bistro dining, dance floor with (09) 309-3586 live music, celebrated garden bar CENTRALCENTRAL & K’RD& Krd A Parnell institution for sports and very private Velvet Room! events, craft beers and superb PINXTOS (Opening Oct) DOC BAR food with the recent addition of 128c Ponsonby Rd 352 K’Rd (09) 365-1800 top-notch live gigs. Bar*Cafe*Tapas Tues-Sat LA ZEPPA KITCHEN & BAR 37 Drake St (09) 379-8167 Focuses on the fact that people want to enjoy each other’s THE PONSONBY KINGS ARMS SHANGHAI LIL’S company with a great glass of (Belgian Beer Cafe) 59 France St (09) 373-3240 311 Parnell Rd 358 0868 wine and tasty plates, without 1-3 St Mary’s Rd (09) 376-6092 the constraints of having to book A little piece of Europe in the or have a meal at a certain time. heart of Ponsonby. The perfect spot to kick start the weekend, FATHER TED’S for an intimate dinner or a THE WINDSOR CASTLE refreshing after-work beverage... ORIGINAL IRISH PUB 144 Parnell Rd (09) 356-3650 1 Wellesley St West Established in 1847, one of (09) 377-3144 LIBERTINE Auckland’s earliest surviving 37 Drake St (09) 929-2790 Entertainment seven nights a hotels serves gastro pub food This new bar and eatery takes its week, with three big screens, in a comfortable, unpretentious cue from the Americas, but with pool table, competitions & prizes, environment. an Antipodean twist. Guests can BRITOMARTBRITOMART quiz, karaoke and live music. sit and order from anywhere 1885 - Britomart within the space - plates to 27 Galway St (09) 551 3100 share in the dining area, mains Nightclub upstairs. Cocktail at the bar. lounge downstairs. Home to VERONA Auckland’s biggest club nights. 169 K’Rd (09) 307-0508 KINGSLANDKINGSLAND Celebrating 20 years on K’Rd. Open 10am till late seven days Neighbourhood with intimate booths, live Brewbar 498 New North Rd (09) 846-3773 AGENTS & MERCHANTS music, gourmet food, cocktails & THE OAKROOM organic tap beer. Nestled in the site of an old 17 Drake 300 6313 6-10 Roukai Lane (09) 309-5854 garage and engineering shop Seasonal lunch meals and late- Neighbourhood celebrates the night tapas served in a small craft of beer and is perfect for cobblestone alleyway. after work drinks or a Sunday Q Theatre session on the sun drenched 305 Queen Street outdoor courtyard. For lunch and a glass of wine. Or THE BRITOMART grab a snack, enjoy a Supreme COUNTRY CLUB coffee and power up at our 31 Galway St (09) 303-2541 WIFI hotspot. A range of hot- GTION A garden bar in the middle of pressed or old school doorstop WELLIN G the city. Comes with a mini golf sandwiches, serious salads, ARS COMIN lawn, cocktail jugs and vinyl- biscuits, tarts, cakes and an ultra- B N only DJs. cheap Artists’ Pot of the Day. SOO

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Upcoming tours & events LAGWAGON (US) NORTHERN BASS FESTIVAL STEPHEN MERCHANT (UK) Wed 12 Dec San Fran Sun 30 Dec - Mon 31 Dec Mangawhai Mon 17 Dec Opera House, Wellington Bathhouse, Wellington Wed 19 Dec Town Hall, Auckland Thu 13 Dec Kings Arms, Auckland NZ INTERNATIONAL STONERFEST LA DE DA FESTIVAL 2012 FILM FESTIVAL Sat 01 Dec Whammy Bar & Sun 30 Dec - Mon 31 Dec Daisybank Wed 17 Oct - Wed 31 Oct Masterton Wine Cellar, Auckland Farm, Martinborough OMAR RODRIGUEZ TAHUNA BREAKS LOPEZ GROUP (USA) Sat 20 Oct Founders Tue 27 Nov San Fran Bath Heritage Park, Nelson House, Wellington Wed 28 Nov The Kings Arms, Auckland THE UKULELE FESTIVAL Sat 01 Dec Trusts Stadium, Auckland OWL CITY (US) Fri 16 Nov The Powerstation, Auckland REGINA SPEKTOR (US) UNKNOWN MORTAL Mon 03 Dec Town Hall, Auckland ORCHESTRA PARACHUTE FESTIVAL 2013 Fri 04 Jan Bodega, Wellington Fri 25 Jan - Sun 27 Jan Thu 10 Jan Cassette, Auckland Mystery Creek, Hamilton RHYTHM & ALPS Fri 28 Dec - Sat 29 Dec Terrace Downs, Christchurch VILLAINY PARKWAY DRIVE (AUS) Fri 19 Oct The Kings Arms, Auckland Wed 12 Dec Logan Campbell Sat 20 Oct Bodega, Wellington LANEWAY FESTIVAL 2013 Centre, Auckland RHYTHM & VINES Mon 28 Jan Silo Park, Auckland Sat 29 Dec - Mon 31 Dec PAT BENATAR, AMERICA Waiohika Estate, Gisborne VODAFONE NEW ZEALAND LINKIN PARK (US) MUSIC AWARDS Thu 21 Feb Vector Arena, Auckland AND MORE… RIVAL STATE Thu 01 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Sat 16 Feb The Amphitheatre, Taupo Sat 02 Nov Bodega, Wellington Sun 17 Feb Matakana Country MINISTRY OF SALSA Park, Matakana, North Auckland THE WAR OF THE WORLD Sat 24 Nov Studio Sat 23 Feb Gibbston Valley RUSSELL BRAND (UK) Thu 01 Nov - Sun 16 Dec The Winery, Queenstown Wed 28 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Stardome, Auckland MORE FM VINEYARD TOUR Fri 15 Feb Mills Reef Winery, Tauranga PAUL DI’ANNO & BLAZE RYAN KERSHAW BAND WEEZER (US) Sat 16 Feb Sileni Estates Sat 20 Oct The Kings Arms, Auckland Fri 11 Jan Vector Arena, Auckland Winery, Hawkes Bay BAYLEY (UK) Sat 27 Oct Red Eye, Whangarei Sun 17 Feb Te Kairanga Fri 07 Dec Bodega, Wellington Vineyard, Martinborough Sat 08 Dec The Kings Arms, Auckland SHOW ME SHORTS WHO SHOT ROCK & ROLL: A Tue 19 Feb Trafalgar Park, Nelson PHOTOGRAPHIC HISTORY Fri 22 Feb The Groynes, Christchurch POTTED POTTER FILM FESTIVAL Sat 10 Nov - Sun 03 Feb Sat 23 Feb Turanga Creek Wed 24 Oct - Sun 28 Oct Bruce Thu 01 Nov - Sun 11 Nov Auckland Art Gallery Vineyard, Auckland Mason Centre, Auckland Capitol Cinema, Auckland Thu 01 Nov - Sun 11 Nov Pukekohe Cinema, Auckland MORRISSEY (UK) Thu 01 Nov - Sun 11 Nov Fri 14 Dec Town Hall, Wellington Matakana Cinema, Auckland Sat 15 Dec Vector Arena, Auckland Thu 01 Nov - Sun 11 Nov Waiheke Island Community Cinema, Auckland MUMFORD & SONS (UK) Thu 08 Nov - Sun 18 Nov Fri 02 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Paramount Cinema, Wellington Sun 03 Nov Town Hall, Wellington Thu 08 Nov - Sun 18 Nov Sun 04 Nov Town Hall, Wellington Rialto Cinema, Dunedin Tue 06 Nov CBS Canterbury Thu 15 Nov - Sun 25 Nov Bay Arena, Christchurch City Cinemas, Tauranga Thu 15 Nov - Sun 25 Nov The Regal Cinema, Twizel NICKELBACK (US) Thu 03 Nov - Sun 13 Jan The Fri 30 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Monkey House, Whitianga PLUM GREEN Tue 18 Oct Refuel, Dunedin SIX60 Wed 19 Oct The Dark Sat 17 Nov ASB Theatre, Auckland WILCO (uS) Room, Christchurch Thu 27 Dec Butlers Reef, Oakura Fri 05 Apr Town Hall, Wellington Thu 20 Oct Eve St Studio, Wellington Sat 29 Dec Station Village Sat 06 Apr Civic Theatre, Auckland Thu 27 Oct The Wine Cellar, Auckland Complex, Lower Hutt Sun 30 Dec Riwaka Hotel, Riwaka Wed 02 Jan Coroglen Tavern, Coroglen PRETTY LIGHTS (US) Fri 04 Jan Brewers In The Thu 31 Jan San Fran Bath Park, Mount Maunganui House, Wellington Sat 05 Jan Matakana Country Fri 01 Feb Studio, Auckland Park, Matakana Sun 06 Jan Opononi Hotel, Opononi THE PRETTY THINGS (UK) Tue 11 Dec The Powerstation, Auckland SMOKE DZA (US) Thu 15 Nov Hard Luck Cafe, Auckland NICKI MINAJ (US) RADIOHEAD (UK) Fri 16 Nov Bodega, Wellington Tue 06 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland Sat 24 Nov Vector Arena, Auckland SOUTHSIDE ARTS NIGHTWISH (FI) RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS (US) FESTIVAL 2012 Tue 08 Jan Studio, Auckland Sun 13 Jan Vector Arena, Auckland Tue 16 Oct - Sun 11 Nov Auckland shit we went to

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Making an indie film requires the right balance of certain elements. While Safety follows a pretty A-typical formula of indie films, there’s some- You need the right amount of quirky without completely alienating your thing remarkably humorous and appealing about this film. A lot of this audience. You need the kind of girl that breaks Hollywood conventions: hinges on the relationship between Darius and Kenneth. Mark Duplass not clichéd good looking, witty but a kind of a loner, and often has trou- said of his character, that he loves films where the protagonist is someone bling forming relationships. You need a strange leading man and a whole who “the world seems to be against but they have the purity and passion of bunch of cameos from unusual characters with problems of their own. heart in the way they go about doing things. Kenneth has that, but has it in a way that is heartwarming and ridiculous”. And then you add in an element of science fiction– time travel – and you have Safety Not Guaranteed. Kenneth is just that: despite all his oddities and his obsession with time travel, he’s just a regular guy wanting some TLC and someone to look past Three employees from a Seattle magazine are on the hunt for the latest his quirks after being hurt so many times in the past. Duplass plays him story. Following up this crazy newspaper ad that calls for someone to go with such a serious conviction in his cause we can’t help but laugh at him, back in time, the three travel to Ocean View, Washington, looking for the feel sorry for him and root for him all at the same time. meaning behind this strange request. What will they find? A deranged lunatic? To their surprise Kenneth (Mark Duplass) is a seemingly normal In true Aubrey Plaza style, she’s all wit and a natural sense of charm she individual, who completely and utterly believes he has created a way often seems oblivious to. She’s always one step removed to Kenneth’s plans to travel back to 2001. In a journey to find out more about Kenneth, the every step of the way, unsure if they guy is for real or he’s going to do a reporters also learn more about themselves. complete 180 degree turn on us and turn out to be a complete mental. We follow her lead and like Darius, we are never quite sure what his intention Safety Not Guaranteed is, believe it or not, based on a true story when a man is, but he seems so completely genuine we let him into our hearts. It’s a placed an ad in a survivalist magazine looking for people to join him on a risk, and like the title suggests, safety is not guaranteed. time travelling adventure. Their safety was not guaranteed. Beneath the sci-fi bent on the story,Safety is a love story – just not in the It seems an odd start to a film, but writer Derek Connolly saw something typical sense. It’s about time travel in the way we all wish we could go back in this concept. but we need to put things behind us in order to move forward. There some “My first thought was what if the guy who placed the ad was sincere and things that aren’t explained in the film, adding to the mystery surrounding really wants to go back in time, yet everyone was making fun of him. There Kenneth’s character, and the unusual circumstances definitely mix things was something really sad about it all. What if he was really lamenting up a bit, but it’s each individuals own desire to “time travel” that is the crux something from his past that he wants to go back and fix.” of this film. Wouldn’t we all want to do that? Our characters certainly do. Darius (Parks Do they succeed? You’ll have to find out, but beware: your safety is not and Recreation’s Aubrey Plaza) is a jaded magazine intern with a family his- guaranteed. tory she’d love to change. Reporter Jeff (New Girl’s Jake Johnson) is lamenting over his old love interest and wants to turn back time to the days of WRITTEN BY LAURA WEASER sweet 18 years old, and our main man, Kenneth, wants to go back for love. LAURASSCREENING.COM

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AIN'AIN' T T NOTHIN'NOTHIN' BUTBUT ROCKROCK WITH THE BLACK KEYS GEARING UP TO FLY TO OUR WAY, WE HIT THEM UP FOR A DEEP AND MEANINGFUL ABOUT WHAT IT MEANS TO BE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL STARS.

Half of The Black Keys duo singer/guitarist Dan Auerbach was on they’d play somewhere more obscure, such as a library for example – the other end of the line, “in Hollywood being a star.” A sense of sarcasm said, “I wouldn’t want to disrupt people studying.” GC. rang about his words, almost a sentiment of resentment for their fame. It’s always best straight from the horse’s mouth, so Auerbach got lynched Hailing from Akron, Ohio – a metropolitan area that outweighs the with an unfavourite question for musicians – his take on music and how combined populations of Wellington and Christchurch – their fame is he sees his own. The Black Keys make rock ‘n’ roll, nothing more nothing mere chump change in a continent splattered with millionaire cities, so less. They’ve been compared to the likes of fellow American drum/axe it’s not hard to understand their reluctance to become jaded pin-ups, for duo The White Stripes, but what sets them apart is their conviction to their story is one of hard work, grit and perseverance that characterises keep it honest and keep it real. Their touring playlist is ever changing their truly unique take on rock. and Auerbach didn’t have a staple artist to rattle off – he said that they stick to old soul music and bluegrass. His take on modern music and the The Black Keys have become renowned for their stripped back and rise of the likes of drum ‘n’ bass and dance was equally straight up: “I honest rock, particularly since their “breakout” album Brothers (2010). either like music or I hate music.” What has easily been forgotten, under the media’s leap on top of them, is that there were five studio albums that preceded it. The Black Keys is This isn’t their first venture down under and Auerbach is looking a story over a decade in the making and the truth is they really couldn’t forward to it. He finds touring New Zealand and Australia less hectic give a shit about being famous because they were making music anyway. than the continents because there is more downtime. In an exclusive drop, El Camino is being re-released as a New Zealand and Australian Akron is an integral player in their biopic. When asked if he thought tour edition, featuring nine live tracks from across their career. Akron – or for that matter any hometown – could define a person Auerbach has said “I think where this record is going to shine for me is Auerbach conceded that for him it left a huge mark. playing the songs live. This record is more straight ahead rock ‘n’ roll – raw, driving, and back to basics.” “Akron is a blue collar town,” he explains. “It’s who we are. We’ve always felt like the underdog. So we travel and work extra hard.” Before And for those of you have come to love the ‘Lonely Boy’ music video guy, Brothers, “we were selling out 15,000 tickets in New York City”. “We’re who even learnt the dance off by heart, he won’t be coming to get jiggy different people, we have more experiences. But we haven’t forced wit’ it. anything.” He also reiterated that for them music is personal; “We’re not rock stars.”

The Black Keys have been packing stadiums across the world – even WRITTEN BY JUSTIN FOWLER in New Zealand, Wellington’s TSB Arena awaits them with a sold out crowd. Auerbach said he had a preference for a bigger venue over the SEE THEM LIVE: THE BLACK KEYS smaller, intimate venues such as a pub. He put it down to the energy of a SAT 03 NOV VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND stadium being better to vibe off. In a display of their no bullshit attitude, MON 05 NOV TSB BANK ARENA, WELLINGTON

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