Gigs | Music | Arts | FILM | TV | Games | Gadgets | Food | BARS | FASHION

E e n i no m

THE T y L l i B Es

SHIT WORTH DOING

FREE

Beth Orton

MEET TENacious D

Tool

08 - 14 MAY 2013 . NZS LARGEST FREE WEEKLY STREET PRESS . ISSUE 458 . GROOVEGUIDE.CO.NZ

MORE FM PRESENTS

A THRILLING FUSION OF CIRQUE AND URBAN STREET PERFORMANCE th st LIMITED 30 AUG 1 SEP ON SALE SEASON!
BRUCE MASON CENTRE, AUCKLAND
www.brucemason.co.nz | www.ticketmaster.co.nz | ph 970 9700

MONDAY 13th MAY

MEET

SHIT WORTH DOING

Post your answers to these questions to go in the draw to pay tribute to Tenacious D in person. Tis the destiny of TWO readers from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Prize includes a double pass to the show plus meet and greet - transport AND accom not included. POST TO: MY DESTINY C/O GROOVE GUIDE, PO BOX 6032 Wellesley St, Auckland 1141
True or False God Of Destiny Touch Of Destiny Pick Of Destiny Tenacious D love to Rock around the Clock Play around Rock the shit out of the joint Last Time Tenacious D played NZ WAS AT Hokitika Wild Foods Festival The Studio Coroglen Tavern Western Springs Jack Black thinks the greatest band of all time is The The The Who The Smiths Kyle Gass first major break was starring in Tenacious D in The Pick Of Destiny A 7-UP commercial Soft Porn What is Tenacious D? A basketball term used by commentators to describe robust defensive positioning in basketball, but can be applicable in chess as well. George Krinkle Tenacious D is what Jack & Kyles birth marks spell when lined up together All of the above In relation to Jack Black Authentic & Original is A contraceptive A Skin Care range What Tenacious D think of their original rock music. In 1997 Tenacious D had a half hour sitcom based on the band. It was entitled: Threes company Tenacious D Jack & Jill What song was their most successful? MMM bop F@%k Her Gently Unchained Melody Tribute

On their first NZ tour who opened for them in Christchurch? Black Sabbath Shihad Two kids they found busking on the street

YOUR NAME:

YOUR Number:

YOUR EMAIL & POSTAL ADdress:

IT Job Of The Week

14 sweet jobs for orion HealtH available now. Develop market leaDing tecHnology on Huge scale. jobs@get-sourceD.co.nz (03) 420 2999 www.get-sourceD.co.nz
cH ro c ck s!

+64 21 599 643

Park closer to entertainment.

Civic Parking Building 800 parks.
For more go to aucklandtransport.govt.nz/parking

Parking

Shit Worth Knowing

grooveguide.co.nz

NEWS
CATCHING GRENADES
You cant even mark this in you diaries yet, but the Hawaiian born musician that is Bruno Mars is returning to New Zealand for what is sure to be another sell out show at Aucklands Vector Arena. Grammy winning singer Miguel will join Bruno on his second trip to NZ.
SEE HIM LIVE: BRUNO MARS SAT 15 MAR 2014 VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND TICKETS ON SALE: 9AM FRI 10 MAY TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

Scan the QR code with your smartphone to go to Groove Guides mobile website for breaking news, reviews, interviews and more features.

NOT THAT EASY TO FORGET

Engelbert Humperdinck is back in New Zealand for a show at Vector Arena in June. His last show during 2006 sold out as he performed to a packed out Civic theatre. The concert will feature a virtual duet with Elton John and other songs from his upcoming Duets album (featuring tracks with Smokey Robinson, Willie Nelson, Charles Aznavour and Kenny Rogers).
SEE HIM LIVE: ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK SAT 29 JUN VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND TICKETS ON SALE NOW TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ

DROPPIN BEATS

We also do this cool social media stuff. @GrooveGuide facebook.com/grooveguide

Groove Guide is New Zealands leading weekly music and entertainment publication. 11,000 free copies are available every week at music stores, cafes, fast food outlets, nightclubs, bars, restaurants, cinemas and retail stores throughout New Zealand. If you would like to stock Groove Guide please contact jamie@ grooveguide.co.nz or call (09) 3664616.

NEW ZEALANDS GOT TALENT?

EDITOR
Grant Hislop editor@grooveguide.co.nz

Editorial Manager
Tyler Hislop tyler@grooveguide.co.nz

Chris Judd, an American choreographer and dancer (and the guy that had a very short stint as JLos hubby) has been announced as the second judge for New Zealands Got Talent and will be joining Op Shops Jason Kerrison in the three person judging panel. I am beyond excited to be coming to New Zealand to be a judge on New Zealands Got Talent! says Chris Judd. In New Zealand Im going to be looking for performers who can light up the stage and beyond! Chris has toured and danced with some of the worlds best, including on Michael Jacksons Dangerous and HIStory tour. New Zealands Got Talent Kicks off in July.

Kiwi favourites Fat Freddys Drop are back with their third album Blackbird soon due for release. The album was written and recorded at Bays in Wellington, the bands own studio. The bands saxophonist Chopper Reeds says, Blackbird is truer to FFDs musical philosophy than anything else weve done. The song forms are unruly - just like our live shows - and weve really tried to craft arrangements that showcase Joe Dukies voice. Its an unholy mix of disco, rootsy dub, blues, soul and electronic funk - but its what we love to do. Fat Freddys Drop will be releasing Blackbird in East London to celebrate a decade of touring in Europe to an audience of 500 at Village Underground.
NEW ALBUM: BLACKBIRD OUT FRI 28 JUN PRE-ORDERS: FATFREDDYSDROP.COM

SUB Editor
Laura Weaser laura@grooveguide.co.nz

Designer
Greta Gotlieb greta@grooveguide.co.nz Intern: Shirlee Xue

Our pick

Distro
Jamie Hislop jamie@grooveguide.co.nz

KISS KISS, BANG BANG

Advertising
sales@grooveguide.co.nz

Accounts
Gail Hislop gail@grooveguide.co.nz

GEAR
Bronte Taylor gear@grooveguide.co.nz

Contributors
James Manning, Steve Newall, Alan Bell, Tim Gruar, Sebastian Mackay

print
Webstar | Blue Star Group Limited

Publisher
Hark Entertainment LTD PO Box 6032 Wellesley Street, Auckland
due to space and content requirements, not all gigs may be listed. listings are user generated. groove guide assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions. groove guide is provided as is, for your information only, without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringment. the guides publisher assumes no responsibility for and disclaims all liability for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions in this guide and do not share the opinions expressed within. reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. copyright 2013

Call of Duty: Ghosts has been announced for the transition period to next generation consoles. The new title promises a new engine from Infinity Ward and completely new story. Infinity Wards Mark Reuben commented, Everyone was expecting us to make Modern Warfare 4, which would have been the safe thing to do. But were not resting on our laurels. We saw the console transition as the perfect opportunity to start a new chapter for Call of Duty. So were building a new sub-brand, a new engine, and a lot of new ideas and experiences for our players. We cant wait to share them with our community. Avid fans of the franchise will be able to tune in for a first look at the title during Microsofts Xbox A New Generation Revealed at 5am on Wed 22 May. Call of Duty: Ghosts will be released Tue 05 Nov on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.

THE TIDE CAME BACK

SLAYing no more

ISSN 1172-675X

Slayer guitarist and co-founder Jeff Hanneman has died of liver failure. He was 49. A statement released by the band said Hanneman died in hospital near his Southern California home. Slayer is devastated to inform that their bandmate and brother, Jeff Hanneman, passed away at about 11AM this morning near his Southern California home. Hanneman was in an area hospital when he suffered liver failure. He is survived by his wife Kathy, his sister Kathy and his brothers Michael and Larry, and will be sorely missed.

The Veils will be returning to New Zealand after a four-year hiatus for a series of shows. The tour closely follows the release of their fourth studio album Time Stays, We Go, which is already receiving positive reviews globally. The Veils are psyched to be returning to NZ, Were all so excited to be able to finally head back home for this tour - Im going to fashion a raft out of mince and cheese pies and grain waves and float into the middle of the Waitemata Harbour with a great big grin on my face. Finn Andrews
SEE THEM LIVE: THE VEILS FRI 19 JUL SAMMYS, DUNEDIN SAT 20 JUL DUX LIVE, CHRISTCHURCH FRI 26 JUL BODEGA, WELLINGTON SAT 27 JUL STUDIO, AUCKLAND TICKETS ON SALE NOW UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

Grooveguide.co.nz

Shit Worth Knowing

PLAYING FAVourites
STEVE HUGHES
COMEDIAN

RAINER HERSCH
COMEDian
Whos in the dead supergroup for your dream hologram show? Mozart on lead guitar (he didnt play guitar but hed probably pick it up in a couple of minutes); Bach on bass (ditto. Also, I quite like the idea of shouting that out at the end of the gig And on bassBACH! s got a ring to it); Chopin on keys (have to make sure he didnt go all consumptive and die on you during the rehearsals. Do we need to rehearse by the way?); Stravinsky on drums (its gonna get fancy) and Ludwig van Beethoven on vocals (Brilliant. I can just imagine him doing question and answer shouting with the crowd: [LUDWIG] Give me a B! [CROWD] B! [LUDWIG] Give me an E!...E...T...H...O...V...E...N. Wassat spell? [CROWD] Beethoven! [LUDWIG] I cant hear you [CROWD] BEETHOVEN! [LUDWIG] I cant hear you [CROWD] BEETHOVEN! [LUDWIG] No, really, I cant hear you Where can your stalkers find you during the weekend? Im usually in bushes, head to toe in camouflage gear with a pair of binoculars. What happens when you mix Coca Cola with Pepsi? It will cause a rip in the space-time continuum. Annihilation. Nothing left except a broken-down, overgrown Statue of Liberty. The best TV show around at the moment is The Simpsons of course. I sometimes wonder how many Americans actually get it. The best place for a date night is Mt Eden. Beautiful, quiet. Easy to dig a shallow grave without being disturbed. Youd get arrested if the police knew that you have buried half a dozen dates on Mt Eden. I swear I didnt even know it was illegal until number eight. People say you look like Michael Schumacher, Leo Sayer and about 10 others Basically, Ive got a face that looks like other peoples faces. I used to come on stage and say Good evening. My name is Rainer Hersch. Heres the good news, only one more operation and Ill be the

young George Cole and it worked every time. Five Celebs on your F*cklist? Rachel Weisz, Katherine Heigl, Audrey Tautou, Charlize Theron in Prometheus, Daniel Craig (I am not gay but would make an exception). What generic current affair has your blood boiled? Funeral of Margaret Thatcher. 10M down the drain. The only reason anyone turned out was to check she was actually dead.
SEE HIM PERFORM: RAINER HERSCH RAINER HERSCHS VICTOR BORGE TUE 07 MAY - SAT 11 MAY COMEDY CHAMBER, AUCKLAND RAINER HERSCH MEETS AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA SUN 12 MAY COMEDY CHAMBER, AUCKLAND

Your house is on fire, what do save? I dont have a house, but if I did: my girlfriend. Favourite 90s TV show? I didnt watch TV in the 90s & still dont. Dream job as a kid? Dream job as a kid: Rock Star First album? U2 October on vinyl: Meatloaf Bat Out Of Hell on cassette. If you werent a comedian, what would you be? An unemployed drummer but I AM a comedian. Ultimate festival line-up? Me, Bill Burr, Bill Hicks, Richard Pryor, Woody Allen, The Number of the Beast Iron Maiden line up. Who would play you in a film? Goldie Hawn, Hugh Hefner, Daniel Day Lewis??? How do you discover new comedians? I dont. Its not my job Worst job youve had? Any job Ive ever had and there havent been many: One of the good things about my life is that Ive managed to get through without work. I dont have the emotional temperament for it. Which joke do you wish you wrote? There are a few of those Why did the chicken cross the road? Biggest fear? A soulless totalitarian global police state. Any vices? Drugs, alcohol, perverted sex same as everybody else!
SEE HIM PERFORM: STEVE HUGHES - BIG ISSUES WED 08 MAY - SAT 11 MAY LOFT AT Q, AUCKLAND MON 13 MAY - SAT 18 MAY SAN FRAN BATH HOUSE, WELLINGTON

winning
Go to grooveguide.co.nz and enter the draw to win these prizes
SECRET POLICEMANS BALL SUN 12 MAY COMEDY CHAMBER, TOWN HALL, AUCKLAND 2 X DOUBLE PASSES

shit worth

TENACIOUS D HEAD TO PAGE 3 TO FIND OUT HOW TO WIN A MEET & GREET WITH TENACIOUS D!

LE COMIQUE SUN 12MAY SKYCITY THEATRE, AUCKLAND 1 X DOUBLE PASS

THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION 3 X COPIES OF FANDAGO

grooveguide.co.nz

144 Parnell Rd, Parnell,

www.facebook.com/NZbattleofthebands

AUCKLAND
Doors open 8pm

TXT BATTLE to 5405

PRESENTS

for event updates

(TXTs cost 50cents)

2013 National Championship

Heat 5 Semi 1 Semi 2 Semi 3 Semi 4 R/Final NZ Final

THURS WED TUES WED WED SAT SAT

2 May 8 May 14 May 22 May 29 May 8 June 29 June

The Kings Arms

59 France Street, Newton, Doors open 7:30pm

AUCKLAND

Heat 5 Semi 1 Semi 2 Semi 3 Semi 4 R/Final NZ Final

WED WED WED WED WED FRI FRI

1 May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29 May 7 June 28 June

141 Victoria St, Doors open 7:30pm

HAMILTON 3 May 17 May 24 May 31 May 21 June

Heat 2 Heat 3 Semi 1 Semi 2 R/Final

FRI FRI FRI FRI FRI

107 Newton Street,

MT MAUNGANUI
Doors open 8pm

Heat 3 Semi 1 Semi 2 R/Final

SAT SAT SAT SAT

18 May 25 May 8 June 22 June NAPIER

11 Shakespear Rd, Doors open 7:30pm

Heat 2 R/Final

THURS THURS

30 May 20 June

Register now to be allocated a slot right away

Deadline is the end of the heats, but enter now to ensure you get a slot at the venue nearest your location

ITS NOT TOO LATE TO ENTER

PRIZES
ALLEN & HEATH mixing desk & AUDIO TECHNICA microphones from JANSEN SOUND. Recording time at YORK STREET STUDIOS Mastering at MUSIK AND FILM STUDIOS, USA.
Worldwide radio release / promotion & digital distribution via Pre-Production time & Packaged audio CDs from Recording time at MARMALADE STUDIOS Performance at RHYTHM & VINES FESTIVAL

101 Ghuznee Street,

WELLINGTON
Doors open 8pm

Semi 1 Semi 2 R/Final

THURS THURS SAT

16 May 23 May 15 June

MUSIK AND FILM, USA.

MORECOREAUDIO STUDIOS. PAISTE CYMBALS VIDEO CLIP

& more

The Venue
6 Tower Street, Hornby, Doors open 8pm

CHRISTCHURCH 9 May 10 May 13 June 14 June DUNEDIN

for your favourite band

TO VOTE TXT

Heat 3 Semi 1 Semi 2 R/Final

THURS FRI THURS FRI

THE BANDS NAME

(no spaces) to
(TXTs cost 50cents)

5405

eventnder.co.nz

Tickets to all shows from

65 Crawford St, Doors open Sat 8pm, Sun 6:30pm

Heat 1 Heat 2

SAT SUN

11 May 12 May

www.battleofthebands.co.nz
ENTER AT

MUSIC
WED 08 MAY
TOOL
VECTOR ARENA

Shit worth doing

THU 09 MAY
ELECTRIC WIRE HUSTLE SOUND SYSTEM
TYLER STREET GARAGE
6.30pm, $112-135, ticketmaster.co.nz 7.30PM, LIMITED FREE ENTRY

Lead singer Maynard Keenan may be having vocal issues at the moment forcing the postponement of the groups Adelaide show but no doubt Tool will have that raw energy ready for their Kiwi show. Known for time altering songs and that distinctive vocal work, theyre a live act not to be missed.

As part of NZ Music Month, every Wednesday and Thursday, Tyler Street Garage is hosting both renowned and rising Kiwi artists. After the opening party is Electric Wire Hustle Sound System a fusion of hiphop, soul and funk, the band is an eclectic force to be reckoned with. Youll be toe-tapping and shaking it.

TRUCKFIGHTERS
BODEGA
8PM, $40, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

MATT LANGLEY
MIGHTY MIGHTY
8PM, $15, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

Swedish fuzz rock legends Truckfighters embark on their first national tour of New Zealand. Their sound has been described as classic desert rock, similar to bands like Dozer, Fu Manchu (with whom they have toured), and Kyuss. Josh Homme even called them the best band thats ever exsisted, so I guess thats a fact.

Releasing his highly-anticipated sophomore album Virginia Avenue, Matt is packing up his shiz and taking his band on the road to celebrate the new sounds. Named after a street in Broad Bay, Dunedin its also produced by renowned pair Brett Stanton (The Phoenix Foundation) and Riki Gooch (Trinity Roots, Eru Dangerspiel).

FRI 10 MAY
END OF AN ERA PARTY
WINDSOR CASTLE
9PM

NORMA JEAN
THE KINGS ARMS
8PM, $35, UNDERTHERADAR.CO.NZ

Castle personalities Andre Santos and Chris Heyes are leaving the establishment to do other things. As a result, theyve decided this is a good reason to party. Theres live music from The Slacks, rounds of shots and a lot of fun times. Come and be part of the legacy and say a big farewell to these iconic legends.

Not to be confused with a former celebrity superstar, Norma Jean is the Atlanta-born project which pushes the bounds of the metal genre. The band has earned a serious reputation for the pummeling brand of very heavy fare and an exciting live show. Theyre joined by Auckland post-hardcore act Cold By Winter.

LORDE
MIGHTY MIGHTY
10.30PM, SOLD OUT

gig OF THE WEEK

1814
ALTITUDE BAR
8.30PM, $25, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ

Not that long ago, the teen star was under wraps and unknown, except for her unique voice and strippedback sound. Now, the whole world cant get enough of the North Shore student getting big props from the likes of Perez Hilton. Find out what all the fuss is about with her first live show in our country.

Watch out Katchafire these boys are learning the ropes of Kiwi reggae quick snap. Their third album Relax was released at the end of 2012 and has been hailed as a group giving the rest of the world a taste of homegrown produce. Theyre getting big props for the high-production values and its showing with international attention.

MUZAI X WELLINGTON
PUPPIES auckland hamilton FREE LOCAL ACT INTERNATIONAL ACT all ages TOUR
9PM, $10, DOOR SALES ONLY

The independent record company is making a move from the big smoke and taking the capital head on with family and friends namely, their musicians. It comes before their big Year 4 show in Auckland and its sure to be a stunner. Featuring Wilberforces, Girls Pissing On Girls Pissing, The Bemsha Swing, Mean Girls, Society and Caroles.

Key

wellington dunedin christchurch

grooveguide.co.nz

Shit worth doing

SAT 11 MAY
THE UPBEATS
10 BAR
9PM

ALBUM OF THE WEEK

THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION
FANDANGO

The drum & bass duo have just released yet another beat-heavy, club thumping classic and theyre following it up with some awesome live shows. Wellingtonians The Upbeats are up there with international names and, as the name implies, are all about keeping the energy high and the fists in the air.

NZ SOUL ALL DAYER

GOLDEN DAWN
2PM-2AM, $5, DOOR SALES ONLY

Soul All Dayer returns for the first in a regular series of events celebrating soul music and the people who dig it! For 12 full hours at the Golden Dawn, soul music will take over, with classic soul and blaxploitation movies screening all day, soul food and just dammed good soul and funk music.

SUN 12 MAY
TATTLETALE SAINTS
PADDINGTON LIVE
7PM, $20, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ

Red-hot duo Cy Winstanley and Vanessa McGowan, formerly part of acclaimed London based group Her Make Believe Band, present their songs in the rawest form with just acoustic guitar, double bass and voices described as love letters between Amy Mann and a slip-sliding Paul Simon.

Fandango is a sprawling, progressive indie-folk body representing a band at their peak, armed with the confidence to indulge in their sonic ambitions. Not only have New Zealand starlets The Phoenix Foundation returned with their highly anticipated fifth album, but theyve played the double album gamble, a natural progression after their trump-card winnings in 2010s Buffalo perhaps, but a risky move nonetheless. Does it pay off? Yes, for the most part. Opener Black Mould sets the tone for the next 78 minutes, a fuzzy-folk gem with keys sprinkled over top, and some humorous wordplay that rolls languidly with the gentle rhythms, as lead singer Samuel Flynn Scott speaks of an isolated, damp, valley of the saggy where the sun never kissed. The album was partly recorded in a barn in the depths of the NZ countryside, in winter, and the production and song structures somewhat reflect the setting. Every number flourishes down its own winding path, exploring everchanging psych-tinged sceneries with that warm, 80s nostalgia the Wellington bunch excel in. Its easy to feel lost, but its a definite cosy ride. Lead single The Captain shuffles with a glossy retro synth, while the pitter-patter percussion of Modern Rock blends effortlessly into a jolting second act, and Supernatural features some entrancing guitar work that fades into whispy electronics. Some ideas however, outstay their welcome, like the dragging Inside Me

Dead, and scatterbrain Morning Riff; but hey, two outta twelve aint bad. For all their eccentricities, TPF certainly know how to dabble in suspense expertly, and its here that the double album truly takes flight. Corale begins as an acoustic lullaby before the solar powered winds mark change midway; the vocals surrender, the amps kick in, and an aggressive guitar-driven space-aged stunner tears through. Electronics twinkle, and a cacophony of tension builds and filters off right before climax. The teasing bastards. The suspense is stretched to extremes on album closer, Friendly Society, a 17 minute, Meddle-era Pink Floyd referencing epic. Taking up most of the second disc, it encompasses all that is Fandango, but will no doubt split public opinion for its length. Hang in there though, for its more than worth it. All in all, the album is best avoided by the impatient, but those willing to dive headfirst will find much joy in its mountainous tranquility.
WRITTEN BY JAMES MANNING

RA GOSSAGE & GUESTS

LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE, LEIGH
4PM, $10

Joined by Hoki Mai Rosier, who sings original songs in Te Reo, this country/folk gig is an intimate wee show located in the seaside community of Leigh. Its a favourite venue of some of Kiwilands top artists and provides a cosy setting to hear homegrown songs of life. Try something different and head northwards.

MON 13 MAY
GET ON YA BIKE
THE BLEND BAR
7-9PM 2-4-1 BEERS AND WINE

Live music Monday, shots galore and a Sunday quiz night Blend is a real mix of events and deals to suit all kinds of party moods. Situated in the heart of Wellington, next to the Michael Fowler Centre, its the ideal location whether its an after work business meeting, or dinner and drinks before catching a show.

OUT NOW

Grooveguide.co.nz

CULTURE
WED 08 MAY
WAYNE BRADY
AURORA CENTRE
8PM, $80, TICKETEK.CO.NZ

Shit worth doing

ARTIST Q&A
JOHN PSATHAS
MUSICIAN

The so-called nicest guy in comedy showcases his insane improvisation skills. Give him a name, a word, a setting and he can turn it into a story, song and beyond. Hes known for his work on Whose Line Is It Anyways? and has been in the biz in more ways than one, releasing an album, starring in Broadway and hosting a TV show.

TITTY BAR HA HA
BASEMENT THEATRE
WED 08 MAY - SAT 11 MAY 10PM, $22-25, TICKETEK.CO.NZ

Oh, boobs? How raunchy! Set in 1943, England, its all about war, smut, sex and grime. Maybe in that order, maybe not. Join hosts Hope and Gloria for a raucous show of entertainment and no doubt high-end, classy filth. Its a twisted little tale with a few taboos spoken and broken. A naughty late night treat.

Whos in the dead supergroup for your dream hologram show? Beethoven on piano, Jeff Porcaro (drummer from Toto), Charles Mingus on bass and Jeff Buckley singing. Whats an upcoming film youre jazzed about? Star Trek Into Darkness very jazzed. Where can your stalkers find you during the weekend? They cant, Im very sneaky. What happens when you mix Coca Cola with Pepsi? You get fat. Your fantasy spirit animal is Panther. Your signature Im an amazing cook dish is Tiramisu.

The best TV show around at the moment is Justified. The best place for a date night is Santorini. Youd get arrested if the police knew that you Like Im going to tell People say you look like Master Bates from Downton Abbey. Kittens or puppies? Kittens, but a minimum of 30. What generic current affair has your blood boiled? Child poverty in New Zealand.
SEE HIM PERFORM: NZSO HEAR & FAR FRI 10 MAY TOWN HALL, WELLINGTON SAT 25 MAY TOWN HALL, AUCKLAND

STEVE HUGHES
LOFT AT Q THEATRE
WED 08 MAY - SAT 11 MAY 10PM, $22.50-27.50, QTHEATRE.CO.NZ

Aussie stand-up comedian Steve not to be confused with Ewen Gilmour, although they sport a similar shaggy hairdo is one of last years international stars of the comedy fest. Hes back and with a new show designed to tackle the big issues. Telling it like it is, hes thought-provoking, confronting and hilarious.

SAT 11 MAY
RYOJI IKEDA TEST PATTERN
GALATOS
8PM, $15

SUN 12 MAY
THE SECRET POLICEMANS BALL
COMEDY CHAMBER
7PM, $35, THE-EDGE.CO.NZ

FOR A GOOD CAUSE

For one night only, Japanese sound artist Ryoji Ikeda performs a high-velocity live set, pushing the senses with his collision of ultra-fast binary images and synchronised sound. Its 45 minutes of a dynamic audio-visual concert, composed of computer graphics, concept and composition. Part of the fifth Auckland Triennial, a contemporary art exhibit.

Amnesty International proudly presents a line-up of top comedians all standing up for freedom of expression at the 2013 Secret Policemans Ball NZ. Brace yourself for a night of top hilarity featuring some of the best we have to offer including ginger ninja Jesse Griffin, impressionist Simon McKinney, TJ McDonald, Chris Brain, Raybon Kan and more.

GREG ELLIS AS VANCE FONTAINE

BASEMENT THEATRE
TUE 07 MAY - SAT 11 MAY 7PM, $18-20, TICKETEK.CO.NZ

auckland hamilton

ART PLAY/TheatRE MUSICAL COMEDY DANCE

Key

Youre never too young to enjoy a big of retro lounge, and singer Vance Fontaine knows how to rev your engines with his sultry tones. Hes back in a new show that shares touching romantic secrets. You choose what music you want from his band and hell weaves stories and songs of his own conquests into a night of delicious soul-touching entertainment.

wellington dunedin christchurch

Ho Tzu Nyen The Cloud of Unknowing 2011 (still)

FOUNDING PARTNER

AUCKLAND TRIENNIAL PARTNER

MAJOR SUPPORTERS AND SPONSORS

If you were to live here. . .

Artists reimagine Auckland

Opens this week

Auckland Art Gallery Artspace Auckland Museum Fresh Gallery Otara George Fraser Gallery Gus Fisher Gallery Silo Park ST PAUL St

Free Entry

The 5th Auckland Triennial

PLANETARIUM MUSIC SHOW

TWO ALBUMS: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON & THE WALL

& DARK SIDE OF THE MOON

TUESDAY
NEXT SHOW:

14TH
MAY

8PM
Re-live two of the greatest rock albums of all time with surround sound in the planetarium theatre at Stardome. 18+ event that includes two glasses of wine.

$35

To book phone 09 624 1246 / stardome.org.nz

ON SCREEN
WED 08 MAY
KATY PERRY: PART OF ME
SKY MOVIES, 8.30PM

Shit worth WATCHING

FILM OF THE WEEK

JURASSIC PARK 3D

Get an inside look into the real Katy Perry and find out how this regular California girl with big dreams became one of the biggest stars in the world. Including never-before-seen content, with full song performances, behind the scenes interviews and personal moments, this is your chance to experience Katy Perrys teenage dream come true!

directed by STEVEN SPIELBERG Starring STARRING SAM NEILL, LAURA DERN, JEFF GOLDBLUM

HARRY
TV3, 9:30PM
Jurassic Parks once-innovative technology may have been eclipsed by more sophisticated onscreen trickery in the two decades since its release, but the film still has plenty to offer audiences as a suspenseful adventure that has stood the test of time. Thats not to say the last twenty years have been particularly kind to its costumes or onscreen gadgets (look, a CD-ROM!!), or the chaos theory pop science spouted throughout by Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum in a performance that now is plain weird or plain awesome). These aspects of the film prove vaguely snigger-inducing throughout its first act, but in a testament to Spielbergs powers utilised here in arguably his last great adventure yarn once the dino-doo hits the fan and giant carnivores start running amok, Jurassic Park still proves as thrilling as ever. The 3D conversion seems to

Sam Neill and Oscar Kightley join forces in Harry, an edgy and dark six-part crime drama. Set in Auckland, the show follows Detective Harry Anglesea (Oscar Kightley), a solo father struggling with his personal demons as he investigates a major murder case. Sam Neill plays Detective Jim Stocks Stockton, Harrys boss and mentor.

have been approached with the films mid-90s aesthetic firmly in mind. Rather than trying to drag Jurassic Park kicking and screaming into the 21st Century theres a frequent Viewmasterlike feel to the layers that have been created, some elements pulled hard into the foreground while others are banished further into the background to create an environment of great depth. Its a stylistic approach rather than a realistic one, further playing up the comic book feel established by the films early colour palette and scale of its creatures and sets. Once the adventure really begins, the 3D further enhances the amusement park ride feeling the film induces, proving a welcome addition thats more than the usual thinly-veiled excuse to wring a few more box office dollars out of punters.
BY STEVE NEWALL, FLICKS.CO.NZ

THU 09 MAY
STAR TREK INTO THE DARKNESS
GENERAL RELEASE

The wait is over the sequel to the 2009 blockbuster is here. With more explosions, chase scenes and boldly going where no man has gone before, Star Trek takes out the camp and makes it fabulous. The whole gang is back with a new enemy to defeat and its not going to be easy.

MON 13 MAY
JONES! LAUNCH
SKY CHANNEL 13, 1PM

2013 NZ INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
TUE 07 MAY - SUN 19 MAY

The national event is back for 2013, showcasing a programme of between 150 to170 features in Auckland and Wellington. Ditch the mainstream madness for never-before-seen art house flicks, indie award winners, documentaries and more. Its like a breath of fresh air, presenting new points of view and opinions, some even controversial or taboo.

JONES! is a new channel for people who love TV, offering an affectionate homage to televisions finest moments with an eclectic mix of programming favourites. Shows include Dads Army, Cheers, Thunderbirds, Mork & Mindy, Columbo, Bonanza, Twin Peaks, The Good Life, Minder and more.

NEW KID REALITY TV

TV SHOW CINEMA RELEASE ONLINE DOCUMENTRY TV FILM

THE LOVE BOAT - SEASON 1

JONES!, 4.10pm

Key

CULT CLASSIC ALL AGES AWARDS

The hit show which provided PG-rated humour, silly antics, and to top it all off, shots of pretty girls lounging around the pool. Step aboard the Pacific Princess and relive the magic with the hilarious crew all over again, with help from Season One guest appearances by Shelley Long, Florence Henderson, and John Ritter.

Barnie Duncan is Juan Vesuvius who is in ...

a master of unpredictability and subverting expectations - John Smythe, Theatreview

Wed 15th Sat 18th May

COMEDY
part man part maraca

The Basement Studio

10pm

OUT TAKES

A REEL QUEER
FILM FESTIVAL

MAY JUNE AUCKLAND MAY JUNE WELLINGTON JUNE WAIHEKE ISLAND

TICKETS ON SALE APRIL WWW.OUTTAKES.ORG.NZ

EAT

SHIT WORTH EATING

CASETTA
116 PARNELL RD

One of the many charming cafes that make Parnell a unique location, Casetta specialises in great coffee, sandwiches, salads, and home cooked meals. Theyve got a range of take home meals and decadent sweet treats to tempt your tastebuds. Decadent lunches, bursting with fun and not skimping on the ingredients.

LATE NIGHT DINER

152 PONSONBY RD

SHINOBI SUSHI LOUNGE

43 VIVIAN ST

Hunger never sleeps on Ponsonby Road. If youre the kind of person that gets peckish after 10pm, this place is for you. Its an eatery that caters to the midnight snacker but theyre not about cheese on toast. This is gourmet food, made fresh and with delicious flavours.

Shinobi Kaiseki is a seasonal celebration of the fine ingredients we have available in New Zealand. Held four times a year, once each season, they serve up to 18 dishes of classic and contemporary Japanese cuisine. With New Zealand-born, Japanese-trained staff, Shinobi combines traditional Japanese techniques with local fresh ingredients, creating a style unseen anywhere else within the country at present. Sushi Lounge refers to a relaxed style of dining, somewhere to enjoy all your favourites whenever you like without rules or restrictions. Whether you prefer traditional style sushi or would rather explore the limits of modern Japanese cuisine, Shinobi Sushi Lounge has something for everyone.

DAYTIME

DATE night CASUAL DINING CHEAP AND CHEERFUL TAKEAWAY SHARE

VIBE Key

OPEN LATE NEW KID HIPSTER FRIENDLY OUTDOOR

auckland EATERIES
AGENTS & MERCHANTS
6-10 Roukai Lane, 309-5854 Seasonal lunch meals and latenight tapas served in a small cobblestone alleyway.

DEPOT

86 Federal St, 363-7048

MOOCHOWCHOW

DE POST Atico Cocina

Victoria Park Market 19 Drake St Freemans Bay, 354-4030 Inspired Caribbean food and cocktails in the Old Stables & Roof Terrace of the Vic Park Market.

23 Ponsonby Rd, 360-6262 Like a stroll through the fragrant night markets & food stalls of Bangkok, MooChowChow is a boost to the senses.

VERONA

466 Mt Eden Rd, 630-9330 Your local in the heart of Mt. Eden with over 100 beers available.

169 KRd, 307-0508 Celebrating 20 years on KRd. Open 10am till late seven days with intimate booths, live music, gourmet food, cocktails & organic tap beer.

PINXTOS

128c Ponsonby Rd Open now. Bar*Cafe*Tapas*

LIBERTINE

37 Drake St, 929-2790 Taking its cue from the Americas, but with an Antipodean twist.

ORVIETO CAFE

BIG JS

935A Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden

144 Parnell Rd, 356-3650 Established in 1847, one of Aucklands earliest surviving hotels serving gastro pub food in a comfortable, unpretentious environment.

THE WINDSOR CASTLE

1 Melton Road - Mt Wellington, 5790340 Gourmet Burgers are Jasons speciality take home heat and eat meals, plus a huge range of cabinet food, everything cooked to serve.

Malt Bar

442 Richmond Road, Grey Lynn A must have stop between Ponsonby and Kingsland, with Monteiths beers and great food.

Revelry

106 Ponsonby Road, 376-8663 Asian fusion style eatery set in a bohemian parlour.

QUAY STREET CAFE

BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB

MEXICO

31 Galway St, 303-2541 Gourmet pizzas, tapas and a famous high tea service.

23 Britomart Place, 366-1759 The Strand Takapuna, 280-1487 Vibrant Mexican street food served with margaritas, tequila and beer. Arrive early for a table.

SALE ST

130 Quay Street, Britomart, 337 0088 This cheerful, busy inner-city cafe is a fantastic place for weekday breakfast, a leisurely weekend brunch, informal lunch meetings and great coffee any time.

7 Sale St, 307-8148 Bistro dining, award-winning microbrewery, celebrated garden bar and a private Velvet Room!

14

grooveguide.co.nz

GIG GUIDE
AUCKLAND gig guide
Wed 08
Art & Music
Racket Bar 7PM, Longroom

SHIT WORTH DOING

Nyntee All Night Omoutautahi (Think: Tree) by Joseph Harper

The Wine Cellar

For Love Not Money

10PM, 1885

DJ Selecta Sam

6PM, La Zeppa Kitchen

Fridays at Revelry
5PM, Revelry

DJ Tony Phoenix Fly By Night

8PM, Revelry

Battle of the Bands 2013 National Championship Semi Final 1

7PM, The Kings Arms, $10

9PM, Twentyone SKY CITY

The Thursday Night Double Feature

6PM, Sale St

Hip Hop Event Rocky Ponting

Goldfinch

Battle of the Bands 2013 National Championship Semi Final 1

7PM, The Juice Bar, $10

The Wax Works: T-Rice & Hudge

Lo Key & Latin Aotearoa

5.30PM, Britomart Country Club

Frank Booker & Ben Wah

5.30PM, Britomart Country Club

5PM, Britomart Country Club

MARINA KATERINA

Conch Records at BCC

Britomart Country Club

University of Auckland Graduation Gala Concerto Competition

Auckland Town Hall

5pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Global Warming Deejays

6PM, Libertine

Nigel Love & Momentus

6PM, Hurstmere Brew Bar

Grapevinyl feat. Zane T & Special Guests

8PM, Racket Bar

Groove Revue
8PM, Sale St

Nyntee & Cuffy

6PM, Longroom

Red Cup Night & Josh Leys

Fri 10
Ahoy vs Bhuja Mix
6PM, Libertine

Lady Luck
10PM, 1885

Sal Valentine & The Babyshakes w/ guests

Portland Public House

NZ Soul All Dayer

2PM, The Golden Dawn

7.30PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Sperber Dance Band w/ Buzz Moiler (Voom)

Portland Public House

Ballads & Badlands Tour - Nadia Reid & Luckless

The Hilltop Tavern

Sons Of Zion feat. Tawaroa

Stampede Bar

PENKNIFE GLIDES & DANSE MACABRE REUNION SHOW

The Kings Arms

THE NARK COLLECTIVE PRESENTS: TOTEMS (Live)

1885

Dean Campbell DJ Adam O

8PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro 9PM, Snapdragon

The Rico Art with Hudge, Coolhand Luke & Normski

6PM, Racket Bar

Remininse Soul
Mangawhai Tavern

Thu 09
Acoustic Thursdays with Eli
7.30PM, Neighbourhood

DJ Andy JV

The Upbeats Primitive Technique Album Release Tour

Studio

Rewind: Back to the Rave Days

Coherent, $10 7PM, Sale St

8PM, Neighbourhood

Saturdays at Sale St Seeds Of Orbit, The Psychs, Sun Beer

The Portland Public House

Dinner Date 6 to 8 w/ Jol Mulholland

Portland Public House

DJ Frank Booker & DJ Zane:T

5.30PM, Everybody`s

Sat 11
A Ponsonby Institution with Arash
8PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

DJ Afrika Bambaataa
8PM, Studio the venue

DJ Jason Kyle & Dj Normski

Northern Steam Ship

Sister Act & Cuffy

8PM, Longroom

DJ Imagine This
8PM, Snapdragon

DJ Karn Hall DJ Leza Lee

Auckland Roller Derby vs Dead End Derby

6PM, Pitt Street YMCA

The Deep End

8PM, The Juice Bar

DJ Jason Eli

Twentyone SKY CITY Chivas at The Deck

6PM, The Commons

Electric Wire Hustle Sound System

7:30PM, Tyler Street Garage

DJ Andy JV & DJ Jason Kyle

9PM, Snapdragon

DJ Rose Alice

Tiny Ruins w/ Carnivorous Plants Society at Matakana Hall

The Matakana Hall

6PM, Imperial Lane

General Lee
Racket Bar

7.30PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

DJ Russell Hodgson
Twentyone SKY CITY

DJ Benwah & DJ ExMixKid

10PM, Goldfinch

Sun 12
100% Vinyl DJs
2PM, Britomart Country Club

Hunters & Selectors Miho Wada Album Launch Party

8PM, 1885 Basement, $10

DJ T-Rice DJ Tido

DJ Chris Cox & DJ Tido

8PM, Neighbourhood

6PM, La Zeppa Kitchen The Commons

DJ Linley Latu
Chivas at The Deck

Music & People (Tom Lark) & Jazz Night (2Five9)

9PM, 1885

Down The Hatch featuring The Beat Council

6PM, Sale St

DJ R.I.A

Acoustic Sunday Session w Eli Guttenbiel

2PM, La Zeppa Kitchen

7PM, Everybody`s

DJ Rose Alice

7PM, The Commons

DJ Jason Kyle & Dj Normski

6PM, Northern Steam Ship

SHOP 2 , 155 KARANGAHAPE RD, AUCKLAND CBD, +64 (09) 3370694, WWW.OTAUTAHITATTOO.COM

SHIT WORTH DOING

auckland gig guide

Kingsland Folk Club
The Portland Public House 12PM, Atico Cocina

Mon 13
DJ Kilamanraro
9PM, Northern Steam Ship

The Kings Arms Music Quiz

7PM, Kings Arms

James Acaster (UK) Kings Arms Quiz

7:30, Kings Arms

7PM, The Classic Comedy & Bar

Mothers Day Latin Jazz RA GOSSAGE & Friends

4PM, Leigh Sawmill

More Tape - The Boy With Tape On His Face (Return Season)
7PM, Q Auckland

Tue 14
Battle of the Bands 2013 National Championship Semi Final 2
The Juice Bar, $10

Open Mic night At Windsor Castle

7PM, Windsor Castle

SUNDAY SESSION WITH THE SENTIMENTAL SOUND SYSTEM

3pm, Chapel Bar & Bistro

Trusted Friends
3PM, Revelry

Stand Up Comedy featuring Steve Wrigley & Jarred Christmas

Quiz Night

7PM, Chapel Bar & Bistro

8:30PM, Deep Creek Brewing Co

Eli Matthewson in Proposition: Great!

7:15PM, The Basement

The Big Show 2013

8:45PM, The EDGE

WELLINGTON GIG guide

Wed 08
Brad Zimmerman - Skydiving With My Mum The Deep End
Bar Medusa

DPTRCLB x High Hoops

10PM, Mighty Mighty

The Good Guys Comedy Show The Troubles

8PM, Meow

Wanking Around

9:15PM, Kitty OSheas Irish Bar

Dr Sketchy

7PM, Downstage Theatre

4PM, Mighty Mighty

8PM, Kitty OSheas Irish Bar

Fri 10
4th Reel Brazil Film Festival
8am, The Paramount Theatre

Gloriously Average with Adam Wright & Rick Threlfo

10PM, The Cavern Club

Our Love Will Destroy The World

7PM, The Crypt

Mon 13
Michele ACourt Stuff I Forgot To Tell My Daughter

NZ Opera presents Madame Butterfly

7:30PM, St Jame Theatre

Mighty Quiz!

Afrika Bambaataa,
9PM, Bodega

6:30PM, Mighty Mighty

Miles Calder & The Rumours

9PM, Mighty Mighty

Jarrod Baker LORDE

10PM, The Fringe Bar 9PM, Mighty Mighty, $25

Our Love Will Destroy the World, with Cookie Brooklyn and the Crumbs and Confluence
The Crypt

7PM, San Francisco Bath House

The Documentary Edge International Film Festival

12PM, Reading Cinema

The Jam,
8PM, Meow

The Medicine Stand Up Comedy

8PM, The Cavern Club

Meow Sessions,
9PM, Meow

James Nokise - So So Gangsta

8:30PM, The Fringe Bar

The Wellington Mingus Ensemble

8:30PM, Meow

Thu 09
Ben Hurley & Steve Wrigley - More Live & More Unleashed

More Tape - The Boy With Tape On His Face (Return Season)
7PM, The Opera House

The Departure Club Featuring High Hoops & Totems

9PM, Mighty Mighty, $5

Tue 14
Latin Club
8:30PM, Meow

One Bucket, Two Comedians

8PM, BATS Theatre

Sun 12
4th Reel Brazil Film Festival
8am, The Paramount Theatre

Michele ACourt Stuff I Forgot To Tell My Daughter

8:30PM, Downstage Theatre

7PM, San Francisco Bath House

Class Comedians 2012: Fist Of Triumph

5PM, BATS Theatre

Sat 11
4th Reel Brazil Film Festival
8am, The Paramount Theatre

Ruth Armishaw
7PM, Daddy Os

NZ Opera presents Madame Butterfly

6PM, St James Theatre 6:30PM, BATS Theatre

Get Nice,

8PM, Matterhorn

MATT LANGLEY

Chris Martin - Spot The Difference

9PM, Mighty Mighty

7PM, San Francisco Bath House

The Documentary Edge International Film Festival

12PM, Reading Cinema

Outsiders Guide The Documentary Edge International Film Festival

12PM, Reading Cinema

CHRISTCHURCH gig guide

Wed 08
Jarred Christmas - Lets go MoFo!
8PM, The Open Stage 8PM, Dux Live

Wack Wednesday With Alby and Seb

Thu 09
Ballads & Badlands Tour - Nadia Reid & Luckless
Darkroom, Christchurch

2013 National Championship - Heat 2

8PM, The Venue Music Bar, $10

Node presents

Wayne Brady Still Making Sh*t Up NZ Tour

8PM, Aurora Centre for the Performing Arts

Von Voin Strum, Ashei & The Easy Hearts

8PM, Dux Live

Battle of the Bands

16

grooveguide.co.nz

t
SHIT WORTH DOING

CHRISTCHURCH gig guide

Fri 10
Battle of the Bands 2013 National Championship Semi Final 1 Mike T Subtle Sound System Presents Perverse
8PM, Dux Live

Sun 12
Lizzie Cook Trio
The Dux Live

8PM, The Venue Music Bar, $10 9PM, CBD Bar

The Bats Farewell Gig

8PM, Brougham, Tavern

Mon 13
Kate Anastasiou
8:30PM, The Monday Room

Sat 11
CHARTFEST 2013 - Rock and Metal Show
9PM, Bourbon St Churchills

Tue 14
The Seven Irish Tenors
7:30PM, Aurora Centre for the Performing Arts

Dave Dobbyn Stories Old & New

8PM, The Bedford at CPSA

REGIONAL gig guide

Wed 08
Tattletale Saints Album Release Tour
The Cabana, Napier

Sat 11
1814
Spa Hotel, Taupo

The Boundary Riders

Harbour St Theatrette, Oamaru

Ballads & Badlands Tour - Nadia Reid & Luckless

Chicks Hotel, Dunedin

Thu 09
Matt Langley & Band Album Release Tour
Chicks Hotel, Dunedin

Battle of the Bands 2013 National Championship - Heat 1

Sammys, Dunedin, $10

Tattletale Saints Album Release Tour

EastEnd Cafe & Bar, Wairoa

New Way Home w/ Decortica & Fire At Will Sons of Zion

The Boundary Riders Pre-release Tour

The Church, Dunedin

Ballroom Billiards, Whangarei Horeke Tavern, Hokianga

Fri 10
1814
Altitude Bar, Hamilton

Tattletale Saints Album Release Tour w/ Tami Neilson

Vinnies, Raglan

Soljah Album Release

Maungaturoto Hotel, Maungaturoto

The All Seeing Hand - Seth Frightening Tour 2013 The Salvi Stone Album Release

The Badcave, Palmerston North

STATICS 2ND BIRTHDAY feat. The Hollow Grinders, The Cavemen, Sex Pest, Mason Clinic & The Changing Same
Static, Hamilton

The Mayfair, New Plymouth

Tattletale Saints Album Release Tour

Dome Cinema Gisborne

Sun 12
Ballads & Badlands Tour - Nadia Reid & Luckless
The Church, Dunedin

The All Seeing Hand - Seth Frightening Tour 2013

Space Monster, Wanganui

The Deep End

Battle of the Bands 2013 National Championship - Heat 2

Sammys, Dunedin, $10

Axces Bar, Hamilton

DRINK

Shit worth dRINKING

CHAPEL BAR & BISTRO

147 PONSONBY RD

Going to the Chapel, you probably wont b getting married. You may meet your future wife/husband though, and youll be able to find some brews designed just for you. Flirty bubbles, the finest Champagne, craft beers, cocktails and more Chapel is in the heart of Ponsonby Road.

BAR UP
UPSTAIRS, CNR SEARLE LANE & EUREKA ARCADE QUEENSTOWN
Bar Up is renown for their cocktails and fun-filled attitude. Theyre currently revising their list of delicacies but the world-famous Money Shot is one to try. Indulge yourself with their three course cocktail degustation and sweets option. Its a real treat.

RAGLAN ROAST
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

DAYTIME

SPORTS BAR DANCE FLOOR ONE NIGHT STAND LIVE MUSIC CRAFT BEERS

Somewhat of a coffee connoisseur? Know your mocha from a flat white? This is the place for you. Raglan Roast was started with an old coffee machine at the back of a kite surfing shop because the team wanted coffee great, fast and affordable. Over the last 12 years, the master crafters have grown from those humble beginnings and are now working with the best coffee brewing and grinding equipment available to produce the best coffee. Beans are roasted daily to ensure they are serving and selling the coffee fresh and at its very best. Producing three great blends at four different locations.

OPEN LATE

VIBE Key

FOOD HIPSTER FRIENDLY AFTER WORK

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

DINE IN TAKE AWAY DELIVERY CATERING

Pizza, pasta and... more!! All original Italian Four years on, Pane & Vino are still meeting Aucklanders expectations with new recipes from Italian regional traditions. 
 







 
 

options, added to the classic antipasti, and thin-crusted  



 


  



 
at the 2011 Global Pizza Challenge.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
20 Williamson Ave | Ponsonby

Ph 09 360 0263
www.paneevino.co.nz

shit worth Drinking

auckland GROOVE GULPS BREW ON QUAY PONSONBY & other PONSONBY

Bonita Bar
242 Ponsonby Road, 3765670 The Ponsonby local on the corner of Summer St, that brings the beauty of fine and inexpensive wines together with a real appreciation of tapas.

102 Quay Street Over 102 different beers from around NZ and the world.

FIDDLER IRISH BAR

71 Victoria St West A small, but perfectly formed, authentic Irish bar with some of Aucklands friendliest bar staff..

The Portland Public House

463 New North Rd The newest port of call in Kingsland.... rustic and raring to serve this evolving part of town.

THE BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB

Shadows Student Bar

Auckland University, L3, 34 Princes St, 366 0544 Everybody is welcome. Party action every night of the week. DJs, Pool tables, Movies, Quiz, Karaoke, Happy Hours galore.

GRAND CENTRAL

31 Galway St, 303-2541 A garden bar in the middle of the city. Comes with a mini golf lawn, cocktail jugs and vinyl-only DJs.

SHOOTER SALOON BAR

126 Ponsonby Rd, 360-1260 Ponsonbys longest serving bar with live music/DJ 7 nights. 2 for 1 happy hour & licensed to 5am.

330 New North Rd Not your typical central bar Their no bull policy means what you see is what you get.

RACKET BAR

GOLDEN DAWN

Cnr Ponsonby & Richmond Rds, 376-9929

6-10 Roukai Lane, 309-5854 Serves everything from singlemalt whisky to cans of Double Brown.

VERONA

169 KRd, 307-0508 Celebrating 20 years on KRd. With intimate booths, live music, gourmet food, cocktails & organic tap beer.

VIADUCT VIADUCT
SNAPDRAGON
204 Quay St, 357-6147 A blend of 1930s vintage glamour and West Hollywood lounge with a healthy shot of private gentlemens club.

MEXICO IPANEMA BAR & RESTAURANT

2 Ponsonby Road Brazilian cuisine and bar mixed with classic & contemporary Brazilian music & culture.

23 Britomart Place, 366-1759 Drink in the eclectic front bar or settle into the cosy dining area to explore the short but compelling menu.

Q Theatre

Malt Bar

NEWMARKET NEWMARKET
THE CLADDAGH
372-376 Broadway, 522-4410 The Claddagh Irish Pub - A slice of Ireland in the heart of Newmarket.

305 Queen Street Early morning coffee, scones and cool spaces for socialising and sharing ideas. Range of lunch options. Excellent wine list and a stylish selection of tapas, pizzas, platters and dinner options.

VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK

SALE ST
7 Sale St, 307-8148 A unique collection of spaces award-winning microbrewery, bistro dining, with a celebrated garden bar and very private Velvet Room!

442 Richmond Road Grey Lynn A must have stop between Ponsonby and Kingsland, with Monteiths beers and great food.

Rakinos- Beats, Bar, Kitchen

Level 1/35 High Street 358-3535 The Joint since 91

LA ZEPPA KITCHEN & BAR

pintxos

128c Ponsonby Rd Open now. Bar*Cafe*Tapas*

CENTRAL & Krd CENTRAL & KRD

DING DONG LOUNGE
26 Wyndham Street New Yorks premier rock and roll bar has come to town.

PARNELL PARNELL
THE PADDINGTON
117 St Georges Bay Rd, 309-3586 A Parnell institution for sports events, craft beers and superb food with the recent addition of top-notch live gigs.

37 Drake St, 379-8167 Enjoy each others company with a great glass of wine and tasty plates, without the constraints of having to book or have a meal at a certain time.

REVELRY

106 Ponsonby Road, 376- 8663 19th Century bohemian parlour meets opium den chic.

LIBERTINE

DOC BAR

BRITOMART BRITOMART
1885
27 Galway St, 551 3100 Nightclub upstairs. Cocktail lounge downstairs. Home to Aucklands biggest club nights.

352 KRd, 365-1800 Open Tues-Sat

37 Drake St, 929-2790 This bar and eatery takes its cue from the Americas, but with an Antipodean twist.

THE WINDSOR CASTLE

GRACE BAR

103 Victoria St West, 300-6352 21st Birthdays, Hen/Stag Parties, Corporate Events, Dance Parties, CD Release Parties, Live Music.

144 Parnell Rd, 356-3650 Established in 1847, one of Aucklands earliest surviving hotels serves gastro pub food in a comfortable, unpretentious environment.

THE OAKROOM
17 Drake, 300 6313

AGENTS & MERCHANTS

48 Customs St East, 309-5854 Seasonal lunch meals and latenight tapas served in a small cobblestone alleyway.

FATHER TEDS ORIGINAL IRISH PUB

KINGSLAND KINGSLAND
Neighbourhood Brewbar
498 New North Rd, 846-3773 Nestled in the site of an old garage and engineering shop.

1 Wellesley St West, 377-3142 Entertainment seven nights a week, with three big screens, pool table, competitions & prizes, quiz, karaoke and live music.

Grooveguide.co.nz

19

tours & events

Upcoming tours & events

A$AP ROCKY (US)
Tue 25 Jun Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

AMANDA PALMER (US)

Sat 28 Sep The Kings Arms, Auckland Mon 30 Sep San Fran Bath House, Wellington

Sat 11 May Founders Theatre, Hamilton Wed 15 May Baycourt, Tauranga Thu 16 May Civic Theatre, Rotorua Fri 17 May Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Sat 18 May Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Sun 19 May Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Thu 23 May Municipal Theatre, Napier Fri 24 May Regent on Broadway, Palmerston North Sat 25 May TSB Bank Arena, Wellington

LATINAOTEAROA

Sat 11 May Monday Room, Christchurch Sat 25 May Aroha & Friends, Napier

REEL BRAZIL FILM FESTIVAL

TOOL (US)

Wed 08 May Vector Arena, Auckland Thu 09 May Vector Arena, Auckland

Tue 07 May - Sun 12 May Paramount Theatre, Wellington

TRUCKFIGHTERS (US)

MANIC STREET PREACHES

Tue 02 Jul Vector Arena, Auckland

Tue 07 May The Kings Arms, Auckland Wed 08 May Bodega, Wellington

BEASTWARS

Fri 17 May Static, Hamilton Sat 18 May The Royal, Palmerston North Fri 24 May Churchills, Christchurch Sat 25 May Barkode, Timaru Fri 31 May ReFuel, Dunedin Sat 01 Jun Beach Bar, Invercargill

BOBBY WOMACK (US) BRUNO MARS (US)

Sat 18 May Civic Theatre, Auckland

NEWSTALK ZB SPLENDOUR SERIES: MUSIC OF WARTIME

Thu 16 May Town Hall, Auckland

RIHANNA (BB)

THE VEILS

Sat 15 Mar Vector Arena, Auckland

Thu 06 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland Fri 07 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland

NZ INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 2013

Tue 07 May - Sun 19 May Various Locations, Auckland & Wellington

SEMI-PERMANENT

Fri 19 Jul Sammys Dunedin Sat 20 Jul Dux Live, Christchurch Fri 26 Jul Bodega, Wellington Sat 27 Jul Studio, Auckland

Fri 31 May - Sat 01 Jun Aotea Centre, Auckland

NZSO PRESENTS HEAR & FAR

Fri 10 May Town Hall, Wellington Sat 25 May Town Hall, Auckland

ONE DIRECTION (UK) FOALS (UK)

Sat 05 Oct Town Hall, Auckland

Thu 10 Oct CBS Canterbury Arena, Christchurch Sat 12 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland Sun 13 Oct Vector Arena, Auckland

THE WAYANS BROTHERS (US) TENACIOUS D (US)

Mon 20 May Town Hall, Auckland Tue 21 May Opera House, Wellington Wed 22 May The Bedford Marquee, Christchurch

JAKE BUGG (UK)

Fri 03 May Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland

Tue 30 Jul The Powerstation, Auckland

WAYNE BRADY (US)

THE JAPANDROIDS (CA)

Thu 05 Sep Refuel, Dunedin Fri 06 Sep Bodega, Wellington Sat 07 Sep The Kings Arms, Auckland

Sat 04 May Founders Theatre, Hamilton Sun 05 May ASB Theatre, Auckland Tue 07 May Opera House, Wellington Wed 08 May Aurora Centre, Christchurch

KILLING JOKE (UK)

20 | grooveguide.co.nz

THE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE

TOMMY ILL

Thu 13 Jun Studio, Auckland

Fri 10 May TSB Showplace, New Plymouth

Fri 17 May Dux Live, Christchurch Sat 18 May The Kings Arms, Auckland Fri 24 May Puppies, Wellington

SaTurDayS 10pM-12aM The #1 DJ In The WorlD (DJ MagazIne 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012)

GeTting to know the BilLY T NominEes

With the New Zealand International Comedy Festival in full swing, its time to wrap your laughing gear on for some awesome funny fodder. Now thanks to the droll humour of our forefathers, comedy in this part of the paddock was pretty sheepish until one day, one man changed it all. Billy T James was able to forge a hugely successful career out of making people laugh not only at themselves but at all their own stereotypes and foibles. Yeah. Nah. With out him where would Te News be, eh? News presenters would still be wearing suits instead of shearing gear and yellow towels! Well, to honour his memory, the New Zealand Comedy Trust created the annual Billy T Award back in 1997 to support up-and-coming comedians. You know, those with ubiqi-ubickub-errr, outstanding potential to take their comedy career to the next level. The first ever award went to Westie bogan Ewen Gilmour and thanks to that gong hes gone on to great fame, fortune and even his own website! Hes even found the courage to enter local politics; such is the power of the Billy! Last year, despite anonymous protestations from his mother, the award was picked up by Guy Williams from TV3s Jono & Ben at Ten. He was seen recently risking life and limb performing a farewell song to Sonny Bill Williams (no relation, though Guy may claim otherwise, Im sure.) To make the call this years collection of deluded fools features previous Billy T Award winning comedians Brendhan Lovegrove and Steve Wrigley; Oliver Sealy (Channel Manager TVNZ U); Jackie van Beek (Actor/Writer/ Director) and Nigel McCulloch (The Down Low Concept whose productions include TV3s 7 Days and Hounds). Their job was to whittle down fifteen of New Zealands emerging comedians down to five. Nominees are scrutinised on their proven comedic ability; talent; dedication; current form and potential, and will be judged on all aspects of their 2013 NZ International Comedy Festival show. The Billy T is a life changer, winning could open any doors or slam any shutters to success and riches - or at least rent for a flat in Naenae. If you havent booked a ticket to one of this years nominees - well, then youre just a sad, squirrelly individual. But no fear! All can be remedied. Just go to comedyfestival.co.nz. Oh and dont forget, the winner of the Billy T Award 2013 will be announced at Last Laughs show on Sun 19 May. See you there or be, um, Un-round!

22

grooveguide.co.nz

PAX
A finalist in the Raw Comedy competition in 2011, Pax caught the fast bus to success all the way to the Terminal building! Hes a first generation Kiwi of Middle Eastern heritage with his own, twisted perspective on how things roll. Failing to find any one credible to ask, we collared his best mate Chris, who reckons Paxs comedy style is calm and confident, but with a bit of Jihad on the end of it. We asked Pax to reply: Is that racist? Yeah, it is, but its cool and I took it as a compliment. Rest in peace Chris

TOM FURNISS
Not afraid of square eyes and celluloid Furiniss won 2011s V48HOURS for Grand Chevals Fad Film The Child Jumpers. Also nominated last year, hes back for another bite at the Billy. Tom had a sell-out season of his first solo show The Free Ice Cream Show at the Comedy Festival last year and also performed in Melbourne with Fanfiction Comedy.

ELI MATTHEWSON
Matthewson has been wagging classes at Unitec (Bachelor Of Performing & Screen Arts in Acting) to perform his show Minority Report with James Roque and Edith Poor. Not content with winning Best Comedy at the Auckland Fringe Festival in 2011 he headed for the big blue smoke, stuffing comedy partner Hamish Parkinson into his suitcase, so they could perform Square Eye Pair to supportive crowds at the Edinburgh Festival. And just to be an extra girly swot, Elis been nominated for Best New Comer at the Comedy festival this year, too!

JOSEPH MOORE
Annoyingly talented Moore is a writer, director, actor, probably a cheese maker and a mechanic (though, dont quote me on those last two) and now stand-up comedian. Hes performed at the Festival for over five years with hits such as Bombs Away! - A Musical and Space Race. Earlier this year he dusted off his passport to do Fanfiction Comedy at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. Fortunately they deported him and we can enjoy his talents back here in Laugh-tearoa!

ROSE MATAFEO
If the name rings a bell, well, you may have caught her at TV3s comedy gala show last year or the new comers show on TVNZs U Live and she was a Billy T Nominee in 2012. Rose, a graduate of the 2007s Class Comedians programme, is a go-gettings funfem comedienne. She struck success, hosting Fanfiction Comedy and has induced endless tears of laughter and sore tummies of joviality with her past solo Comedy Festival shows: Scouts Honour and Life Lessons Ive Learnt From The 60s Based On Things Ive Seen On Television.
Grooveguide.co.nz | 23

FASHION
groove gear
Groove Gear is where we cast our eye over top shelf gear.
Got some cool shit you want to see on this page? send us an email at gear@grooveguide.co.nz

Shit worth WEARING

STYLE FILE
FERN TURNER
COLOUR TECHNICIAN SERVILLES

THE MAY FLAY BOMBER

By Jamie Fame
This Australian Made College Style Bomber Jacket with Suede Body, Silver Lambskin Sleeves is just too sexy. RRP $209.00 clash.co.nz

MUTED PAISLEY PJ PANT

T PLEA

ON F ons F s I s H a ED C Gl
By

IRT K S I MAX
yo u

By Peter Alexander
Looking for the perfect gift for your mum this Mothers Day? Look no further. Peter Alexander has it covered with these fancy paisley patterned pj pants. RRP $60.40 Peteralexander.com.au

green t mean knife doesn forest with his T . winter waist into skirts . coming beloved elasticized s r . com it u chiffon u se u p yo gathered G lassons pleat beca give a ) J u st to u res S ale (On have feat .00 0 3 skirt P$ RR

What do you do? I am a colourist at Servilles Newmarket Ive just have my one-year anniversary after graduating from Servilles academy. Which historical figure had some wicked style? Biggie. Is he a historical figure? What muso/celebrity has style up the wazoo? Amber Rose obviously Im inspired by her haircut. Societys biggest fashion faux-pas? Hate jeggings with a vengeance. Whats the must-have look thisseason? A bald head (cheeky grin) what Im seeing more and more in the salon is really strong statement haircuts with beautiful soft colours. Colours big this season? Coppers are everywhere at the moment. What are the essentials for a mans wardrobe? For some reason I always look at a guys shoes Whatarethe essentials for a ladys wardrobe? Fitted black dress and a pair of big earrings Everyone should own at least one good Lipstick. Hyphenate three words to describe your style: 90s - throw - back
servilles.co.nz

Womens Dancing Shoe

By American Apparel
These swingin shoes by American Apparel will have you set to dance to your hearts content. RRP $72.40 Americanapparel.net

NOSTALGIC MOOD T-SHIRT

By Imaginary Foundation
This tee is just one of many in the new range from Imaginary Foundation. I.F. is a think tank from Switzerland that does experimental research on new ways of thinking and the power of the imagination. They make beautiful artistic t shirts that seek to provide a window into the subconscious and the bigger patterns of the human psyche. They are also just damn fine t-shirts! RRP $59.95 Available at selected Cosmic stores. COSMICNZ.CO.NZ

THE KURDT JUMPER

By Jamie Fame
With Wide Stripe Knit, Relaxed Fit and 100% Mohair Yarn, bring it on winter. RRP $209.00 clash.co.nz

24

grooveguide.co.nz

Everything Louder than Everything Else

WwW.

210 BROADWAY, NEWMARKET | RE:STArt, CAShEl MalL, CHRISTchURcH

.co.Nz

Believe it Or NOt. Free iNteractive PuB Quiz 6Pm start, OPeN midday

Tuesday 7th

Wednesday

8th

KaraOKe calamity

-siNg it! OwN it! wiN it! 8-10Pm cOcKtail HOurs 6Pm start, OPeN midday

Nz music mONtH BriNgs yOu live music BearHat, Haawaaiii, tHe Futures BrigHt aNd asPeNs, 4 BaNds FOr a 5er FrOm 8Pm

Thursday 9th
OPeN midday

Friday 10th
HaPPy HalF HOurs @ 12,2,4,6,8 & 10Pm $16 sHadOws suPajugs & $5 HOuse wiNes & sPirits, OPeN midday

Saturday 11th

Nz music mONtH & miXtaPe BriNgs yOu 3 BaNds FOr a 5er. sHePHerds OF cassiNi, BliNd tiger aNd masses live, OPeN 7Pm

Monday 13th
Free mOvie: irON maN
OPeN midday $3 siNgles POOl cOmP @ 6Pm

r18 id criteria: Nz PHOtO drivers liceNse, PassPOrt Or HaNz 18+ card ONly. level 3, 34 PriNces st. aKld cBd
OPeN midday daily & 7Pm saturdays yOurstudeNtBaris@sHadOws.cO.Nz ddi +64 9 366 0544 Bar +64 9 366 1246

FACEBOOK.COM/DINGDONGLOUNGENZ

ROCK N ROLL BAR OPEN WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY 8PM - 4AM

MAY

UP FM PRESENTS

This Month in Clubland

OUTLOOK FESTIVAL

The Outlook Festival is the largest bass music and Soundsystem Culture festival based in Croatia fastly approaching its sixth year. When they talk about bass music they dont mean the bastardised commercial version currently being sold to tweens, they mean underground dance floor music, whether it be Drum and Bass, House, Techno, Dubstep, Reggae, Dub, Hip Hop, Garage, Grime and Electronica. What does that have to do with New Zealand? Well apart from the pilgrimage of hundreds of kiwis every year to their Bassbin Mecca, we get our own slice of that European magic on our doorstep via the Outlook Festival Launch Party.
ESSENTIAL LISTENING LX ONE AND YOUNGSTA RESPONSIBILITY (SINGLE - 2013) SABRE, STRAY AND HALOGENIX FT. FRANK CARTER OBLIQUE (SINGLE - 2012) NEED FOR MIRRORS FT. DRS BROKE N ENGLISH (SINGLE 2012) SEE IT LIVE: AUCKLANDS OUTLOOK FESTIVAL LAUNCH PARTY FRI 31 MAY STUDIO, AUCKLAND

NEW ZEALAND MUSIC MONTH FRED V & GRAFIX

The UK label Hospital Records has a knack for finding talent. Every year a new act immerges on the imprint that is something more than just your run of the mill cookie cutter beat maker. In 2009 it was B-Complex, 2010 Camo & Krooked, 2011 Netsky and in 2012 it was Fred V & Grafix. Being judged by your peers at the 2012 Drum & Bass Arena Awards as the Best Newcomer of the year goes a long way to getting you on the tracklist for Emeli Sande, Madeon, Wretch 32 and Skepta. Still very much in their club infancy Fred V & Grafix are well on their way to being high profile stadium producers.
ESSENTIAL LISTENING RUDIMENTAL FEEL THE LOVE (FRED V & GRAFIX REMIX) (SINGLE - 2012) MAJOR HAPPY (SINGLE - 2012) DADDYS GROOVE IT S NOT RIGHT, BUT IT S OKAY (FRED V & GRAFIX REMIX) (SINGLE - 2012) SEE THEM LIVE: FRED V & GRAFIX THU 23 MAY COHERENT, AUCKLAND FRI 24 MAY SANDWICHES, WELLINGTON SAT 25 MAY 10 BAR, DUNEDIN

TOP 5 NZ ELECTRONICA TRACKS OF ALL TIME

Greg Churchill (NZ Godfather of House) 1. DLT meets The Projector - Freestyle Dub 2. Pig Out - Nozo 3. Timmy Schumacher & Baitercell - Whats Down Low 4. Mechanism - Spirit In Decent 5. Luke Walker - This Moment TREi (Drum & Bass Satellite) 1. Concord Dawn ft. Hollie Smith - Say your Words 2. Tiki & Optimus Gryme - My Lion 3. State of Mind - Back to the Jungle 4. The Upbeats - Will Shatner 5. Agent Alvin - Crystal Metro Michael Tucker (Loop Recordings) 1. Recloose ft. Joe Dukie - Dust 2. Pacific Heights - Lavinia 3. Micronism - Contemplating A Quiet Mind 4. Rhian Sheehan - Garden Children 5. Pitch Black - Soliton Optimus Gryme (Bass Music Fiend) 1. Salmonella Dub - Conspiracy Dub 2. Katchafire - Sensimillia (Pitch Blacks Sensi Dub) 3. The Nomad & Peter Wood - Luna 4. Concord Dawn & Hollie Smith - Say Your Words 5. Soulware - Drawn Together Funk nSloCuts (Minuit Music Man) 1. Downtown Brown - NYC Movin 2. The Black Seeds - Almost Home (Jet Jaguar Remix) 3. Minuit - Aotearoa (FunknSloCuts Remix) 4. Shapeshifter - Tapestry 5. Rhombus - Clav Dub

26

grooveguide.co.nz

UP FM PRESENTS

THE UPBEATS
With the nicknames Terror Snake and Downie Wolf you could be easily fooled into thinking these Wellington Drum & Bass producers were in fact a WWE tag team. However just like other great NZ exports The Bushwhackers, The Upbeats drop serious heavyweight pile drivers of their own. A decade in the business and with their fourth album just released theres no sign of them retiring in the ultimate cage match called the music industry anytime soon.
ESSENTIAL LISTENING ED RUSH & OPTICAL - PACMAN (UPBEATS REMIX) (SINGLE - 2008) BIG SKELETON (2009) PRIMITIVE TECHNIQUE (2013) SEE THEM LIVE: THE UPBEATS FRI 10 MAY STUDIO, AUCKLAND SAT 11 MAY 10 BAR, DUNEDIN FRI 17 MAY JAMES SMITH BASEMENT, WELLINGTON SAT 18 MAY THE BEDFORD, CHRISTCHURCH

VON-D
The story of French DJ and producer Von D begins with a worn drum kit and a love of Dub and Jungle. His ability to fuse genres and hold his own on big name collaborations has established him as a true heavyweight of the bass sound. Releases on Skreams Disfigured Dubz, Jakes Hench Records, Boka, Black Acre and V Recordings under his belt and with his latest record Wicked Pharoah being crowned Mixmags Tune of the Month (May 2013) the future is all Ds.
ESSENTIAL LISTENING SHOW ME (SINGLE - 2011) VON D FT. FOREIGN BEGGARS AND SPYDA MAXIMUM BOOST (SINGLE - 2012) WICKED PHAROAH (SINGLE - 2013) SEE HIM LIVE: VON-D WEDS 22 MAY SANDWICHES, WELLINGTON SAT 25 MAY BACCO ROOM, AUCKLAND

DJ AFRIKA BAMBAATAA
From gang member to one of the most prominent figures in the early hip hop movement, Bambaataa revolutionised the way in which music brought about peace, unity, love and having fun amongst his South Bronx community. Worldwide, having formed the Zulu Nation in the 1970s (A collective of a socially and politically aware rappers, B-boys, graffiti artists and other people involved in hip hop culture), Bambaataa used a fusion of breakbeat and electronic sounds to influence his positive message for generations to come. Can yall get funky
ESSENTIAL LISTENING PLANET ROCK (SINGLE - 1982) LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT BEAT (SINGLE - 1983) RENEGADES OF FUNK (SINGLE - 1983) SEE HIM LIVE: DJ AFRIKA BAMBAATAA THU 09 MAY STUDIO, AUCKLAND FRI 10 MAY BODEGA, WELLINGTON

LOOK OUT FOR

GENE K DJ/PRODUCER

Years DJing: 18 Years producing: 9 Favourite Piece of DJ equipment: NI Maschine. Best DJ moment: The Engineered Tour 2004 at Mansion Christchurch and every time I play a track of mine. It is about the music still for me, and always will be. Greatest achievement to date: Being a good father. What product do you wish you invented: Denim. In High School you were pretty certain you were going to be: Hairstylist. Best 5am food: Miso, Avocado, Tomato and Sprouts on Gluten free toast. Next Releases: Never and Always ft.The Kurnel MC (Digital Empire) and Drop To The Beat ft. MC Rayna (Dirty Red Records).
VIEW THE EXTENDED INTERVIEW AT UPFM.DJ

FREE on

Available

107.5

ANDRoid

Iphone

ONLINE
Grooveguide.co.nz | 27

GEEKS
groove GADGETS
Groove GADGETS is where we cast our eye over Cool new shit.
Got some cool shit you want to see on this page? send us an email at gear@grooveguide.co.nz

shit worth playing

GAMING
Geeks is sponsored by

FIRE EMBLEM: AWAKENING

NINTENDO 3DS
get-sourced.co.nz

MISS

By

ION C
Ser

ato

ONTR

OL

DELAYED RESPONSE
By Ibanez
To the fans of analogue delay pedals: Your prayers are answered. The ES2 also offers an infinite variety of sonic possibilities with features such as an oscillation switch, feedback control, tap-tempo footswitch, modulation and a depth control that promises miles of creative inspiration. RRP $249.00 musicworks.co.nz

The Control Hu ndreds brand V 12 The inyl pressing &A Hu -Trak ndreds R Noise forwith unning Los Map Scratch Man Angeles C Nike RRP ontrolLive +1 skateboarding $39 2. D 12 Tone Js using store .00 US D . .serato each Serato .com s

The Fire Emblem series, like its developer Intelligent Systems, has a rich and storied history. Technically a turn-based strategy RPG, the games transcend mechanical description to become something... more. Awakening, the thirteenth game in the series (!), manages to tweak the well-known formula in all the right places, creating something worthy and fascinating to behold - despite the fact that it still walks such a well-trodden path. If youre new to the series, dont let that put you off; you dont need to know anything about any other game in the franchise to enjoy Awakening to the fullest. In the game, you dictate battle strategy and, by your decisions, your team will either route the enemy or fall beneath their blows. This all plays out by way of a top-down battle map, separated into a simple grid, on which your troops and those of your opponent are laid out. Turn by turn, you must position your units (like chess, perhaps, but much more entertaining) in a way that gives you the advantage when attacking or, in fact, being attacked. Get it right more than your enemy and you win. The combat itself seems initially complicated, then simple, then overwhelmingly complicated again. While there isnt so much to the basic this guy stabs, that guy shoots surface mechanics, underneath there are so many interesting and rich interactions that you really are learning and experimenting the whole way through. For example, positioning characters near one another impacts how they perform; not only that, but this kind of thing actually builds a relationship between those two characters - the better the relationship, the better the bonuses for fighting them alongside each other. Already a fun, interesting system, it doesnt stop there; get the relationship to a high enough level between compatible characters and theyll get married and - wait for it - have kids, which will in turn join your party. Its deep, rich, long, good looking, addictive, portable, and - most importantly - loads of fun. If you like the idea of lugging around an extremely good strategy game, you cant do better than this. Highly recommended.
WRITTEN BY ALAN BELL

HOT LOOP DUDE

By Serato
Fits on your turntable, CDJ, mixer, or laptop for convenient hot cue, loop roll and auto-loop control. Serato Scratch Live has a new partner: The Novation Dicer. RRP $99.00 USD serato.com

TUBESCREAMER AMP
By Ibanez
create natural clean sounds, phat crunch tones and warm, smooth overdrive tones with the modified TS9 circuit built right into the amp. RRP $499.00

GALAXY NOTE 8.0

By Samsung
Designed for people who require a device to meet their demanding work and play needs, the Galaxy Note 8.0 features an eight-inch screen and comes packed with a range of innovative features designed to make multi-tasking a breeze. Equipped with a smart diary for life on the go and a5-Megapixel Camera. RRP $599.00 samsung.com

musicworks.co.nz

28

grooveguide.co.nz

S E P R A H S D E H S E H T N I
Tool are set to quench out thirst after their long awaited return with two shows at vector arena. The headlining shows come as a break from recording the highly anticipated fifth studio album. Hailing from California the prog-rockers musical style involves complex and altering time signatures and an array of different instrumental styles. Theyve also worked to reduce the effect that lyrics can have on a song by not releasing lyric booklets for any of their albums and leaving it up the fans to discover them for themselves. Tool have three Grammys and four albums under their belt since having released the EP Opiate more than 20 years ago and all of them have been well deserved. The first came in 1998 was for Best Metal Performance, the second in 2002 also for Best Metal Performance and the third Best Recording Package for the 3rd album cover of 10,000 Days. The awards are backed with a slew of nominations that include Best Hard Rock Performance and Best Music Video (Short Form). Tool have also collected massive amounts of critical acclaim with one music website calling them, a symphony of distorted bliss and polyrhythmic elegance thats as complex as it is catchy. Over the course of the last 22 years the band have perfected their groundbreaking, genre-transcending work that is alive with atypical time signatures and resonant with a sound that stimulates the brain meat. The Melvins are said to be an influence on the bands development while King Crimson are said to have influenced their sound. However, critics have said that they are influenced as much by Pink Floyd as by the Sex Pistols.

L O T TO

Tool are indeed a creative force musically and have also directed their talents to other avenues. Their music videos are short form cinematic releases and their live show is also writhing with its own life force and includes a stunning laser display and video displays that accompanying the performance. Post rockers Jakob have been announced as the opening act. The Napier based band have played along side Tool before, having been hand picked by the band members to tour with them as part of the Sideshow tours for the 2011 Big Day Out. Jakob made their name opening for Salmonella Dub and Pitch Black while doing the rounds at the pub tours, which they did extensively through 1999, before recording their debut album in 2001. Subsets Of Sets was released in 2002 and from there the band moved on touring internationally across the United Kingdom, Denmark, and Canada. Jakobs sound has been called mesmerising with a tendency to become destructive in the blink of an eye. The three piece (consisting of guitarist Jeff Boyle; bassist Maurice Beckett; and drummer Jason Johnston) have taken a year out of Aucklands live scene while theyve been working on their fourth album.
WRITTEN BY SEBASTIAN MACKAY

SEE THEM LIVE: TOOL WED 08 MAY VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND THU 09 MAY VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND

Grooveguide.co.nz

29

ENCORE

Picking up from The Comfort of Strangers, Beth Ortons new album Sugaring Season shows another bold departure, taking traditional folk instrumentation into some unfamiliar territory, shifting from the electronic textures that dominated her early work. Its 6-year incubation was a result of parenthood, nuptials, and regaining confidence. Im sitting in a caf just out of Wellington. The warm early morning breeze is drifting in over my half finished latt, disturbing the pattern on remaining froth. Half a world away, singer, songwriter and mother of two, Beth Orton is rubbing her shoulders to keep warm. The phone is cocked in the crook of her neck, slipping down on occasion and requiring a rescue from the cushions on her armchair. Weve just been swapping stories about our little uns. Beth has a girl of seven (Nancy) and a wee little man (Arthur), whos two. Her son and husband, banjo player Sam Amidon have been touring the US with her (her daughter often hanging with the grandparents in Washington DC). Shes telling me about her 6-year transformation from a single mum into a loved up wife, back on tour and on a voyage discovering theres still a keen audience for her music out there. Although music came early in her life Ortons confidence in her self as a musician has always fluctuated. I was never a real guitar player. My earliest (recorded) stuff came from the guitars I found at Williams (Orbit) house. But I never really could play, not properly. I was a fan of some of the great folkies like Bert Jansch (whom) I wanted him to play on (her second release) Trailer Park but that didnt really happen Id been a fan of his for years. In 2004, as luck would have it they ended up doing a gig together and sharing a dressing room. Janschs wife invited her for lunch, which became a teaching session. He taught me formally, with tunings and theory. I was around there at their house nearly every week. I knew my limitations and it was nerve racking to push my self into new territory, but it paid off, I think. The longer she played the more her self-assurance grew. She started to play outside her own style, improving her picking.
30 | grooveguide.co.nz

Also, at that time I decided to move to the country for a little bit. So a solo mum and her daughter moved to converted barn in Norfolk, not far from her home town of Dereham. This was the closing of an emotional circle. At age 11 her parents split and she moved to London with her mother. Her father died soon after. At 19 her mother also passed on and Orton, seeking the need to escape took her self off to a Buddhist retreat in Thailand for several months. When I came back, I was in this house all alone, in Dalston (London). No brothers or sisters. No body. I found an acting job in a play and we eventually toured Russia. Then I was always going to parties. I went to one with an actress friend hosted by William Orbit. Anyway, I tried to bum a cigarette of him. He went off to find one. I went home with some bloke. Days later, obsessed with Orton, he invited her to a Madonna Vogue party and attended her play. He suggested I started singing for him. But I didnt want a reputation as some blokes bird that cant really sing releasing an album, just because were going out. It was a strange time. I was putting mums clothes in black rubbish bags, going around to Williams and listening to Justify My Love and playing his guitars. That was the start of her creative life as a recording artist. Whilst she says Orbit wasnt entirely encouraging her collaborations with him did start the ball rolling. Tracks like Someones Daughter and Sugar Boy became the basis for her hugely acclaimed Central Reservation. Her new album, Sugaring Season, is about that time in spring when its really cold but the Maple sap starts to build. Its a sort of potential. Its like me I suppose, waiting to be released. These songs are the product of all this experience, waiting to be tapped out.
WRITTEN BY TIM GRUAR SEE HER LIVE: BETH ORTON FRI 17 MAY OLD ST PAULS, WELLINGTON SAT 18 MAY HOLY TRINITY CATHEDRAL, AUCKLAND SUGARING SEASON IS OUT NOW

ON SOO

N!

E G A U G LAN ING OF LIV

Foundation Partner

tp and Wes

ac prese

nt

RTH ISL 2013 NO 12 June

R AND TOU

25 May

AUCKLAND 25 May WARKWORTH 28 May WHANGAREI 1 June TICKETS FROM $19 OREWA 4 June BOOK NOW AT HAWKES BAY 7 June nzdc.org.nz WELLINGTON 12 June
Core Funder

WORLD CLASS HAIRDRESSING TRAINING ENROL NOW: NEW COURSES START EVERY MONTH

CALL 0800 SERVILLES OR VISIT WWW.SERVILLESACADEMY.COM

Semi-Permanent is Proudly Supported By:

11 YEARS, 38 EVENTS, 11 CITIES, 5 COUNTRIES, 300+ SPEAKERS, 250,000+ ATTENDEES, 41 EXHIBITIONS, 17 EVENT BOOKS
Artwork by SP Auckland 2013 Speaker - Kelly Thompson

semipermanent.com