Jan Hellriegel - Gig Review: Jan Hellriegel @ Nivara Lounge, Hamilton - 08/11/2024
10 Nov 2024 // review by Scarlett Walsh
As I entered the basement venue, Jan Hellriegel was amongst the audience members, chatting with each of them before the opener. Unexpected behaviour from the main act (based on my experience of going to gigs), but it was an indicator of her genuine and personable nature that we'd come to know over the next few hours.
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Fat Freddy's Drop - Album Review: Slo Mo
24 Oct 2024 // review by Scarlett Walsh
Following on from the 2024 UK/Europe performances of their Slo Moalbum tour, Fat Freddy's Drop will be back in New Zealand for 6 upcoming shows across the country. Joined by fellow Kiwi artists TOI (Tunes Of I), Coterie, Rubi Du and DJ Logg Cabin, as well as AJ Honeysuckle, Rehekorero and Australian duo The Teskey Brothers for the Auckland and Upper Hutt shows.
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TOI - Album Review: Waves
17 Sep 2024 // review by Scarlett Walsh
Waves is the 2024 album from the 7-piece ensemble, TOI (Tunes Of I), produced by Wellington based artist and producer Neil MacLeod. Throughout the 10 tracks, you are treated to the true talent of each of these musicians; layers of guitar, trombone, saxophone, synths and keys create a tasteful blend of funk, dub and soul.
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TRiPS - TRiPS - Album Review: TRiPS
24 Jul 2024 // review by Scarlett Walsh
The self-titled 2024 album TRiPS is the debut release from duo Barnaby Weir and Andy Christiansen. The pair have collaborated with an impressive list of supporting talent to create a psychedelic rock fusion delight.
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