Australian group Sheppard, led by siblings George, Amy and Emma Sheppard have been storming the music charts for the past few years. We caught up with Amy to chat creating during the pandemic, working on special projects and (accidentally) forming a body-positivity movement.
Australian group Sheppard, led by siblings George, Amy and Emma Sheppard have been storming the music charts for the past few years. We caught up with Amy to chat creating during the pandemic, working on special projects and (accidentally) forming a body-positivity movement.
By HAZEL REID
We are often on the go and sometimes not really giving much thought to what is going on around you, especially in recent times - the standard ...
By ZOE MILLS
Since the band’s debut in 2008, Auckland-based band Clap Clap Riot have dominated New Zealand’s indie-rock scene – now, they're back for more i...
Local music group Foley have had a busy past year despite the multiple lockdowns and other challenges due to the pandemic. Following the release of their catchy tune, So Personal comes their new body of work in the form of their EP, Vacation. HAZEL REID caught up with the talented duo to chat about the craziness of playing festivals and creating music in these times.
The 49th year of the Auckland Pride March was a little different to its predecessors. One of many Pride events postponed due to the latest lockdown, it reflects the current issues of the world we live in.
Auckland Arts Festival 2021 is just around the corner, featuring over 70 events across the city in March. There is a variety of entertaining activities to immerse yourself in, and lots of shows featuring local talent on offer, including world premieres and the special Civic Club experience. We round up a few picks to see during the 2021 festivities.
The Cookie Project, which gives work opportunities to Kiwis with disabilities, is joining the Pride celebrations this month with their special limited edition Rainbow Heart Cookies.
As the weather continues to heat up, the event calendar across the country is filled to the brim with plenty of Summer events to get amongst. We’ve rounded up a few highlights including Pride Festival, the female-led Peachy Keen Festival, Netsky’s immersive experience, Armageddon Expo in Christchurch, local talent at the Fringe Festival and L.A.B hosting a homegrown line-up at Mt Smart Stadium.
You may know Stan Walker for his soulful music that has reached far beyond where he currently calls home (Aotearoa) or seen a glimpse of Stan’s story in his 2017 documentary or even as the 18 year old who won Australian Idol in 2009. Stan Walker’s story goes far beyond his music as you will read in his book, Impossible: My Story.
Tessa and Azaria break down two very different 2020 elections; New Zealand’s, and America’s. First up, Tessa Webb reports on the madness that was the battle for the Whitehouse.
From New Zealand’s most trusted money expert comes a book you won’t be afraid to show off while reading on the bus. Mary Holm’s latest piece is a guide for every Kiwi, be they long time investors, first home buyers or those struggling to see how they’ll financially survive Christmas, Holm does a fantastic job of providing information which is easy to follow and enjoyable to read.
No matter who emerges victorious after November 3rd, there will be endless analysis, commentary, and possibly protest in response. Tessa attempts to break down some of the jargon.
By HAZEL REID
This year’s Auckland instalment of Armageddon, or #Auckgeddon as it’s referred to online, was quite special. Not only as it is the Armag...
We are just days into Level 1 (well for Auckland anyway) so it definitely felt a bit weird and pretty special at the same time being in a (very large) room with thousands of people in Spark Arena last night for Benee’s final sold out stops of her nationwide 2020 tour.
There are certainly few teenagers in Aotearoa who can tell a story of skipping school just to hear a politician speak. Likely none of those few would have that politician be the 75-year-old leader of New Zealand First, Winston Peters.
Keeping the Green Party vibrant is a thriving youth wing, who are constantly advocating for a progressive policy agenda. Tessa Webb had the pleasure of zooming with conveners Matariki Roche and Danielle Marks to yarn about accessibility, policy, and making change in a system that you want to deconstruct.
For Young Labour’s Adam Brand, Labour is “in my blood”. From a working class family, he joined Labour through a union and has stars tattooed on his right forearm. After being serenaded by Kiwi classic Fred Dagg’s ‘We don't know how lucky we are’, Adam’s pick for song of the election, we chatted over Zoom and reflected on lockdown.
