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NZ MUSIC MONTHTHU 01 MAY - SAT 31 MAY NATIONWIDE
ARCTIC MONKEYSFRI 02 MAY VECTOR ARENA, AUCKLAND
SAT 03 MAY TSB BANK ARENA, WELLINGTON
MAY THE FORTH BE WITH YOUSUN 04 MAY WORLDWIDE
THE PHOENIX FOUNDATIONSAT 17 MAY THE KINGS ARMS, AUCKLAND
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RINGWORMWINTEC
HAMILTON
8PM, $40, UTR.CO.NZ
If hardcore metal is your buzz, then Ringworm should be top of your to-do list. Reigning kings of the destructive genre, the band have been extensively touring while also finding time to record a new album. Expect blazing guitars and thrashing riffs. Ringworm show newcomers to the genre what hardcore metal should be.
KT TUNSTALLSTUDIO
AUCKLAND
8PM, $69, TICKETEK.CO.NZ
Starting off as a busker on the chilly Scottish streets she hit the mainstream through an incredible performance on Later With Jools Holland which cemented her reputation for highly infectious rhythms, beats and steamy vocals. K’rd’s The Studio will be hosting her as she performs her new album that has stunned critics with her new alt-country direction.
ROUGH CHURCHCHICK’S HOTEL
DUNEDIN
The band have just released a new album 46 Missed Calls, which uses violin and keyboard to create their own unique Indie-rock sound. The band hails from LA but contains a local Kiwi component. Some of the new songs were penned by NZ’s own poet David Eggleton. The band is touring the country with a host of exciting support acts.
SEX PEST’S LAST SHOWWHAMMY BAR
AUCKLAND
11PM, $5, DOOR SALES ONLY
Some bands use all their creative juices coming up with a name with little left for the actual music. Luckily Sex Pest have a jaw-dropping name with the sound to boot. As you’d imagine, the band are a controversy magnet and what better place to pay your last respects than Whammy Bar, which when packed has the walls sweating and people moshing like crazy.
ARCTIC MONKEYSVECTOR ARENA
AUCKLAND
7PM, $99, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
The Arctic Monkeys have evolved from awkward scruffy ruffians into a full-on stadium filling band with lead singer Alex Turner crooning with rock star swagger. The content of their songs may have morphed from juvenile antics to more sophisticated interests but Turner’s wit is still as sharp as ever. One of the tightest bands performing at the moment.
GIG OF THE
WEEK
Shit worth doing music
THIS WEEK’S TEN MUST SEE MUSIC EVENTS IN NEW ZEALAND
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ONE LOVE FESTIVALLOGAN CAMPBELL CENTRE
AUCKLAND
7PM, $55, EVENTFINDER.CO.NZ
If you want to rhythmically swing your dreaded head or praise Jah this Friday then Flava FM have the event for you. Sean Kingston, born in Jamaica and raised in Miami, will be headlining the event along with other big names from home and abroad. This could be Auckland’s answer to Raggamuffin for those that need their reggae fix.
GREAT NORTH THE VIC CINEMA CAFÉ THEATRE
AUCKLAND
7.30PM, $16-30, THEVIC.CO.NZ
The Vic is a community cinema and performing arts space tucked into Devonport with a 180 seat auditorium. This Friday will see a live performance from Great North who have cemented their reputation as a top independent act and will be releasing their album. Great North are a large ensemble with an eclectic sound weaving unconventional love songs that makes them the kings of charming alt-country.
ARTHUR AHBEZYOT CLUB
RAGLAN/HAMILTON
8PM
The bearded philosopher Arthur Ahbez makes sweeping psychadelia that warmly summons comparisons to folk singers of the hippie era. Raglan’s Yot Club, an accessible escape from the city hustle is the perfect setting for Ahbez’ uplifting voice which has the power to fill a room and enchant an audience. You never knew how lost you were until Ahbez found you.
AG W/ DJ TOTAL ECLIPSEGALATOS
AUCKLAND
9PM, $45, UTR.CO.NZ
Bronx native AG, founding member of D.I.T.C (Digging In The Crate) with notable alumni including Big L and Fat Joe, is heading to New Zealand. He is linking up with one of the premier turntablists DJ Total Eclipse. This will be an important event for Hip-Hop purists who recognize a true master of the Boom-Bap when they see one. Quality local acts will be there in support.
DJ PREMIER X PETE ROCKTHE POWERSTATION
AUCKLAND
8PM, $62, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
Two of the great heavyweights of beat production will be collaborating at the Powerstation. This is a must to any hip-hop head who thinks the 90s was the golden age of rap. DJ Premier was one half of legendary group Gangstarr and producer of genre-defining songs (Nas’ ‘New York State of Mind’). Pete Rock rose to prominence with partner CL Smooth and has collaborated with rap’s biggest names.
AHORIBUZZJAMES CABARET
WELLINGTON
7.30PM, $25, COSMICTICKETING.CO.NZ
Ahoribuzz are back and will be kicking off New Zealand Music Month in Wellington. Their new single ‘Providence’ has been described as their most dance orientated funk jam to date. Their music is inherently Kiwi and seems to seep as naturally from the land as water from a stream. Regulars on the festival circuit, this collective know how to have a good time.
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BRING IT ONSKY MOVIES GREATS, 8.30PM
Any girl worth her salt should be able to recite the opening cheer that kicks off this teen classic. Iconic and extremely re-watchable, Bring It On has spawned many imitations and cheesy spin-offs but the original is indelible and a landmark of the teen-flick genre. It’s a rite of passage for angst-ridden teens and a guilty pleasure for everyone else.
TALKS MUSIC: BLONDIEARTS CHANNEL, 9.25PM
Blondie, the sexy new-wave starlet made the rise from CGBG waitress to queen of the stage. Debbie Harry was destined for fame and success, and has revolutionized pop music with her sassy vocals, blending of hip-hop into rock and her punk attitude. Talks Music takes a look at her career and how Parallel Lines thrust the NY post-punk scene into the spotlight.
GILMORE GIRLS (S1-7)VIBE, 5.30PM
Genuine curiosity: Does anyone actually talk to their mum like that? The outrageously witty mother/daughter duo lasted seven seasons during which they shared their every inner thought and learnt from each other along the way. The much-loved show will run in its entirety on Vibe so fall into nostalgia with one of the great comfort-shows.
THE TOM & JERRY SHOWCARTOON NETWORK, 4.30PM
One of the world’s most famous cartoons clearly still has something new to offer a modern audience. A cat’s hatred for a mouse that he will never catch has been leaving audiences conflicted for decades over who to root for. Watch as poor old Tom gets a hammering for following his natural instincts while that cheeky little mouse taunts him.
TRUE DETECTIVE (S1)SOHO, 2.40PM
Matthew McConaughey is so hot right now and with an Oscar already under his belt, True Detective is the icing on the cake. An interesting take on the classic buddy-drama, McConaughey and Woody Harrelson play detectives with considerable character faults who hit the voodoo ridden bayous of Louisiana searching for an occultist killer. A genuinely scary bromance.
TUE 02 MAY
SUN 04 MAY
WEEKNIGHTS FROM 05 MAYMON 05 MAY
SAT 03 MAY
THE BEST IN TV AND FILM THIS WEEK
LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DENARTS CHANNEL, 8.30PM
Iron and Wine have been on the indie folk scene for quite a while now, perhaps best known for their agonizingly beautiful rendition of The Postal Service’s ‘From Such Great Heights.’ In this episode watch as the band perform in Atlanta’s Buckhead Theatre. A venue specifically chosen by the band for its personal significance and unique setting.
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FUTURAMA (S10) COMEDY CENTRAL, 7PM
Futurama has amazed audiences with its ability to be successful without the obligatory comparisons to The Simpsons. Back for its tenth season, the show has managed to poke fun at modern life by imagining the future we are making for ourselves. The show has always managed to be hilarious while also being chillingly profound.
BAD NEIGHBOURSGENERAL RELEASE
Seth Rogen and Zac Efron, an unlikely pairing star in Bad Neighbours, a film by the director of Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Get Him to the Greek. It is about two warring households, one a young family with a newborn, the other a college fraternity. It’s received good reviews, including praise for Efron’s acting ability (surprisingly).
FARGO: THE SERIES SOHO, 9.30PM
Martin Freeman and Billy Bob Thornton are the latest actors to switch Hollywood for the small screen, they’ve volunteered to shoulder the considerable pressure that comes with reinterpreting one of the Coen brothers’ most successful films. The show looks at the darkness that exists within a small parochial American town and the families that make up the town.
BLACKFISH RIALTO CHANNEL, 8.30PM
The grisly realities of SeaWorld are exposed in this documentary, which looks at the psychological damage of whales held in captivity. The film focuses on Tilikum and looks at the sinister consequences of his capture including the death of his trainer. The film has received rave reviews and is likely to change the way you look at killer whales.
THE POWERPUFF GIRLS SPECIALCARTOON NETWORK, 12PM
Whether you preferred Bubbles, Buttercup or Blossom - chances are you ran around the playground pretending to bash that pesky monkey, Mojo Jojo, until his helmet cracked and his squishy pink brain was revealed. Aware of it or not Powerpuff Girls was many a child’s earliest exposure to feminist ideas. This special episode features Ringo Starr.
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SAT 10 MAYNEW KID
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THIS WEEK’S FIVE MUST SEE CULTURAL EVENTS IN
NEW ZEALAND
TUE 29 APR - FRI 02 MAY
TUE 29 APR - WED 30 APR
TUE 29 APR - WED 21 MAY
GET CHEEKY AT...
Ladies Night
BOOK NOWwww.iticket.co.nzTel: 09 361 1000
By Stephen Sinclair & Anthony McCarten
Limited season for NZ’s most successful comedystarts on May 3rd 2014!
Presented by ENCORE Entertainment
350 K’Rd
SUN 04 MAY
LADIES NIGHTENCORE
AUCKLAND
ITICKET.CO.NZ
Ladies Night is some of New Zealand’s best comedy and has returned to Auckland’s stage. The show follows a group of lads who take to stripping only to find out it’s a lot harder than they had first imagined. Watch as they wax, wiggle and gyrate towards a crescendo of hilarity. Get ready for the Raging Rhinos!
GET IN CLOSERBOTANIC GARDENS
WELLINGTON
9AM-3PM
Free events don’t come much better than this. Through art Helen Mechen displays her love of nature. She has a fascination with looking at the world through a microscope, mixing scale and colour into her works, using the miraculous beauty that surrounds us for inspiration. Her paintings will be displayed in the treehouse at Wellington’s Botanic Gardens.
LANGUAGE OF LIVING 2014MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
NATIONWIDE
The New Zealand Dance Company is starting on its first nationwide tour having recently made big noise at the Holland Dance Festival. Their choreography has been described as stunning and innovative and they will showcase the acclaimed ‘Language of Living’, witness for one night only across the five central cities of New Zealand an event of cutting edge creativity.
BRIDE AND GROOMELLERSLIE EVENT CENTRE
AUCKLAND
9AM-5PM, $17-20, BRIDEANDGROOM.CO.NZ
This will be New Zealand’s largest ever wedding event, so for soon to be brides this will have you frothing with excitement — and for the grooms this promises to be the perfect cure for insomnia. So brides, drag your grooms along for this must-attend event. Everything you could possibly need is here, so for the perfect wedding, why go anywhere else?
SAM SIMMONS: PROBLEMSHERALD THEATRE
AUCKLAND
8.30PM, $20 - $26, TICKETMASTER.CO.NZ
The NZ International Comedy Festival is back and with it comes Sam Simmons, the lord of Australian suburban absurdism. He’s just performed on the Conan O’Brien show in the US, so expect big things. He’s won a host of awards and has been called a genius and compared to The Mighty Boosh. He’s an Aussie so he’ll be easy to laugh at anyway.
SAT 01 MAY - SAT 31 MAY
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WED 07 MAY
TUE 13 MAY
SUN 11 MAY
SUN 04 MAY
NZSO: WE REMEMBERTOWN HALL
AUCKLAND
7PM, $15-130, TICKERMASTER.CO.NZ
This event works as a commemoration of Anzac and the centenary of World War one, with symphonies designed to pluck the audience’s heartstrings, Composers from New Zealand and Australia will perform. The compositions are influenced by acts of human violence that have occurred throughout history. The beauty of the music works as a tribute to the humanity of those that were lost.
BILLY CONNOLLYTOWN HALL
DUNEDIN
8PM-9.30PM
There are few stand-ups that can make a crowd of thousands slide off their seats with laughter before saying a word. When Billy Connolly’s eyes light up and those teeth flash, the audience is under his spell. Dunedin will be swelling with Scottish pride as he transports them to the craggy castle covered land with that thick drawl of his.
THE BLANK STAREGUS FISHER GALLERY
AUCKLAND
10AM-5PM
The Gus Fisher Gallery sits uncomfortably on Shortland Street surrounded by staunch law firms. They offer mind-expanding contemporary art. The Blank Stare is a film consisting of five rooms where beings/creatures are connected by a fixed look. Dealing with haunting imagery and magical daydreams the work is worth viewing and will leaving you pondering for a long time after.
PINK FLOYD & U2 DOUBLE FEATURESTARDOME
AUCKLAND
8PM, $35
Needless to say, you don’t get to see the real Pink Floyd and U2 for 35 bucks out in Royal Oak, but fret not, this event is a sensory experience of mind- bending power featuring laser beams, high resolution projections and the double feature of Wish You Were Here and U2’s Greatest Hits. Sorry kids, this event promises to be such a kick it’s for adults only.
MOTHER’S DAYMULTIPLE LOCATIONS
NATIONWIDE
What job pays nothing, leaves you no time to sleep and requires a degree in cooking and medicine? You guessed it! The hardest job of them all - being a mother. We all love our mums, so luckily the kind people at Hallmark greeting cards have invented a day where we all get to appreciate the supreme effort they’ve put in throughout our lives. Yay for mums!
INTERNATIONAL DANCE DAYTE PAPA
WELLINGTON
11AM-4PM
While for some people every day is International Dance Day, this Sunday is officially it. Te Papa is celebrating the act of loosening limbs and lowering inhibitions by offering free public dance workshops and performances. This event is for both experienced and novice dancers alike and includes drumming from African Beats NZ to ensure knees are pumping and booties shaking.
TUE 29 APR - SAT 03 MAY
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GET CHEEKY AT...
Ladies Night
BOOK NOWwww.iticket.co.nzTel: 09 361 1000
By Stephen Sinclair & Anthony McCarten
Limited season for NZ’s most successful comedystarts on May 3rd 2014!
Presented by ENCORE Entertainment
350 K’RdINDIE MAGAZINE New Zealand pushes far above its weight in terms of quality music and diverse scenes. An Iceland of the Southern Hemisphere, our music is slowly beginning to have an identifiable sound and feel. But for every Lorde there is a plethora of bands drifting on the edges of fame waiting for their 15 minutes. Whether it’s Auckland’s grunge inspired punk, Wellington’s funkier grooves or the toe-tapping folk-country of Lyttleton. Indie Magazine have made it their duty to leave no stone unturned in their hunt to expose the hidden gems, for whom fame seems a far-off dream. People who produce music for its own sake free from commercialization. Indie Magazine gives these bands a voice, profiling a selection of the best bands, the magazine is free and gives people no excuse not to discover the bounty of bands available in this fair country.
THE FAULT IN OUR STARS JOHN GREEN
The fourth book by John Green, the novel tells the story of 16-year-old cancer patient Hazel and her relationship with Augustus, a 17-year-old amputee. The novel has received glowing reviews and the film adaptation is in the works. The novel is powerful for its balance of melancholy scenes and humorous warmth. Love lives in all life.
KILLERS: THE ORIGINS OF IRON MAIDEN 1975-1983 NEIL DANIELS
Neil Daniel’s account offers an exploration of the crucial early years of the band’s development. The book documents the line-up changes and false starts. Daniels has written a multitude of rock and metal books and this one is guaranteed to be a mega-accurate and entertaining must read for any fan of the band.
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THE FOOD TRUCK GARAGE90 WELLESLEY ST W
AUCKLAND
A part of the regeneration that is going on in the up-town area of Auckland, the newly hip sheds on Wellesley have become a hub for busy townies. The Food Truck is one of the many success stories of the area, providing healthy fast food that is fun and cheap. The wedges called ‘Bakes’ are mouth wateringly delicious and the simple selection of burgers mean that each option has been perfected. It’s a great up and coming area of town where teens and workers mingle easily. Wine and beer are available and they serve Hallertau on tap, which is always a good sign.
THE HUNTER LOUNGE 1 KELBURN PDE, KELBURN
WELLINGTON
The Hunter Lounge is located in Victoria University’s Student Union Building and they’re setting the standard for cheap drinks — Us poor students are living on a pittance after all. So rather than staying at home filtering methylated spirits through a sock, why not head on down to the University’s premium bar and indulge in $3.50 handles and $20 superjugs. The bar is a perfect place to unwind after a hard fought day of lectures and could even work for a sneaky study date. The place serves affordable food and lets you enjoy student life without the nuisance of class getting in the way.
FILADELFIOSMULTIPLE LOCATIONS
DUNEDIN/CHRISTCHURCH
The place is pure New York-inspired ambience with cozy corners for intimate conversations and a fine range of gourmet pizzas. The franchise is spreading across the South Island and is a huge success with the locals. While it oozes American charm it keeps itself grounded to Aotearoa with a great selection of local wines and beers.
THE LONG BAR ON BRANDON22 BRANDON ST
WELLINGTON
Malaysian food may be the perfect Asian cuisine, an amalgamation of cultures and tastes. The Long Bar serves authentic Malaysian food and being located in the CBD has a vibrant buzz to it especially around lunchtime. There are plenty of vegetarian options and the place has deservedly earned its reputation as a top eatery due to its great service and extensive drink list.
SALE ST7 SALE ST
AUCKLAND
Located in the heart of the Victoria Quadrant, Sale St is a big bar that somehow manages to feel intimate at the same time. The bar has a selection of award-winning microbrewery beers and live music on Fridays and Sundays to celebrate both the end and beginning of the working week. Resident band The Beat Council gets the mood just right, packing out the dance floor.
LAUNDRY240 CUBA ST
WELLINGTON
Laundry is another example of how well Wellington does edgy and interesting bars. Operating with a community focus, the bar was started by four mates. They describe themselves as a ‘Juke Joint’, which basically means the place will be simple and unpretentious playing live music in a chill atmosphere. During NZ Music Month be sure to check our Rhombus in Dub and many more.
LIVE NZMUSIC ON FRIDAY NIGHTS & SUNDAY AFTERNOONS
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OPENING HOURS:MONDAY- SUNDAY, 11.30AM - LATE MUSIC STARTS SUNDAY 3PM - LATE
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WELLINGTON
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JANINE & THE MIXTAPE+ GUESTS
8PM – DUXLIVE, CHRISTCHURCH
THE PHOENIX FOUNDATION THE BADS / MULHOLLAND
8PM – KING ARMS, AUCKLAND (WITH NATIVE TONGUE)
DAVID KILGOUR & THE HEAVY 8S DEATH & THE MAIDEN
BROWN8PM – CHICKS HOTEL, DUNEDIN
THURSDAY MAY 1
FRIDAY MAY 30
LAWRENCE ARABIA
12:30 – BRITOMART OUTDOOR LUNCHTIME CONCERT
DON MCGLASHAN / GHOST WAVE / STREET CHANT TRANSISTORS SURF CITY / DOPRAH / SPECIAL GUESTS
8PM – KINGS ARMS, AUCKLAND (WITH ARCH HILL)
DOPRAH11PM – MATTERHORN, WELLINGTON
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ALOE BLACC Tue 21 Oct Town Hall, Auckland
Thu 23 Oct Opera
House, Wellington
ANDREA BOCELLI (IT)Thu 11 Sep Vector
Arena, Auckland
ARCTIC MONKEYS (UK)Fri 02 May Vector
Arena, Auckland
Sat 03 May TSB Bank
Arena, Wellington
ARTHUR AHBEZThu 01 May Yot Club, Raglan
Fri 02 May Wine
Cellar, Auckland
Sat 03 May Leigh Sawmill, Leigh
2014 APRA SILVER SCROLL AWARDS Thu 30 Oct TSB Bank
Arena, Wellington
BILLY CONNOLLY (UK)Thu 01 May Stadium
Southland, Invercargill
Sun 04 May Events
Centre, Queenstown
Wed 07 May Town Hall, Dunedin
Fri 09 May Marlborough
Lines Stadium, Blenheim
Sun 11 May TSB Bank
Arena, Wellington
Wed 14 May Claudelands
Arena, Hamilton
BRANT BJORK Wed 04 Jun Bodega, Wellington
Thu 05 Jun The Kings
Arms, Auckland
DISNEY ON ICE: TREASURE TROVEFri 25 Jul - Sun 27 Jul
Claudelands Arena, Hamilton
Wed 30 Jul - Sun 03 Aug
TSB Bank Arena, Wellington
Fri 08 Aug - Sun 10 Aug
Vector Arena, Auckland
Sat 16 Aug - Sun 17 Aug CBS
Canterbury Arena, Christchurch
DJ PREMIER X PETE ROCKSat 10 May The
Powerstation, Auckland
ELLIE GOULDING (UK)Sat 07 Jun Vector
Arena, Auckland
Mon 09 Jun TSB Bank
Arena, Wellington
Wed 11 Jun CBS Canterbury
Arena, Christchurch
GARY NUMAN (UK)Fri 23 May Studio, Auckland
GIZMOS, GADGETS & TECHNOLOGY SHOWSat 07 Mar - Sun 08 Mar 2015
ASB Showgrounds, Auckland
HANSON (US)Sun 17 Aug The Powerstation,
Auckland
JACKAL Sat 17 May UFO, Auckland
Sat 07 Jun Valhalla, Wellington
Sat 29 Jun UFO, Auckland
JANELLE MONÁE W/ KIMBRASat 24 May Vector
Arena, Auckland
JAMES BLUNT (UK)Tue 27 May Michael Fowler
Centre, Wellington
Wed 28 May The Civic, Auckland
JORDAN BELFORT (US)Thu 26 Jun The
Langham, Auckland
JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE (US)Sun 12 Oct Vector
Arena, Auckland
Mon 13 Oct Vector
Arena, Auckland
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Set in the aftermath of Brazil’s military dictatorship, this story documents artists who attempt to shift the moral conventions of Brazil. The story shows how art can be used to lift people out of the despair that brews in poor surroundings. The film is bright and playful; it could be hailed as the Priscilla Queen of the Desert of Brazil.
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THE DRIVE FROM Wellington to New Plymouth took considerably longer than expected. By Hawera I was getting really concerned we weren’t going to make our 2:30pm appointment. Beside me, my daughter McKenzie, my ‘cub reporter’, was frantically texting the WOMAD publicist to buy more time. Despite the ticking clock and the speedo needle rising rapidly into the illegal section, McKenzie sat calmly reading out stats and facts about our interviewee.
A little over two years ago, she reminded me, that just like Lorde, most of us hadn’t heard of Kimbra Lee Johnson. Yet when she was nominated, along with singer-collaborator Gotye for a Grammy for the song ‘Someone I Used to Know’, we all sat up and took notice. What is it about Kiwi female singers that captures the world’s imagination? Perhaps it has something to do with that DIY mentality that we all grew up with. After all, Kimbra wrote and recorded her debut Vows in her Melbourne flat and a minuscule studio in North Richmond. “It was the product of many, many ideas, all fragments and tiny little snatches of songs,” she told us later in the tranquil garden setting of New Plymouth’s Nice Hotel. With seconds to spare, we’d thrown the car into the nearest park and sprinted up the hill to the venue. While we were a little flustered, Kimbra, on the other hand, was relaxed and composed. Dressed in a green refashioned vintage dress, hair and makeup conservative but still glamorous, she was completely different from from outrageous stage persona.
“I feel it’s important to sell my music up there, it creates the illusion and fantasy which is important. It’s part of the whole package. Wait to you see my show tonight!” she promised, “that will surprise you!” And it did! Performing for the first time at WOMAD, Kimbra arrived in royal style dressed in a shimmering white synth-fibre cloak, high-heeled fluffy slippers and a multi coloured tutu. “We’ll play a number of songs from Vows a little bit differently tonight, not so people feel uncomfortable but definitely challenged. Plus I’ll add in a couple of new ones from the album I’m making.” Ah, yes the new album. Kimbra tells me she’s been holed up in LA working with a variety of collaborators including Daniel Johns, Dave Longstreth (Dirty Projectors), Reuben Neilson (Unknown Mortal Orchestra), and abstract beat wizards Flying Lotus and Thundercat, whom she’s raving about today. “He’s got these amazing beats; each artist adds something of their own to the record. I didn’t just want session musicians who’d play what I wrote. I got inspired by those around me. Daniel and I were into the electric harp, so we sat around all day playing little tunes, working out different sequences, until stuff stuck. I also got (soul singer) John Legend in for a number - I like to have variety, to mix up ideas within songs.” Kimbra has described her work as ‘pop-prog’ “I get asked that a lot”, she laughs, “I mean - it’s a combination of weird time signatures, classic girl-group sing-alongs and progressive, experimental music.”
Kimbra’s new album is a sort of journey involving multiple locations. First, with ‘Wally’ deBacker (Gotye) in a Melbourne, and a “huge bunch of cool instruments like Critter and Guitari pocket pianos, Yamaha strings and stompers, and all this stuff he collects up.” Then after flying over to the States for the Grammys she set up shop in LA. “It’s a very glossy town for a Kiwi. Everyone’s an actor,” she laughs in a false Californian accent. “I was just hangin’ out to meet a plumber, you know?”
Relocated, she began writing beats, inspired by Flying Lotus, who eventually contributed, and built up a “palette of music” to ping-pong around producers and collaborators, including Silverchair’s Daniel Johns. She met Johns as part of an Adelaide festival project, which involved a 35-piece orchestra, a week of song-writing and learning Bulgarian vocal scales. She’s on record as calling it all a “three day psychedelic experience.” That work was for Johns’s solo project but the experience was so positive Kimbra called him over to LA to help her out, where she’d been working with producer Rick Costey. Others to walk in include The Mars Volta’s Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and The Dillinger Escape plan, especially Ben Weinmen who laid down some funky Latin guitars on a few tracks. Also involved were Morris Hayes (keyboardist for Prince’s New Power Generation), and John Robinson, who is probably the most-recorded session drummer ever. Despite the large number of players Kimbra claims that her studio did not have an open door policy. “Part of being in that town was about getting in all this creativity, it’s inspiring.”
That night, McKenzie saw Kimbra on stage for the first time. Her outrageous vocal gymnastics and flamboyant costumes brought a high level of drama to the WOMAD stage that knocked the socks of at least one little girl! LA has been a creative time for Kimbra. Two new songs in her set show the promise of more edgy, schizophrenic pop, setting expectations high for her new album, which Kimbra promises will be here soon. And that, no doubt, will be worth breaking a few more road rules for. TIM GRUAR
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