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May 22 2013

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GIG: Mungo's Hi Fi - Fri 7th May

Written By 1 - May 22 2013

Lion Rockers Hi-Fi are proud to be handing over the controls to Scotland's legendary sound Mungo's Hi-Fi, flying direct from the UK for one New Zealand show. Mungos Hi Fi will be playing a selection of dubplates, one-a-way cuts and exclusive Scotch Bonnet productions, all amplified by Lion Rockers Hi Fi's custom built speaker stacks. Support from the full Lion Rockers crew and MC Ras Stone. This session is not to be missed.

Mungo's Hi Fi
Friday 7th June
Monte Cristo Room, 53 Nelson St, AK City Doors 9:30pm No pre-sales, Door Pressure $20
MUNGO's HI-FI FULL LION ROCKERS CREW. MC RAS STONE Mungo's Hi Fi champion the evolution reggae, dub and dancehall music and are re-invigorating soundsystem culture. They have developed formidable live shows, collaborating with foundation legends like Ranking Joe, Sugar Minott and Sister Nancy as well as top vocalists on the scene at the moment including Charlie P, Solo Banton, Mr Williamz, YT and Scotland's own lyrical lassie Soom T.  The live work feeds directly into the studio productions. Mungo's crucial releases, mainly on their own Scotch Bonnet label, have topped the reggae bestsellers on numerous occasions. 'Soundsystem Champions' their Double LP released in 2008 has turned many on to their sounds and the massive 'Forward Ever' from 2011 gave a preview of what is to come on singles and EPs. The releases have been supported by tours in Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Australia and the USA, as well as countless live shows on their soundsystem touring throughout the UK and Europe.  Mungo's Hi Fi are Tom Tattersall, Douglas Paine, Craig Macleod, James Whelan and Jerome Joly, supported by the rest of the Scotch Bonnet Crew. Check the links for sounds, pictures, video and more: www.mungoshifi.net - website and blog with events listings and links www.scotchbonnet.net - shop for vinyl and download with the full back catalogue and a wide range of rare and well selected releases

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March 26 2013

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GIG: Bobby Womack, Sat 18th May @ The Civic

Written By 1 - March 26 2013

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He was there at the beginning and he’s still here. Bobby Womack is a soul survivor. Fifty years ago he helped out a struggling R&B band from London score their first hit with a song he wrote. The band…The Rolling Stones, the song…It’s All Over Now.

In 2010 help helped another English band. This time it was Damon Albarn’s Gorillaz. That’s Bobby Womack’s distinctive vocal on Stylo, one of the stand-out tracks from Plastic Beach.

The Stones returned the favour in 1975 when they hired Womack to open their 1975 American tour. Daman Albarn reciprocated by co-producing Bobby Womack’s “comeback” album, 2012’s The Bravest Man In The Universe.

It’s been that kind of career for the R&B innovator. He has played guitar on dozens on sessions (Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Elvis Presley), written hits for the likes of Wilson Pickett and The J. Geils Band, and, of course, The Stones and laid down his own brand of down-home soul on solo hits like That’s The Way I Feel About Cha, Woman’s Gotta Have It and Harry Hippie.

Let’s not forget he started out working with the legendary Sam Cooke who produced Bobby and his brothers when they were known as The Valentinos. Oh, and he also helped give birth to modern funk by sitting in with Sly & The Family Stone on their ground-breaking album, There’s A Riot Goin’ On.

That would usually be enough for one artist, but Bobby Womack isn’t done just yet. His latest album, due out soon, is tellingly titled The Best Is Yet To Come. And the best is on his way to New Zealand . Bobby Womack is bringing 50 years of rhythm & blues to the stage with a voice that was recently described in a London concert review as “magnificent”. That show found Womack playing his classic soul jams alongside the edgier electronica of The Bravest Man In The Universe.

What he will perform in New Zealand is anyone’s guess, but one thing is for sure, it will be dripping with soul. Be sure to catch this legend while you can, it may be your last chance.

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March 26 2013

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GIG: A$AP ROCKY - TUE 25th JUNE

Written By 1 - March 26 2013

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Following hot on the heels of sold out tours by Kendrick Lamar, Tyga, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and the announcement of the Nas co-curated Movement Festival, Niche, Live Nation & Muchmore Music are proud to present the debut New Zealand tour of one of the hottest properties in Rap right now, A$AP Rocky. Released in January this year, his top #10 NZ Top 40 debut album -LongLiveA$AP - defies categorisation, standing out amongst the pack as thedocument of where Rap and Hip Hop culture is headed. A blurry mix of lyricism, slowed down rave synths and featuring a star studded line-up of guests including Florence Welch, Santigold, Skrillex and rap contemporaries Kendrick Lamar, Drake, 2 Chainz and more, LongLiveA$AP is unavoidable in the clubs and on the street. LongLiveA$AP is adorned by production from long time collaborators including Clams Casino and Hit Boy, and features the breakthrough single Goldie which was easily one of 2012’s biggest club hits. Watch the video for Goldie (first video on right) and his most recent performance on Late Night With David Letterman (second video on right). In 2007 the Harlem born and bred rapper, Rocky, assembled his A$AP Mob consisting of rappers, producers and music video directors (A$AP having mutliple meanings including ‘Always Strive and Prosper’, ‘Assassinating Snitches and Police’ and ‘Acronym Symbolizing Any Purpose’). In 2011 the compilation Deep Purple was released followed by Peso, his first official single which quickly gained radio airplay. He was immediately snapped up, signed by Sony and released the LiveLongA$AP mixtape to critical acclaim. This success was not just US based, with A$AP Rocky’s efforts being noticed across the pond as he was shortlisted in the BBC’s influential ‘Sound Of 2012’ poll. Following tours with Drake and Kendrick Lamar and performing at the 2012 Pitchfork Festival (third video on right), A$AP Rocky performed on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon and remixed Rihanna’s Cockiness (which was also performed at the MTV Video Music Awards). Transcending art, fashion and music, demand for A$AP Rocky in New Zealand is reaching boiling point and this tour is destined to sell-out. Don’t miss A$AP Rocky when he touches down in Auckland this June.

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March 13 2013

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GIG: Myele Manzanza LIVE in Auckland & Leigh

Written By 1 - March 13 2013

The driving rhythmical talent behind Electric Wire Hustle steps out to present 2 unique performances in the Auckland area.

“The future of drums in NZ is firmly in the hands of Myele Manzanza.” - NZ Musician Magazine

Myele Manzanza Trio                                                                             Myele Manzanza & The Eclectic

Wednesday 20 March                                                                             Friday 22 March

CJC @ 1885 Britomart                                                                            Leigh Sawmill

Auckland                                                                                                   with DJ Cian

8pm start / $10 door / member discounts apply                                       10pm start / $10 door  

www.creativejazzclub.co.nz                                                                     www.sawmillcafe.co.nz 

This may seem a lofty statement but this young talent has already enjoyed an impressive career behind the drum kit. For the past 4 years he has been traveling the globe with Wellington's acclaimed soul & beats trio, Electric Wire Hustle and he has also performed and recorded alongside some of our best including The Recloose Live Band, Olmecha Supreme, The Jonathan Crayford Trio, Deva Mahal and more.

After being selected as NZ's sole representative at the 2010 Red Bull Music Academy in London, Myele wielded the knowledge he acquired from the tutelage of such masters as Flying Lotus, Roots Manuva, Cluster, Moodyman, Dr Peter Zinovieff and DJ Zinc and crafted his first solo album, ONE.

Now taking a precious break from his international touring schedule Myele is able to present two different sides of his musical persona in Auckland and Leigh with two unique performances.

As anyone close to him will know, Myele has a deep passion for Jazz music. Since graduating in 2008 from the NZ School Of Music with a degree in Jazz Performance this passion has not diminished and in recent years has led to considerable time clocked up in New York studying with E.J. Strickland (Ravi Coltrane, Marcus Strickland, Jacky Terrasson) and performing alongside the likes of Roy Hargrove, Joe Sanders and Eric Wyatt at all the famous Jazz haunts that great city offers. Myele and his trio now also host their own jam session in Wellington - 'The Session'.

On Wednesday 20th of March, for the first time in Auckland Myele will give Aucklanders an opportunity to see a side of himself that has rarely been witnessed live outside of Wellington when he performs within a Jazz context with his trio at CJC (Creative Jazz Club, 1885 Britomart). Performing originals and standards with a few surprises alongside two other young outstanding talents coming out of Wellington – Scott Maynard on Double Bass and Daniel Hayles on Keys.

Then on Friday 22nd Myele will assemble his all-star line up 'The Eclectic' at Leigh Sawmill. Featuring Funkommunity's Rachel Fraser and Marika Hodgson and Wellington's queen of funk & soul, Bella Kalolo. Myele Manzanza & The Eclectic will take Myele's album, ONE for spin in a high energy, groove & dance floor oriented set. Myele Manzanza & The Eclectic recently wowed German audiences as part of NZs performance contingent at the Frankfurt Museumsuferfest Country Of Honour festivities and they're excited to bring the party to Leigh Sawmill with support from Auckland's favourite beats aficionado DJ Cian.

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January 23 2013

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GIG: Lunice (Mad Decent | LuckyMe | Canada) - Thursday 21st February

Written By 1 - January 23 2013

#Jusayin, Madcap Touring, Mazdef Productions & Notomorrow Present:  Lunice (Mad Decent | LuckyMe | Canada) Debut NZ Tour  Tickets now available from Conch Records, 115A Ponsonby Rd, Ponsonby On the 20th & 21st of February one of the worlds most in demand producers, Lunice (Mad Decent | LuckyMe | Canada), brings his unique blend of bass heavy electronica to New Zealand for two highly anticipated shows in Wellington and Auckland.  After his collaborative project with bass impresario Hudson Mohawke as TNGHT in 2012, which garnered wide acclaim throughout the world from clubbers and journalists alike. The LA Weekly confirmed this by bestowing the title of, ‘Dance Single Of The Year’.  The 22 year old producer has also produced remixes and collaborated with the likes of Diplo, Wacka Flocka Flame & Gucci Mane. A cast of of local producers and dj’s are set to adorn the support line up with bass weight and class.  Tickets available via: www.undertheradar.co.nz  Tour Dates: Wellington  Wed 20th February  Ivy  with CTFD, Kamandi , Yvnalesca, Beat Mob, #4Chainz  Auckland  Thursday 21st February  Ink and Coherent  Support Line Up To Be Announced   

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