Stephen Music

Aries Brings Glass Jaw World Tour to Auckland’s Tuning Fork

The Tuning Fork has a way of making a show feel intimate even when it's full. Sunday night it was exactly that, a tight room, a switched-on crowd, and two acts that seemed to understand exactly what kind of night they were building. Tsubi Club Opens Strong Tsubi club, the project of Los Angeles-based hyperpop … Continue reading Aries Brings Glass Jaw World Tour to Auckland’s Tuning Fork

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Aotearoa’s biggest music night is almost here NZ Music Month

The 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards are set for 28 May at The Civic in Auckland, and this year's nominations are a love letter to te reo Māori, homegrown pop, and Kiwi hip hop. Here's everything you need to know about the artists. Marlon Williams - 7 nominations Marlon Williams leads the entire field, and the … Continue reading Aotearoa’s biggest music night is almost here NZ Music Month

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Concert Review: Joey Valence & Brae

Powerstation, Auckland | April 9, 2026 There's something defiant about a room full of people refusing to act their age, and on a Thursday night at Auckland's Powerstation, that defiance felt like the whole point. Before the Pennsylvania duo even took the stage, the crowd had already been warmed up the right way. Local Auckland … Continue reading Concert Review: Joey Valence & Brae

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Review: Lord of the Rings: A Musical Tale at The Civic Auckland

I’ll admit it. I’m not usually someone who gets excited about musicals. But as a fan of movies, especially The Lord of the Rings, I thought this adaptation might be worth a shot. Could the battles, characters, and depth of Middle-earth really translate well into a stage musical? After watching Lord of the Rings: A … Continue reading Review: Lord of the Rings: A Musical Tale at The Civic Auckland

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Kendrick Lamar’s GNX: A New Chapter in Music

Kendrick Lamar has done it again. The Compton, California, rapper's latest album, GNX, came out of nowhere on November 22, 2024, and the internet is still trying to catch its breath. This isn't just another album; it's a new direction, and a reminder that Kendrick remains one of today's most relevant artists. In true Kendrick fashion, GNX arrived without warning. At 11:30 AM EST, a trailer for the album appeared on … Continue reading Kendrick Lamar’s GNX: A New Chapter in Music