With a voice that's caught the attention of both Jimmy Eat World and Ryan Adams (the latter of whom called her a "phenomenal songwriter"), there's something special about Courtney Marie Andrews. Having worked as a touring and session musician since leaving home at just age 16, as well as releasing her own music along the way, Andrews is well-versed in the music industry, most recently with her latest album, 'Honest Life'.
Sydney-based Haim fans, turns out its your lucky week as it’s just been announced that the sisters will be appearing at a one-hour signing session at Newtown record store, Hum Music (271 King Street), this Saturday July 22nd from 4pm to 5pm.
Plus, you can get a free Haim tote bag or a set of postcards (while stock lasts) when you purchase their new album, 'Something To Tell You', to gain entry into the signing.
Ansel Elgort is excitedly drawing an abstract self-portrait of himself, explaining the different parts in the drawing that relate to the different things he loves - “These are music notes and these are the acting faces and then here is a basketball hoop, because I love basketball too.” Not a bad effort for a jet-lagged 23-year-old who is currently on the most hectic trip of his life, flying around the world in support of the phenomenal Edgar Wright directed car heist / thriller / romance, ‘Baby Driver’, which is swiftly becoming 2017's most beloved success story.
After revealing last month that she "had a dream about a girl named rainwater that inspired a poem" that then later inspired her to learn sign language, Banks has now explained more of the backstory of Rainwater to Nylon magazine in a beautiful video piece.
Watch Banks translate her dream-inspired poem into sign language below...
Halsey has just announced that she’ll be heading down to Australia later this month for a promotional tour in support of her recently released album, ‘Hopeless Fountain Kingdom’.
There's no word on New Zealand yet, but our fingers are crossed!
Check out Vevo’s announcement below…
This week has definitely been an exciting one for Styles with 'Dunkirk' premieres and radio interviews - so, to document this exciting time, we've collected a top ten round-up of the best pictures of him from this week.
PSA: Make sure to go check out 'Dunkirk' when it's released in New Zealand cinemas on July 20th.
Check out the pictures below:
ives has been on our radar for a little while now, with her two songs 'Calling Ur Phone' and '172' racking up thousands of plays across Soundcloud and Spotify. On debut single ‘Calling Ur Phone’ she declares, “I won’t try calling your phone,” and the equally as addictive follow-up ‘172’ saw her collaborate with fellow New Zealander Merk.
A lot can happen in four years. In the nearly four years since 'Days Are Gone' was released, Haim’s fanbase and impact have grown exponentially and affected people from every corner of the Internet. And, despite being from different age groups, ethnicities, localities, and identities, there was one central question: when do we get more music?
Rise Against have just announced their return to New Zealand for next February, and they’re bringing with them Fueled By Ramen band SWMRS.
The bands will play an All Ages show at Christchurch’s Horncastle Arena on February 17th, followed by an R18 show at Auckland’s Logan Campbell Centre on February 19th.
Tickets for the tour are available now - click here to purchase.
Watch the ‘D'You Have A Car?’ music video below…
To celebrate the release of ‘Baby Driver’ - it’s in NZ cinemas today! - we have five prizes to give away, each containing a double-pass to the film, and the film’s excellent soundtrack on CD.