coup de main - noun
kü-də-ˈmaⁿ
Definition of coup de main : an attack that achieves complete surprise.

5 reasons to see Melanie Martinez live.

As we count down the days until Melanie Martinez returns to New Zealand (she plays Auckland’s Powerstation on August 12th), we’ve compiled a list of reasons that you can’t miss her live show.

But first, here’s the official information on the show:

"Hailed as a stunning and provocative singer, songwriter and visual presence, the unforgettable New York artist Melanie Martinez plays her first headline show in New Zealand at Auckland’s Powerstation on Friday 12th August.

A Blink-182 x 'California' appreciation post.

To celebrate the release of Blink-182’s new album, ‘California’ - out today! - we’ve compiled a list of things that we currently appreciate about the iconic band.

But first, here’s some official info on the band:

The San Diego 3-piece Blink-182, who alongside Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker now feature Alkaline Trio frontman Matt Skiba, replacing departed founder member Tom DeLonge, have sold 50 million albums worldwide and can easily lay claim to being one of the most influential punk bands of the ‘90s.
 

Interview: one half of D&M Hair Design, Danny Pato.

A couple of weeks ago at the 2016 Schwarzkopf Professional Hair Expo Awards, hair-stylist Danny Pato was awarded the honour of New Zealand Hairdresser Of The Year. He makes up one half of D&M Hair Design, located on Ponsonby’s Redmond Street.

We spoke to Danny about his favourite styles and products, as well as why he loves being a hairdresser so much...

COUP DE MAIN: What inspired you initially to become a hairdresser, and how did you start off in the industry?

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