Time flies for Ladyhawke
Whether you’ve been a supporter from her first eponymous debut album or a more recent convert, you’ll be pleased to hear 2021 has been dubbed the comeback year for beloved Kiwi singer Ladyhawke (Phillipa Brown). Jess Murray catches up with the songstress to discuss new music, mental health and where to next. […]
Guitar legend rocks on
The first international performer in 12 months to cross the Trans-Tasman border without quarantine, Australian journeyman John Butler is bringing his music to Christchurch this month. The guitar-roots rock legend will front the John Butler Trio (JBT) in its only South Island concert at the iconic Isaac Theatre Royal in Christchurch on Saturday, May 15. […]
All about Ashburton
We catch up with what’s happening in our favourite little southern spot Marty Down Under – NZ Harvest Farmers Bash (South Island) Date: 7 March Location: 160 Main Street, Methven, Ashburton District (Mount Hutt Memorial Hall) Marty Mone has many titles; singer-songwriter, performer, agricultural contractor and trucker. Uniquely in a category of his own, this […]
Kickin’ round Kaiapoi
It’s a summer of celebration, concert and community in Kaiapoi this year. Make the most of this little town in the Waimakariri District. KAIAPOI COMMUNITY GARDEN 10TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS Date: 8 March Location: Kaiapoi Community Garden Ten years of anything is definitely worth celebrating and Kaiapoi knows how to do so in style. […]
Ashburton: an all-rounder
When it comes to things to do, Ashburton is an all-rounder, with something for everyone. We’ve pulled together some of our favourite upcoming events. HOLI FESTIVAL OF COLOURS Date: Saturday 15 February Location: Ashburton Domain If you want to go to an event that is both family-friendly and guilt-free (zero waste, alcohol free and […]
Back to back Broadway hits: you’ll get a kick out of Showbiz Christchurch’s mid-winter concert Broadway Hitmen
Back to back hits from two of the biggest names on Broadway, Cole Porter and Andrew Lloyd Webber, will be performed at the Isaac Theatre Royal, with four performances from 13-15 July. American born Porter wrote more than 800 songs across a five-decade career, conquering both Broadway and Hollywood. His soaring melodies, offset with urbane […]
Lionel Richie: A living legend
Last month, Christchurch was witness to one of the best musicians of the 1980s. The legend himself, Lionel Richie. Songwriter, actor, singer and record producer, he has been gracing our televisions of late with his role as an American Idol judge. With such hits as Endless Love, All Night Long, Stuck on You, Say You […]
