Isthmus microbrewery: life begins at the hop
In this month's Crafty Corner column, ASHTON BROWN discovers that his allergy wasn't caused by beer after all and gets stuck into some super-fine
Tubular Bells – Played just like the record, but different
Mike Oldfield’s former keyboardist/orchestrator makes a work of genius come alive one more time. Reviewed by GARY STEEL.
Dream team selection
PHIL PARKER ferrets out some truly impressive, gorgeous wines that'll put a spring or two in your step. Just don't fall down the stairs.
Auckland’s HiFi Store takes on Creek Audio
The HiFi store has announced that it will be the sole NZ distributor of the legacy UK Creek brand.
Blast from the past: Michael Franti and the Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
Thirty years ago GARY STEEL sat down at an Auckland sidewalk café to chat with Michael Franti ahead of their performance in Auckland.
Crowded House, Spark Arena, Auckland, 19 March 2021, REVIEW
Who thought we'd get to see Crowded House perform in these virus-laced times? FRANCES CHAN reports on the Auckland performance, and JUSTIN REDDING takes
New brews from Behemoth
Witchdoctor wine guru PHIL PARKER slums it at a craft beer tasting because our beer guru is grounded with an injury.
This one’s hard to play, folks
The world premiere of composer Gary Kulesha’s Oboe Concerto takes place in Auckland this week. RICHARD BETTS caught up with the person who wrote
An Evening with Pat Metheny REVIEW
Pat Metheny’s career retrospective delights with dazzling displays and solo finesse, but definition is lacking for DAN SPERBER. Have we heard this quartet at
I Just Saw The Best Concert Ever In Someone’s Lounge
How can an astonishing world-class act end up playing to 40 people in a residential house? GARY STEEL witnesses something miraculous.
Guns Akimbo REVIEW
Auckland is the setting for the latest high-speed, comic book-style caper. PAUL ROSE assesses this madcap action flick and pronounces it a winner.
The Great Witchdoctor Q&A – Nathan Haines
Nathan Haines on Shift Left, his hi-fi, the Silver Scrolls and more…
Snarky Puppy – Powerstation Auckland REVIEW
GARY STEEL went to see extraordinary jazz-fusion concoction Snarky Puppy at Auckland’s The Powerstation. Here’s his brief assessment.
Auckland Toilet Tax: Borrowing Games
Oh no, not another tax? ALASDAIR THOMPSON casts his eye over the suggestion Auckland might face a 'Toilet Tax'.
Auckland And Hamilton – A Tale Of Two Cities
After years of to-ing and fro-ing between Hamilton and Auckland he knows the two cities and their tales well. So which one is the
Frank Zappa’s Music Gets A Welcome Dusting Off In Auckland This Tuesday
Dweezil Zappa’s Auckland gig has remained steadfastly under the radar, but GARY STEEL gives it his heartiest endorsement.
The Great Witchdoctor Movers & Shakers Q&A
Terry Humphries runs a unique “by appointment” hi-fi showroom and auditioning facility called Audio Reference, which he first launched in Hamilton 10 years
Yes, ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre, Monday 10 November 2014 LIVE REVIEW
Gary Steel needs a swift shot of punk after an eternity with Yes.
Yes, Vector Arena, Auckland, Sunday April 1, 2012 – LIVE REVIEW
Gary Steel finally connects with one of the greatest progressive rock bands, Yes.
Crimson ProjeKCt, The Studio, Auckland, Tuesday 24 June, 2014 CONCERT REVIEW
Amazing gig; poor attendance. The Crimson ProjeKCt are so much more than a faux-King Crimson, or just a tribute band, reckons Gary Steel.
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