A 2017 New Zealand Music Summit

On this second Nowhere Bros podcast of 2017 the 13th Floor's Kate Powell and The Label's Anna Loveys join Sam Smith to discuss the current state of New Zealand music. We review NZ Music Month, assess the rising stars of New Zealand music and explore the implications of changes made to the local charts. Direct …

Anniversary Albums: Elliott Smith “Either/Or” (1997)

On this episode of anniversary albums we take a look at American singer/songwriter Elliott Smith's 3rd studio album "Either/Or." Released in 1997, "Either/Or" is considered by many to be Smith's best album and a 90's classic. Elliott Smith - Either/Or Tracks Played Speed Trials Alameda Ballad Of Big Nothing Cupid's Trick Say Yes 2:45 AM …

Anniversary Albums: The Beatles “Magical Mystery Tour” (1967)

This week on anniversary albums we took a look at the Beatles 1967 soundtrack album "Magical Mystery Tour." This record was the second album the band released in 1967 after "Sgt Pepper" and accompanied the band's 3rd film of the same name. The Beatles - Magical Mystery Tour Tracks Played Magical Mystery Tour Blue Jay …

Sam’s Picks: Songs of 2017 so far

We have made it halfway through 2017 and as usual the music press are posting their best of the year so far lists. So, as a responsible music blogger I feel it is my duty to follow suit and share my favorite forty songs of the year so far. I have tried to limit my …

Anniversary Albums: Tom Waits “Franks Wild Years” (1987)

This week we take a look at singer-songwriter Tom Waits 8th studio album "Franks Wild Years." Released in 1987, this album forms part of a trilogy of albums that includes "Swordfishtrombones" and "Rain Dogs" during a period in the mid-80's that is considered by many to be Waits creative peak. Tom Waits - Franks Wild Years …