Seamless
A one for the cool kids, Seamless returns to The Tuning Fork with electronic and hip-hop favourites Yoko-Zuna. Along with alt-pop Nakita, hip-hop heavyweights COOL TAN and the experimental My Anatomy.
When: Friday May 18 Where: The Tuning Fork, 42-80 Mahuhu Cres Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.nz
Sundays Unplugged at The Luna Inn
Cruise into The Luna Inn on Sunday from 4-7pm for live music sets from homegrown talent. Nathan King of Zed, Laughton Kora of Kora and Che Fu make up the line-up. Start the day with The Luna Inns bottomless brunch to get the fun times going. The Viaduct Harbour eatery hosts a special menu on the weekends which includes brunch and two-hour bottomless cocktails.
When: Sundays in May, 4-7pm Where: 149 Quay St, Princes Wharf Visit: Lulas.co.nz
2018 Official Music Month Summit
This years event at Auckland's Herald Theatre in late May will tackle the theme of issues in the music industry. Four topics will be explored Women In Music, Diversity In Music, Wellbeing and Regional Isolation in a four-person session from artists and industry professionals fired up in challenging conversations. All ticket sales will go towards the NZ Music Foundation. Find the full line-up here.
When: Saturday May 26, 10am - 4pm Where: The Herald Theatre, Aotea Square Tickets: $10 from Ticketmaster.co.nz
Thomas Oliver
The award-winning singer-songwriter will perform at the Powerstation in May, in what will be a magic gig. Be soothed by his sweet vocals and insane slide guitar playing skills.
When: Friday May 25, 8pm Where: Powerstation, 33 Mount Eden Rd Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.nz
Marlon Williams
The wait is finally over the Lytletton singer-songwriter behind one of the favourite albums of the year (even though its release was early in February) will return home after a worldwide tour. Marlon Williams will play two nights at the Auckland Town Hall. Read our interview with Marlon and his sophomore album Make Way For Love.
When: Friday May 25 and Saturday May 26, 7.30 pm Where: Town Hall, Queen St Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.nz
Stan Walker
Stan the man will perform a one-off show, singing his latest tracks, so don't miss your chance to see him in a rare live performance.
When: Friday May 25, 7pm Where: Victory Convention Centre, 98 Beaumont St, Freemans Bay Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.nz
On Song: Auckland Writers Festival
As part of the Auckland Writers Festival, hear from the charismatic Lawerence Arabia (aka James Milne) who won an APRA Silver Scroll for his song Apple Pie Bed, and has released solo albums including Lawerence Arabia and Chant Darling.
When: Friday May 18, 7pm – 8pm Where: Heartland Festival Room, Aotea Square Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.nz
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Advertise with NZME.Also, listen to acclaimed folk musician Nadia Reid talk about her work with award-winning musician Tama Waipara. Learn more about the Port Chalmers musician when Viva celebrated Nadia in our Most Fabulous Issue.
When: Thursday May 17, 7pm – 8pm Where: Heartland Festival Room, Aotea Square Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.nz
Vodafone Pacific Music Awards
Celebrate the talent of our Pacific music community at the 14th annual Vodafone Pacific Music Awards. See who wins and enjoy an evening of live music from the likes of Ladi6, SWIDT and Sol3 Mio.
When: Thursday May 24, 7.30 - 10pm Where: Sir Woolf Fisher Arena Vodafone Events Centre, 770 Great South Rd, Manukau Tickets: $25 from Eventfinda.co.nz