To help you get amongst Aotearoa’s buzzing music scene this May, Craccum put together a list of upcoming gigs featuring both local and international artists you can check out in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Thursdays I’m In Love: P.H.F., Babyteeth, and BUB
Where: The Tuning Fork
When: Thursday 26 May
What: To celebrate New Zealand’s music scene, Tuning Fork selects three of their favourite Tāmaki Makaurau based artists for you to discover and fall in love with each month.
Cost: $10
Where: Whammy Bar
When: Thursday 26 May
What: ‘A Night with Ha The Unclear’ is an intimate live performance and conversation with critically acclaimed alternative indie band Ha The Unclear, hosted by Hahko.
Cost: $30
Sailor Jerry Presents: Daily J and Mini Simmons
Where: Whammy Bar
When: Friday 27 May
What: Join New Zealand based Blues-Rock band Mini Simmons and Auckland based Indie/Psychedelic Rock band Daily J for a night at Whammy Bar. Free live tattooing will also be happening on the night.
Cost: Free with RSVP to Facebook event. RSVP does not guarantee entry; first in, first served.
Where: Galatos
When: Friday 27 May
What: ‘You Should Be Dancing’ is a club night of super danceable disco hits.
Cost: $20 + $3.50 booking fee
Feeling of the Concert with Ringlets, Sweet Pea, and D.C. Maxwell
Where: The Wine Cellar
When: Friday 27 May
What: An evening of music in the Vino Larder.
Cost: $10
Where: Las Vegas Club
When: Saturday 28 May
What: The Las Vegas Nite Club is reopening. Join host Murry Sweetpants and special guest Peter Urlich for a night of hedonistic house, with a touch of burlesque.
Cost: $30 (booking fees may apply)
You Beauty
Where: Saint Alice
When: Saturday 28 May
What: Featuring Rick Johnson, Warren Duncan (Live), Sub Sahara B2B Aunty Nora, Pixie Lane, and Lanez.
Cost: Free (R20)
Where: Q Theatre
When: Saturday 28 May
What: A music and comedy show presented by Tim Batt and 100% Good. Featuring Guy Montgomery (7 Days), Paul Williams (Taskmaster), musical comedy pop duo Two Hearts (Laura Daniel and Joseph Moore) and more.
Cost: $29-$35 (service fees may apply)
Where: Powerstation
When: Tuesday 31 May
What: American rockers the Bronx return to New Zealand.
Cost: $68.33
Where: Shed 10
When: Tuesday 31 May
What: L.A. based trio ‘LANY’ are joined by special guest Sasha Alex Sloan.
Cost: $74.90 General Admission
The Official NZ Music Month Wrap Party
Where: The Tuning Fork
When: Tuesday 31 May
What: An all ages event to celebrate the month that was with live music from a range of local musicians.
Cost: $25 with all proceeds going to support the work of MusicHelps.
The Tuning Fork Birthday Series
Where: The Tuning Fork
When: Wednesday 1 June to Sunday 6 June
What: This birthday series is The Tuning Fork’s annual flagship event and will be held across five nights at the beginning of June, featuring Tiny Ruins and Finn Andrews, Methyl Ethel, Arab Strap, Frickin Dangerous Bro & Friends, There’s A Tuesday, and Daffodils.
Cost: $65
95bFM Presents: Lucy Dacus with Special Guest Pickle Darling
Where: The Hollywood Avondale
When: Friday 3 June, Saturday 4 June
What: Recently labelled as “one of the best songwriters of her generation” by Rolling Stone, Lucy Dacus is coming to New Zealand on the back of her sold out UK/EU tour. Fans can expect to catch Dacus playing songs from her celebrated album Home Video.
Cost: $68.33
Where: The Wine Cellar and Whammy Backroom
When: Saturday 4 June
What: Featuring Karl Steven, Samara Alofa, Fimo, DeepState, TOOMS, Power Nap, Na Noise, and Party Dad DJ.
Cost: $17 + booking fee
