SPACIFIC NEWS #146: Contents

1. The Grand :: Jordan Luck Band :: 03/10/19
2. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter + Tiki Taane :: 18/10/19
3. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 07/11/19
4. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 08/11/19
5. The Roundhouse :: SIX60 :: 01/12/19
6. Sweet Sounds Live
7. Upcoming Highlights

Tickets to all shows available from MusicGlue or See Tickets.

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THE GRAND :: JORDAN LUCK BAND :: 03/10/19

“Legend” is a word suffering from chronic overuse syndrome these days, but when it comes to Jordan Luck, the word regains it”s full meaning and one the NZ public associates with this true blue Kiwi icon. This affection is obviously felt amongst his musical peers as well – they bestowed Jordan the honour of inaugural Inductee into the New Zealand Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame and in 2015 The NZ Music Legacy Award.

As front man and pop-writing genius with the legendary Exponents, he clocked up a staggering 18 Top 40 singles over the years, with “Victoria” recently voted by the public as the 8th greatest New Zealand song of all time. These days on any given weekend you will hear packed stadiums of sports fans singing in unison (if not in-tune) “Why Does Love Do This To Me?” a song that seems to have taken on the mantle as the “unofficial” alternative NZ national anthem.

The Jordan Luck Band is the new super deluxe Frankenstein incarnation backing the iconic kiwi singer these days. Every gig, the band play the best of all those iconic Exponents tracks we know and love as well as a collection of the bands favourite Kiwi classics. Meticulously designed by Jordan himself from the ground up, this band has just the one purpose…to bring Jordan”s blend of pop rock genius from the past, present and future… back to the masses!

Hand-picked from a wish-list of players Jordan wanted to work with, the word went out, his fantasy starting line up were contacted and unsurprisingly they all signed up…so, starting from the stage right part of the paddock: Bryan Bell – ex-frontman of the much loved Dead Flowers, Beaver – rocknroll royalty and drummer of the world famous D4, Rich Mixture – God of all things musical, formerly graced the stages of D4, Dead Flowers and many more, Joe Walsh – frontman of Auckland rocker’s Ekko Park.

Support on the night comes from Barker, the solo project of Johnny Barker, perhaps best known for his acting role as The Ferndale Strangler in Shortland Street. You can check out tracks from his last record on YouTube.

Standing tickets are £15 + b/f and Seated are £20 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11 1TT
Nearest Tube: Clapham Junction station
Venue website: claphamgrand.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/356459041877752/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER + TIKI TAANE :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Support on the night comes from the mighty Tiki Taane. A multi-platinum award winning artist and pioneer in the New Zealand music scene with a career spanning 20 years, Tiki rose to prominence as a member of Salmonella Dub, penning some of their biggest hits including “Love Your Ways” and “For the Love of It” amongst others.

Since embarking on his solo artist career in 2007, Tiki has gone from strength to strength and is now one of New Zealand”s most popular and diverse award-winning artists, with his song “Always on My Mind” becoming one of the most successful singles of all time in New Zealand. He is renowned as much for his powerful live performances as he is for his anthems, both for his dynamic solo shows and as an MC for acts such as Concord Dawn, The Upbeats and Optimus Gryme.

Over 80% of the tickets have sold for this show already, so get in before they sell out.

General Admission tickets are now available for £21.50 + b/f fromMusic Glue ,Ticketmaster.co.uk and SEE

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1129927267167715/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 07/11/19

Pitch Black enjoyed last October’s intimate (and sold out) show at the Sebright Arms so much that they’ve decided to come back and do it again …. twice!

Having pumped their way through New Zealand”s electronic music scene since their inaugural performance at the annual Gathering New Year’s eve festival in 1996, Pitch Black have spent the subsequent years rousing dance floor punters, generating rave reviews, winning awards and gaining thousands of fans across the world.

Hard to box into a single audio ‘genre’, Pitch Black is a combination of musical journeys. Their sound is distinctive; ranging from organic ambient beginnings and layered soundscapes to skanking keyboards, cutting acid riffs and thumping rhythmic grooves, with dub being the glue that holds their sound together. One critic has described them as like “Orbital meets King Tubby, or Rhythm and Sound in Technicolor”.

It is their live show that really makes Pitch Black stand out from the rest of the crowd, both sonically and visually. Their tracks take on an added dynamism and their performances reveal the dialectic behind the band – Paddy wants to do it for the crowd, Michael wants to do it to the crowd. Visually they are in another dimension thanks to Michael’s cutting edge visuals.

They have toured the world relentlessly, playing everywhere from Amsterdam to Zagreb and the streets of Las Vegas to the Australian outback, supporting acts such as Coldcut, Skream, Easy Dub All Stars and System 7 along the way.

Their new album “Third Light” came out on September 13th and the video for the first single up on YouTube here.

Support on the night comes from South London’s Robot Riddims.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1843476175756785/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 08/11/19

Second night of Pitch Black at the Sebright Arms.

Support comes from audiovisual quartet Polyop.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/2300082566679089/

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THE ROUNDHOUSE :: SIX60 :: 01/12/19

This show is now well and truly SOLD OUT …………………….

From: 7pm
At: Chalk Farm Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 8EH
Nearest Tube: Chalk Farm
Venue website: roundhouse.org.uk
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/884624691898906/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up tothe Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

10/10 Miss June // Lexington, N1 9JB // 7.30-11 // £10
15/10 Benee // Camden Assembly,NW1 8AN // 7-11 // £10
27/10 Tiny Ruins // Omeara, SE1 1TE // 7-11 // £12
20/11 Robinson // Queen of Hoxton,EC2A 3JX // 7-11 // £10

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

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If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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SPACIFIC NEWS #145: Contents

1. The Grand :: Jordan Luck Band :: 03/10/19
2. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter + Tiki Taane :: 18/10/19
3. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 07/11/19
4. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 08/11/19
5. The Roundhouse :: SIX60 :: 01/12/19
6. Sweet Sounds Live
7. Upcoming Highlights

Tickets to all shows available from MusicGlue or See Tickets.

*******************************************************************************************
THE GRAND :: JORDAN LUCK BAND :: 03/10/19

“Legend” is a word suffering from chronic overuse syndrome these days, but when it comes to Jordan Luck, the word regains it”s full meaning and one the NZ public associates with this true blue Kiwi icon. This affection is obviously felt amongst his musical peers as well – they bestowed Jordan the honour of inaugural Inductee into the New Zealand Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame and in 2015 The NZ Music Legacy Award.

As front man and pop-writing genius with the legendary Exponents, he clocked up a staggering 18 Top 40 singles over the years, with “Victoria” recently voted by the public as the 8th greatest New Zealand song of all time. These days on any given weekend you will hear packed stadiums of sports fans singing in unison (if not in-tune) “Why Does Love Do This To Me?” a song that seems to have taken on the mantle as the “unofficial” alternative NZ national anthem.

The Jordan Luck Band is the new super deluxe Frankenstein incarnation backing the iconic kiwi singer these days. Every gig, the band play the best of all those iconic Exponents tracks we know and love as well as a collection of the bands favourite Kiwi classics. Meticulously designed by Jordan himself from the ground up, this band has just the one purpose…to bring Jordan”s blend of pop rock genius from the past, present and future… back to the masses!

Hand-picked from a wish-list of players Jordan wanted to work with, the word went out, his fantasy starting line up were contacted and unsurprisingly they all signed up…so, starting from the stage right part of the paddock: Bryan Bell – ex-frontman of the much loved Dead Flowers, Beaver – rocknroll royalty and drummer of the world famous D4, Rich Mixture – God of all things musical, formerly graced the stages of D4, Dead Flowers and many more, Joe Walsh – frontman of Auckland rocker’s Ekko Park.

Support on the night comes from Barker, the solo project of Johnny Barker, perhaps best known for his acting role as The Ferndale Strangler in Shortland Street. You can check out tracks from his last record on YouTube.

Standing tickets are £15 + b/f and Seated are £20 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11 1TT
Nearest Tube: Clapham Junction station
Venue website: claphamgrand.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/356459041877752/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER + TIKI TAANE :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Support on the night comes from the mighty Tiki Taane. A multi-platinum award winning artist and pioneer in the New Zealand music scene with a career spanning 20 years, Tiki rose to prominence as a member of Salmonella Dub, penning some of their biggest hits including “Love Your Ways” and “For the Love of It” amongst others.

Since embarking on his solo artist career in 2007, Tiki has gone from strength to strength and is now one of New Zealand”s most popular and diverse award-winning artists, with his song “Always on My Mind” becoming one of the most successful singles of all time in New Zealand. He is renowned as much for his powerful live performances as he is for his anthems, both for his dynamic solo shows and as an MC for acts such as Concord Dawn, The Upbeats and Optimus Gryme.

Over 80% of the tickets have sold for this show already, so get in before they sell out.

General Admission tickets are now available for £21.50 + b/f fromMusic Glue ,Ticketmaster.co.uk and SEE

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1129927267167715/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 07/11/19

Pitch Black enjoyed last October’s intimate (and sold out) show at the Sebright Arms so much that they’ve decided to come back and do it again …. twice!

Having pumped their way through New Zealand”s electronic music scene since their inaugural performance at the annual Gathering New Year’s eve festival in 1996, Pitch Black have spent the subsequent years rousing dance floor punters, generating rave reviews, winning awards and gaining thousands of fans across the world.

Hard to box into a single audio ‘genre’, Pitch Black is a combination of musical journeys. Their sound is distinctive; ranging from organic ambient beginnings and layered soundscapes to skanking keyboards, cutting acid riffs and thumping rhythmic grooves, with dub being the glue that holds their sound together. One critic has described them as like “Orbital meets King Tubby, or Rhythm and Sound in Technicolor”.

It is their live show that really makes Pitch Black stand out from the rest of the crowd, both sonically and visually. Their tracks take on an added dynamism and their performances reveal the dialectic behind the band – Paddy wants to do it for the crowd, Michael wants to do it to the crowd. Visually they are in another dimension thanks to Michael’s cutting edge visuals.

They have toured the world relentlessly, playing everywhere from Amsterdam to Zagreb and the streets of Las Vegas to the Australian outback, supporting acts such as Coldcut, Skream, Easy Dub All Stars and System 7 along the way.

Their new album “Third Light” comes out on September 13th (and can be pre-ordered from https://smarturl.it/thirdlight), with the video for the first single up on YouTube here.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1843476175756785/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 08/11/19

Second night of Pitch Black at the Sebright Arms.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/2300082566679089/

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THE ROUNDHOUSE :: SIX60 :: 01/12/19

This show is now well and truly SOLD OUT …………………….

From: 7pm
At: Chalk Farm Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 8EH
Nearest Tube: Chalk Farm
Venue website: roundhouse.org.uk
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/884624691898906/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up tothe Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

17/09 Name UL // Old Blue Last, EC2A 3ES // 8-11 // FREE
25/09 Mermaidens // Old Blue Last, EC2A 3ES // 8-11 // £8.80
10/10 Miss June // Lexington, N1 9JB // 7.30-11 // £10
27/10 Tiny Ruins // Omeara, SE1 1TE // 7-11 // £12

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

*******************************************************************************************
If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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Spacific :: PO Box 14988, London SW6 2WL, UK :: kiaora@spacific.net

SPACIFIC NEWS #144: Contents

1. Electric Ballroom :: The Black Seeds :: 15/08/19
2. Hope and Anchor :: Delaney Davidson :: 28/08/19
3. The Grand :: Jordan Luck Band :: 03/10/19
4. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter :: 18/10/19
5. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 07/11/19
6. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 08/11/19
7. The Roundhouse :: SIX60 :: 01/12/19
8. Sweet Sounds Live
9. Upcoming Highlights

Tickets to all shows available from MusicGlue or See Tickets.

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ELECTRIC BALLROOM :: THE BLACK SEEDS :: 15/08/19

They’re back ….. One of New Zealand”s most-loved live acts, The Black Seeds, have spent the last two decades taking the world by storm. Back home, they are revered stalwarts of the touring and festival circuit, while abroad they”ve remained at the forefront of New Zealand”s internationally renowned roots movement, alongside the likes of Fat Freddy”s Drop and Katchafire.

Described by Clash Magazine as “one of the best live reggae acts on the planet,” the band”s eight-piece live show infuses raw energy and good vibes wherever they go. With countless sold out tours behind them and performances at many of the world”s leading festivals, The Black Seeds live set delivers a soul party on time, every time.

With a stash of albums and hits to their name, including “Dust and Dirt”, “So True”, “Cool Me Down”, and “One-By-One”, which became an international hit when it featured in an episode of the award-winning TV series “Breaking Bad”, The Black Seeds have clocked up multi-platinum sales and streams. While firmly based in the island grooves that inspired the birth of the band in 1998, The Black Seed”s sound casts a wide net, laying funk, soul, Afrobeat and other eclectic elements over their dub/reggae foundation.

Supporting the Seeds on their first show in London for over 5 years will be the mighty Hempolics – check out their awesome “Me Love to Sing”

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are available for £18 +b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 184 Camden High St, NW1 8QP
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Venue website: electricballroom.co.uk/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/410543879755061/

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HOPE AND ANCHOR :: DELANEY DAVIDSON :: 28/08/19

Part wandering minstrel, part travelling salesman, in one hand Delaney Davidson holds a small brown suitcase; in the other his guitar. And he’s come to tell you a story … or six.

Fresh from his sold out tour of New Zealand with Barry Saunders, organised to mark their recent joint release, Delaney’s dropping in to England for a very brief visit before heading to mainland Europe. His last show in London sold out, so don’t delay.

Tickets are £8 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 207 Upper St, N1 1RL
Nearest Tube: Highbury & Islington
Venue website: facebook.com/hopeandanchorlive

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THE GRAND :: JORDAN LUCK BAND :: 03/10/19

“Legend” is a word suffering from chronic overuse syndrome these days, but when it comes to Jordan Luck, the word regains it”s full meaning and one the NZ public associates with this true blue Kiwi icon. This affection is obviously felt amongst his musical peers as well – they bestowed Jordan the honour of inaugural Inductee into the New Zealand Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame and in 2015 The NZ Music Legacy Award.

As front man and pop-writing genius with the legendary Exponents, he clocked up a staggering 18 Top 40 singles over the years, with “Victoria” recently voted by the public as the 8th greatest New Zealand song of all time. These days on any given weekend you will hear packed stadiums of sports fans singing in unison (if not in-tune) “Why Does Love Do This To Me?” a song that seems to have taken on the mantle as the “unofficial” alternative NZ national anthem.

The Jordan Luck Band is the new super deluxe Frankenstein incarnation backing the iconic kiwi singer these days. Every gig, the band play the best of all those iconic Exponents tracks we know and love as well as a collection of the bands favourite Kiwi classics. Meticulously designed by Jordan himself from the ground up, this band has just the one purpose…to bring Jordan”s blend of pop rock genius from the past, present and future… back to the masses!

Hand-picked from a wish-list of players Jordan wanted to work with, the word went out, his fantasy starting line up were contacted and unsurprisingly they all signed up…so, starting from the stage right part of the paddock: Bryan Bell – ex-frontman of the much loved Dead Flowers, Beaver – rocknroll royalty and drummer of the world famous D4, Rich Mixture – God of all things musical, formerly graced the stages of D4, Dead Flowers and many more, Joe Walsh – frontman of Auckland rocker’s Ekko Park.

Standing tickets are £15 + b/f and Seated are £20 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11 1TT
Nearest Tube: Clapham Junction station
Venue website: claphamgrand.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/356459041877752/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Over 70% of the tickets have sold for this show already, so get in before they sell out.

General Admission tickets are now available for £21.50 + b/f fromMusic Glue ,Ticketmaster.co.uk and SEE

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1129927267167715/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 07/11/19

Pitch Black enjoyed last October’s intimate (and sold out) show at the Sebright Arms so much that they’ve decided to come back and do it again …. twice!

This time there’s a new album in tow, with the video for the first single up on YouTube here, so expect to hear new tunes alongside classic tracks.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1843476175756785/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 08/11/19

Second night of Pitch Black at the Sebright Arms.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/2300082566679089/

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THE ROUNDHOUSE :: SIX60 :: 01/12/19
This show was only announced on Friday, but over 85% of the tickets have already gone, with the downstairs completely sold out. Should you wish to come, tickets are £21.50 + b/f and are now only available from the venue.

From: 7pm
At: Chalk Farm Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 8EH
Nearest Tube: Chalk Farm
Venue website: roundhouse.org.uk
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/884624691898906/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up tothe Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

06/08 Thomas Oliver // Camden Assembly, NW1 8AN // 7-11 // £10
24/08 Chaos in the CBD // Oval Space, E2 9DT // 2-6 // £14.50-27.50
25/09 Mermaidens // Old Blue Last, EC2A 3ES // 8-11 // £8.80
27/10 Tiny Ruins // Omeara, SE1 1TE // 7-11 // £12

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

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If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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Spacific :: PO Box 14988, London SW6 2WL, UK :: kiaora@spacific.net

SPACIFIC NEWS #143: Contents

1. St Pancras Old Church :: Frank Burkitt + Kara Filbey :: 25/07/19
2. St Pancras Old Church :: Modern Maori Quartet :: 26/07/19
3. Electric Ballroom :: The Black Seeds :: 15/08/19
4. Hope and Anchor :: Delaney Davidson :: 28/08/19
5. The Grand :: Jordan Luck Band :: 03/10/19
6. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter :: 18/10/19
7. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 07/11/19
8. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 08/11/19
9. Sweet Sounds Live
10. Upcoming Highlights

Tickets to all shows available from MusicGlue or See Tickets.

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ST PANCRAS OLD CHURCH :: FRANK BURKITT + KARA FILBEY :: 25/07/19

Tui award winning artists Frank Burkitt and Kara Filbey are coming to the beautiful St Pancras Old Church later this month for an intimate performance of some of the finest songwriting and harmony you are likely to hear.

Winners of the Vodafone NZ Music Award for Best Folk Artist 2019 (for their Frank Burkitt Band release “Raconteur”), Frank Burkitt and Kara Filbey have been performing together for the past 15 years throughout the UK, New Zealand, Australia and North America. Residents of Wellington for the last 5 years, they are delighted to be bringing their New Zealand inspired music to London.

Two voices that have had 15 years to blend, they will both captivate and enchant. Expect a broad set of original and traditional Scottish folk songs, country ballads and Americana. Burkitts highly intelligent songwriting is what sets him apart, as well as his ability to tell great stories to accompany his songs.

Support on the night comes from Chanteuse Rosé and Greg Wain, both perhaps better known for their Exposing Edith show.

Tickets are £10 + b/f from Music Glue

From: 7pm
At: Pancras Rd, NW1 1UL
Nearest Tube: Kings Cross or Mornington Crescent
Venue website: stpancrasoldchurch.wixsite.com/music
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/384215838876938/

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ST PANCRAS OLD CHURCH :: MODERN MAORI QUARTET :: 26/07/19

There are two sides to every story. And every story has a song.

Aotearoas favourite showband Modern Māori Quartet (MMQ) returns to London this July with a ONE NIGHT ONLY performance of their music theatre work that was five years in the making.

Two Worlds – an original Māori play with songs – brings about a timely return to MMQs theatrical beginnings with a story full of heart and revelation. With signature style and humour Two Worlds weaves together four stories that unfold the fabric of Māori musical culture and its genealogy and evolution.

Layering an earnest and uniquely Kiwi narrative to their soaring harmonies and classic quirky charm, the award-winning MMQ invite you to meet Koro, Big Bro, Uncle and Bub, and experience their take on what it really means to be Māori in this day and age.

“Out of everything Ive seen so far I would recommend The Modern Maori Quartet: Two Worlds. Great singing, dancing and humour in a clever dramatic framework, and four lovely actor/musicians.” Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo), as interviewed in The Scotsman

Support for the night will come from London’s own expat superstar Jayson Norris

Tickets are £18 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: Pancras Rd, NW1 1UL
Nearest Tube: Kings Cross or Mornington Crescent
Venue website: stpancrasoldchurch.wixsite.com/music
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1158305147663119/

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ELECTRIC BALLROOM :: THE BLACK SEEDS :: 15/08/19

They’re back ….. One of New Zealands most-loved live acts, The Black Seeds, have spent the last two decades taking the world by storm. Back home, they are revered stalwarts of the touring and festival circuit, while abroad theyve remained at the forefront of New Zealands internationally renowned roots movement, alongside the likes of Fat Freddys Drop and Katchafire.

Described by Clash Magazine as “one of the best live reggae acts on the planet,” the bands eight-piece live show infuses raw energy and good vibes wherever they go. With countless sold out tours behind them and performances at many of the worlds leading festivals, The Black Seeds live set delivers a soul party on time, every time.

With a stash of albums and hits to their name, including Dust and Dirt, So True, Cool Me Down, and One-By-One, which became an international hit when it featured in an episode of the award-winning TV series Breaking Bad, The Black Seeds have clocked up multi-platinum sales and streams. While firmly based in the island grooves that inspired the birth of the band in 1998, The Black Seeds sound casts a wide net, laying funk, soul, Afrobeat and other eclectic elements over their dub/reggae foundation.

Supporting the Seeds on their first show in London for over 5 years will be the mighty Hempolics – check out their awesome “Me Love to Sing”

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are available for £18 +b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 184 Camden High St, NW1 8QP
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Venue website: electricballroom.co.uk/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/410543879755061/

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HOPE AND ANCHOR :: DELANEY DAVIDSON :: 28/08/19

Part wandering minstrel, part travelling salesman, in one hand Delaney Davidson holds a small brown suitcase; in the other his guitar. And he’s come to tell you a story … or six.

Fresh from his sold out tour of New Zealand with Barry Saunders, organised to mark their recent joint release, Delaney’s dropping in to England for a very brief visit before heading to mainland Europe. His last show in London sold out, so don’t delay.

Tickets are £8 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 207 Upper St, N1 1RL
Nearest Tube: Highbury & Islington
Venue website: facebook.com/hopeandanchorlive

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THE GRAND :: JORDAN LUCK BAND :: 03/10/19

Legend is a word suffering from chronic overuse syndrome these days, but when it comes to Jordan Luck, the word regains its full meaning and one the NZ public associates with this true blue Kiwi icon. This affection is obviously felt amongst his musical peers as well – they bestowed Jordan the honour of inaugural Inductee into the New Zealand Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame and in 2015 The NZ Music Legacy Award.

As front man and pop-writing genius with the legendary Exponents, he clocked up a staggering 18 Top 40 singles over the years, with Victoria recently voted by the public as the 8th greatest New Zealand song of all time. These days on any given weekend you will hear packed stadiums of sports fans singing in unison (if not in-tune) Why Does Love Do This To Me? a song that seems to have taken on the mantle as the unofficial alternative NZ national anthem.

The Jordan Luck Band is the new super deluxe Frankenstein incarnation backing the iconic kiwi singer these days. Every gig, the band play the best of all those iconic Exponents tracks we know and love as well as a collection of the bands favourite Kiwi classics. Meticulously designed by Jordan himself from the ground up, this band has just the one purpose…to bring Jordans blend of pop rock genius from the past, present and future… back to the masses!

Hand-picked from a wish-list of players Jordan wanted to work with, the word went out, his fantasy starting line up were contacted and unsurprisingly they all signed up…so, starting from the stage right part of the paddock: Bryan Bell – ex-frontman of the much loved Dead Flowers, Beaver – rocknroll royalty and drummer of the world famous D4, Rich Mixture – God of all things musical, formerly graced the stages of D4, Dead Flowers and many more, Joe Walsh – frontman of Auckland rocker’s Ekko Park.

Standing tickets are £15 + b/f and Seated are £20 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11 1TT
Nearest Tube: Clapham Junction station
Venue website: claphamgrand.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/356459041877752/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Over 50% of the tickets have sold for this show already, so get in before they sell out.

General Admission tickets are now available for £21.50 + b/f fromMusic Glue ,Ticketmaster.co.uk and SEE

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1129927267167715/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 07/11/19

Pitch Black enjoyed last October’s intimate (and sold out) show at the Sebright Arms so much that they’ve decided to come back and do it again …. twice!

This time there’s a new album in tow, so expect to hear new tunes alongside classic tracks.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1843476175756785/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 08/11/19

Second night of Pitch Black at the Sebright Arms.

Tickets are £12 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/2300082566679089/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up tothe Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

11/07 Earth Tongue // Shacklewell Arms, E8 2EB // 7-11 // FREE
12/07 Blair Jollands // Luna Lounge, E11 1HG // 7-10.30 // £7
13/07 Aldous Harding & Marlon Williams // Hyde Park, W2 2UH // 1-10.30 // £73.60
18/07 10:32 // Ritzy, SW2 1JG // 7.30-11 // £5
06/08 Thomas Oliver // Camden Assembly, NW1 8AN // 7-11 // £10

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

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If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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Spacific :: PO Box 14988, London SW6 2WL, UK :: kiaora@spacific.net

SPACIFIC NEWS #142: Contents

1. St Pancras Old Church :: Modern Maori Quartet :: 26/07/19
2. Electric Ballroom :: The Black Seeds :: 15/08/19
3. Hope and Anchor :: Delaney Davidson :: 28/08/19
4. The Grand :: Jordan Luck Band :: 03/10/19
5. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter :: 18/10/19
6. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 07/11/19
7. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 08/11/19
8. Sweet Sounds Live
9. Upcoming Highlights

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ST PANCRAS OLD CHURCH :: MODERN MAORI QUARTET :: 26/07/19

There are two sides to every story. And every story has a song.

Aotearoa’s favourite showband Modern Māori Quartet (MMQ) returns to London this July with a ONE NIGHT ONLY performance of their music theatre work that was five years in the making.

Two Worlds – an original Māori play with songs – brings about a timely return to MMQ’s theatrical beginnings with a story full of heart and revelation. With signature style and humour Two Worlds weaves together four stories that unfold the fabric of Māori musical culture and its genealogy and evolution.

Layering an earnest and uniquely Kiwi narrative to their soaring harmonies and classic quirky charm, the award-winning MMQ invite you to meet Koro, Big Bro, Uncle and Bub, and experience their take on what it really means to be Māori in this day and age.

Out of everything I’ve seen so far I would recommend The Modern Maori Quartet: Two Worlds. Great singing, dancing and humour in a clever dramatic framework, and four lovely actor/musicians.’ Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo), as interviewed in The Scotsman

Tickets are £18 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: Pancras Rd, NW1 1UL
Nearest Tube: Kings Cross or Mornington Crescent
Venue website: stpancrasoldchurch.wixsite.com/music
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1158305147663119/

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ELECTRIC BALLROOM :: THE BLACK SEEDS :: 15/08/19

They’re back ….. One of New Zealand’s most-loved live acts, The Black Seeds, have spent the last two decades taking the world by storm. Back home, they are revered stalwarts of the touring and festival circuit, while abroad they’ve remained at the forefront of New Zealand’s internationally renowned roots movement, alongside the likes of Fat Freddy’s Drop and Katchafire.

Described by Clash Magazine as “one of the best live reggae acts on the planet,” the band’s eight-piece live show infuses raw energy and good vibes wherever they go. With countless sold out tours behind them and performances at many of the world’s leading festivals, The Black Seeds live set delivers a soul party on time, every time.

With a stash of albums and hits to their name, including ‘Dust and Dirt’, ‘So True’, ‘Cool Me Down’, and ‘One-By-One’, which became an international hit when it featured in an episode of the award-winning TV series ‘Breaking Bad’, The Black Seeds have clocked up multi-platinum sales and streams. While firmly based in the island grooves that inspired the birth of the band in 1998, The Black Seed’s sound casts a wide net, laying funk, soul, Afrobeat and other eclectic elements over their dub/reggae foundation.

Supporting the Seeds on their first show in London for over 5 years will be the mighty Hempolics – check out their awesome ‘Me Love to Sing‘

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are available for £18 +b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 184 Camden High St, NW1 8QP
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Venue website: electricballroom.co.uk/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/410543879755061/

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HOPE AND ANCHOR :: DELANEY DAVIDSON :: 28/08/19

Part wandering minstrel, part travelling salesman, in one hand Delaney Davidson holds a small brown suitcase; in the other his guitar. And he’s come to tell you a story … or six.

Fresh from his sold out tour of New Zealand with Barry Saunders, organised to mark their recent joint release, Delaney’s dropping in to England for a very brief visit before heading to mainland Europe. His last show in London sold out, so don’t delay.

Tickets are £8 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 207 Upper St, N1 1RL
Nearest Tube: Highbury & Islington
Venue website: facebook.com/hopeandanchorlive

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THE GRAND :: JORDAN LUCK BAND :: 03/10/19

Legend’ is a word suffering from chronic overuse syndrome these days, but when it comes to Jordan Luck, the word regains it’s full meaning and one the NZ public associates with this true blue Kiwi icon. This affection is obviously felt amongst his musical peers as well – they bestowed Jordan the honour of inaugural Inductee into the New Zealand Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame and in 2015 The NZ Music Legacy Award.

As front man and pop-writing genius with the legendary Exponents, he clocked up a staggering 18 Top 40 singles over the years, with ‘Victoria’ recently voted by the public as the 8th greatest New Zealand song of all time. These days on any given weekend you will hear packed stadiums of sports fans singing in unison (if not in-tune) ‘Why Does Love Do This To Me?’ a song that seems to have taken on the mantle as the ‘unofficial’ alternative NZ national anthem.

The Jordan Luck Band is the new super deluxe Frankenstein incarnation backing the iconic kiwi singer these days. Every gig, the band play the best of all those iconic Exponents tracks we know and love as well as a collection of the bands favourite Kiwi classics. Meticulously designed by Jordan himself from the ground up, this band has just the one purpose…to bring Jordan’s blend of pop rock genius from the past, present and future… back to the masses!

Hand-picked from a wish-list of players Jordan wanted to work with, the word went out, his fantasy starting line up were contacted and unsurprisingly they all signed up…so, starting from the stage right part of the paddock: Bryan Bell – ex-frontman of the much loved Dead Flowers, Beaver – rocknroll royalty and drummer of the world famous D4, Rich Mixture – God of all things musical, formerly graced the stages of D4, Dead Flowers and many more, Joe Walsh – frontman of Auckland rocker’s Ekko Park.

Standing tickets are £15 + b/f and Seated are £20 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11 1TT
Nearest Tube: Clapham Junction station
Venue website: claphamgrand.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/356459041877752/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are now available for £21.50 + b/f fromMusic Glue ,Ticketmaster.co.uk and SEE

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1129927267167715/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 07/11/19

Pitch Black enjoyed last October’s intimate (and sold out) show at the Sebright Arms so much that they’ve decided to come back and do it again …. twice!

This time there’s a new album in tow, so expect to hear new tunes alongside classic tracks.

Early bird tickets are on sale til the end of June and are £10 + b/f from Music Glue

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1843476175756785/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 08/11/19

Second night of Pitch Black at the Sebright Arms.

Early bird tickets are on sale til the end of June and are £10 + b/f from Music Glue

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/2300082566679089/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up tothe Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

12/06 Miss June // The Windmill, SW2 5BZ // 7-11 // £5
16/06 Alien Weaponry // The Underworld, NW1 0NE // 7-11 // £14
19/06 Lawrence Arabia // The Lexington, N1 9JB // 7-11// £12
21/06 Avalanche City // Thousand Island, N5 1RD // 7-11 // £9
28/06 FreQ Nasty // Fabric, EC1M 3HN // 10-6 // £10-25

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

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If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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Spacific :: PO Box 14988, London SW6 2WL, UK :: kiaora@spacific.net

SPACIFIC NEWS #141: Contents

1. Servant Jazz Quarters :: Soaked Oats :: 13/05/19
2. St Pancras Old Church :: Modern Maori Quartet :: 26/07/19
3. Electric Ballroom :: The Black Seeds :: 15/08/19
4. The Grand :: Jordan Luck Band :: 03/10/19
5. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter :: 18/10/19
6. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 7+8/11/19
7. Sweet Sounds Live
8. Upcoming Highlights

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SERVANT JAZZ QUARTERS :: SOAKED OATS :: 13/05/19

A young four-piece band hailing from Dunedin,Soaked Oats have been described as “a southern stew of Kevin Morby and LCD Soundsystem with a good shake of Mac DeMarco “. The band are making their inaugural trip to the motherland this May to perform at The Great Escape in Brighton. Following their appearance there, Soaked Oats are going to bring their endearing live performance to London for the very first time.

Their latest single ‘Driftworld’draws the listener in with its whirling cymbal punctuated swirl-scape – check out the video here.

Joining them on the night will be hot Canadian act FRANKIIE, whose forthcoming album marries the lush qualities of Big Thief with an intimate anthemic approach reminiscent of Heart.

Tickets are £8 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 10A Bradbury Street, London N16 8JN
Nearest Tube: Dalston Kingsland or Dalston Junction
Venue website: servantjazzquarters.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1528697520613178/

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ST PANCRAS OLD CHURCH :: MODERN MAORI QUARTET :: 26/07/19

There are two sides to every story. And every story has a song.

Aotearoa’s favourite showband Modern Māori Quartet (MMQ) returns to London this July with a ONE NIGHT ONLY performance of their music theatre work that was five years in the making.

Two Worlds; an original Māori play with songs brings about a timely return to MMQ’s theatrical beginnings with a story full of heart and revelation. With signature style and humour Two Worlds weaves together four stories that unfold the fabric of Māori musical culture and its genealogy and evolution.

Layering an earnest and uniquely Kiwi narrative to their soaring harmonies and classic quirky charm, the award-winning MMQ invite you to meet Koro, Big Bro, Uncle and Bub, and experience their take on what it really means to be Māori in this day and age.

“Out of everything I’ve seen so far I would recommend The Modern Maori Quartet: Two Worlds. Great singing, dancing and humour in a clever dramatic framework, and four lovely actor/musicians.” Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo), as interviewed in The Scotsman

Tickets are £18 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: Pancras Rd, NW1 1UL
Nearest Tube: Kings Cross or Mornington Crescent
Venue website: stpancrasoldchurch.wixsite.com/music
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1158305147663119/

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ELECTRIC BALLROOM :: THE BLACK SEEDS :: 15/08/19

They’re back ….. One of New Zealand’s most-loved live acts, The Black Seeds, have spent the last two decades taking the world by storm. Back home, they are revered stalwarts of the touring and festival circuit, while abroad they’ve remained at the forefront of New Zealand’s internationally renowned roots movement, alongside the likes of Fat Freddy’s Drop and Katchafire.

Described by Clash Magazine as “one of the best live reggae acts on the planet,” the band’s eight-piece live show infuses raw energy and good vibes wherever they go. With countless sold out tours behind them and performances at many of the world’s leading festivals, The Black Seeds live set delivers a soul party on time, every time.

With a stash of albums and hits to their name, including ‘Dust and Dirt’, ‘So True’, ‘Cool Me Down’, and ‘One-By-One’, which became an international hit when it featured in an episode of the award-winning TV series ‘Breaking Bad’, The Black Seeds have clocked up multi-platinum sales and streams. While firmly based in the island grooves that inspired the birth of the band in 1998, The Black Seed’s sound casts a wide net, laying funk, soul, Afrobeat and other eclectic elements over their dub/reggae foundation.

Having released their sixth studio album FABRIC in 2017 to critical acclaim, the band will return to Europe this summer for the first time in 5 years on the back of a new single.

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are available for £18 +b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 184 Camden High St, NW1 8QP
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Venue website: electricballroom.co.uk/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/410543879755061/

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THE GRAND :: JORDAN LUCK BAND :: 03/10/19

Legend’ is a word suffering from chronic overuse syndrome these days, but when it comes to Jordan Luck, the word regains it’s full meaning and one the NZ public associates with this true blue Kiwi icon. This affection is obviously felt amongst his musical peers as well – they bestowed Jordan the honour of inaugural Inductee into the New Zealand Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame and in 2015 The NZ Music Legacy Award.

As front man and pop-writing genius with the legendary Exponents, he clocked up a staggering 18 Top 40 singles over the years, with ‘Victoria’ recently voted by the public as the 8th greatest New Zealand song of all time. These days on any given weekend you will hear packed stadiums of sports fans singing in unison (if not in-tune) ‘Why Does Love Do This To Me?’ a song that seems to have taken on the mantle as the ‘unofficial’ alternative NZ national anthem.

The Jordan Luck Band is the new super deluxe Frankenstein incarnation backing the iconic kiwi singer these days. Every gig, the band play the best of all those iconic Exponents tracks we know and love as well as a collection of the bands favourite Kiwi classics. Meticulously designed by Jordan himself from the ground up, this band has just the one purpose…to bring Jordan’s blend of pop rock genius from the past, present and future… back to the masses!

Hand-picked from a wish-list of players Jordan wanted to work with, the word went out, his fantasy starting line up were contacted and unsurprisingly they all signed up…so, starting from the stage right part of the paddock: Bryan Bell – ex-frontman of the much loved Dead Flowers, Beaver – rocknroll royalty and drummer of the world famous D4, Rich Mixture – God of all things musical, formerly graced the stages of D4, Dead Flowers and many more, Joe Walsh – frontman of Auckland rocker’s Ekko Park.

Standing tickets are £15 + b/f and Seated are £20 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11 1TT
Nearest Tube: Clapham Junction station
Venue website: claphamgrand.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/356459041877752/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are now available for £21.50 + b/f fromMusic Glue ,Ticketmaster.co.uk and SEE

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1129927267167715/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 7+8/11/19

Just confirmed – the dastardly dub duo are coming back this November for a dubble header at the Sebright Arms. Their last show there sold out, so don’t delay ……..

Early bird tickets are £10 + b/f from Music Glue

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1843476175756785/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up to the Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

03/05 Mermaidens // Shacklewell Arms,E8 2EB // 7-11 // FREE
15/05 Jordan Rakei // EartH, N16 8BH // 7-11 // £17
16/05 The Beths // The Dome, NW5 1HL // 7-11 // £11
22/05 Johnathan Bree // Moth Club, E8 1EL // 7.30-11 // £9
29/05 10:32 // Servant Jazz Quarters, N16 8JN // 7.30-11 // £3/6/9
16/06 Alien Weaponry // The Underworld, NW1 0NE // 7-11 // £14
19/06 Lawrence Arabia // The Lexington, N1 9JB // 7-11// £12

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

*******************************************************************************************
If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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Spacific :: PO Box 14988, London SW6 2WL, UK :: kiaora@spacific.net

SPACIFIC NEWS #140: Contents

1. Servant Jazz Quarters :: Soaked Oats :: 13/05/19
2. St Pancras Old Church :: Modern Maori Quartet :: 26/07/19
3. Electric Ballroom :: The Black Seeds :: 15/08/19
4. The Grand :: Jordan Luck Band :: 03/10/19
5. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter :: 18/10/19
6. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 7+8/11/19
7. Sweet Sounds Live
8. Upcoming Highlights

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SERVANT JAZZ QUARTERS :: SOAKED OATS :: 13/05/19

A young four-piece band hailing from Dunedin,Soaked Oats have been described as “a southern stew of Kevin Morby and LCD Soundsystem with a good shake of Mac DeMarco “. The band are making their inaugural trip to the motherland this May to perform at The Great Escape in Brighton. Following their appearance there, Soaked Oats are going to bring their endearing live performance to London for the very first time.

Their latest single ‘Shuggah Doom’; is a tale of self reflection on perception laid out as a film script – check out the video here.

Tickets are £8 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 10A Bradbury Street, London N16 8JN
Nearest Tube: Dalston Kingsland or Dalston Junction
Venue website: servantjazzquarters.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1528697520613178/

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ST PANCRAS OLD CHURCH :: MODERN MAORI QUARTET :: 26/07/19

There are two sides to every story. And every story has a song.

Aotearoa’;s favourite showband Modern Māori Quartet (MMQ) returns to London this July with a ONE NIGHT ONLY performance of their music theatre work that was five years in the making.

Two Worlds is an original Māori play with songs and brings about a timely return to MMQ’;s theatrical beginnings with a story full of heart and revelation. With signature style and humour Two Worlds weaves together four stories that unfold the fabric of Māori musical culture and its genealogy and evolution.

Layering an earnest and uniquely Kiwi narrative to their soaring harmonies and classic quirky charm, the award-winning MMQ invite you to meet Koro, Big Bro, Uncle and Bub, and experience their take on what it really means to be Māori in this day and age.

“Out of everything I’;ve seen so far I would recommend The Modern Maori Quartet: Two Worlds. Great singing, dancing and humour in a clever dramatic framework, and four lovely actor/musicians.” Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo), as interviewed in The Scotsman

Tickets are £18 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: Pancras Rd, NW1 1UL
Nearest Tube: Kings Cross or Mornington Crescent
Venue website: stpancrasoldchurch.wixsite.com/music
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1158305147663119/

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ELECTRIC BALLROOM :: THE BLACK SEEDS :: 15/08/19

They’re back ….. One of New Zealand’;s most-loved live acts, The Black Seeds, have spent the last two decades taking the world by storm. Back home, they are revered stalwarts of the touring and festival circuit, while abroad they’;ve remained at the forefront of New Zealand’;s internationally renowned roots movement, alongside the likes of Fat Freddy’;s Drop and Katchafire.

Described by Clash Magazine as “one of the best live reggae acts on the planet,” the band’;s eight-piece live show infuses raw energy and good vibes wherever they go. With countless sold out tours behind them and performances at many of the world’;s leading festivals, The Black Seeds live set delivers a soul party on time, every time.

With a stash of albums and hits to their name, including ‘Dust and Dirt’;, ‘So True’;, ‘Cool Me Down’;, and ‘One-By-One’;, which became an international hit when it featured in an episode of the award-winning TV series ‘Breaking Bad’;, The Black Seeds have clocked up multi-platinum sales and streams. While firmly based in the island grooves that inspired the birth of the band in 1998, The Black Seed’;s sound casts a wide net, laying funk, soul, Afrobeat and other eclectic elements over their dub/reggae foundation.

Having released their sixth studio album FABRIC in 2017 to critical acclaim, the band will return to Europe this summer for the first time in 5 years on the back of a new single.

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are available for £18 +b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 184 Camden High St, NW1 8QP
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Venue website: electricballroom.co.uk/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/410543879755061/

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THE GRAND :: JORDAN LUCK BAND :: 03/10/19

Just confirmed – the Jordan Luck Band are coming to play their first London show in over a decade. Expect to hear all the hits and more ….

Tickets are £15 + b/f from Music Glue, SEE or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11 1TT
Nearest Tube: Clapham Junction station
Venue website: claphamgrand.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/356459041877752/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Early Bird tickets have all sold out already.

General Admission tickets are now available for £21.50 + b/f fromMusic Glue ,Ticketmaster.co.uk and SEE

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1129927267167715/

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 7+8/11/19

Just confirmed – the dastardly dub duo are coming back this November for a dubble header at the Sebright Arms. Their last show there sold out, so don’t delay ……..

Early bird tickets are £10 + b/f from Music Glue

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/1843476175756785/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up tothe Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

03/05 Mermaidens // Shacklewell Arms,E8 2EB // 7-11 // FREE
15/05 Jordan Rakei // EartH, N16 8BH // 7-11 // £17
16/05 The Beths // The Dome, NW5 1HL // 7-11 // £11
22/05 Johnathan Bree // Moth Club, E8 1EL // 7.30-11 // £9
16/06 Alien Weaponry // The Underworld, NW1 0NE // 7-11 // £14
19/06 Lawrence Arabia // The Lexington, N1 9JB // 7-11// £12

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

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SPACIFIC NEWS #139: Contents

1. Servant Jazz Quarters :: Soaked Oats :: 13/05/19
2. Electric Ballroom :: The Black Seeds :: 15/08/19
3. o2 Forum :: Shapeshifter :: 18/10/19
4. Sweet Sounds Live
5. Keep in touch with New Zealand music via Spotify
6. Upcoming Highlights

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SERVANT JAZZ QUARTERS :: SOAKED OATS :: 13/05/19

For our first show of the year, we’re proud to present the debut London appearance by Soaked Oats.

A young four-piece band hailing from Dunedin, Soaked Oats have been described as “a southern stew of Kurt Vile and Mac DeMarco with a good shake of Kevin Morby”. In their short existence, they’ve played over 60 good-time live shows in NZ, released three EP’s and come to notoriety for writing songs about stoned fruit (‘Avocado Aficionado’, ‘I’m a Peach’). Check out the awesome video they made for their song ‘Houdini’ – https://bit.ly/2VFHlKX

Tickets are £8 + b/f from Music Glue, See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7.30pm
At: 10A Bradbury Street, London N16 8JN
Nearest Tube: Dalston Kingsland or Dalston Junction
Venue website: servantjazzquarters.com/

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ELECTRIC BALLROOM :: THE BLACK SEEDS :: 15/08/19

They’re back ….. One of New Zealand’s most-loved live acts, The Black Seeds, have spent the last two decades taking the world by storm. Back home, they are revered stalwarts of the touring and festival circuit, while abroad they’ve remained at the forefront of New Zealand’s internationally renowned roots movement, alongside the likes of Fat Freddy’s Drop and Katchafire.

Described by Clash Magazine as “one of the best live reggae acts on the planet” the band’s eight-piece live show infuses raw energy and good vibes wherever they go. With countless sold out tours behind them and performances at many of the world’s leading festivals, The Black Seeds live set delivers a soul party on time, every time.

With a stash of albums and hits to their name, including “Dust and Dirt’, “So True’, “Cool Me Down’, and “One-By-One’, which became an international hit when it featured in an episode of the award-winning TV series “Breaking Bad’, The Black Seeds have clocked up multi-platinum sales and streams. While firmly based in the island grooves that inspired the birth of the band in 1998, The Black Seed’s sound casts a wide net, laying funk, soul, Afrobeat and other eclectic elements over their dub/reggae foundation.

Having released their sixth studio album FABRIC in 2017 to critical acclaim, the band will return to Europe this summer for the first time in 5 years on the back of a new single.

Early Bird tickets are available for £14.50 + b/f from Music Glue

General Admission tickets are available for £18 +b/f from See Tickets or Ticketweb

From: 7pm
At: 184 Camden High St, NW1 8QP
Nearest Tube: Camden Town
Venue website: electricballroom.co.uk/

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O2 FORUM :: SHAPESHIFTER :: 18/10/19

After selling out shows across New Zealand and Australia this summer, Shapeshifter NZ return to London for one special night.

Showcasing new tunes from their forthcoming LP alongside bonafide classics, this is your one chance to catch the stadium electronic wonderkids before they head back into the studio. With new collaborations recorded with the Upbeats in 2019, their own new material and another LP with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra on the way, Shapeshifter NZ remain one of the most diverse acts in dance music.

A unique combination of future soul, drum and bass, jazz, rock, dub and more, with euphoric synths and heavy guitars amidst pounding drums and soaring vocals – this is Shapeshifter NZ.

Early Bird tickets are available for £19 + b/f from Music Glue

General Admission tickets are available for £21.50 + b/f from Ticketmaster.co.uk and See Tickets

From: 8pm
At: 9-17 Highgate Road, NW5 1JY
Nearest Tube: Kentish Town
Venue website: academymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music and overseas tour news coming out of NZ, sign up tothe Sweet Sounds Live newsletter at sweetsounds.live. You’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases, international tours and other interesting Kiwi music info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwireleases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally:New (Zealand) Releases 2019.

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KEEP IN TOUCH WITH NEW ZEALAND MUSIC
Three other New Zealand focused playlists on Spotify are:

– Amplifier Buzz is the place to find the brightest emerging local artists creating a stir in the industry and can be found at https://spoti.fi/2EkmOCY
– Audience Hot is the home of bubbling Kiwi talent, whether new to the scene or already established, and can be found at https://spoti.fi/2igGFJU
– NZ on Air posts up their latest submissions to local radio at https://spoti.fi/2JdASBI

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

26/03 Kimbra // Heaven,WC2N 6NG // 7-11 // £14
27/03 Tiny Ruins // Bush Hall, W12 7LJ // 7.30-11 // £12
03/05 Mermaidens // Shacklewell Arms,E8 2EB // 7-11 // FREE
22/05 Johnathan Bree // Moth Club, E8 1EL // 7.30-11 // £9

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

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If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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SPACIFIC NEWS #138: Contents

1. Sebright Arms :: Pitch Black :: 18/10/18
2. Sweet Sounds Live
3. Keep in touch with New Zealand music via Spotify
4. Upcoming Highlights

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SEBRIGHT ARMS :: PITCH BLACK :: 18/10/18

For our final show of the year, we’re stoked to be presenting Pitch Black‘s only Northern Hemisphere show this year. They’re currently working on a new album, and this show is to allow them to present tracks in development, plus play some of their classics.

Having pumped their way through New Zealand’s electronic music scene since their inaugural performance at the annual Gathering New Year’s eve festival in 1996, Pitch Black have spent the subsequent years rousing dance floor punters, generating rave reviews, winning awards and gaining thousands of fans across the world.

Hard to box into a single audio ‘genre’, Pitch Black is a combination of musical journeys. Their sound is distinctive; ranging from organic ambient beginnings and layered soundscapes to skanking keyboards, cutting acid riffs and thumping rhythmic grooves, with dub being the glue that holds their sound together. One critic has described them as like “Orbital meets King Tubby, or Rhythm and Sound in Technicolor”.

It is their live show that really makes Pitch Black stand out from the rest of the crowd, both sonically and visually. Their tracks take on an added dynamism and their performances reveal the dialectic behind the band – Paddy wants to do it for the crowd, Michael wants to do it to the crowd. Visually they are in another dimension thanks to Michael’s cutting edge visuals.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of it’s first release, they’ve just released ‘Futureproof Live‘, a collection of live versions of the album tracks, recorded between 1998 and 2000.

There are now only 10 tickets left for this show – they’re available for £12 + b/f from Music Glue, Ticketweb or See Tickets

From: 7.30pm
At: 31-35 Coate St, London, E2 9AG
Nearest Tube: Cambridge Heath or Bethnal Green
Venue website: sebrightarms.com/
Facebook event: facebook.com/events/169481710387156/

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SWEET SOUNDS LIVE

If you’re keen to stay on top of new music coming out of NZ, sign up to the Sweet Sounds newsletter at sweetsounds.live: you’ll be first to hear about everything NZ music-related, including new releases and reviews, gigs in the UK by NZ bands and other interesting info.

They’re also curating a Spotify playlist which features new Kiwi releases that are getting supported and hyped both in NZ and internationally: bit.ly/NZ-2018-Playlist

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KEEP IN TOUCH WITH NEW ZEALAND MUSIC

Three New Zealand focused playlists on Spotify are:

– Amplifier Buzz is the place to find the brightest emerging local artists creating a stir in the industry and can be found at https://spoti.fi/2EkmOCY

– Audience Hot is the home of bubbling Kiwi talent, whether new to the scene or already established, and can be found at https://spoti.fi/2igGFJU

– NZ on Air posts up their latest submissions to local radio at https://spoti.fi/2JdASBI

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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS

30/10 Marlon Williams // Hackney Arts Centre, N16 8BH // 7-11 // £15
31/10 Devilskin // Boston Music Room, N19 5QQ // 7-11 // £13
03/11 Connan Mockasin // The Barbican, EC2Y 8DS // 8-10.30 // £17.50-25
11/11 The Beths // Sebright Arms, E2 9AG // 7-11 // £7
21/11 Unknown Mortal Orchestra // Royal Albert Hall, SW7 2AP // 6.45-10.30 // £22.50
30/11 Jordan Rakei // Pizza Express,WC1V 6LF // 7-11 // £25

We track upcoming concerts by New Zealand artists in London using Songkick – if we have missed any, please email us at kiaora@spacific.net so that we can include the details in future mailouts.

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If you are getting this email for the first time, it is because you have bought tickets to a concert that we have promoted. We send out a maximum of one email a month with details of up and coming concerts by New Zealand musicians in London. To be removed from this mailing list, please click on any of the links below.

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Spacific :: PO Box 14988, London SW6 2WL, UK :: kiaora@spacific.net