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July 26, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Ten of My All-Time Favourite Kiwi Songs
When I wrote these notes I was planning for the start of my book about favourite NZ songs. All of these songs made it into that book – and were written about in further detail. In most cases I spoke with the songwriters or key players/producers involved with the music. On Song featured 30 tunes, […]Archive
July 22, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Tour Announcement: Dave Dobbyn to Play NZ Shows in August
Dave Dobbyn needs no introduction to New Zealand audiences – but New Zealand audiences do need a re-introduction to the concept of attending shows; we’re craving it. And Dobbyn’s last gig was via Zoom. He’s ready now to hit the road and play some shows in some cities and towns across the country in late August and […]Archive
July 1, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Sweetman Podcast # 219: Colin Morris
Welcome to episode 219 of Sweetman Podcast with support from our sponsors – T Leaf T and Yeastie Boys Now – as you probably know, as well as the usual platforms (this site, soundcloud, iTunes/Apple) you can now get to Sweetman Podcast on Spotify – follow it there and have it saved in your Spotify […]Archive
June 11, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Sweetman Podcast # 216: David Cormack
Welcome to episode 216 of Sweetman Podcast with support from our sponsors – T Leaf T and Yeastie Boys . Now – as you probably know, as well as the usual platforms (this site, soundcloud, iTunes/Apple) you can now get to Sweetman Podcast on Spotify – follow it there and have it saved in your […]Archive
June 4, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Dark Divinity: Messianic (ep)
Dark Divinity Messianic (ep) Trench Records Look, I’m such a fairweather fan when it comes to anything within a formaldehyde and methanol-soaked rag’s reach of something that even vaguely once resembled death metal so you’ll forgive me if this is not the review you’re looking for. I can only speak to liking this with all […]Archive
April 6, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
The Vinyl Countdown # 139
Dennis O’Brien, Still In The Same Dream (1980) Dennis O’Brien, owner of Wellington’s Slow Boat Records was once Dennis O’Brien: Singer/Songwriter. And this is one of his albums. I like this. I’ve had it for a while – you can get a career overview on CD – and that’s decent too but I really like […]Archive
March 14, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
The Vinyl Countdown # 151
Mark Williams, Greatest Hits (1977) I missed the Mark Williams buzz – the first time around at least. I was there for the “comeback” – Show No Mercy and then fronting Dragon (he does a good job, it’s a tired old act now though, they’re a Tribute Act to Themselves, nothing more). I did catch […]Archive
February 21, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
The Legend of Baron To’a: Film
The Legend of Baron To’a Director: Kiel McNaughton Department of Post / Madman Films The Legend of Baron To’a isn’t great – but it’s charming in its way. It’s so easy to sit back and watch it happen; to be amused in part, to cringe in that way that we do with some of the […]Archive
February 10, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets: Walkabout
Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets Walkabout Yep Roc With Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets heading to NZ and Aussie the good folk at Yep Rock put together this compilation which showcases some of the tunes from them collaborative EPs and some of Los Straitjackets’ instrumental takes on Nick Lowe classics from their album.Archive
January 22, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Sweetman Podcast # 204: Margo Timmins (Cowboy Junkies)
Welcome to episode 204 of Sweetman Podcast with support from our sponsors – T Leaf T, Yeastie Boys and La Petite Chocolat. Now – as you probably know, as well as the usual platforms (this site, soundcloud, iTunes/Apple) you can now get to Sweetman Podcast on Spotify – follow it there and have it saved […]Archive
January 20, 2020 by Simon Sweetman