I’m glad common sense has prevailed and the “controversial” Boobs on Bikes parade has been allowed.  I think it’s a victory against this backlash of dull conservatism the country is being beset with.  Ok, so Bob McCroskrie and Christine Rankin are offended by public displays of breasts, but quite frankly I wouldn’t want to hang out with them on Queen St anyway. My girlfriend and I went to the first parade purely out of curiosity.  To be honest, it was pretty rubbish.  The breasts were so fake they didn’t even bounce when the motorcycles went over bumps in the road.  I ...

The Breeders - Friday August 8, Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland Kim and Kelley Deal rock my world.   I am still coming down from an amazing show. Kim Deal, Kelley Deal, Mando Lopez, Jose Medeles. Kim and Kelley Deal.   Kim Deal. ...

Sigur Ros: Med sud I eyrum vid spilum endalaust (With a Buzz in Our Ears We Play Endlessly) When I listen to previous Sigur Ros albums I feel I’m gently submerging deeper and deeper underwater.  This new album is more like a flying trip up to the clouds, then a slow drift back down again. Med sud I eyrum vid spilum endalaust is the fifth album from the Icelandic band, led by openly gay lead singer Jonsi Birgisson.  Here, Sigur Ros retain the ethereal beauty that has won the hearts of fans worldwide.  However they also feel lighter, more fun and free spirited. The ...