Call it saving the best for last, call it just another huge week in what has been a mind-blowing month of local activity. Call it what you want, just don’t call it late for tea…

RISE UP CHRISTCHURCH – TE KOTAHITANGA TELETHON
This Sunday 22 May don’t forget to tune in for this very special Telethon, broadcast live on Maori Television from 9am. You can also bid on a number of items at the online auction, including this rather fetching NZMM pack: http://www.sella.co.nz/general/music-instruments/concert-tickets/7tfkqc/
More info on official Rise Up Christchurch events here: http://nzmusic.org.nz/news/commission/rise-up-christchurch-telethon-update/

SUGARLOAF SHAKEDOWN
The other way you can get behind Christchurch this Sunday is to head along to the Sugarloaf Shakedown at Auckland’s Kings Arms. Curated by Lawrence Arabia’s James Milne, the line-up features The Bats, Street Chant, Drab Doo-Riffs, Dictaphone Blues and Princess Chelsea. Proceeds will be divided between various projects such as temporary licenses for venues and sponsoring events to help get the Christchurch music scene get back on its feet: http://nzmusic.org.nz/news/general/sugarloaf-shakedown-for-chch

A SELECTION OF HOME STRETCH DELIGHTS

TUE 24 MAY

The Whiskey Live 2011: Greg Johnson with support Andrew Keoghan
The Whiskey, Auckland
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WED 25 MAY

The Whiskey Live 2011: Avalanche City
The Whiskey, Auckland

Don McGlashan- Solo North Island Tour
De Luxe Theatre, Opotiki

Jon Hooker and Hugh Campbell
Shirley Library, Christchurch
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THU 26 MAY

Joe Blossom Album Release w/ Full Fucking Moon & Gold Medal Famous
San Fran Bathhouse, Central Wellington

Don McGlashan – Solo North Island Tour
Bay Club, Gisborne

Rock It w/ Ivy Lies & Avalanche City
Juice Bar at Windsor Castle, Parnell, Auckland

Bonjah The White Line Homecoming Tour
Bodega, Central Wellington
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FRI 27 MAY

95bFM Fancy New Band w/ Ghost Wave, Tono & the Finance Company, Sherpa, Tiny Ruins, The Brood, Great North, Cool Cult & 5 Satans.
Kings Arms, Auckland. Free entry.

Antagonist AD & The Outsiders
Mt Eden Scout Hall, Auckland. All ages.

Bang Bang Eche, Pikachunes & Teenwolf
Tabac, Central Auckland

Beastwars Album Release w/ Arc of Ascent and Lord of Tigers
Biddy Mulligan's, Hamilton

May Mash Up ft Three Houses Down, Che Fu, Sonz Of Zion & Foundation
4:20, K’Rd, Auckland

Shihad
Wellington High School. All ages.

Sophie Burbery and Little Bark
Cassette Number Nine, Central Auckland
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SAT 28 MAY

2011 Official NZ Music Month Summit
The Summit is an opportunity for bands, managers, self-managed artists or anyone with an interest in music to attend a series of seminars where they can meet and interact with industry leaders from all areas of the Music Industry. Download more information on the Summit and speakers here: http://nzmusic.org.nz/news/commission/2011-official-music-month-summit-2/
10am - 4.30pm, Auckland Museum Auditorium, Auckland. Free entry.

National Recording Studios Open Day
Between midday and 4pm a variety of professional audio studios around the country will open their front doors to anyone interested in taking a good look inside. Keep an eye on http://www.nzmusician.co.nz for further updates and a list of the studios participating.

The 7th Annual Hamilton Circle Jerk
Flow, Hamilton

Anna Coddington and Julia Deans: Keepsakes Tour
Butter Bank, Whangarei

Beastwars Album Release w/ Arc of Ascent and Lord of Tigers
Thirsty Dog, Auckland

Bonjah 'The White Line' Homecoming Tour
Illuminati Superclub, Tauranga

The Checks and Paperscissors
Bodega, Central Wellington

Family Cactus Album Release
Kings Arms, Auckland

Lord Echo (Mike Fabulous) & Mara TK’s Dual Release Party
San Fran Bath House, Wellington

Rhian Sheehan Standing In Silence
Mercury Theatre, Auckland

Sophia Bidwell and Jeremy Brownbrooke
New Brighton Library, Christchurch
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SUN 29 MAY

Blue Smoke: The Birth of NZ Pop
Chris Bourke journeys into the ‘lost dawn’ of New Zealand popular music – the mid-20th century, when the dance halls of the nation changed dramatically.
1pm. Te Papa Museum, Wellington
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MON 30 MAY

Going Global: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Official NZ Music Month seminar focusing on entering overseas music markets. Speakers include Australian and UK experts, as well as members of the NZ Music Commission and Independent Music NZ. More info over at the Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=227683477246957
6pm. The Hub - Toi Poneke Arts Centre, Wellington
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LATEST ALBUM RELEASES

OUT THIS WEEK
F in Math The Couch EP – May 23rd
Family Cactus Spirit Lights – May 30th
Jonny Love Courage May – 23rd
Kidz In Space Ghost May – 30th
Ngahiwi Apanui Matariki – May 30th
The 3D’s Early Recordings 1989-90 – May 30th

RADIO ACTIVITY

95bFM, Auckland Thursday May 26th dedicated to 100% NZ music + The 95bFM Fancy New Band Showcase on May 27th at the Kings Arms.

Kiwi FM The all NZ music radio station have been putting 31 Bands In A Box again. See http://www.kiwifm.co.nz for the schedule.

Mai FM Win a chance to attend the Polynesian Blue Pacific Music Awards as Mai FM’s VIP guest.
http://www.maifm.co.nz/Default.aspx?TabId=56&articleID=975

RadioActive, Wellington is playing 100% local tunes all week long.

Radio One, Dunedin is streaming a mix of NZ favourites and newcomers live every Wednesday and Friday on Drive (4-7pm). Listen on the wireless or at http://www.r1.co.nz

ZM Win a seat on the special NZMM Kids Of 88 flight with Grabaseat.
http://www.zmonline.com/WhatsOn/Competitions/Detail.aspx?id=17675

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