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Music review: Gary Clark Junior This Land, Warner Music
Gary Clark Junior has harnessed a formidable reputation, and has impressed Tony Nielsen.
Music Review: Marlon Williams Live at Auckland Town Hall
Marlon Williams' has performed a sublime concert in Auckland, writes Tony Nielsen
Music Review: Al Park Better Already — The Songs of Al Park
Al Park has been at the front of all things music in Christchurch, writes Tony Nielsen.
Music Review: Imagine, John Lennon
Imagine, a repackaged LP by John Lennon, is a huge attraction for fans.
Music Review: Mark Knopfler, Down the Road Wherever
Mark Knopfler has a knack for telling stories through song, writes Tony Nielsen.
The Beatles' White Album revisited
Tony Nielsen has a listen to the 50th anniversary release of a classic album.
Music review: The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Electric Ladyland
Electric Ladyland is an unbridled visit to a music visionary, writes Tony Nielsen.
Music Review: The Chills, Snow Bound
The first incarnation of Martin Phillips' band the Chills is getting on for 40 years old.
Music review: Bob Corritore & Friends, Don't Let the Devil Ride
Bob Corritore is a standout, and Don't Let the Devil Ride a showcase of his talents.
Music review: Passenger, Runaway
Review: In Runaway we're checking out the ninth solo record, and it's a cracker.
Music Review: Holly Arrowsmith, A Dawn I Remember, The Label
Holly Arrowsmith showcases pure tones in new album.
Music Review: Kamasi Washington, Heaven and Earth
Listening to Kamasi Washington was almost a religious experience for Tony Nielsen.
Tami Neilson's road to Sassafrass!
Ahead of her NZ tour, Neilson gives an insight into the journey behind her new album.
Music Review: Elvin Bishop's Big Fun Trio
Elvin Bishop and the Big Fun Trio know how to deliver on the promise their name suggests.
Music review - The Kiwi Music Scene: 1968
Looking back on a golden year for Kiwi music.
Music Review: Tami Neilson, Sassafrass
Tami Neilson shows real soul in her latest album Sassafrass.
Music review: Darren Watson, Too Many Millionaires
The acoustic approach really delivers on this album.
Music Review: Darren Watson, Too Many Millionaires
Darren Watson is brilliant in his album Too Many Millionaires, says Tony Nielsen.
Music Review: Hammond Gamble
Hammond Gamble has formed a new band with some old mates. Well worth a listen.
Music Review: Hopetoun Brown, Don't Let Them Lock You Up
Hopetoun Blues are a little more diverse with sounds on this new album.
Music Review: Marcia Ball, Shine Bright
Marcia Ball latest album shows a voice that's experienced a lifetime or two in smoky bars.
Music Review: Jimi Hendrix, Both Sides of the Sky
Jimi Hendrix exited this mortal coil nearly 50 years ago, but his musical legacy lives on.
Music Review: The Nick Moss Band, featuring Dennis Gruenling, The High Cost of Low Living
Chicago's Alligator Records shows a knack for high quality talent with the Nick Moss Band.
Music Review: Mary Gauthier, Rifles and Rosary Beads
I strongly suggest you also pay attention to Mary Gauthier, says Tony Nielsen.
Music Review: Marlon Williams, Make Way for Love
Make Way for Love is a completely original line-up of songs from Marlon Williams.
Music Review: Classic Kiwi Hits, How Is The Air Up There?
See if you recognise most of the 80 songs on this compilation of classic Kiwi hits.
Music Review: Fleetwood Mac, By Fleetwood Mac
Fleetwood Mac still have it after 40 years.
Music Review: Tinsley Ellis, Winning Hand
Winning Hand is Tinsley Ellis's 19th album spanning a career across three decades.
Music Review: Van Morrison, Versatile
Van Morrison is relentless with his desire to perform live, and add to the record library.
Music Review: Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings, Soul of a Woman
Sharon Jones has become the focus of a revival of a soul and funk music.
Music Review: The Rolling Stones, On Air
On Air then takes us into those early days of the Stones, and beyond.
Music Review: Cecile McLoren Salvant, Dreams and Daggers
After Dreams and Daggers, you'll want to add Cecile McLoren Salvant to your watch-list.
Music Review: Midge Marsden Collection
Midge Marsden has championed blues from his modest beginnings in Taranaki.
Womad unwraps more acts for 2018 festival
Four acts have been added to the roster for Womad 2018 in New Plymouth
Music Review: Womad 2018
Womad 2018 has many cultural and musical moments that are simply stunning.
Music Review: Van Morrison, Roll with the Punches
Roll with the Punches is a classy album.
Music Review: Robert Plant, Carry Fire
Robert Plant has released a new album that seems almost better than the last.
Womad 2018 line-up revealed
Thievery Corporation and Adrian Sherwood among artists announced for 2018 festival.
Music Review: Kamasi Washington, Harmony of Difference
If you listen to Harmony of Difference just once you'll want to see him live.
Music Review: Tommy Castro and the Painkillers, Stompin' Ground
Stompin' Ground is a knockout on first listen and just gets better with every play.
Music Review: Richard Thompson, Acoustic Classics 2
Richard Thompson has rightfully earned a reputation as a consummate musician.
Music Review: Dark Matter, Randy Newman
Randy Newman may be best known for the songs and lyrics he created for mega movies
Music Review: So You Wanna Be An Outlaw, Steve Earle
Most music fans would relate to the recognisable and evocative sound of Copperhead Road