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506 days ago

The Feelers - Reimagined - Saturday on East FM, from midday

Phil from Farm Cove

The Feelers are to Auckland’s east what Cold Chisel is to heartland Australia. Beloved. It’s fair to say The Feelers is one of this patch’s favourite bands, having played to big crowds out here down the years, and with their chart-topping anthems getting a 2023 revival with the new album … View moreThe Feelers are to Auckland’s east what Cold Chisel is to heartland Australia. Beloved. It’s fair to say The Feelers is one of this patch’s favourite bands, having played to big crowds out here down the years, and with their chart-topping anthems getting a 2023 revival with the new album Reimagined – the Greatest Hits, out today, they feature on tomorrow’s EARLIER She’ll Be Right on Saturdays Show with PJ Taylor, midday to 4pm (NZ time, July 8) on East FM.
We’ll be talking live at 1pm with The Feelers’ drummer Hamish Gee about the Reimagined project and how it feels 25 years after debut album Supersystem landed and connected with Kiwi rock music fans.

Blackout Music tells their story: ‘The Feelers are a household name, creating a musical legacy that has captivated generations.
The quartet, featuring James Reid (vocals, guitar), Hamish Gee (drums), Andy Lynch (guitar) and Clint Harris (bass), are renowned far and wide for their rock sound and exhilarating live shows.
The Feelers have released five LPs, as well as playing countless shows across New Zealand and on the international stage.
The band has also been awarded numerous accolades, including five NZ Music Awards, and three APRA awards for achieving the most played song of the year for Supersystem (1998), Venus (1999), and Stand Up (2003).
Perhaps most impressively, The Feelers also continue to hold the record for the highest number of physical album sales in NZ, and for their label Warner Music NZ.
Formed in Christchurch in 1993 by schoolmates Reid and Gee, The Feelers began their career playing gigs in iconic local venues such as the Dux de Lux and Warners.
In 1998, they released Supersystem, which rapidly ascended to top the NZ music charts, becoming certified five times platinum. Receiving rave reviews upon release, the album features several of the band’s biggest hits, including their debut single Pressure Man, Satellite, Venus and Supersystem.
A period of intense and widespread touring locally and internationally ensued, before the band reconvened to record their second album Communicate in 2000.
Recorded at York Street Studios in Auckland and Church Studios in London, the double platinum LP features a number of fan favourites, including As Good As It Gets, Fishing For Lisa, Astronaut and Anniversary.
The Feelers’ third album Playground Battle dropped in 2003, featuring three of their biggest hits to date, Larger Than Life, The Fear and Stand Up. This was followed by One World in 2006, which included singles Nothing’s More Real, Never Get Me Down, as the title track. After the release of a greatest hits compilation in 2008 to mark the 10th anniversary of Supersystem, The Feelers returned with their fifth LP Hope Nature Forgives in August 2011.
The Feelers played sixteen shows across the country last year to mark the 21st anniversary of the release of Communicate; an opportunity to play many of the tracks from the album live again, and to treat their legion of fans with a set exploding with all of their hits. With many dates selling out, the tour was a resounding success.
With the band’s first quarter-century punctuated with an abundance of career-defining highlights, there is plenty more yet to come from The Feelers.
Bringing a long-held idea of Reid and Gee’s to life, recording a carefully curated collection of new arrangements of some of their most recognisable and loved tracks from their first five albums.
Featuring 11 tracks, the collection also features the band’s new track, Dear Anxiety. First played live at Rock the Bay in Havelock North in November, the song was written by Reid as “a closer look at the human soul and fragility”.
“Anxiety hits me in different ways, which I’m sure many others feel as well. Regrets of the past, trying to be mindful and staying in the moment and not stress about the future. Not so easy sometimes,” Reid says.
Having produced their own material for a number of years, Reimagined sees the band once again teaming up with super-producer Greg Haver, who last worked with the band on Playground Battle.
Hamish Gee says: “On Reimagined quite a few of the songs have string arrangements.
Some of the arrangements are grandiose, but we also have more stripped back tracks, including one more delicate track that has only James’ vocal, the tiniest bit of acoustic guitar and piano.
It’s really pared back; it’s really lovely. Anyone who knows the songs will be able to recognise the songs.”
The release of Reimagined will also see The Feelers hitting the road once again for shows across the entire country, Hamish enthusing: “I’m really looking forward to touring this album and venturing into a number of towns and venues not played before, as well as our favourite summer venues.” – Blackout Music Management NZ

East FM is East Auckland’s fair-dinkum community-powered public service radio station, on 88.1FM and 107.1FM on local frequencies, nationally and globally at www.eastfm.nz... and on app iHeart Radio.
She’ll Be Right - it’s all about the vibe; it’s all about the groove. And tomorrow we’re getting a 2023 feel for The Feelers, reimagined. – PJ

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506 days ago

One day in our kitchen.

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Chicken Galantine with farce pistachio & dried apricots, picked onions, parsley emulsion

Followed by;

Raviole de filet de porc, Spätzle, warm Sauerkraut, White pepper sauce


#cookingclass #chicken #pork, #spätzle #galantine #cookingschool

506 days ago

Feature wall dos and don’ts

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Switch up your place with fresh new looks that are high on impact and low on cost with Resene paints.

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507 days ago

Woman’s size L peacock blue short sleeve jacket

Joanne from Half Moon Bay

Woman’s size L peacock blue short sleeve jacket. In perfect condition. No tears, stains or damage. Pick up highland park, east Auckland.

Price: $15

507 days ago

Woman’s size XL/44/12 floral dress

Joanne from Half Moon Bay

Woman’s size XL/44/12 floral dress. Never worn, still in bag. In perfect condition. No damage or tears. Pick up highland park, east Auckland.

Price: $15

511 days ago

Which NZ town does winter best?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you… View more
We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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508 days ago

Don't get left out in the cold this Winter!

Botany Hunting & Fishing

It's cold and it's wet. But that won't stop us Kiwis from getting out there and doing it.

If you need some warm or wet weather gear, then now is the time to grab it at the Hunting & Fishing huge Winter Sale, ON NOW!

With up to 50% OFF some winter clothing, at least 20% … View more
It's cold and it's wet. But that won't stop us Kiwis from getting out there and doing it.

If you need some warm or wet weather gear, then now is the time to grab it at the Hunting & Fishing huge Winter Sale, ON NOW!

With up to 50% OFF some winter clothing, at least 20% OFF all Hunters Element gear, and up to 30% OFF Huntech gear, you won't want to miss this sale.

Shop in-store at Botany Hunting & Fishing or online. See you soon.
Start shopping now

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508 days ago

Lawn-mowing and Gardening

Saul from Barclay mowing

hello everyone, i have recently started a lawn/garden maintenance business located in the east Auckland area. If your looking for a garden clean up after all this wind and rain please message txt or call 0275331527 for a free quote.

508 days ago

🎉🍾 𝟭𝟳𝟳 𝗕𝘂𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗗! 🎉🍾

Michael from Bucklands Beach

Another busy night in the Ray White Eastern Group auction rooms last night! Our property sold under the hammer after a mammoth 𝟑𝟑 𝐛𝐢𝐝𝐬
Thank you to our sellers for putting your trust in Victoria and myself in selling your home, and to our buyer, welcome to the Peninsula! We love … View more
Another busy night in the Ray White Eastern Group auction rooms last night! Our property sold under the hammer after a mammoth 𝟑𝟑 𝐛𝐢𝐝𝐬
Thank you to our sellers for putting your trust in Victoria and myself in selling your home, and to our buyer, welcome to the Peninsula! We love living here, and we know you will as well!
#teammichaelellse #onestoprealestateshop #raywhitehalfmoonbay #raywhiteeasterngroup #gettingyousold #soldatauction #valueaddedservice

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509 days ago

Have you got a favourite spring salad? Send us the recipe!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for spring salad recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by July 23, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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510 days ago

Our Drury Transfer Station is NOW OPEN!

Green Gorilla

Too much general waste for your wheelie bin? Our Drury South Transfer Station is now Open to the Public.

Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully automated. All you need is your credit or EFTPOS card to drive in, and the trailer with your waste!
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Too much general waste for your wheelie bin? Our Drury South Transfer Station is now Open to the Public.

Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully automated. All you need is your credit or EFTPOS card to drive in, and the trailer with your waste!

Location: 2 Toiawaka Road, Drury South – GATE A
Open: Mon-Fri 7 am – 4.30 pm | Sat – Sun 7.30am – 3.30pm
Ph. (09) 636 22 44
For pricing and more check our website.
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510 days ago

Supermarket bags

Sharon from Mellons Bay

Hi all Hospice Shop in Howick is again in need of supermarket bags thanks Sharon

Free

511 days ago

The Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

Sunday Star Times

This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete … View more
This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN. Once you’ve figured it out, head over to stuff.co.nz/puzzletime to enter the solution and be in to win.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here
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511 days ago

Locally grown microgreens

Magda from Howick

I grow them in my greenhouse. They can be added to both sweet and savory dishes.In addition to their nutritional value,they can add colour,flavour and texture to salads,soups,sandwiches, curries,pasta,wraps and pizza. Choose single or combination mix from: Mesclun kale blend(crisp,crunchy with … View moreI grow them in my greenhouse. They can be added to both sweet and savory dishes.In addition to their nutritional value,they can add colour,flavour and texture to salads,soups,sandwiches, curries,pasta,wraps and pizza. Choose single or combination mix from: Mesclun kale blend(crisp,crunchy with sweet taste),mizuna,organic rocket,mustard colored frills,mustard white(spicy/zesty flavour),radish China rose,radish Rambo,pea tendrils ,komatsuna red leaf(mild spicy) and chia Pick up Meadowlands Txt 0223937417 $4.00

$4.00

Price: $4

513 days ago

Lawn-mowing and Gardening

Saul from Barclay mowing

offering affordable lawn mowing and garden care for east Auckland residents.
our services include:
lawn-mowing
weed wacking
edge shaping
garden clean up
hedge trimmings
garden debris removal
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offering affordable lawn mowing and garden care for east Auckland residents.
our services include:
lawn-mowing
weed wacking
edge shaping
garden clean up
hedge trimmings
garden debris removal
garden tidy up prior to house sale

If you are interested please call/text saul 0275331527

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