Following the success of 2020’s inaugural festival, Live Nation in association with Auckland Unlimited, is proud to present Elemental Nights 2021 as part of Elemental AKL.
Thanks to the Trans-Tasman ‘bubble’ gateway, Elemental Nights is ecstatic to deliver an elite concert series showcasing an impressive line-up of local and international artists, including a dedicated evening in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of eponymous record label Flying Nun.
This winter, Elemental Nights will awaken some of Auckland’s most iconic venues with the sounds of Allen Stone (USA), Dope Lemon with special guest Mild Orange (AU), Julia Jacklin (AU), Courtney Barnett (AU), The Chats (AU), Mara TK with special guest AJA (NZ), Connan Mockasin (NZ) and the return of Catacombs by Friendly Potential.
The Flying Nun 40 Years Anniversary Concert will literally consume the Auckland Town Hall for one night only – delivered across three stages with standout performances by many of the label’s most celebrated artists including; Aldous Harding (solo), Straitjacket Fits, Reb Fountain, The Subliminals, Superette, The Bats, Mermaidens, Wax Chattels, Voom with more to added to the lineup in the coming weeks.
Designed, produced and promoted by Live Nation, whether you care to croon in unison, rock your heart out or dance vigorously, these one-off special shows should not be missed.
Live Nation New Zealand Managing Director Mark Kneebone said, “After the success of last year’s inaugural Elemental Nights, we are pleased to be able to create another spectacular line-up this year featuring international artists and a special ode to New Zealand music industry royalty, Flying Nun. We are proud to partner with Auckland Unlimited on this venture as we all work to create rich live experiences for audiences.”
Live Nation & Auckland Unlimited presents
ELEMENTAL NIGHTS 2021
MARA TK with special guest AJA
Friday 16th July | Titirangi War Memorial | Auckland
CATACOMBS
Thursday 22nd July | Wintergarden | Auckland
Friday 23rd July & Saturday 24th July | Wintergarden | Auckland [SOLD OUT]
JULIA JACKLIN (SOLO)
Friday 23rd July | Auckland Town Hall Concert Chamber | Auckland [SOLD OUT]
FLYING NUN 40 YEARS ANNIVERSARY
Saturday 24th July | Auckland Town Hall (3 stages) | Auckland [SOLD OUT]
COURTNEY BARNETT (SOLO) with special guest EMILY EDROSA
Sunday 25th July | Auckland Town Hall | Auckland
ALLEN STONE
Sunday 25th July | Auckland Town Hall Concert Chamber | Auckland
THE CHATS
Tuesday 27th July | Hollywood Theatre | Auckland
CONNAN MOCKASIN Unplugged, Bost’n ‘n Dobs’n Plugged
Thursday 29th July | Hollywood Theatre | Auckland
Friday 30th July | Hollywood Theatre | Auckland [SOLD OUT]
DOPE LEMON with special guest MILD ORANGE
Friday 17th September | Auckland Town Hall | Auckland
All tickets on sale NOW – for complete festival and ticket information, visit: elementalfestival.co.nz & www.livenation.co.nz
Press Release:
Melbourne-based, indie pop/folk, singer songwriter, Julia Jacklin will give a rare solo performance drawing on songs from her extensive catalogue as well as her critically acclaimed, 2019 album ‘Crushing’.
Australian artist Courtney Barnett is a self-professed fan of Aotearoa and Kiwi’s just love her renowned on-stage banter and raw and personal songs. Barnett performs solo for Elemental Nights in addition to her already announced 13 date July national tour.
Punk rock band The Chats dial things up a notch returning to New Zealand with their signature sound they dub ‘shed rock’. Their single ‘Smoko’ has had in excess of 12 million views on Youtube and attracted the attention of rock royalty Dave Grohl, Josh Homme and Iggy Pop, the latter two artists booking the Queensland 3 piece to open for them on their Australian tours.
Mara TK, the son of the legendary Billy TK is a golden voiced musician fluent in voice, guitar, bass and beat machines. Through his work with his future soul trio, Electric Wire Hustle Mara TK has proven himself to be a force for modern music and is fast gaining recognition worldwide. “Quite simply the best, most exciting R&B, soul, electronica, whatever you want to call it, record I’ve heard this year.” (Okayplayer) His Elemental show will see him performing his critically acclaimed first solo album Bad Meditation.
Friendly Potential return to the majestic Wintergarden beneath Auckland’s historic Civic theatre for another two night excursion into the CATACOMBS. For their fourth edition, they will be joined by mind-bending live acts and an all-star line-up of Australasia’s best DJs including Alice Agnes, C.FRIM, CS + Kreme (live), Grecco Romank (live), Keepsakes, Kraus (live) Lauren Hansom, NativeBush, Nice Girl, Silicon (live) and Sleep D (live). Descend into the palatial Wintergarden once more, to feast on the best that left-field club music has to offer.
Connan Mockasin returns to the stage for a very special show – ‘Connan Mockasin Unplugged, Bost’n ‘n Dobs’n Plugged’ that includes a screening of his never before seen, critically unclaimed, made for daytime TV show ‘Bost’n ‘n Dobs’n’. Since the release of his debut album “Forever Dolphin Love”, Te Awanga’s own kink of rock ’n’ roll has established himself as one of the most influential musicians of his generation. Catch Connan at the Hollywood Theatre for this unique one-off event.
Elemental AKL festival is back this July with a captivating programme of more than 30 free and ticketed events, celebrating the culture, cuisine and creativity of Auckland. From 14th July to 1st August, Elemental AKL events will transform eateries and bars, theatres and public spaces across Auckland into hubs of exciting experiences.
From high-end ticketed experiences to free events, the line-up features enlightening, surprising, thought-provoking, nourishing and unique experiences to feast your eyes, feed your mind and fill your heart. Elemental AKL is delivered by Auckland Unlimited, Auckland’s economic and cultural agency.
Auckland Unlimited’s Head of Major and Business Events Richard Clarke says it is fantastic to partner with Live Nation to deliver the Elemental Nights concert series as part of Elemental AKL.
“Elemental AKL is about drawing together a range of exciting events that encourage people to visit and get out and about in Auckland during the quieter winter months, and Live Nation has certainly delivered on that with this year’s line-up.”
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