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Vera, what has become of you?
Hebe Kearney writes to Vera Lynn, of the bricks of the Blitz, of Christchurch and of Gaza in this addition to ‘the bad apple mixtape’.
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You came to see a rock show (a big gigantic cock show)
Alex Cherian channels Peaches in shockwaves through the dancefloor for ‘the bad apple mixtape’.
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Boléro
For ‘the bad apple mixtape’ Laura Vincent goes mad after ‘Boléro’.
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THESE DAYS
Local music drives Devon Webb’s contribution to ‘the bad apple mixtape’, taking its name and inspiration after a BADTAB song.
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Dear guy that stood in front of me at the gig on Friday
Violet Patterson has their view obscured by someone way too tall to be so close to the stage in this poem for ‘the bad apple mixtape’.
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Sprinkles on Top with Jason Parker
Samantha Cheong gets demolished in a game of pool throughout this interview with local queer popstar Jason Parker. The two talk local scene, fairy bread, Osaka, the future and more.
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Exploring the Alien World of VIDA
Crash-landing in Aotearoa to spread ’70s-DIY-sci-fi magic infused with spiritual and sensually erotic themes, VIDA chats with interviewer Jean Victor about her debut single, alter egos, icons and DIY creation.
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‘Trust Issues’ Audiovisual Album — A Response
Samantha Cheong headed along to Bridgeway Cinema to experience adv’s audiovisual debut album ‘Trust Issues’. She reports back for bad apple with her thoughts.
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REDUNDANT with Jess Karamjeet
Ahead of her return season of ‘REDUNDANT’ as part of the Auckland Pride Festival 2024, Jess Karamjeet chats with Devon Webb about the arts, evolution in artistry and what the future holds.
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Killer Rack by Sylvan Spring
Jo Bragg sits down with bad apple contributor Sylvan Spring’s debut poetry collection ‘Killer Rack’ and lets us know whether this is one to read on repeat.
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GROUPIE LOVE
Devon Webb reflects on her experience with groupie culture in Pōneke, the sexism ingrained within the music scene and the essential artistry of being a fan.