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The Feelers are preparing to hit the road this summer with a brand-new live show.

The Feelers are hitting the road and coming your way with an array of New Zealand shows just in time for Kiwi summer - and it’s As Good As It Gets.

Formed in Christchurch in 1993, The Feelers catapulted to fame a few years later after their first album, Supersystem , nabbed the number-one spot in New Zealand in 1998.

With 30 years under their belt, as well as five Aotearoa NZ Music Awards and three Apra Most Played Song of the Year awards, they’ve become an iconic New Zealand playlist-topper and favourites among many a Kiwi rock enthusiast.

Now, the boys are coming back for a summer of Larger than Life shows.

Hot on the heels of the band’s latest album, Reimagined - Greatest Hits , the boys are touring over the summer season with a brand-new live concert, heaps of New Zealand locations and their good friends Capital Theatre in tow.

The Feelers will be traversing all around Aotearoa, from scenic summer spots such as Paihia to South Island gems like Invercargill - and all the places in between.

Kicking off the tour in Napier on December 30 and wrapping up in Hamilton on February 2, the band is bringing their epic setlist of classic hits to eager ears across New Zealand - with a few surprises to keep fans on their toes.

The cross-country jaunt will see James Reid on vocals and guitar, Hamish Gee on drums, Andy Lynch on guitar and Clint Harris on bass, and, of course, will include that distinctive sound we’ve come to know, love and rock to. New to the band line-up is keyboardist Andy ‘Keys’ Cochrane, who brings with him an exploration of some newly arranged songs in support of the latest album.

Absolutely psyched to be back on the road come summer, Gee enthuses: “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, of course! I’m also looking forward to connecting to the fans during our VIP sessions.”

For the first time ever, The Feelers are releasing VIP tickets which will enable die-hard fans to get even closer to the band, as well as general access tickets for all their Kiwi followers to get down, have a boogie and share in that Beautiful Feeling this summer.

Tickets for all shows go on sale at 7am on Thursday, August 10 .

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The Feelers - Reimagined - Greatest Hits NZ Tour

Fri 5 January 2024 - Fri 5 January 2024

Following on from the release of the band’s REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS album, The Feelers are preparing to hit the road this summer with a brand-new live show and good friends Capital Theatre in tow. The tour will traverse New Zealand, taking in all the best scenic summer spots from Paihia to Invercargill and everywhere in between. Kicking off on 30th December in Napier and finishing on 2nd February in Hamilton, The Feelers extensive jaunt across the country to mark the release of REIMAGINED - GREATEST HITS will see the band treat their legion of fans to a live set exploding with all of their epic classic hits. ‍ For this tour, James Reid (vocals and guitar), Hamish Gee (drums), Andy Lynch (guitar) and Clint Harris (bass), renowned far and wide for their distinctive rock sound and exhilarating live shows, also welcome the addition of keyboardist Andy ‘Keys’ Cochrane, which will allow an exploration of some newly arranged REIMAGINED songs in support of the latest album.

Don’t miss your chance to see them live and right here, in the beautiful Coromandel!

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Following on from the release of the band’s Reimagined – Greatest Hits  album, The Feelers are preparing to hit the road this summer with a brand-new live show and good friends Capital Theatre in tow.

The tour will traverse New Zealand, taking in all the best scenic summer spots from Paihia to Invercargill and everywhere in between. Kicking off on 30th December in Napier and finishing on 2nd February in Hamilton, The Feelers extensive jaunt across the country to mark the release of  Reimagined – Greatest Hits will see the band treat their legion of fans to a live set exploding with all their epic classic hits.

For this tour, James Reid (vocals and guitar), Hamish Gee (drums), Andy Lynch (guitar) and Clint Harris (bass), renowned far and wide for their distinctive rock sound and exhilarating live shows, also welcome the addition of keyboardist Andy ‘Keys’ Cochrane, which will allow an exploration of some newly arranged  Reimagined songs in support of the latest album.

Gee enthuses: “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 of course! I’m also looking forward to connecting to the fans during our VIP sessions.”

For the first time ever The Feelers make available a VIP ticket which will enable fans to get even closer to the band. The VIP tickets will include an exclusive 3 song performance of songs NOT played during the main set, a chance to get a selfie with the band, early doors 1 hour earlier than GA and first chance at the merch table.

TICKETS FOR ALL SHOWS GO ON SALE: THURSDAY 10 AUGUST AT 7AM

For more information, go to: thefeelers.co.nz

As is to be expected with a Feelers tour, fans can anticipate a show that features a strong, exciting set list bursting with the classic rock versions of the massive hits that they know and love, as well as some special musical incorporations which will deliver a truly unique show destined for the memory banks!

In the 25 years since the release of their seminal debut album Supersystem  in 1998, The Feelers have undeniably established themselves as one of New Zealand’s most beloved and revered bands, becoming a household name while creating a rich musical legacy that has captivated generations.

With the band’s first quarter-century punctuated with an abundance of career-defining highlights, don’t miss your chance to catch them performing their enviable back-catalogue of radio hits live this summer!

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The Feelers announce Reimagined - Greatest Hits - New Zealand Summer Tour, 17 dates nationwide with Capital Theatre + special guests.

Following on from the release of the band’s REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS album, The Feelers are hitting the road this summer with a brand-new live show and with good friends Capital Theatre in tow.

The Feelers extensive jaunt across the country will see the band treat their legion of fans to a live set exploding with all of their epic classic hits. For this tour, James Reid (vocals and guitar), Hamish Gee (drums), Andy Lynch (guitar) and Clint Harris (bass), renowned far and wide for their distinctive rock sound and exhilarating live shows, also welcome the addition of keyboardist Andy ‘Keys’ Cochrane, which will allow an exploration of some newly arranged REIMAGINED songs in support of the latest album. Gee enthuses: “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 of course! I’m also looking forward to connecting to the fans during our VIP sessions.” For the first time ever The Feelers make available a VIP ticket which will enable fans to get even closer to the band. The VIP tickets will include; - Exclusive performance songs not performed in the main set - Meet n Greet The Feelers - Get a selfie with the band - 1 hour earlier access than GA - First chance at merch Capital Theatre will deliver a high energy set including songs heard throughout the airwaves, such as Underworld - Force To Fight - People - Delicately Poised and Fait Accompli.

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The Feelers Announce Reimagined - Greatest Hits - New Zealand Summer Tour

17 dates nationwide with Capital Theatre + special guests Following on from the release of the band’s REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS album, The Feelers are hitting the road this summer with a brand-new live show and with good friends Capital Theatre in tow. The Feelers extensive jaunt across the country to mark the release of REIMAGINED - GREATEST HITS will see the band treat their legion of fans to a live set exploding with all of their epic classic hits. For this tour, James Reid (vocals and guitar), Hamish Gee (drums), Andy Lynch (guitar) and Clint Harris (bass), renowned far and wide for their distinctive rock sound and exhilarating live shows, also welcome the addition of keyboardist Andy ‘Keys’ Cochrane, which will allow an exploration of some newly arranged REIMAGINED songs in support of the latest album. Gee enthuses: “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 of course! I’m also looking forward to connecting to the fans during our VIP sessions.” For the first time ever The Feelers make available a VIP ticket which will enable fans to get even closer to the band. The VIP tickets will include; - Exclusive performance songs not performed in the main set - Meet n Greet The Feelers - Get a selfie with the band - 1 hour earlier access than GA - First chance at merch

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Following on from the release of the band’s REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS album, The Feelers are hitting the road this summer with a brand-new live show and with good friends Capital Theatre in tow.

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Following on from the release of the band’s REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS album, The Feelers are hitting the road this summer with a brand-new live show and with good friends Capital Theatre in tow. The Feelers extensive jaunt across the country to mark the release of REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS will see the band treat their legion of fans to a live set exploding with all of their epic classic hits.

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The Feelers Announce Reimagined - Greatest Hits - New Zealand Summer Tour 17 dates nationwide with Capital Theatre + special guests Following on from the release of the band’s REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS album, The Feelers are hitting the road this summer with a brand-new live show and with good friends Capital Theatre in tow. The Feelers extensive jaunt across the country to mark the release of REIMAGINED - GREATEST HITS will see the band treat their legion of fans to a live set exploding with all of their epic classic hits. For this tour, James Reid (vocals and guitar), Hamish Gee (drums), Andy Lynch (guitar) and Clint Harris (bass), renowned far and wide for their distinctive rock sound and exhilarating live shows, also welcome the addition of keyboardist Andy ‘Keys’ Cochrane, which will allow an exploration of some newly arranged REIMAGINED songs in support of the latest album. Gee enthuses: “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 of course! I’m also looking forward to connecting to the fans during our VIP sessions.” For the first time ever The Feelers make available a VIP ticket which will enable fans to get even closer to the band. The VIP tickets will include; - Exclusive performance songs not performed in the main set - Meet n Greet The Feelers - Get a selfie with the band - 1 hour earlier access than GA - First chance at merch Capital Theatre will deliver a high energy set including songs heard throughout the airwaves, such as Underworld - Force To Fight - People - Delicately Poised and Fait Accompli.

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These days, summer in New York means fun in the sun — and blood in the water.

There were 13 reports of shark bites recorded on Long Island in just the past two years, a disturbing trend experts say is here to stay even with New Yorker’s 1 in 4 million chance of getting nibbled on by a sea predator.

“It’s a new norm that people are familiar with now — shark interaction occurring on the beaches here on Long Island specifically,” Frank Quevedo, an environmental scientist and executive director of the South Fork Natural History Museum, told The Post.

So far this summer, no shark encounters have been reported — though Quevedo warned: “There will be.”

Here’s a look at what to know before diving into the shark’s den:

Rise in bites

Last July, five swimmers were bitten in the waters off South Shore beaches within a single week, a worrisome pace that was on par to shatter the record eight attacks set the year prior.

The gory streak marked a significant uptick in shark encounters in New York waters, which totaled just 24 reported unprovoked attacks since 1937 , according to International Shark Attack File data.

Nearly one-quarter of those incidents occurred in the past 15 years.

In every instance, however, the purported victims walked away with their ghastly injuries — including a 65-year-old grandmother who lost 20 pounds of flesh when she was chomped at Rockaway Beach last summer — which experts say should serve as proof that the apex predators were not looking to make a meal of the people they sunk their teeth into.

That’s why experts like Quevedo, who runs SOFO’s shark education program, purposefully refrain from calling the baker’s dozens of Long Island shark bites in 2022 and 2023 “attacks,” instead calling them encounters.

The term “attacks” is reserved for instances when the apex predators set their sights on man as a food source, which is extremely rare, but not unheard of.

What’s causing the rise in encounters?

There are a plethora of factors that have contributed to the rise in shark-related incidents over the last few years, but the most significant is the boom in Atlantic menhaden populations, Quevedo said. More commonly known as bunker fish, the herring is a favorite snack among sharks, whales, dolphins and other marine predators.

Bunker fish have flourished since New York lawmakers in 2019 outlawed capturing the fish using a drawstring-bag-like fishing net , a move the state made to restore the species after significant overfishing nearly destroyed the population in 2011.

Sharks chase the fish into shallow waters to trap their prey, which notoriously swims in giant crowds called “bait balls,” which is when accidental encounters with humans become a bigger risk.

According to Hans Walters, the Curator of Animals at the Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium, most Long Island shark victims swam into the “crossfire” of a man versus bunker fish chow down.

“I’ve watched these animals feed, and I think they’re direct — they know what they want. They swim into a school of menhaden with their mouths open, thrash their head back and forth, somebody swims past and gets tagged and, you know, the shark misses a meal, loses a few teeth, the person goes to the hospital. So nobody wins, everybody loses. And it’s a tragedy,” Walters, who closely works at the aquarium’s “Ocean Wonders: Sharks!” exhibit.

“It’s not like every time you go into the water, there’s something waiting to take a chunk out of you.”

A common misconception, he continued, is that sharks mistake human limbs for fish.

Warmer temperatures also are driving sharks closer to shore, which could explain why the rash of shark attacks last year occurred during a metro heat wave.

That rise in temperatures also means more humans are getting the water, which in itself increases the chance of encountering a big fish that is already swimming through the waves.

“Anyone who has gone into the ocean has swum with sharks. They just may not know it, but they have,” Walters said.

“He’s there. That’s where he lives.”

Types of sharks

The types of sharks that frequent New York waters are typically nonaggressive species that are only hunting after smaller fish. Atlantic Menhaden, for example, grows to be roughly 15 inches in length.

While white sharks, hammerheads and thresher sharks are more commonly known, smooth dogfish sharks are the most popular sharks in the New York/New Jersey Bight Apex — the waters from Fire Island to the Manasquan Inlet in New Jersey. That alone could do wonders to quell concerned swimmer’s fears: the five-foot-long fish has blunt teeth that can’t break the skin.

There’s also a nursery of baby whites and sand tiger sharks in the Great South Bay, though a nip from a pup would not likely cause any significant damage — and one might not even register it as a shark bite.

The big and bad sharks are off chasing seals in colder waters by the time New York summer rolls around, meaning Cape Cod vacationers have much more to worry about than those romping in Rockaway.

How to avoid becoming shark bait

While it sounds easier said than done, shark experts maintain that the best way to avoid falling victim to a shark attack is by being aware of one’s surroundings.

Because most shark encounters occur as collateral damage from a feeding frenzy, both Quevedo and Walters suggest getting out of the water upon noticing a sudden increase in marine life or dark shadows moving on the floor.

“If you’re sitting at the beach, and you look out and you can see the ocean being disturbed — and I’m not talking about wind blowing and causing a little bit of chop, I’m not talking about ripples on the shore. It’s fish right at the surface,” said Walters.

Those fish are being hunted from below, he continued, whether it be from a whale, dolphin or shark. Oftentimes, waterfowl will get in on the action by diving below and trying to swipe a cornered fish.

Lifeguards across the South Shore have also recently utilized drone technology to track shark movements , which is an added bonus for swimmers looking for an extra layer of protection.

Most importantly, shark experts urge bathers to properly educate themselves on the beauty of the ocean and how sharks are a major contributor. That means avoiding the sensationalism that “Shark Week” brings.

“That’s why everybody’s freaked,” Walters said, “That’s the first problem.”

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The songstress was in a sparkly blue minidress and matching boots, while the athlete sported a white graphic hoodie with matching shorts, sneakers and a baseball cap.

Kelce has been back and forth from the US to Europe as Swift continues the international leg of her record-breaking tour.

On Sunday, he rushed off a plane to her third show at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland, after attending his teammate Clyde Edwards-Helaire’s wedding in California one night prior.

Fans caught the moment Swift’s eyes lit up when she saw her beau in the crowd , as many assumed he had “surprised” her.

Kelce also spent time with the pop star in London when she performed back-to-back shows at Wembley Stadium from June 21-23.

For one of the concerts, the tight end even joined the singer on stage for her “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” transition skit.

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The skit saw Kelce, who wore a suit and top hat, pick Swift up from the ground after she pretended to faint as he and two other backup dancers helped her prepare for her next track.

On Wednesday’s episode of his “New Heights” podcast, the NFL star gushed over the surprise performance , admitting that he was nervous.

“I was up there with three professionals. You can do no wrong with Taylor on stage. [I kept telling myself], ‘Do not drop the baby. Hold onto the baby,'” he said.

Kelce explained it was originally his idea for Swift to bring him up on stage, though he first proposed a grand entrance of him on a bike during the “1989” era.

“She found the perfect part of the show to put me in,” he added. “It was, like, the safest option.”

The podcaster — who has been dating Swift for nearly a year — also teased that he could very well be  joining her for another onstage  cameo in the near future.

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Def Leppard pumped for summer tour with Journey: 'Why would you want to retire?'

Def Leppard has been shredding stages for more than 40 years, but the band’s hunger to electrify fans keeps escalating.

The quintet of Joe Elliott (vocals), Rick Allen (drums), Phil Collen (guitar), Vivian Campbell (guitar) and Rick Savage (bass) is readying its third consecutive summer stadium tour for a July 6 liftoff in St. Louis.

A reliable group of rock rousers, Def Leppard always brings a set list stocked with their crunchy melodic anthems spanning 12 studio albums – “Photograph,” “Let’s Get Rocked,” “Foolin’” and “Armageddon It” a mere sampling – as well as recent fare.

The giddy rocker “Kick,” from their 2022 album “Diamond Star Halos,” has nestled into the live show, and this round of dates will also offer “Just Like 73,” their recently released stomper dusted with shades of Gary Glitter and Slade.

Collen knows that Def Leppard’s set list, as well as its production and staging, needs to continually advance for the veteran band to maintain its relevancy and points to two of music’s stratospheric stars as motivation.

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“When you see Taylor Swift or Beyoncé in concert, it’s bringing it to another level,” Collen says. “For us, it’s always been about someone raising the bar and us pushing past it.”

The cheerful, oft-shirtless guitarist chatted a few weeks out from the band’s 23-date co-headlining tour with Journey about staying healthy on tour and his pre-show rituals.

The Steve Miller Band and Cheap Trick join the bill on varying dates ; Heart was tapped for three shows, but after Ann Wilson’s cancer diagnosis , Cheap Trick will open July 30 and Aug. 2 and Steve Miller Band Aug. 5.

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Question: You’ve toured with Journey before as well as Motley Crue and KISS, and keep filling stadiums summer after summer. Why do you think people are still coming?

Answer: We really put everything into it. Paul Stanley (of KISS) and I gave each other classic Ibanez guitars and had them in the same room and played each other’s. His is covered in blood. He would get cut (playing) all the time and it’s still there. You put everything into a performance. You sweat and bleed. It’s not going through the motions. I’m 66 and I still go, "Is this the year I’m not going to be able to stand up?" But as long as you put the energy into it … it’s one reason I do martial arts and weight training.

How do you and the guys come up with ways to freshen the production? Do you look to other classic tours or artists for inspiration?

I’m so inspired by Mick Jagger . He’s 80 and dancing around. He’s sharp as a razor blade as well. Talking about Taylor Swift, she works so hard. Regardless of whatever anyone thinks about her, do a day in those shoes and tell me how you feel.

Has it become more challenging to find other bands to go out with you as the other headliner?

It has. Rock is aging out , dying out. Look at all the people we’ve lost the past 10 years. There is no one new replacing them. The last person with that amazing rock-star image was probably Billy Idol in the ‘80s. I’m still waiting for someone with some integrity doing their own thing and doing stuff that we all like.

You’ve been out with Journey before, but have you had any musical interactions with Steve Miller before this tour?

We haven’t toured with Steve and I haven’t met him. I saw him at the Hammersmith Odeon (in London, now the Eventim Apollo) in 1980. And Journey, despite whatever they get up to internally , we get on famously.

Do you ever get tired of being on the road?

It’s a no-brainer to be out there. You’ve written the songs – the hard part – because as inspiring as it is writing songs and recording and finding the pieces of the jigsaw puzzle, once it all comes together, the easy part is going on tour.

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At this point, you’re probably more comfortable touring than not.

We’re like spoiled children. You’ve also got the arrested development part where you are like children in your 60s. And we all know each other’s strengths and weaknesses and how to get someone to react. Joe the other day , he brought me to tears with laughter. I can’t even imagine being in a band not like that. It’s all really fun and love and everything. Why would you want to retire?

Fitness has obviously always been a huge part of your life. Has age played a factor in how your workouts may have changed over the years?

Yeah, you just have to be careful with your body. You don’t have to prove anything to the guy next to you in the gym. I research everything and we have an amazing trainer who tours with us.

What is your pre-show ritual?

The warm-ups, the vocal exercises, that’s a given. That starts pretty much two or three hours before the show. Joe is warmed up about eight hours before a show. I’ll do a few push-ups – they're always good to get the blood flowing.

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Governor Cooper Joins US Department of Transportation Secretary Buttigieg in Winston-Salem, Greensboro and Durham to Tour Construction Projects and Transportation Investments

Today, Governor Roy Cooper joined US Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg for multiple stops during the first state trip of the Secretary’s national summer construction tour. The Governor and Secretary Buttigieg attended the groundbreaking of the Salem Parkway Multi-Use Trail in Winston-Salem, visited North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Transportation Institute in Greensboro and joined a walking tour in Durham on Holloway Street of projects funded by the federal RAISE grant.

The Governor and Secretary Buttigieg were joined by Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines, Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams and other officials as they highlighted infrastructure projects and federal investments across the state.

“Infrastructure initiatives are underway across North Carolina thanks to collaboration among local, state and federal partners,” said Governor Cooper. “These projects make our roads, highways, parks and cities safer and improve the lives of people in every corner of our state.”

The Salem Parkway Multi-Use Trail is a 1.3 mile urban trail that will link Truist Stadium, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist hospital and downtown businesses to the Winston-Salem Strollway, downtown commercial districts and a number of residential neighborhoods. Today’s groundbreaking marks the start of Phase 1 of the $2.9 project, which is funded by Federal Transportation Alternatives and Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program funds.

The North Carolina A&T Transportation Institute is a research, training, and technology transfer unit housed in the Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics. During the visit, Governor Cooper and Secretary Buttigieg spoke with student about their research projects, toured the rural test track and watched a drone demonstration. NCDOT is partnering with NCA&T to conduct research on autonomous vehicles to prepare for the future of transportation.

The City of Durham was awarded $12 million through the federal RAISE grant to increase safety along Holloway Street. The initiative will help improve intersections, close sidewalk gaps and upgrade bus stops and more.

The Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is making an historic investment of over $415 billion to improve the nation’s roads, bridges, rail, public transit and its ports and airports. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is bringing $9.3 billion in funding for over 439 projects to North Carolina.

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