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Scoop
2 days ago
- Entertainment
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In The Shallows – NZ Winter Tour 2025!
Press Release – Cheree Ridder Led by the ethereal voice of Welsh songwriter Danni Davis, In The Shallows has journeyed from an intimate folk duo to a festival-ready indie-folk-pop outfit, racking up over 90 shows nationwide in just a few years; steadily capturing hearts with their emotive songwriting and lush, harmony-drenched performances. Following a spellbinding hometown show at St Peter's Hall, Paekākāriki, filmed for a special upcoming concert release for (JuiceTV) the band is now poised to take their evolved, pop-infused indie-folk sound on the road this winter. Check out 'Not The One' HERE … What a performance! This new tour sees Danni joined by long-time live bassist Shane Hamill and fresh talent Ben Brunskill (Guitar/Vocals), Arna Wnek (Keys/Vocals), and Sam Holdom (Drums), with special guests Michelle Velvin (Harp), Janet Holborrow (Cello) and Shona Juanas (Violin) joining in for the Auckland and Wellington shows. With a brand new lineup, a forthcoming album (due summer 25/26) produced by Steve Rokosh (Emmylou Harris, Sass Jordan), and a string of critically acclaimed studio releases to their name, In The Shallows has built a reputation for live performances that captivate both critics and audiences. Named among the 'Top 10 Live Shows of 2021' ( the band delivers a dynamic, emotionally-charged set. .We know times are tough for many right now, so we've teamed up with as many venues as possible to offer a rare chance to see the full band line up for free at selected shows across the North Island… because music should be for everyone!! Just 2 weeks before they hit the road, they will also be releasing their next Deluxe single 'Remember Me' on May 30th. A deeply personal, raw and emotionally-charged reflection on love, betrayal, and the struggle of trying to hold on when everything is slipping away. The edgy pop version and stripped-back acoustic take deliver two sides of the same story, exploring the complexities of a relationship built on half truths and unspoken pain. In The Shallows – Winter 2025 Tour Dates 13.06 RSC, RAUMATI – FREE SHOW 14.06 SPACE STUDIO, WHANGANUI 27.06 FIREBIRD, LEVIN – FREE SHOW 28.06 COMMON ROOM, HASTINGS 05.07 MEOW, WELLINGTON **With Strings & Harp 11.07 KINGS, OHAKUNE – FREE SHOW 12.07 MOST FM, NEW PLYMOUTH 25.07 ROSEMARYS BAR, TAUPO – FREE SHOW 26.07 THE TUNING FORK, AUCKLAND **With Strings & Harp 07.08 HOKOWHITU BOWLING CLUB, P.N 08.08 PAISLEY STAGE, NAPIER More about In The Shallows… Danni has been incredibly privileged to have worked and recorded alongside some of Aotearoa's finest musicians, including; Lance Shepherd (Martina Topley Bird ex Tricky, UK), Andrew Bain (Fur Patrol, NZ), Nick Brown (Eb & Sparrow, Vorn, NZ), Michael Barker (John Butler Trio, AU, Tim Finn, NZ, Split Enz, NZ), Ben Brunskill (The BOSS, NZ/AU) TK Paradza (Rhombus, NZ), Bonnie Schwarz (Good Habits, UK), Davey Dubman (Taos Sound, NZ) and Jeremiah Ross, (Module, NZ). Michelle Velvin (Wellington Orchestra, NZSO NZ), Janet & Shona Holborrow (Crimson Club, NZ). Andrew Downes (Fur Patrol, Don McGlashan, Shihad, Louis Baker). On the bands debut album release tour, they made it onto the 'Top 10 Live shows of 2021' list by Kev Rowland of and the singles that followed received glowing 5* reviews. 'Let's Not Start a War' received a 10/10 review from UK's House of Prog, 'There You Are' released Dec 21 premiered on 'The Hits' with Estelle, received a 5* review from and was placed in their 'Top 10 Singles of 2021'. Both tracks have been reviewed enthusiastically by many media outlets around the world, including HappyMag AU, BuzzMusic LA and many other international blogs. More recently, In The Shallows signed with Grant Hislop's new music company 'Mood', an off-shoot of JuiceTV, NZ's & Australia's only music television channel (Hislop founded The Rock, co-founded Radioworks (now MediaWorks) and was previously head of labels and A&R at Warner Music, label managing Anika Moa, Fur Patrol, Shihad and Weta. He also worked with Goodshirt, Pluto, Opshop, Goldenhorse, Tadpole and Jordan Luck as manager and booking agent. The band have been working again with Canadian producer Steve Rokosh on their upcoming album (clients include Emmylou Harris, Sass Jordan, Ruben Young, Jocelyn Alice, ABC Family, Electronic Arts and Universal Music.)
Scoop
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scoop
In The Shallows - NZ Winter Tour 2025!
Led by the ethereal voice of Welsh songwriter Danni Davis, In The Shallows has journeyed from an intimate folk duo to a festival-ready indie-folk-pop outfit, racking up over 90 shows nationwide in just a few years; steadily capturing hearts with their emotive songwriting and lush, harmony-drenched performances. Following a spellbinding hometown show at St Peter's Hall, Paekākāriki, filmed for a special upcoming concert release for (JuiceTV) the band is now poised to take their evolved, pop-infused indie-folk sound on the road this winter. Check out 'Not The One' HERE ... What a performance! This new tour sees Danni joined by long-time live bassist Shane Hamill and fresh talent Ben Brunskill (Guitar/Vocals), Arna Wnek (Keys/Vocals), and Sam Holdom (Drums), with special guests Michelle Velvin (Harp), Janet Holborrow (Cello) and Shona Juanas (Violin) joining in for the Auckland and Wellington shows. With a brand new lineup, a forthcoming album (due summer 25/26) produced by Steve Rokosh (Emmylou Harris, Sass Jordan), and a string of critically acclaimed studio releases to their name, In The Shallows has built a reputation for live performances that captivate both critics and audiences. Named among the 'Top 10 Live Shows of 2021' ( the band delivers a dynamic, emotionally-charged set. .We know times are tough for many right now, so we've teamed up with as many venues as possible to offer a rare chance to see the full band line up for free at selected shows across the North Island… because music should be for everyone!! Just 2 weeks before they hit the road, they will also be releasing their next Deluxe single 'Remember Me' on May 30th. A deeply personal, raw and emotionally-charged reflection on love, betrayal, and the struggle of trying to hold on when everything is slipping away. The edgy pop version and stripped-back acoustic take deliver two sides of the same story, exploring the complexities of a relationship built on half truths and unspoken pain. In The Shallows - Winter 2025 Tour Dates 13.06 RSC, RAUMATI - FREE SHOW 14.06 SPACE STUDIO, WHANGANUI 27.06 FIREBIRD, LEVIN - FREE SHOW 28.06 COMMON ROOM, HASTINGS 05.07 MEOW, WELLINGTON **With Strings & Harp 11.07 KINGS, OHAKUNE - FREE SHOW 12.07 MOST FM, NEW PLYMOUTH 25.07 ROSEMARYS BAR, TAUPO - FREE SHOW 26.07 THE TUNING FORK, AUCKLAND **With Strings & Harp 07.08 HOKOWHITU BOWLING CLUB, P.N 08.08 PAISLEY STAGE, NAPIER More about In The Shallows… Danni has been incredibly privileged to have worked and recorded alongside some of Aotearoa's finest musicians, including; Lance Shepherd (Martina Topley Bird ex Tricky, UK), Andrew Bain (Fur Patrol, NZ), Nick Brown (Eb & Sparrow, Vorn, NZ), Michael Barker (John Butler Trio, AU, Tim Finn, NZ, Split Enz, NZ), Ben Brunskill (The BOSS, NZ/AU) TK Paradza (Rhombus, NZ), Bonnie Schwarz (Good Habits, UK), Davey Dubman (Taos Sound, NZ) and Jeremiah Ross, (Module, NZ). Michelle Velvin (Wellington Orchestra, NZSO NZ), Janet & Shona Holborrow (Crimson Club, NZ). Andrew Downes (Fur Patrol, Don McGlashan, Shihad, Louis Baker). On the bands debut album release tour, they made it onto the 'Top 10 Live shows of 2021' list by Kev Rowland of and the singles that followed received glowing 5* reviews. 'Let's Not Start a War' received a 10/10 review from UK's House of Prog , 'There You Are' released Dec 21 premiered on 'The Hits' with Estelle, received a 5* review from and was placed in their 'Top 10 Singles of 2021'. Both tracks have been reviewed enthusiastically by many media outlets around the world, including HappyMag AU, BuzzMusic LA and many other international blogs. More recently, In The Shallows signed with Grant Hislop's new music company 'Mood', an off-shoot of JuiceTV, NZ's & Australia's only music television channel (Hislop founded The Rock, co-founded Radioworks (now MediaWorks) and was previously head of labels and A&R at Warner Music, label managing Anika Moa, Fur Patrol, Shihad and Weta. He also worked with Goodshirt, Pluto, Opshop, Goldenhorse, Tadpole and Jordan Luck as manager and booking agent. The band have been working again with Canadian producer Steve Rokosh on their upcoming album (clients include Emmylou Harris, Sass Jordan, Ruben Young, Jocelyn Alice, ABC Family, Electronic Arts and Universal Music.)
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I'm a mum-of-5 but feed the whole family for just 68p per meal – we never scrimp on our snacks & still enjoy takeaways
Read on for tips to keep your food shop costs down SAVVY SHOPPER I'm a mum-of-5 but feed the whole family for just 68p per meal – we never scrimp on our snacks & still enjoy takeaways Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A SAVVY mum-of-five has revealed how she keeps her food costs down to just £100 a week without compromising on the food they love. Danni Calvey is able to feed her entire family of seven for just 68p per meal and has now shared her tips and tricks. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Danni pictured with Reece (3), Dannielle, Mia (10 months), Chloe (8) & Ethan (7) Credit: Jam Press/@danni_calvey 3 She revealed how she feeds her family of seven for just £100 a week Credit: Jam Press/@danni_calvey 3 They never scrimp on snacks or takeaways Credit: Jam Press/@danni_calvey Danni and her partner Stephen, 32, have five kids; Chloe, eight, Ethan, seven, Joshua, four, Reece, three, and 10-month-old Mia. With such a large brood, the 28-year-old – who recently went viral in a TikTok that has over 1.1m views – has been forced to find savvy ways to budget when it comes to the food shop. 'Financially, as a large family we just work within our means,' the mum told What's The Jam. 'We meal plan and budget for bills throughout the month. Food shopping averages somewhere around £100 a week," which equates to around 68p per meal. 'We do days out and takeaways when we can afford it," Danni added. 'I feel it's very important to make memories, regardless of the money you've got to spend. 'Yes we are a large family but our house is always busy, which I love – and the children are never lonely. 'Unexpected bills or buys can really throw a spanner in the works – but we just make do.' From meal planning to digging out yellow sticker deals, here's how Danni, from Lincolnshire, scores a cheap meal. I made a weeks worth of sandwiches for just 30p - my hack means I have my lunch sorted whenever I need it, people think it's revolting but it saves me money YELLOW STICKER BARGAINS The mum says to always grab yellow sticker items, even if you don't think you'll need them. She said: 'Buy those yellow sticker bargains. 'Even if you're not going to use it straight away, there's not much that can't go into the freezer for another day. 'Buy it, save it.' SHOP AROUND Don't be too loyal to your local supermarket – visit different shops to save on pennies. She said: 'I tend to shop at Asda, simply because of the convenience. '[But] I use Aldi for nappies and wipes. 'And will go to farm foods every two months to do a big restock of fizzy drinks.' How to save money on your food shop Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save hundreds of pounds a year: Odd boxes - plenty of retailers offer slightly misshapen fruit and veg or surplus food at a discounted price. Lidl sells five kilos of fruit and veg for just £1.50 through its Waste Not scheme while Aldi shoppers can get Too Good to Go bags which contain £10 worth of all kinds of products for £3.30. Sainsbury's also sells £2 "Taste Me, Don't Waste Me" fruit and veg boxes to help shoppers reduced food waste and save cash. Food waste apps - food waste apps work by helping shops, cafes, restaurants and other businesses shift stock that is due to go out of date and passing it on to members of the public. Some of the most notable ones include Too Good to Go and Olio. Too Good to Go's app is free to sign up to and is used by millions of people across the UK, letting users buy food at a discount. Olio works similarly, except users can collect both food and other household items for free from neighbours and businesses. Yellow sticker bargains - yellow sticker bargains, sometimes orange and red in certain supermarkets, are a great way of getting food on the cheap. But what time to head out to get the best deals varies depending on the retailer. You can see the best times for each supermarket here. Super cheap bargains - sign up to bargain hunter Facebook groups like Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK where shoppers regularly post hauls they've found on the cheap, including food finds. "Downshift" - you will almost always save money going for a supermarket's own-brand economy lines rather than premium brands. The move to lower-tier ranges, also known as "downshifting" and hailed by consumer expert Martin Lewis, could save you hundreds of pounds a year on your food shop. PRACTICE SELF-CONTROL Stop yourself from buying unnecessary items. She said: 'As soon as I have spare money, I want to treat the kids. 'So if I know I need to save the money, it is sheer willpower to not go and spend it on something the kids definitely don't need. 'Other than that, I use a savings account that I transfer odd amounts of money over to. 'Or put change into a money tin.' PLAN AHEAD She said: 'To keep costs low in a food shop I always use a shopping list. 'I meal plan breakfasts, lunches and dinners and work around that. 'I prioritise making sure we have big evening meals and all of the stuff for that. 'And it definitely works, it's very easy to go off track and spend more than you intend to without [one]. KEEP SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES CHEAP The mum even manages to stick to budgets during the summer holidays. She said: 'Keeping the children entertained during school breaks can be a challenge, especially with their ages being so different. 'I like to keep the cost as minimal as I can. 'Our 'go to' activities are the library, local churches and nature hunts. 'I buy £1 brown party bags and write five items on each bag – then we go hunt for them in the park. 'We also go to Asda who have the 'Feed Kids for £1' [offer] so the children feel like they've been out for dinner – but it's only cost me £5. 'Feeding the ducks and going for walks are also things we do every holidays. 'When the budget allows we like to go on days out, to the farm and the seaside. 'I feel it's very important to make memories, regardless of the money you've got to spend. 'Yes we are a large family but our house is always busy, which I love – and the children are never lonely. 'Unexpected bills or buys can really throw a spanner in the works. 'But we just make do. 'We make changes and we adapt.'
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I'm a mum-of-5 but feed the whole family for just 68p per meal – we never scrimp on our snacks & still enjoy takeaways
A SAVVY mum-of-five has revealed how she keeps her food costs down to just £100 a week without compromising on the food they love. Danni Calvey is able to feed her entire family of seven for just 68p per meal and has now shared her tips and tricks. 3 Danni pictured with Reece (3), Dannielle, Mia (10 months), Chloe (8) & Ethan (7) Credit: Jam Press/@danni_calvey 3 She revealed how she feeds her family of seven for just £100 a week Credit: Jam Press/@danni_calvey 3 They never scrimp on snacks or takeaways Credit: Jam Press/@danni_calvey Danni and her partner Stephen, 32, have five kids; Chloe , eight, Ethan, seven, Joshua, four, Reece, three, and 10-month-old Mia. With such a 'Financially, as a large family we just work within our means,' the mum told What's The Jam. 'We meal plan and budget for bills throughout the month. Food shopping averages somewhere around £100 a week," which equates to around 68p per meal. READ MORE ON FOOD 'We do days out and 'I feel it's very important to make memories, regardless of the money you've got to spend. 'Yes we are a large family but our house is always busy, which I love – and the children are never lonely. 'Unexpected bills or buys can really throw a spanner in the works – but we just make do.' Most read in Fabulous From meal planning to digging out yellow sticker deals, here's how Danni, from Lincolnshire, scores a cheap meal. I made a weeks worth of sandwiches for just 30p - my hack means I have my lunch sorted whenever I need it, people think it's revolting but it saves me money YELLOW STICKER BARGAINS The mum says to always grab She said: 'Buy those yellow sticker bargains. 'Even if you're not going to use it straight away, there's not much that can't go into the freezer for another day. 'Buy it, save it.' SHOP AROUND Don't be too loyal to your local supermarket – visit different shops to save on pennies. She said: 'I tend to shop at Asda, simply because of the convenience. '[But] I use Aldi for nappies and wipes. 'And will go to farm foods every two months to do a big restock of fizzy drinks.' How to save money on your food shop Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save hundreds of pounds a year: Odd boxes - plenty of retailers offer slightly misshapen fruit and veg or surplus food at a discounted price. Lidl sells five kilos of fruit and veg for just £1.50 through its Waste Not scheme while Aldi shoppers can get Too Good to Go bags which contain £10 worth of all kinds of products for £3.30. Sainsbury's also sells £2 "Taste Me, Don't Waste Me" fruit and veg boxes to help shoppers reduced food waste and save cash. Food waste apps - food waste apps work by helping shops, cafes, restaurants and other businesses shift stock that is due to go out of date and passing it on to members of the public. Some of the most notable ones include Too Good to Go and Olio. Too Good to Go's app is free to sign up to and is used by millions of people across the UK, letting users buy food at a discount. Olio works similarly, except users can collect both food and other household items for free from neighbours and businesses. Yellow sticker bargains - yellow sticker bargains, sometimes orange and red in certain supermarkets, are a great way of getting food on the cheap. But what time to head out to get the best deals varies depending on the retailer. You can see the best times for each supermarket here. Super cheap bargains - sign up to bargain hunter Facebook groups like Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK where shoppers regularly post hauls they've found on the cheap, including food finds. "Downshift" - you will almost always save money going for a supermarket's own-brand economy lines rather than premium brands. The move to lower-tier ranges, also known as "downshifting" and hailed by consumer expert Martin Lewis, could save you hundreds of pounds a year on your food shop. PRACTICE SELF-CONTROL Stop yourself from buying unnecessary items. She said: 'As soon as I have spare money, I want to treat the kids. 'So if I know I need to save the money, it is sheer willpower to not go and spend it on something the kids definitely don't need. 'Other than that, I use a savings account that I transfer odd amounts of money over to. 'Or put change into a money tin.' PLAN AHEAD She said: 'To keep costs low in a food shop I always use a shopping list. 'I meal plan breakfasts, lunches and dinners and work around that. 'I prioritise making sure we have big evening meals and all of the stuff for that. 'And it definitely works, it's very easy to go off track and spend more than you intend to without [one]. KEEP SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES CHEAP The mum even manages to stick to budgets during the summer holidays . She said: 'Keeping the children entertained during school breaks can be a challenge, especially with their ages being so different. 'I like to keep the cost as minimal as I can. 'Our 'go to' activities are the library, local churches and nature hunts. 'I buy £1 brown party bags and write five items on each bag – then we go hunt for them in the park. 'We also go to Asda who have the 'Feed Kids for £1' [offer] so the children feel like they've been out for dinner – but it's only cost me £5. 'Feeding the ducks and going for walks are also things we do every holidays. 'When the budget allows we like to go on days out, to the farm and the seaside. 'I feel it's very important to make memories, regardless of the money you've got to spend. 'Yes we are a large family but our house is always busy, which I love – and the children are never lonely. 'Unexpected bills or buys can really throw a spanner in the works. 'But we just make do. 'We make changes and we adapt.'
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Danni Menzies opens up about catfish hell that haunts her social media & how they're cashing in on men looking for dates
TELLY and vodcast host Danni Menzies has opened up about a catfish nightmare that has plagued her social media accounts. The Advertisement 4 Danni has revealed how she has been caught in a catfishing incident Credit: DATE. DELETE. REPEAT 4 Danni and Alex host Fabulous' vodcast, Date. Delete. Repeat Credit: FABULOUS 4 Danni explained that someone had been impersonating her on Telegram Credit: Getty and listen on all podcast providers now . In the latest episode of Speaking to Alex, Danni explained someone had been impersonating her on Telegram, forcing her to report the account. 'I had loads of messages from different people. I had one the other day. In fact, when I put a question out about people being catfished,' she explained. Advertisement READ MORE ON DANNI MENZIES 'And somebody said [to me] 'yes, by you.' 'So someone had been pretending to be me, and I don't know how they are monetising it, but they are, and it's not the first time. 'In the last six months, I've probably had about 30 or 40 messages, and I have to go onto Instagram and Facebook [and take a look]. 'I probably do it once every few weeks, but there will be about eight new profiles pretending to be me. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous 'And I get guys sliding into my DMs being like, 'why are you ignoring me all of a sudden?' and I'm like, 'what?' 'And someone is literally using my profile and using pictures of me, pretending to be me, and full-on having conversations with people. "I don't really know what they are talking about.' Meaty hands are a good sign Alex responded: 'It's really sad that people who also find you attractive, you are their dream girl, think that you are actually giving them the time of day. Advertisement 'And you're not. I just think that is really sad. And it's horrible that someone is making money off that.' Danni went on to explain how people can tell whether they are really speaking to her or not. She said: 'It's sad, it's horrible that someone is making money off that, but also, if anyone is listening, I only message my friends. It is sad, but come on, it is a bit painful for them. But it's also a bit embarrassing for me Danni Menzies 'It's just like, really? Because you know, in the nicest possible way, the guys are always in the probably 50 to 70 age bracket, probably just definitely not what I would go for, to put it that way. Advertisement 'Come on, do you really think I am sitting at home on my computer all day hitting you up babe, no. 'It is sad, but come on, it is a bit painful for them. But it's also a bit embarrassing for me. 4 Danni and Alex now present their own vodcast with Fabulous Credit: Instagram 'I feel bad about it, but I also feel a bit grossed out about it because I'm like, what are you actually speaking about?' Advertisement Alex added: 'If they have got your face, and somebody is messaging 'you,' it's like, OK, can I have a video of you doing something to yourself? Someone could make that.' And this is what puts Danni in fear. 'That's the scary thing, because they can make the video from an image,' she explained. 'And that could literally be any image from your Instagram, and they can create a video of you sha**ing from that.' Advertisement Who is Danni and why did she leave A Place In The Sun? She explained that "travelling as much as I did, I found it hard to establish relationships". "Also, six years in the same job, travelling loads, it was such an amazing experience, went to lots of great places, met lots of great people," she added. "I was very much in my comfort zone and now I'm very much out of my comfort zone and it makes you feel a little bit more alive to be honest." Advertisement
