24 May 2016

DIY Touring The World: New Zealand

2:50 pm on 24 May 2016

New Zealand has a small population, few places to play and not much money for touring bands - but you can’t beat the beautiful landscapes, hidden gem venues and fantastic audiences.

Music impresario Ian Jorgensen has been touring bands and throwing parties for the past 15 years. In this six-part series he details his experiences of the musical underground around the world, speaking with musicians, promoters and venue operators in China, America, Europe, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.

Directed, Edited, Written by Ash Smith

Produced, Filmed, Written, Narrated by Ian Jorgensen of A LOW HUM

Soundtrack: Seth Frightening - Wake Up

Featured music:Death & The Maiden, Mermaidens and Carb on Carb

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