N*E*R*D: CANCELLED

N*E*R*D: CANCELLED

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When:

Thu 26 Feb ’09, 8:00pm

Where: Vector Arena, 42-80 Mahuhu Crescent, Auckland

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Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo of The Neptunes are the most revolutionary production tandem in modern music. They've taken their hip-hop foundation and un-tethered the boundries of pop, bestowing unsuspecting hit records in almost machine-gun-like succession - whether in rap (Jay-Z, Busta Rhymes, et al), R n' B (Usher, Babyface), pop (Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake) or rock (No Doubt).

N.E.R.D is not the Neptunes. N.E.R.D is the offspring of the Neptunes, a fly-or-die, thrash-around, do-as-you-will, set-your-soul-on-fire alter ego that subscribes to no rules, adheres to no agenda. It is Pharrell, Chad and Shay - a trio whose chemistry allows the uninhibited exploration of the sounds, emotions and impulses of self and society, of identity and belonging.

The 2004 release of ‘Fly or Die’ was the second album from N.E.R.D, picking up where the groups 2002 debut, ‘In Search Of’, left off. From a musical perspective, ‘Fly or Die’, picks up on the freewheeling sensibility of its predecessor. The most under-appreciated aspect of The Neptunes' Midas touch are the melodies and carefully crafted song writing skills inherent in their barrage of hits, the complexity is in the simplicity. The songs of ‘Fly or Die’ represent the spectrum of influence impressed upon the trio, from classic rock and Beatles-esque pop to old funk and new wave. It's the space where musical styles are truly influences, not reflexive actions.

Recently in 2008, they released their new album titled ‘Seeing Sounds’, with the first single off the album, ‘Everyone Nose’ being a huge underground and commercial hit. N.E.R.D are back in a big way and coming to a city near you. Don’t miss your chance to see this explosive live act up close and personal.

Tickets go on sale Monday 10 November through Ticketmaster.

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  • avatar

    ava rose 4 years ago

    Justin Timberlake!!? Its a no brainer? haha that would be an amaaazing mix... classy guys, with good sense of sounds. i'd buy the cd :D

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    keleni talau 4 years ago

    Aaradhana.....nz's queen of soul.....RnB.........beautiful

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    Collin Reremoana 4 years ago

    ARDIJAH too give a poly-funk combo!!!!!!!!!

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    janeflavell 4 years ago

    It would be awesome if they collaborated with Scribe or even young Sid! Any Nz artist really!

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    Reah Yo 4 years ago

    PHARRELL IS HOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    paula hudson 4 years ago

    i think N.E.R.D and snoop dog would be funny something different.

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    Rosie Sim 4 years ago

    I reckon N*E*R*D and Shapeshifter would be mint as.. They are both awesome to dance to and would both bring a very unique sound, a collaboration would be like nothing else before!

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    blythmonster 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D. and MGMT, N.E.R.D. mashup genre's, MGMT would bring an awesome psychedelic vibe to their music.

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    Georgia 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D & SANTOGOLD... both unique/wacky styles and flows, imagine the result of a collaboration!

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    James Brown 4 years ago

    Bob Dylan, because then the kids would stand up and take notice of the master lyricist

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    mtbm 4 years ago

    Dave Dobbyn - they could learn from each other.

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    Fi Macdonald 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D and the Chemical Brothers, their songs have a multitude of layers, more than just the average voice and backup music.

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    sarah samuels 4 years ago

    NERD and joe dukie or fat freddies drop... international act janes addiction

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    Coco Pup 4 years ago

    Stevie Wonder- Stevie has the most amazing voice in the world, and NERD have come up with some of the most interesting and innovative tracks. Together they would make interesting and very different music- I know it's not along the lines of what other people have said! (i.e. with other artists from NERD's generation and style).

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    Emmajane Austin 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D should tee up with the pussy cat dolls. They are both hip and sexy and im positive they will be able to create up lifting funky tunes which will get people in the party mode.

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    S Hickman 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D and Massive Attack. Two completely different groups, which share a few common elements that i reckon could totally make it work, and produce some out of this world beats and tunes. Both have the class and sounds to pull it off with absolute style!

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    Arthur A 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D. & KORA! Wouldn't that go off...

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    Danelle Bourgeois 4 years ago

    NERD and Forever The Sickest Kids! Let's mix up the genres a little!

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    Hello_Kitty 4 years ago

    I'll throw it out there and say a MGMT/N.E.R.D collaboration would be minty fresh! YAY! :-}

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    Charlene Bordoloi 4 years ago

    they should collaborate with Kanye West... they have the same new rock styles...could be very interesting to see the egos of Pharell and Kanye collide as well, they would make an awsome show

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    Lisa 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D should collaborate with Pendulum! Who wouldnt like to hear that! its the perfect mix!! would flow nicely I believe

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    c123 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D should collaborate with Weird Al Yankovic - they could come up with even more catchy, yet nonsensical lyrics! Or David Dallas - he needs to be launched worldwide!

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    Rochelle 4 years ago

    I rekon N*E*R*D they know whats hot or not they have there own style, very unique, sets the trends.and Rihanna she knows too how to dress she to has her own style, sense of fashion. now they would be good as. Seeing that Rihanna has catchy songs and soo does N*E*R*D and you put them together and we get the song of the century!!!

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    prestige 4 years ago

    NERD SNOOP AND LUDACRIS DAT WOULD SELL OWWWWWWWWWWWWWT

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    lrgray 4 years ago

    It would be cool to see Nerd with Cypress Hill, Alicia Keys, or NWA

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    sexifiedmusic123 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D with M.I.A brooo
    that would be sweet, and sri lanken sound mixed in with there drum and bass music
    yeee boi

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    Lucy Jordan 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D and linkin park. OMG thatd b MEAN

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    dibsy22 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D and KINGS OF LEON! It would be one of the most amazing partnerships ever. KOL and N.E.R.D are the best rockers and best hip hoppers in the world right now. What more could anyone ever ask for?

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    Svelga 4 years ago

    N*E*R*D and peaches, suckin and rockin... xxx

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    Norwegianchick 4 years ago

    N.E.R.D with Ben Harper - laidback musicians making magic!

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