Stellar*

Back in 2000 while visiting New Zealand, I scouted the record stores (remember when those things existed?) looking for the popular local bands.  I discovered Stellar* (the asterisk is part of their name), and fell in love with them.

The put out three brilliant albums, all of which have incredible songs from start to finish.

I think they broke up after their third album, or took a hiatus, at which time the singer, Boh Runga, moved to L.A.  She put out an equally brilliant solo album that captured the Stellar* sound, but lacked some of the signature Stellar* instrumentation.

I was really excited to see that Stellar* reformed and will be playing some shows in Auckland and Wellington.

I wish I had the money to fly to New Zealand to see these shows!!