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21 Outstanding Artists Announced for New Zealand’s Premier Music Showcase, Going Global™!

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TĀMAKI MAKAURAU/AUCKLAND, New Zealand
– Going Global™, Aotearoa’s most anticipated music summit and showcase event has unveiled its lineup of 21 ground-breaking artists who will perform across two nights; Friday, September 1st, and Saturday, September 2nd, 2023.

These talented musicians are set to wow both local and international music industry luminaries gathered in what promises to be a highlight of opportunity for Aotearoa musicians. As a unique snapshot for NZ music fans on what is “Hot” and current – the public is invited!

Held at the iconic venue combo of Wine CellarWhammy! and Whammy Backroom in the heart of Auckland’s Karangahape Rd, the event presents an incredible opportunity for music lovers to discover new sounds from this burgeoning selection of talented performers. From soul-stirring vocals to electric guitar riffs and Hip-Hop rhymes, the following 21 artists represent the eclectic and vibrant spirit of the New Zealand music scene that has their eyes set firmly on international horizons.

Anthonie Tonnon (Art Pop, Indie Rock – Whanganui)

Blake (Pop, Alternative Pop – Queenstown)

Ch! Nonso ( Afro Soul – Igbo (South-Eastern) /Tāmaki Makaurau )

Clementine Valentine (Art Pop – Waikato)

D.C. Maxwell (Alt Country – Tāmaki Makaurau)

Dawn Diver (Indie Alternative Jazz – Pōneki)

Elliot & Vincent (Garage Rock – Tāmaki Makaurau)

Grecco Romank (Industrial, Dark Wave, Techno – Tāmaki Makaurau)

KITA (Indie Psych Pop, Electronica – Pōneki)

Luke Thompson (Folk – East Coast)

MACEY (Indie Pop, Alt Pop –  Tāmaki Makaurau)

Mazbou Q (Hip hop/Rap – Nigeria / Tāmaki Makaurau)

Mel Parsons – (Indie Folk – Ōtautahi)

MOHI – (Neo Soul, Pop Funk – Tāmaki Makaurau)

PARK RD – (Indie Pop Rock – Tāmaki Makaurau)

Ringlets – (Post-Punk – Tāmaki Makaurau)

Soft Plastics – (Indie Rock, Shoegaze – Pōneki)

Summer Thieves – (Alternative, Surf Rock – Tāmaki Makaurau)

Tom Lark – (Folk Pop – Tāmaki Makaurau)

Vera Ellen – (Alt Rock – Pōneki)

YAHYAH – (Pop. Electronic –  Tāmaki Makaurau) 

Artist Photos Available HERE

Check out the music on YouTube HERE

Check out the music on Spotify HERE

Artist Bios Available HERE

With the support of key international industry figures attending the Going Global Music Summit conference during the days, including festival bookers, sync licensing agents, and international record labels; this event also serves as a platform for these artists to extend their reach, connecting with and performing for these influential personalities from across the globe.

Tickets are now available to the general public for this unique opportunity to witness Aotearoa’s best musical acts readying to take flight on their international careers. Don’t miss the chance to experience live music at its finest and be part of this incredible showcase that reflects New Zealand’s rich and diverse musical potency.

Picture this: three stages set ablaze by a relentless onslaught of exhilarating 20-minute sets that will leave you breathless, begging for more. And the best part? All this auditory ecstasy can be yours for the tiny ticket price of just $30 for both nights – or $20 for each night!

To purchase tickets, visit: Undertheradar.co.nz
Night One $20 (and $30 Weekender tickets available here): https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/tour/21025/Going-Global-Presents-2023—Night-One.utr
Night Two $20: https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/85045/Going-Global-Presents-2023—Night-Two.utr 

GOING GLOBAL  PRESENTS 2023 – NIGHT ONE & NIGHT TWO
*ARTIST SHOWCASE*
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Friday 1st September  &  Saturday 2nd September
Doors Open – 6.30 pm doors / End Time 10.30 pm approx
– Whammy, Wine Cellar, Whammy Backroom –
Auckland’s K’ Road
Tickets on sale now  from undertheradar.co.nz – keyword search  ‘Going Global’

TRACK NZ’S PREMIERE MUSIC SUMMIT ‘GOING GLOBAL’ ONLINE:
About Going Global™

Going Global™ is New Zealand’s premier music showcase, providing a stage for the country’s most promising and exciting musical talents. It facilitates connections between local artists and international industry influencers, fostering growth, collaboration, and discovery in the world of music. For more information, visit www.goingglobal.co.nz.

Going Global™ is organised and presented by Independent Music New Zealand (IMNZ) in partnership with the NZ Music Commission and is supported by MerlinNZ On Air, APRA AMCOS and a Recorded Music NZ Music Grant and is a proud supporter of Keychange (a global network and movement working towards a total restructuring of the music industry in reaching full gender equality).

ABOUT: Independent Music New Zealand (IMNZ)
Established in 2001, IMNZ is committed to fostering the independent recording sector of the New Zealand Music Industry, championing the unique musical voice of Aotearoa both locally and internationally. At the heart of IMNZ’s objectives is the strengthening of the commercial infrastructure that backs this sector. This involves bolstering business systems, resources, and connections while advocating for beneficial policies to ensure its commercial viability.

IMNZ prioritises the welfare of New Zealand’s musicians and professionals, offering educational programs like the Going Local and Going Global seminars. They champion the Music Helps initiative, work closely with government and cultural entities, and spotlight Independent labels and New Zealand’s distinctive sound through events such as the Taite Music Prize and the annual Going Global Music Summit and Showcases.

As a member of the Worldwide International Network (WIN), IMNZ collaborates with global counterparts representing numerous independent music companies, reinforcing their advocacy for the values and interests of the New Zealand independent sector.

 

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