Homegrown rockers ‘Space Waltz’ return with their first new recording since 1973, ‘Hypnotise Me’. Out Now On All Digital Platforms Space Waltz is an influential five-piece New Zealand rock band fronted by Alastair Riddell and joined by Eddie Rayner, Brent Eccles, Peter Cuddihy and Greg Clark. The group’s new single ‘Hypnotise Me’ is their first recording in over 47
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In celebration of their 25th anniversary, Shapeshifter are thrilled to announce exclusive limited edition reissues of all seven Shapeshifter studio LPs and Shapeshifter Live. This will be the first time ever, Shapeshifter Live and Real
Maori music collective IA, (pronounced te reo: ‘e-ah’) share an emotive new single
GRAYSON GILMOUR Announces NZ tour dates Watch the galactic AI-generated video for
After huge shows in New Plymouth and Wānaka, Shihad is set to rock Hawke’s Bay this Friday to a SOLD-OUT crowd. They’ve also announced a venue upgrade in Christchurch, now performing at
Independent Music New Zealand (IMNZ) with the support of Founding Partner Recorded Music NZ announce the return Taite Music Prize for 2025. This event continues to celebrate the vibrant and diverse voices of Aotearoa’s music community. IMNZ
Fat Freddy’s Drop step up with ‘Stand Straight’ the latest single from their new album SLO MO. With its stonking reggae riddims and heavy horns, ‘Stand Straight’ is proving a powerful and popular set opener
Fat Freddy’s Drop hit the ground running with new studio album SLO MO, a bass-heavy blast of resolution. Renowned worldwide for euphoric live shows, the Aotearoa band stepped inside their BAYS studio in
Kicking off 2025 right, the iconic Rhythm and Alps is back for its 14th year, bringing the ultimate New Year’s festival experience in the heart of the South Island. It’s set to be the
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Ōtautahi-based songwriter Mousey, the creative alias of Sarena Close, announces her third album, The Dreams of Our Mothers’ Mothers!, set for release on October 18th, 2024 via Winegum Records / Concord Publishing. This album delves deeply into
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IA is a groundbreaking band from Aotearoa/New Zealand, known for their innovative integration of traditional Māori instruments and modern musical techniques. Their music celebrates and preserves the rich heritage of Māori culture
IA Unveils New Waiata, ‘Kura Huna’, Celebrating the Esoteric Knowledge of Generations Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland, Aotearoa/New Zealand – July 12, 2024 – The innovative band IA is set to release their latest waiata