If the end of the world had a jukebox, The Minus 5 would be the house band, playing literate songs loudly, and barely holding it together in the way only seasoned musicians can do well. Their latest release, Oar On, Penelope, is a full-throttle collage of garage rock squall, surreal Americana, and barbed-wire wit.
West Tennessee native Valerie June has released her sixth studio album. Owls, Omens and Oracles is produced by M. Ward and is “a radical statement to break skepticism, surveillance, and doom scrolling – to let yourself celebrate your aliveness.”
We are sad to learn that Rick Derringer, guitarist for The McCoys and solo artist, has died, age 77 in Ormond Beach, Florida. An official cause of death was not initially released.
Purple Dog is an indie rock band from Ōtepoti, a band of five music students who create an eclectic sound inspired by the likes of Alvvays, Slow Pulp and The Kooks.
The Minus 5, formed in 1993 by Scott McCaughey (Young Fresh Fellows) and Peter Buck (R.E.M.) are about to release Oar On, Penelope!, their first album in five years.
Wellington-based musician Michael Llewellyn celebrates New Zealand Month with his second album release I’m Gorgeous.
Wanaka rockers Powder Chutes are celebrating the release of their self-titled debut album with a nation-wide tour, which comes to Auckland’s Whammy Bar this coming Thursday.
Snarky Puppy returned after a 6-year hiatus to bring their brand of fusion jazz to Auckland and the sold-out Powerstation crowd was very happy to have them back.
Marc Ribot is a musician you’ve probably never heard of but more than likely you’ve heard his music.
Today GRAMMY® nominated US band OneRepublic, headed up by acclaimed singer/songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, announce their highly anticipated return to Australia and New Zealand for The Sweet Escape Tour in February 2026. Special guest is award-winning pop superstar Zara Larsson.