Seth Haapu – Tropical: New Song Of The Day
Seth Haapu announces forthcoming album, WHAI ORA, out July 14 + releases poly-funk single Tropical, with stunning accompanying video.
The Hard-Ons – Ripper ’23 (Cheersquad) (Album Review)
The Hard-Ons circa the first phase (mid80 to early ’90s) were an underground punk favourite in Aotearoa/New Zealand, with their take on Ramones punk and quirky cover artwork by Ray Ahn (bassist in the band).
The Transits – Renegade Hearts: New Song Of The Day
Aotearoa New Zealand-South Africa band The Transits are back with their edgy new single ‘Renegade Hearts’, out now!
The Mitchell Twins – Kumeu Live: June 17, 2023
The Mitchell Twins made their headlining debut at Kumeu Live to celebrate the release of their debut EP, Find A River, just released on Friday.
Tone6 – Close Your Eyes: New Song Of The Day
They’re online sensations who have performed with Aotearoa music royalty and for British and NBA Basketball royalty – now Tone6 have released their stunning new RnB gospel single ‘Close Your Eyes’.
Dead Favours – Galatos June 16, 2023 (Concert Review)
Dead Favours brought the good times back to Galatos last night with help from their buddies, Ekko Park.
Skitch Hiker – Slippery Wet Handshake: New Song Of The Day
Bone-cushing alt-rock act Skitch Hiker share their head-banging track Slippery Wet Handshake, a satirical look at the absurdity of human conflict, with a frantic official video by Aiden Courtnell.
ATC’s Production of King Lear – vicious, tragic, bloody & Unmissable
The Auckland Theatre Company’s production of King Lear is an astonishing, dynamic and truly mesmerising rendition of the well-known Shakespearian epic tragedy. World-class, innovative storytelling, with non-traditional staging, fabulous costumes, thought-provoking details and storming performances from a stellar cast.
Pickle Darling – Laundromat (Father/ Daughter)
There’s a sparkling magic in Pickle Darling songs. The project of Ōtautahi songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Lukas Mayo, this latest collection comprises wry reflections on everyday encounters and experiences.
Theia – Girls!: 13th Floor New Song Of The Day
Theia has revealed a new single, and this one’s a punchy, indie-pop banger called Girls!.
New Music Friday: 13th Floor New Album Picks: June 16, 2023
New Music Friday is here once again. Some crusty old veterans come out of the woodwork to make new music once more. Here are the five new albums that we think deserve your attention.
Cattle Decapitation Announce Aotearoa Tour 2023
One of the most cutting-edge bands in extreme metal, Cattle Decapitation, are heading to Aotearoa for a tour that will take you on a journey through the darkest depths of the human psyche. Prepare to experience a tour that will blow your mind and leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about heavy music.
KMTP – 2:45 (Getting Old): New Song Of The Day
KMTP has released 2:45 (Getting Old) and the album, With Love, KMTP, will see the light of day on September 28th.
Julia Jacklin – Shivers: New Cover Of The Day
Julia Jacklin shares a gorgeous cover of Rowland S. Howard’s Shivers, a Boys Next Door classic.
Charlie Puth Announces First Ever NZ Show – The Charlie Live Experience Tour
4x Grammy-nominated hitmaker Charlie Puth has announced he will be embarking on his first ever New Zealand tour in 2023. Produced by Live Nation, Charlie Puth Presents The “Charlie” Live Experience will head to Auckland’s Spark Arena on Saturday November 4. Tickets go on sale at 2pm Tuesday June 20.
Suki Waterhouse + Belle And Sebastian -Every Day’s a Lesson in Humility: New Song
Today marks the release of Every Day’s a Lesson in Humility, a new collaboration from Suki Waterhouse and Belle and Sebastian, available now on all DSPs and as a limited-edition vinyl 7”.
Ocean Alley Add The Grogans & Muroki to Spark Arena Show This September
Ocean Alley make their anticipated return to Aotearoa to play a one-off headline show at Auckland’s Spark Arena this September. Joining them will be Melbourne genre expanding trio The Grogans and local chiller Muroki.
Rex Orange County to Tour NZ in September 2023
Rex Orange County returns to Aotearoa this spring. Coming to Wellington on Friday 15 September and Auckland on Saturday 16 September as part of the Live in New Zealand, Australia, and Asia Tour 2023. The tour marks Rex’s inaugural headline shows across Asia and includes long awaited dates in some of his biggest streaming markets.
King Lear and Maori Culture – Joe Dekkers-Reihana: Interview
The Auckland Theatre Company’s production of King Lear opens today. Here is actor Joe Dekkers-Reihana to tell us how Shakespeare and Maori culture overlap.
Drug Church Announce One NZ Show at Whammy in August
Drug Church are stoked to announce the US hardcore punk band’s debut New Zealand show at Whammy Bar Auckland this August. For over 10 years Drug Church have been staunchly creating their own singular path in making distinctly outsider music that’s somehow at once welcoming and instantly satisfying.