01/04/2026
With her developing indie pop project Bridges, Christchurch-born singer-songwriter Rachel Hamilton is emerging as one of Aotearoa’s most compelling new voices. Blending shimmering pop melodies with atmospheric guitars and ...
25/03/2026
For now there’s only the one song showing on Play For Keeps’ Spotify page, but that won’t remain the case for long. The five-piece Christchurch indie pop act have a volley of singles planned, leading into a debut ...
10/03/2026
Folk-rock artist Nick Herbison crafts introspective, life-affirming songs that explore courage, self-worth, and the ongoing journey toward inner peace. With a second album expected later this year NZ On Air Music included ...
01/03/2026
Filipino-born indie pop/soul artist Natassja Kelly blends warm soul influences with the dreamy textures of bedroom pop. Witness her latest single Something That Feels Real and its accompanying music video, for which she received New ...
19/02/2026
Ōtautahi duo Dillastrate are known for their uplifting live shows and music traversing electronic genres, soul, pop, hip hop and more, taking audiences into dance-fuelled celebrations. Having built a reputation as a touring ...
30/06/2025
Winners of the 2025 Aotearoa Children’s Music Awards have been announced, with Christchurch-based Loopy Tunes breaking records as winners in a three categories, including the Tūī for Best Children's Music Artist. This ...
14/05/2025
Updating the May 14 news item below: Christchurch indie act There's A Tuesday has been selected for the 2025 Seoul Residency, allowing the band to spend 10 days working and performing in South Korea's capital city. The ...
06/05/2024
Finalists for the 2024 Aotearoa Music Awards have been announced ahead of the ceremony to be held on May 30 at the Viaduct Events Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau. With 13 finalists named in both the Album and Single Of The Year, ...
15/06/2023
Announced mid-June 2023, four commercial and four regional radio stations have been given NZ On Air awards for playing more than 20% local music content over the past year. The network awards were made to George FM, Hauraki, ...
19/04/2023
The 2023 Taite Music Prize was awarded to Princess Chelsea for her critically-praised album, 'Everything Is Going To Be Alright', released on Lil Chief Records. Everything Is Going To Be Alright by Princess Chelsea The ...
03/05/2022
Tauranga singer-songwriter Georgia Lines has announced a five-date national tour to accompany the release of her upcoming single Leave Behind, out May 6. She will be performing in a stripped-back style on this tour with ...
06/04/2022
Saltbox Studios, in association with RDU 98.5FM, is presenting a 2022 programme of activities incorporating recording, performance, and hospitality services primarily for musicians, but also the greater industry. Their ...
21/04/2021
Christchurch troubadours Adam Hattaway & the Haunters took over the Thirsty Dog last weekend with support from Daniel Armstrong & The Monsoons. The show was to promote Hattaway's new album 'Woolston, Texas.' Photographer ...
10/03/2021
The NZ Music Commission has created a new, free seminar series called Gig Starters, aiming to teach young people about putting on all-ages gigs. The initiative will hit the road in March, visiting Auckland, Hamilton, Palmerston ...
04/03/2020
Returning to NZ for the second time in four months, Perth's cruisey indie rock four-piece Spacey Jane will be playing three shows next week, giving Kiwi fans in our main cities a chance to party with them before heading off ...
