UPCOMING SHOWS – A Gig Guide
A regularly updated list of shows coming up in NZ!
CHRIS RL releases powerful new track + video – CRY!
It a raw, powerful & emotional release – We love it!
After a stunning performance with the apo, louis baker releases new single ‘overdrive’ ft kings!
It’s quite the bop!
theajsound shares his first single for 2021 ‘BEMYLOVER’
An undeniably catchy song
Geoff Ong releases a new track we can all probably relate to – Over and over Again!
With a new album on the way!
Imperial April release new single & video – Release Me!
Christchurch power pop act Imperial April channel a healthy dose of new wave in their new single and video Release Me. Following on from their sunshine grunge lock-down release Peachy and ‘absolute blast of a track’ Tonic For Your Boredom, Release Me is the third...
BANDI releases collaborative new single – FURTHER!
The first song for Bandi’s upcoming EP, set to be released in early 2021.
SO BELOW releases new single – FOOL!
Debut Album out in a couple of weeks!
Ha the Unclear release new single – Strangers!
Today, New Zealand’s beloved wry-witted indie raconteurs release their latest creation, ‘Strangers’!Listen here: https://idol.lnk.to/ThreadsAn array of NZ talent joins Ha the Unclear on their upcoming six date nationwide tour commencing at the end of October. . As is...
SKYWAY return from hiatus with new single and new EP!
Returning with a bang!
MCK teams up with Wells* on pop gem – Better!
We love it!
Foley release funk-fuelled bop ‘Rendezvous’!
We love Foley!
‘UP LATE’ signs to UNFD and new single ‘ALONE‘ out tomorrow!
Out tomorrow!
Alien Weaponry to finally bring their live show home!
6 SHOWS THIS NOV/DEC!
VOLUMES release new single & video – WEIGHTED!
Volumes have dropped the official video for the new song "Weighted." It can be streamed/purchased now at http://found.ee/weighted!"This song is about self-doubt and the shortcomings that come with any type of success," says singer Michael Barr, who returned to the...
NEKO releases debut single & video – SERIOUS!
Emerging R&B artist NEKO has today released her debut single, the soulful ‘Serious’.Listen on Apple / Spotify / YouTube‘‘Serious’ is a refreshing slice of modern R&B fused with nostalgic soul from another era; held together by heartfelt lyrics and a vocal that...
Nathan Haines & Morning People added to Elemental Nights festivities!
It’s a full-on lineup of shows now!
Dave Dobbyn and The Beths to play Black Barn Vineyards!
A big show amongst the grapevines!
Crossfaith Reveal Livestream Video of ‘Endorphin’!
You can still watch the livestream too!
ALPHA WOLF release HEAVY new single & video – RESTRICTED (R18+)!
HEAVY in every sense of the word!
Theia reveals new project TE KAAHU in celebration of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori!
A beautiful waiata!
Dick Move: Release new single AND announce new album & shows!
Are you excited? Because we are!
Modality release new single & video – The Void!
And it is epic!
The Rubens release new single ‘Time Of My Life’!
Written at a simpler time but relevant now.
Reside put a mark on 2020 with their new single – FALLEN!
We love the video too!
The Gloom In The Corner release new single – WARFARE!
It is a banger!
Finneas releases new song & video – WHAT THEY’LL SAY ABOUT US!
Such a great track and beautiful video!
Mazbou Q releases powerful new track & video – Icon Status!
And there are shows to follow the release!
ELEMENTAL NIGHTS: Who we’re excited to see!
You’re going to need to make a plan, so many great artists!
A Swift Farewell releases energetic new single – The Fire!
It’s a bop!
Yours Truly release new single & video – Funeral Home!
A relatable bop!
Bring Me The Horizon & Yungblud team on epic track – OBEY!
The video is a bit weird but the track is a banger!
Lontalius recently released new single ‘Someone Will Be There For You’!
With more on the way!
Christchurch pop act Mirrors release new single ‘Got This Feeling’!
It is an infectious bop!
Mass Sky Raid drops new single and announces new members!
Coming in strong!
Novus release new single & video – REFLECT!
In this time, it’s time to reflect!
JESSB RELEASES INSANE NEW MIXTAPE ‘3 NIGHTS IN AMSTERDAM’!
And there’s 3 release shows to go with it!
TEEKS releases the first instalment from his forthcoming debut album!
AND IT IS BEAUTIFUL!
Diggy Dupe releases incredible new album ‘That’s Me, That’s Team’!
An album we have definitely been looking forward too!
ERRA sign to UNFD and release new video & single – SNOWBLOOD!
Huge signing and incredible new release!
FKA twigs x Hiro Murai collaborate on ‘Sad Day’ video!
TAKEN FROM FKA TWIGS' ACCLAIMED SECOND ALBUM MAGDALENE FKA twigs and acclaimed filmmaker Hiro Murai have collaborated to produce a seven-minute fantasy film for "Sad Day," from FKA twigs’ acclaimed second album MAGDALENE. Co-conceived by the pair and directed by...
Yumi Zouma announce Truth or Consequences (Alternate Versions)!
COVID really interrupted some releases so it’s time to take it back.
Take Two dive into their emotions on their new single ‘My Conscious Pt II’!
A tribute to their late mum.
Hands Like Houses have announced their self-titled EP!
And have released a new single ‘The Water’!
It’s been 3 years but BLISS N ESO return with new music!
A new single – Lighthouse!
Ziggy Alberts reveals collaboration with Horrorshow – I Won’t Give You Up EP!
Out now!
Australian band – BAG OF BONES – release new single ‘Paid’!
“When are we gonna get paid?” – The question we all have!
Florida band – LIMBS – release new single & video ‘Empty Vessel’!
It is a great heavy track!
WE SET SIGNALS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM & RELEASE NEW SINGLE!
Brissy post-hardcore/pop-punk legends We Set Signals are today announcing the September 25 release of their full-length album 'ORDO'. The record is their latest release through We Are Triumphant Records out of the USA, and they are also dropping the video for new...
Wellington six-piece TOI release new single – Thinking Too Much!
From their upcoming EP!
Evanescence And Rock’s Top Women Champion Empowerment With New Single ‘Use My Voice’!
More of this please! And remember to go vote!
LIKE MOTHS TO FLAMES ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ‘NO ETERNITY IN GOLD’!
US metalcore giants Like Moths To Flames have announced their fifth album No Eternity In Gold will be released on Friday October 30 through UNFD. It marks the band's first full-length on their new label home after signing to UNFD in September 2019 and the following...
Emerging Witchpop ‘LUX GRAVES’ Act Releases First EP!
Sex and Superstitions!
Dallas Tamaira announces new release ‘No Flowers’!
Out August 28th!
Villette returns with empowering anthem ‘Curious’
This one’s for the wahine!
NAME UL releases a new EP and new single!
Release show is postponed!
Phodiso releases debut EP ‘Act I’ & shares new video!
An incredible first release!
VÏKÆ releases new single ‘Finelines’ – The title track for her upcoming EP!
And LIVE SHOWS!
PRIORITIES RELEASE DEBUT SINGLE – IF I BELIEVED!
A strong first release for sure!
Fit For A King release new single & video – ‘Locked (in my head)’!
We can’t wait for you all to hear this album!
Milly Tabak and The Miltones release new album – HONEST WOMAN!
And it is incredible. Be sure to go check it out live!
Diaz Grimm returns with 2 singles & videos!
EP – YUNG NEWZEALAND due out soon!
Theia curates 99% Angelz line-up, celebrating Aotearoa’s ‘stars of the underground’!
This is a party not to be missed!
Introducing ELEMENTAL NIGHTS – The live music event we didn’t know we needed!
So many gigs that we just have to see!
The Others Way lineup is out!!!
Put those running shoes on!
Cub Sport have released their incredible new album LIKE NIRVANA!
And it is sooooooo good!!!
Phodiso releases new single & video – RUNNING LINES!
Phodiso announces debut EP and shares first single ‘Running
Lines’
PREMIERE: Coridian’s new video for LOST HEROES!
A video that really allows you to feel the track.
RNZ’S ‘NZ HIP HOP STAND UP’ IS OUT NOW!
THE SEVEN-PART WEB SERIES CELEBRATES ICONIC AOTEAROA MUSIC.
James Smith is heading to NZ to motivate you for 2021!
Maybe this is the pep talk you need to kick off 2021?
KORA – New single & video + EP details!
Never enough KORA!
Delta Goodrem announce 2021 tour dates for AU & NZ!
We are happy to wait for what will be an incredible show!
Sol3 Mio live at Spark Arena – Spark Sessions!
One of NZ’s fave trios are back!
Kelsy Karter releases timely new single ‘Stick To Your Guns’!
“Karter follows in the footsteps of famous rock stars like Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, and Van Halen”–TIME“Championing rebellion, fearlessness and not giving a f*ck what anyone thinks.” –Wonderland“Musically, her vintage-tinged sound leans into the blues-y...
The Beths new album ‘Jump Rope Gazers’ is out now!
The Beths’ new album, Jump Rope Gazers, is out today on Carpark Records, and they’re sharing a new video for the title track, “Jump Rope Gazers.” Elizabeth Stokes says about the mellow and expressive love song, “I've always dabbled in extreme sincerity, but always...
Sofia Machray recently released her debut single ‘Handstands’!
Photo Credit: Jess Machray . Moodscapes abound New Zealand’s indie-pop fantasizer, Sofia Machray as she hits the ground running with her anticipated debut single Handstands - an 80’s indie-pop summer classic which pulls on the heartstrings of pure melodrama. Infused...
Fit For A King announce new album ‘The Path’!
Photo Credit: Colby Moore . Metalcore heavyweights Fit For A King are thrilled to announce their sixth album The Path will be released via Solid State Records on September 18, 2020. Bigger, bolder and overwhelmingly epic in...
Upcoming Italian artist Alessia Labate releases ‘Something Special’!
The friendship song you didn’t know you needed.
Fable releases his first EP – A Place Called Home!
An incredible and raw first release – incredible!
Ekko Park release new single and announce new album!
Ekko Park, will release their new album, Horizon on August 21 via Dinner For Wolves.Ekko Park delivers its unique edge to rock n roll with an honesty & energy that has seen them develop a passionate following in their home country and has taken...
Happy Valley release new single & video for ‘Achilles’!
Photo Credit: Amanda Hailwood . Happy Valley are a post hardcore/screamo band from Wellington, New Zealand. Since their formation in 2018, they have played across the North Island and released a self-titled 5 track EP. Aaron - Drums / Hamish - Vocals / Isaac - Bass /...
Will Pegg releases new single ‘Showing My Affection’!
'Showing My Affection' is an emotional soundscape, created from memories experienced by the artist. Pegg translates his love of tonal structure by surrounding the lead vocal with effortless harmonies. The song contains underlying cinematic tones which portray the...
Recent Releases
Catch up on all the releases from the past week!
Bandi releases new single ‘Maria Maria’!
“Growing up, my grandma in Brazil would always call me ‘Maria, Maria’ - this is a term of affection for someone who is always pushing the edge, so that’s how I came up with the name for the song. The song goes into depth about there being a right time for everything,...
Alt Bloom releases new EP – Astronaut Complex
The EP is a great little collection of Alt Bloom’s vocals and the type of music he can create. I think the tracks a re great and it is an EP you can just chill and listen too. But definitely add ‘Get Back’ to that dance/party playlist because it is a fun one! . ....
Downfall of Humanity – Apocalypse
Photo Credit: shiftyjesus (Matthew O'Neill) . Ding Dong Lounge is throwing a Lockdown After Party this Saturday night, taking place across both levels Dead Witch and Ding Dong. The lineup includes Downfall of Humanity, Pale Flag & Fallstate! Tickets are on sale...
Evea releases first single ‘Wanderer’!
New Zealand born singer-songwriter Evea - who's real name is Eve Tatom - writes about issues in society and ourselves that play through our minds day-to-day. Evea grew up in Lyttelton, a small harbour town in the South Island. She draws a lot of inspiration for her...
Imperial April release first song & video ‘Peachy’!
One band’s trash is another band’s treasure. Imperial April began as a way to up-cycle songs that didn’t quite fit the mould of Victoria and Andy Knopp’s electro-pop project The Response. At first just a selection of songs burnt to CD-R for a mother’s day...
The Ghost Inside – Their incredible self-titled return!
If you have followed The Ghost Inside since before their accident or even since then. You know how big of a deal it was that they performed again or even that this album now exists? They released 'Aftermath' to a huge emotional response from fans, especially with the...
Edera releases new EP ‘Undo You’!
After gracing the underground Wellington music scene with her debut single ‘Receipts’, Edera has created an enigma of atmospheric dream pop for her audience to crack. In her upcoming debut EP ‘Undo You‘, which dropped on all streaming platforms yesterday, she has...
Gin Wigmore is back with incredible new track ‘Hangover Halo’!
And she is donating some of the proceeds to Panthera!
KennyHoopla’s new EP is out now!
DIY singer-songwriter KennyHoopla took his wavy, genre-agnostic indie sound from motel room recordings to packed out shows in 2019 with breakout single “Lost Cause//“and a go-for-it, all-or-nothing mentality. The Cleveland-born, Wisconsin-based performer,...
Moses Sumney has released his 2-part album græ!
Moses Sumney released his double album græ on Friday. Out everywhere via Jagjaguwar Records/Rhythmethod, the album is a conceptual patchwork about greyness and expands upon the sonic universe built in Sumney's critically-acclaimed debut...
GREAT GABLE RELEASES NEW SINGLE AND ANNOUNCES DEBUT ALBUM!
Set to perform this October and November on their biggest tour to date, today Great Gable announces the release of their debut album TRACING FACES, available Friday August 7 via ADA Worldwide. Alongside the announcement, the Perth four-piece have shared the potent...
Team Dynamite announce their return with new single – ‘Who?’ ft Diggy Dupé!
From their forthcoming LP!
MAALA announces new album ‘Water Overhead’ and releases the title track!
We are excited!
Rapper ‘BILLY REEVES’ releases new single ‘Mama’ for Mother’s Day!
Featuring Ben Ivories!
Milly Tabak & The Miltones share video for ‘Honest Woman’!
The title track from the band’s forthcoming second album.
almost monday release new track ‘come on come on’!
Today, alt-pop trio almost monday dropped their new track "come on come on" (stream HERE). " we wrote 'come on come on' before quarantine dreaming about getting a break from the craziness of jobs, school, or whatever you’re doing... little did we know… we're hoping...
PSTCRDS have released their new EP ‘This Place or Our Place’!
And it’s a banger!