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New Music 28/11

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message at ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Otis Tate — Memory Lane Otis Tate returns with his third single, Memory Lane, a reflective indie-rock track that blends his signature energy with a more vulnerable edge. The Tāmaki Makaurau artist — known

New Music 21/11

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message at ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Ben Bonetti — Under These Skies Ben Bonetti's newest single Under These Skies is a vibrant reggae-rock single built on jangly guitars, warm organ tones, and an instantly memorable riff. Written

New Music 14/11

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message at ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! First Reserve — There's A God (EP) Aotearoa New Zealand’s fast-rising indie rocker First Reserve has just unveiled their eagerly awaited debut EP, There’s A God — a release that’

New Music 07/11

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message at ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Jono D — Wired Differently Wired Differently is Jono D’s honest reflection on what it means to accept yourself — flaws, quirks, and all. Written quietly at the piano, the song captures those

New Music 31/10

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Sophie Aston — Better Better, the debut single from independent artist Sophie Aston, is an unapologetically honest anthem confronting the impossible beauty standards women are expected to live up to; and the shame

Jack Bromwich

21-year-old Jack Bromwich is carving out a space of his own in Auckland’s indie and alt-rock scene. Originally from Pōneke Wellington, the guitarist and vocalist now studies Popular Music at the University of Auckland, balancing uni with a growing presence on the local circuit. Music has been a constant

Yellow Rooms

Yellow Rooms is the project of sister duo Grace and Sarah Lawrence — two multi-instrumentalists turning their shared stories into something raw and real. From classical violin lessons in Ōtautahi Christchurch to playing indie-folk sets around Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington, they’ve found their stride blending heartfelt lyrics with a bit of

Mental Notes Project

It’s not every day that a group of primary school students take on one of New Zealand’s most legendary albums. But that’s exactly what happened in Room 13 at Hamilton East School, where teacher Lachlan Holt led his Year 5 and 6 class in a full-scale reinterpretation

New Music 24/10

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! First Reserve — Time Song Off the back of two singles and coveted support slots for Keli Holiday and PARK RD, Aotearoa indie artist First Reserve returns with his new single “Time Song”

Shedheads

Nelson-based funk-rock trio Shedheads are quickly becoming one of the region’s most exciting young live acts. Made up of JP Moynihan, Shoei Ito, and Ryan Smith, the band trace their roots back to Nelson College, where all three first connected through music class. “Me and Shohei had known each

New Music 17/10

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Jack Bromwich — Poser, Freak (EP) Tāmaki Makaurau-based alt-rock artist Jack Bromwich has released his debut EP Poser, Freak — a raw and introspective exploration of youth, self-image, and the transition into adulthood. Known

Amelia Power

Nelson-raised Amelia Power didn’t always plan to chase a career in music, but sometimes you’ve just got to back yourself and see where it leads. After studying Communications at Massey in Wellington, she realised her real passion was elsewhere. This year she made the jump to Auckland, diving

New Music 10/10

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! molipane — amensia fx (EP) Pōneke/Wellington-based band molipane (the project of Will Johnson, backed by Trent Wallace, Kale Hamilton, and Drew van Arts) have released their new EP amnesia fx. The record

New Music 03/10

Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! College Try — Conversation In Your Head Wellington indie-rock outfit College Try return with their new single Conversation In Your Head, out October 3rd. Known for their honest lyricism and dynamic sound, the