The latest in Kiwi music releases.
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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
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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
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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
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Park Flyers — i'm so fast Wellington-based alternative emo duo Park Flyers return with i'm so fast, a raw and cathartic single that captures their mix of 90s nostalgia,
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Daily J — Rosie's Friend Daily J return with Rosie’s Friend, a groove-heavy indie-pop track that leans into swirling guitars, warm basslines, and dreamy electronica touches — the kind of song
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Imani-J — EXPECTATIONS (EP) Imani-J delivers her debut EP EXPECTATIONS – a collection of songs exploring the weight of self-pressure, relationships, identity and ambition. Blending smooth R&B with Afrobeats percussion and sunlit
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Amelia Power — Nostalgic Nelson-born singer-songwriter Amelia Power releases her new pop single Nostalgic on August 29th. The track reflects on the highs and lows of life, indecision, and time spent in her
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! My Cosmic Girl – Floodlight Like to a decadent meal with good friends, Floodlight feels refined, full-bodied, and leaves you satisfied yet wanting more. My Cosmic Girl blends Americana-tinged folk warmth with a
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Commotion returned to Nelson on August 9-10, bringing together young musicians for workshops and performances at NMIT and the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts. The event, organised by Emily Sanson and Scott Burnett, focuses on giving youth access to industry knowledge and performance opportunities they wouldn't normally get.
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We’re meant to hear at least 20% Kiwi music on the radio. But tune in during the workday, and it’s a different story. After reviewing thousands of tracks played on stations like ZM, The Edge, More FM, and The Rock, a clear pattern emerged: international acts dominate, while
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This article was originally published 11 September 2024 Wellington's highly anticipated new music venue, Meow Nui, has faced a series of setbacks that have delayed its opening, causing ripples throughout the local music community. Set to be a game-changer for the city's live music scene, the