James reveal Melic as support act for NZ tour
As British 90s icons James prepare to make their way Downunder for their first New Zealand shows, Brit ex-pat rockers Melic have been announced as their support act.
Optimo announce Auckland show
Glaswegian heroes Optimo are making their Auckland debut on Friday, 6 January at Whammy Bar. Optimo is comprised of JD Twitch and JG Wilkes – an incomparable duo, whose passion for music and anything-goes mentality is legendary.
The Mission announce New Zealand support act for 30th Anniversary Tour
Goth-rockers, The Mission are making their return to New Zealand shores this November, and today they are proud to announce New Zealand band, Disjecta Membra will support the UK legends on both New Zealand dates!
Alter Bridge announce NZ show
Orlando, Florida-based rock legends Alter Bridge are today announcing that they will return to New Zealand and Australian shores in April 2017
Mae Valley to support Keith Urban & Carrie Underwood's NZ show
New Zealand country/pop duo Mae Valley have been announced to support country legends Keith Urban and Carrie Underwood for their only New Zealand show on Saturday 3rd December at Westpac Stadium, Wellington.
Soundsplash Festival reveals full line-up
Soundsplash turns up the heat with their second and final artist announcement, taking the three-day January festival to a whole new level of summer goodness.
Ciaran McMeeken to open for Ronan Keating's NZ shows
Local singer-songwriter Ciaran McMeeken has been confirmed to open for Irish superstar Ronan Keating on his ‘Time of My Life’ New Zealand tour.
Rufus Wainwright announced for Auckland Arts Festival 2017
Vocalist, composer and songwriter Rufus Wainwright is a consummate and audacious showman who has wooed thousands across the world. In a night of musical alchemy, the magnificent maestro celebrates his ‘main squeezes’ – opera and orchestra – and his passion for dramatics, divas and show songs.
MMF reveals successful 'Control' applicants
Successful applicants for the professional development programme CONTROL: The Business of Music Management, have been revealed. Fifteen music managers have been selected to participate in the six month programme; twelve from Australia and three from New Zealand.
Katchafire, Aaradhna, Sons Of Zion & (sometimes) Kora set for Summer Tour
Summer across New Zealand - It's time to fire up the barbie, slip into your jandals and celebrate the year that’s been, and the year to come.
Fawlty Towers Live - heading to NZ
With a cast hand-picked by Creator and Co-Writer, John Cleese, who was in Sydney to oversee rehearsals and in the weeks leading up to opening night, Fawlty Towers – Live is based on the hilarious and much loved BBC TV series written by Cleese and Connie Booth.
WOMAD NZ is adding a new chapter to the 2017 festival – the World of Words
WOMAD New Zealand is adding a new chapter to the 2017 festival – the World of Words.
Ekko Park announce special show 'Eat My Lunch'
Ekko Park are set for a special one-off concert for Eat My Lunch on Saturday 5th November 7.45pm at Eat My Lunch headquarters, 5 Galatos Street, Auckland.
Sol3 Mio announce special guests for Christmas shows
Sol3 Mio have announced that some local legends will join them onstage for their festive celebrations: Dave Dobbyn, Hollie Smith, Stan Walker and Hayley Westenra.
Whammyfest this weekend at Whammy Bar
The second annual Whammyfest is happening this Saturday night at Whammy Bar.
Skye And Ross, Lady Leshurr & Blackalicious added to Splore 2017
Splore Festival reveals a second major line-up to entertain fans at New Zealand’s favourite beach-side festival.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds to tour New Zealand & Australia
Following their #1 ARIA chart debut for new album ‘Skeleton Tree’, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds have announced that they will be touring their biggest and boldest production ever to Australia and New Zealand in January 2017.
Angel Olsen adds extra Wellington show
Excellent work Wellington music lovers, Angel Olsen’s concert at San Fran on December 13 has sold out! Angel will play a second and final show at San Fran on Monday, December 12.
Change of venue for Ben Harper's Hawkes Bay show
Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals are returning to New Zealand in December as part of their ‘Call It What It Is’ world tour.
Kimbra added to Rhythm & Vines, ZHU to headline on New Year's Eve
Grammy award-winning artist Kimbra will join Chance the Rapper, ZHU and RÜFÜS to headline Rhythm And Vines 2016. Playing the Vines Stage on December 30, this announcement marks Kimbra’s welcome return to the festival after headlining the 10th anniversary in 2012.