Finalists announced for 2019 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards
The Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards | Ngā Tohu Puoro o Aotearoa today announce a strong group of 2019 Tui finalists, with alternative music leading the pack.
First artists revealed for WOMAD 2020
WOMAD New Zealand is famous for showcasing top artists from around the world and Aotearoa. The 2020 festival is no exception and will feature close to 100 hours of music, dance and voices across eight stages. Over three days Ngāmotu's stunning Brooklands Park and the TSB Bowl of Brooklands will once again be transformed into a village of colour, energy and inclusion.
mclusky* to play two NZ shows
Featuring Future of the Left members Andrew “Falco” Falkous and Jack Egglestone, with the addition of Damien Sayell from the St Pierre Snake Invasion, the Cardiff outfit will be playing venues in Wellington and Auckland this January.
Good Vibes returning for 2020
After a successful tour across Aotearoa this year, Good Vibes Summer festival will be hitting the sunny coast of Gisborne in summer 2020.
Laneway Auckland 2020 - first lineup revealed!
The most exciting rock band on the planet. A pop artist who is as successful as she is boundary-pushing. One of the finest electronic acts in recent years. Australia’s most productive psych-rock band. And so much more. The 2020 Laneway line-up is here!
Lloyd Cole set for NZ tour
Lloyd Cole has confirmed six New Zealand concerts in November for his “From Rattlesnakes to Guesswork” tour, with Lloyd Cole and the Commotions guitarist Neil Clark joining him on stage.
Ella Mai to play Auckland show
Chart-topping, Grammy-winning R&B artist Ella Mai will top off a phenomenal year and kick off 2020 in style with an Auckland show.
Shapeshifter announce New Years Eve show
Festival favourites SHAPESHIFTER return to welcome in 2020 on the stunning paradise coast of the Coromandel this New Years Eve!
Backstreet Boys announce Auckland show
Backstreet’s back, alright! Get your group together, because the biggest selling Boy Band of all time (100 million albums), the BACKSTREET BOYS are heading back to New Zealand in 2020 for a show at Auckland’s Spark Arena on Saturday, May 16.
Tour News - Mel Parsons Announces Solo Spring Tour in 2019
Needing little introduction on these shores, award-winning singer songwriter Mel Parsons is hitting the road with her new album 'Glass Heart' for an intimate solo tour of some her favourite New Zealand venues.
Book Review: Dead People I Have Known, Shayne Carter
By Andra Jenkin
Title/Author: Dead People I Have Known / Shayne Carter
Soundsplash 2020 - First Line-up for Raglan and Timaru Festivals announced!
Soundsplash 2020 locks in some
of the biggest names in music for Raglan and Timaru festivals including Peking Duk (DJ set), Polo G, Winston Surfshirt, Stan Walker, Mitch James, Tiki Taane and Sons of Zion!
Presented By Pato Entertainment & Mitch Lowe (Audiology)
Mousey announces first ever NZ tour in support of debut album, Lemon Law
One of the most exciting new acts in New Zealand music, Mousey, has just announced her first-ever nationwide tour to celebrate the release of her debut album, LEMON LAW, due for release on October 4. Mousey and her six-piece band will kick off the nine-date tour in Raglan on October 4; winding up in Akaroa on October 24.
The Flaming Lips add special guest, The Grates, to Brisbane show
photog. George Salisbury
Tickets on sale now!
Brisbane’s own indie rock royalty, The Grates, have been invited along for the ride, and will treat their hometown crowd to classics from their extensive and impressive catalogue of tunes including 19-20-20 and Turn Me On.
Soundspalsh Festival Expands to the South Island in 2020
Soundsplash, one of New Zealand’s longest-running festivals, will expand next year with the event taking place simultaneously in Raglan and now Timaru. Dates for the festival have been announced from the 17th-19th January 2020. Presented By Pato Entertainment & Mitch Lowe (Audiology)
Live Review - We Will Rock You
By Frankie Champion
Date / Venue: Tuesday August 20th, 2019 - Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland
Okilly Dokilly announce NZ shows
Okilly Dokilly is the world's only Nedal band. Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, a majority of the band's lyrics are direct Flanders quotes. The band's current members include Head Ned (vocals), Dread Ned (drums), Shred Ned (guitar), Bed Ned (bass) and Zed Ned (synth).
First line-up for Rhythm & Vines revealed
Some of the worlds biggest music industry heavyweights will be once again returning to Gisborne this December to bring in the new decade at New Zealand’s longest-running music festival, Rhythm and Vines.
Going Global Presents 2019 artist line-up
Independent Music NZ share the incredible line-up performing at this year's Going Global Presents - an artist showcase following the two-day Going Global Music Summit which invites over 20 international speakers to share their experience and expertise.
Tour News - Alice Cooper announces NZ & Australian tour in 2020!
Iconic shock rocker and Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famer Alice Cooper has announced he’s returning to New Zealand in February 2020 with his all-new "Ol' Black Eyes Is Back" show.