Roady For Roadies picks up speed
The Roady For Roadies walk is picking up speed as tickets sell and donations roll in. The total money now donated has hit $10,000.
Spark Arena rolls out Zero Waste Strategy
Auckland’s Spark Arena has switched to 100% compostable serve ware for public events. This week, the venue is implementing stage one of its Zero Waste Strategy, replacing all single-use cups and hot food packaging with carefully sourced plant-based alternatives.
Vodafone NZ Music Awards 2018 launch includes new Dick Frizzell Tui design
Recorded Music New Zealand has revealed the new direction of the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards with a rejuvenated programme of build-up events and a new Tui trophy designed by renowned artist Dick Frizzell.
Silver Scroll finalists announced, along with Music Director and host
Congratulations to the writers of the five songs announced today as finalists for the 2018 APRA Silver Scroll Award.
Going Global Music Summit first NZ event to sign Keychange Pledge
Independent Music NZ is proud to announce the now sold out Going Global Music Summit is the first New Zealand event to take place having signed the global pledge, Keychange, promoting gender equality across the music industry.
Roady For Roadies - A coast to coast walk to raise funds for NZ Music Industry's behind the scenes workers
On Friday September 21 2018, the music industry and associated businesses will walk the 16km Coast to Coast from Onehunga to downtown Auckland to raise money for road crew “roadies” who may have fallen on hard times. This is not a race, it’s a walk.
GOING GLOBAL 2018 announce new delegates and the two-day panel timetable
The countdown is on! One week to go and GOING GLOBAL 2018 just got REAL with the addition of the twenty nine new delegates and the the two-day panel timetable revealed!
The thirteen hand picked artists to perform at Going Global Presents have been revealed
Independent Music New Zealand have announced 13 hand-picked artists performing at GOING GLOBAL PRESENTS, Saturday 1st September.
New speakers announced for Going Global 2018 including Ruban Nielson from Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Independent Music New Zealand (IMNZ) is thrilled to welcome 2018' keynote speakers Ruban Nielson & Ann Harrison to the 2018 Going Global Music Summit.
Top 20 songs for the 2018 APRA Silver Scroll announced
The top 20 songs in the running for the 2018 APRA Silver Scroll Award have been revealed - congratulations to all the songwriters!
Going Global Music Summit returning for 2018
Auckland City will come alive with a global meeting of musicians, industry, media and music lovers alike...
AudioCulture launches the Aotearoa Hip Hop Timeline
AudioCulture – “the noisy library of New Zealand music” – celebrates its fifth birthday with a brand new feature: a series of interactive timelines
New NZ Hot40 Singles Chart to launch
Recorded Music NZ is launching the Official Hot40 Singles Chart
IGNITE Programme awards MAINZ scholarship to young Aucklander
Twelve young Aucklanders have graduated from the 12-week youth initiative IGNITE, with one of the lucky participants being awarded a MAINZ Scholarship.
Top jazz talent recognised at NZ Jazz Awards
The winners of the Recorded Music NZ Best Jazz Artist and the APRA Best Jazz Composition were announced last night at an awards event ahead of the opening of the Wellington Jazz Festival.
Salmonella Dub Announce Upcoming Gig with L.A.B.
Presented by The Factory & Loop; The legendary Salmonella Dub is bringing their live show to The Factory NZ for their first time, with friends L.A.B. and Soulware.
Announcing the 2018 Pacific Music Award winners
Past winners and rising stars were recognised at last night’s Vodafone Pacific Music Awards at the Vodafone Event Centre in Manukau, Auckland.
2018 Music Month Summit add Speed Networking Sessions
The Official Music Month Summit has announced the addition of Speed Networking Sessions, giving attendees the opportunity to meet some of the Summit speakers face to face.
Rudd School Of Rock 'Rock Band Showcase' this Sunday
Rudd School of Rock's student rock bands perform live at Backbeat, one of Auckland's best live music venues this Sunday May 27th.
Announcing the 2018 finalists for Best NZ Jazz Artist
The Recorded Music NZ Best Jazz Artist and the APRA Best Jazz Composition awards will be presented on the opening night of the Wellington Jazz Festival, Wednesday 6 June.