Nuclear Blast launches Australian and New Zealand A&R Division
Record label giant, Nuclear Blast, launch new Australia and New Zealand A&R divisions. Believe Digital recently acquired a majority stake in the label and has seen these giants of the music industry join forces in an alliance of two massive companies’ intent on exploring all options in the music industry.
The Saboteurs Announce Special Guests Laura Imbruglia (Melbourne) & Johnny Hunter (Sydney)
The Saboteurs announce their special guests for Australia shows. Laura Imbruglia will be bringing her just-released album to the now sold out Melbourne show; Johnny Hunter is joining them for their Sydney show at Big Top Luna Park, tickets are still available!
Queen & Adam Lambert returning to NZ!
Heading to New Zealand Stadiums in February 2020!
Returning to Auckland - First Time Ever in Wellington and Dunedin!
Midnight Oil are performing in Wollongong and Canberra this May
Iconic Australian rock band Midnight Oil has announced two intimate gigs for late May. These will be the Oils' only Australian concerts for 2019 apart from their headlining appearance at the world’s most remote music festival, The Big Red Bash, near Birdsville on July 18.
Pop visionary Lauv announces Auckland show this November
Pop’s new heartbreak king, Lauv, announces Auckland show for this November, with special guest, Carlie Hanson.
Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra start NZ tour this week
Out of Canada - Tequlia Mockingbird Orchestra kick off their NZ tour this week.
METALLICA, WORLDWIRED TOUR, SECOND MELBOURNE SHOW ADDED
DUE TO EXTRAORDINARY DEMAND – A 2ND & FINAL
MELBOURNE SHOW ANNOUNCED
AUCKLAND SHOW ANNOUNCED
YOU ARE US/AROHA NUI: Auckland and Christchurch lineups announced
AUCKLAND LINEUP ANNOUNCED
CHRISTCHURCH LINEUP ANNOUNCED FEATURING SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE BY LORDE.
Auckland and Christchurch tickets on sale now!
MATT CORBY ANNOUNCES SUPPORT FOR 'RAINBOW VALLEY' TOUR, STARTS IN NZ ON APRIL 18
Matt Corby announces the special guest MANE joining him for his Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch shows in April as part of his Rainbow Valley nationwide tour.
With a haunting and high energy live set, MANE’s explosive indie pop is something that has to be seen to be fully believed. With big bold vocals and tunes that have any crowd singing and dancing along to the saddest of songs, you can't help but have a great time at a MANE show.
The Australian leg of the tour is currently underway with Matt and the band playing songs from the new album Rainbow Valley to audiences for the first time.
San Diego trio The Schizophonics announce their first New Zealand tour for May / June this year
The wild, gyrating, and down-right gymnastic, guitarist Pat Beers is joined by his wife Lety on drums and bass player Blake Lindquist ... and yes, Beers is their real name.
The Schizophonics are, in one word, EXPLOSIVE. When they hit the stage, they grab your attention and don’t let go. They’ve built up a formidable reputation in their home base of San Diego and a fervent following among locals.
Moby Rich announce headline Australian shows
LA two-piece Moby Rich have announced two headline shows on their debut Australian tour this May. With their latest single Blink bringing further attention to the duo, this Australian tour is the perfect opportunity to catch two indie stars on the rise. Support on the tour comes from yergurl in Melbourne, whose lo-fi beats and unique pop style made her a Triple J Unearthed favourite. Sydney support will be from Hoodlem, a streaming sensation with her mix of experimental soul and future R&B.
Hellions 2019 Rue Australian Tour: Eat Your Heart Out Join Sydney Support, + Fan T-Shirt Design Competition Announced
Hellions have launched a Fan T-Shirt Design Competition, giving punters a chance to show off their creative flare for a cause—Girls Rock! Australia—and have announced the supporting act for Sydney show.
Hellions have rounded off their already stacked line-up of local support with the addition of Newcastle natives Eat Your Heart Out in Sydney. Since emerging in 2012 Eat Your Heart Out have established their very own brand of grunge-y emo energy
Billie Eilish, additional seating for both Auckland and Brisbane shows announced
Indie-pop sensation Billie Eilish announces extra seats for Auckland show and upgrades her Brisbane venue to fit more fans inside. Tickets on sale now for additional seating!
10th Annual Taite Music Prize announces their 2019 winners!
Independent Music NZ are happy to announce their 2019 Taite Music Prize 2019 winners!
WOMAD 2019
WOMAD 2019, a weekend of artists from all around the globe, representing the multicultural melting pot of music entertainment.
Villainy announce New Zealand RAISED IN THE DARK tour
Hot on the heels of a triumphant performance to a capacity crowd at Homegrown, rockers Villainy have just announced a nationwide tour, which will coincide with the release of their highly-anticipated third album, Raised in the Dark.
YOU ARE US/AROHA NUI, New Zealand responds to terror attacks with music and love
YOU ARE US/AROHA NUI, New Zealand musicians and artists come together for Christchurch. Presented by Mike King and with kiwi-music faves on the lineup, the two events are an act of love and unity. All proceeds, from ticket booking fees to day-of, will be donated to the Our People, Our City fund which was set-up by the Christchurch Foundation to support and care for those affected by terror attacks.
Metallica WordWired Tour sold out in 12 minutes!
Metallica’s WorldWired one-and-only New Zealand show sold out in 12-minutes!
The Beatles' Abbey Road Live: Bringing one of the greatest records of all time to life
Darren Middleton (POWDERFINGER), Mark Wilson (JET), Davey Lane (YOU AM I) and Kram (SPIDERBAIT) have joined forces to become ARC, one of the most collectively celebrated and successful supergroups in Australia’s rock history will be performing Abbey Road live, commemorating 50 years of existence.
Abbey Road, The Beatles' swansong and their crowning achievement as a recording group - is a stately, majestic, playful yet fiercely rocking masterpiece of pop music, regarded as one of the greatest records of all time.
YBN NAHMIR Announces May 2019 Australian and NZ Tour
New wave hip hop sensation and leader of the YBN Crew YBN NAHMIR will be touring Australia and New Zealand for the first time this May.