Hailing from the deeply rooted backlands of Blenheim New Zealand, Auckland based Daily J have constructed their own unique sound, offering blissful blends of warm swirling melodies, dynamic basslines and a subtle pop electronica influence that leaves you feeling swooned.
“Bigger” is the first taster of new music since the release of Fazerdaze’s recent EP Break!, a powerful and cathartic collection of songs that marked her first new music in over five years. The EP was completed during a three-month long lockdown in NZ while Amelia was living in solitude for the first time, and directly in the aftermath of a nine year long relationship. Fazerdaze’s debut album Morningside was critically acclaimed, with rave reviews from publications such as Pitchfork and MOJO, and tours to the other side of the world from her previous home base of Auckland.
Louis Baker is undoubtedly one of the most soulful voices to emerge from Aotearoa New Zealand’s fertile musical landscape. Crafting his work from a place of deep artistic integrity, Louis has gathered a loyal following that spans the world over.
With a new record on the horizon following 2022’s critically acclaimed ‘Slow Burn’, multi award-winning indie folk troubadour Mel Parsons is one of Aotearoa’s established songwriting stars. Parsons’ beguiling voice, razor sharp wit and deft hand on the guitar makes for a captivating live show.
Formed by singer/songwriter Barry Saunders in Mt Victoria, Wellington in 1987, playing a hybrid blend of country/soul/folk with a dose of 50’s style rock’n’roll. The Warratahs have made a unique style of their own, becoming a part of New Zealand’s musical landscape and touring extensively around the country and Australia.
D.C. Maxwell is the former frontman of high-octane punk band Roidz, who amassed a cult following in New Zealand and North America for their angsty teen punk anthems and no-holds-barred performances.
Tāmaki Makaurau’s midnight sunshine, Erny Belle, is a sweet enigma adorned by dark dreams, wild wonder, and spellbinding song. The musical veil of Ngāpuhi singer-songwriter Aimee Renata emerged onto the scene with a billowing aura of mystery but swiftly enamoured audiences with her heartful and haunting abstractions of life weaved into gorgeous composition.
Lou’ana, a Kiwi Pacific Artist, singer-songwriter & musician. A unique voice described as “…big, so beautiful and so luminous it contains worlds within worlds.” Music Net. Inspired by American funk, soul & disco – Lou’ana infuses these nostalgic grooves with her own spirit and stories.
While most bands just worry about noise control getting called to their practice space, spare a thought for Tom Lark whose routine practice space and studio was demolished in the aftermath of the Christchurch earthquake.
Suddenly, with nowhere to practice and record with his usual band, Lark found himself retreating to his bedroom. Rather than be discouraged by the setback, he instead discovered inspiration in the newfound restrictions and was soon penning new songs in a fresh voice and style.
Yurt Party are a one-of-a-kind musical feast, creating collective joy for over 5 years across Aotearoa. The 6+ piece band have been converting festival audiences around NZ on the dancefloor and in the heart.
Recently described in Spin Magazine as “experts at live Rock N Roll” Con Carne are a journey rock band hailing from Ōtautahi Christchurch in Aotearoa. The four-piece of fathers joined forces due to fortuitous friendships and familial ties that began to flourish out of a shared passion for ferocious guitars, fastidious drums, and yeast-fermented malt flavored with hops.
Music Arts graduate, former session guitarist and 2022 Silver Scroll nominee, Emily C. Browning has recently debuted as a sole producer on her latest alt pop tracks “Andy” and “I Wasn’t Into You Anyway”. Emily has shared sessions with Maroon 5 members, David Ryan Harris, and with writers behind Dua Lipa, Shawn Mendes and Fifth Harmony.
Goodwill is the brainchild of producer and songwriter Will McGillivray. Will cut his teeth in his teenage years touring overseas and playing major NZ festivals. Born in a home studio and leaning into a love of dissonant guitars, droning analog synths, grainy lo-fi and longing melody, Will’s recent musical venture is more thoughtful and honest than ever.
No Broadcast is a captivating musical collective that emerged from the vibrant environment and external influences of Christchurch, New Zealand. Since its inception in 2007, No Broadcast has been crafting a unique musical experience that combines elements of post-rock and alternative rock. Drawing inspiration from esteemed New Zealand acts like HDU and Jakob, as well as international sensations such as Mogwai, Radiohead, Sigur Ros, and The Veils, No Broadcast’s sound resonates with a captivating energy.
Described most often as “dreamy”, this lofi dream-pop project is produced by Annemarie Duff out of Otautahi, in the South Island of New Zealand.
After building traction over the last few years with a string of successful releases, her latest EP “Cinnamon” is full of ethereal bangers and driven by sonic creativity.
The music of Franco-American singer-songwriter Tess Liautaud can not be easily defined. It hangs in the balance of her voice, warm like honey; it carries a depth of raw emotion, delivered with melodic grace and country soul.