Music
Jenny Mitchell has spent more than a decade writing songs. Originally from Gore and now based in Melbourne, she has become one of the most recognisable names in the Aotearoa country scene, earning an Aotearoa Music Award and four Australian Golden Guitar nominations along the way. Her new single, Mr
Interview
Societal expectations have been a recurring theme across our articles in recent weeks. Creation is a nifty craft that takes the experience of living down unique pathways. As such, it is my experience that a lot of musicians fall outside conventional realms of 'how you should be' - it
Music
Monolith Pleasure Cult may not yet be household name. But the project has a history that really stands out. Previously releasing music as Sal Valentine, the artist also had stint as drummer for iconic NZ group The Beths. With a track record of this calibre, the music carries a level
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Aubrie Mitchell has a knack for turning the things that get under her skin into music. Her latest single, Where She Goes, digs into the pressures of holding impossible standards and an idealised version of yourself - a byproduct of modern culture I'm sure many will find relatable. The
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Life can be immense and complex. Most of us know this. Through its turbulence, time has a way of dulling the vibrancy and wonder of the human experience. As kids, everything seems so marvellous. As adults, it becomes a constant process of figuring it all out. But perhaps a little
Music
I've never been short of praise for Rockquest Promotions and the platform they provide for young artists. I myself enjoyed three years partaking in the competition, and like many took a lot of inspiration and self belief from my experiences. Well, the event has now wrapped up for
Music
Hip Hop is synonymous with pushing the boundaries of conventional music culture. Every now and then a new artist comes along and changes the game entirely. There is something about Furo 4404 that really stands out to me. It could be in the name... it's rare to see
Industry
Holy smokes. I was absolutely floored when I first saw the lineup for Electric Avenue earlier this morning. Kings of Leon, Kasabian, Calvin Harris, Kehlani, Major Lazer, Bebe Rexha, Jungle. This is the most impressive New Zealand festival lineup I can recall since the days of Big Day Out. What
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At 23, Sabreen has built a creative practice that spans music, writing and cultural expression. Her songwriting draws from lived experiences, identity and the process of figuring it all out. For Sabreen, making music is as much about growth as it is about creation. With a new EP, Forget Me
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Aotearoa’s live music scene is packed with bands finding bigger audiences, and Wet Denim are right in the middle of it. The Wellington group have spent the past few years building a reputation through their live shows and sharp, guitar driven songwriting. With EP Water For Dogs out tomorrow,
Review
The early 2010s delivered an incredible era for electronic indie music. Bands that had the ethos and attitude of a guitar driven sound but instead relied on synthesisers to do the heavy lifting. I'm talking about artists such as Passion Pit, MIA, and LCD Soundsystem, as well as
Culture
Folk music has a proud history in New Zealand, and this spirit is deeply entrenched within Tāmaki Makaurau's annual celebration, Auckland Folk Festival. The largest dedicated folk music festival in Aotearoa, the event has an inclusive community feel and a level of ambition that reflects the growth, creativity