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London has become a rite of passage for many Kiwis. Some love it so much they put down roots. For Dec Ramsay it's been nearly ten years. But that doesn’t mean they've forgotten where they're originally from. Growing up in Ngamotu, New Plymouth
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Sometimes the greatest talent can be found behind the scenes. For years, HOPE supported across various projects - lending her voice as a backing artist. In 2025 she started spreading her wings as an artist in her own right. And today, her latest single dropped, further cementing her as one to
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Niki Kennedy is about to release her new album The Space In Between. The record captures a two year period of writing and self-production, underpinned by questions of identity and culture. Born and raised in Tāmaki Makaurau and now based in Toronto, Kennedy has established a sound around roots
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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
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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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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
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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
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Pōneke hip hop groovers, Raw Collective have dropped another smooth track stacked with chill vibes. The eight piece band are building to an upcoming album release and if this latest song is anything to go by, listeners are in for a treat. Featuring Iharaira Starr, Tables Turn moves through off-
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Waiheke Island is a hub of creative activity and it's no different when it comes to music. Local artist Sophie Aston has released a number of captivating songs to date including the uplifting yet vulnerable Stardust, just earlier this year. Her latest offering, Indigo is dynamic and expansive.
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Rhythm & Alps has announced its 2026 lineup, with a strong contingent of Aotearoa artists joining international headline acts for two days of music in Cardrona Valley. The festival takes place on December 30 and 31, with BENEE, Fat Freddy’s Drop, Shapeshifter, NO CIGAR, Borderline, Powder Chutes, Where'
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Louis Baker announces a nationwide tour throughout October and November, alongside the release of his new full-length studio album on October 9th. A singer-songwriter and producer, Louis Baker is a Wellingtonian at heart who has thrived in both local and international music spaces. His previous works have made
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After announcing it's return for 2027 following a four year hiatus, boutique Wairarapa festival Tora Bombora has revealed it's full line up for the comeback event. Leading the way are a number of notable names - most prominently Dallas Tamiara from Fat Freddy's Drop who
