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Meet NO COMPLY, the Eclectic New Zealand Hip-Hop Duo

Meet NO COMPLY, the Eclectic New Zealand Hip-Hop Duo

October 2, 2023 NO COMPLY goes beyond the boundaries of genre and takes inspiration from a variety of sounds.
Author: Hannah Powell
DARTZ Aims to Have That Distinct Kiwi Sound, Evoke Kiwi Emotions, and Keep it Punky

DARTZ Aims to Have That Distinct Kiwi Sound, Evoke Kiwi Emotions, and Keep it Punky

September 15, 2023 Pōneke based four-piece DARTZ are a cornerstone of Aotearoa’s live punk scene.
Author: Jorja Parmentier
Soft Plastics Music Makes You Feel Like the Love Interest of a Film Noir

Soft Plastics Music Makes You Feel Like the Love Interest of a Film Noir

September 15, 2023 It’s heart-wrenching, melodious, and highly-executed–much like the rest of Soft Plastics’ music.
Author: Hannah Powell
Get to know multi-instrumentalist, producer, and vocalist Estère, who is an artist whose unique perspective and creativity is endless.

Get to know multi-instrumentalist, producer, and vocalist Estère, who is an artist whose unique perspective and creativity is endless.

July 7, 2023 Fans of artists like Dawn Diver, Blu Trayne, Zoe Moon, Kat Little
Author: Jorja Parmentier
Meet Lepani, the singer-songwriter who went from rugby fields to recording studios [Q&A]

Meet Lepani, the singer-songwriter who went from rugby fields to recording studios [Q&A]

May 29, 2023 Fans of artists like Jon Bellion, Khalid, Justin Bieber
Author: Jorja Parmentier
pop
q&a
UK-based, New Zealand-born Molly Payton is a fast-rising indie talent.

UK-based, New Zealand-born Molly Payton is a fast-rising indie talent.

May 28, 2023 Fans of artists like Newdad, Julia Jacklin, Soccer Mommy
Author: Cassandra Grodd
pop
Get To Know Indie Riff Rock Rebel Wiri Donna

Get To Know Indie Riff Rock Rebel Wiri Donna

May 23, 2023 Fans of artists like Dry Cleaning, Hans Pucket, Daffodils, Fontaines D.C
pop
Meet WHO SHOT SCOTT, the Solo Hip-Hop Project From Zaidoon Nasir

Meet WHO SHOT SCOTT, the Solo Hip-Hop Project From Zaidoon Nasir

April 28, 2023 Introducing WHO SHOT SCOTT, the solo hip-hop project from artist and producer Zaidoon Nasir.
Author: Hannah Powell
Meet Rita Mae, Multi-Musical Talent and Alternative Pop Princess

Meet Rita Mae, Multi-Musical Talent and Alternative Pop Princess

January 24, 2023 Ahead of her third single, 'Sunny Afternoon,' alternative pop artist Rita Mae's musical journey has been rich with immense creativity, growing pains, and an undeniable passion for what she does best.
Author: Cassandra Grodd
Meet Kiki Rockwell, an Innovative New Artist Fresh to New Zealand's Indie Scene

Meet Kiki Rockwell, an Innovative New Artist Fresh to New Zealand's Indie Scene

January 18, 2023 Kiki Rockwell is an innovative new artist fresh to New Zealand’s indie scene.
Meet Jackson Owens, an artist whose soul-warming vocals effortlessly stretch from R’n’B to pop and beyond.

Meet Jackson Owens, an artist whose soul-warming vocals effortlessly stretch from R’n’B to pop and beyond.

December 23, 2022
rnb
Meet Mousey, the singer-songwriter who defies the restriction of genre

Meet Mousey, the singer-songwriter who defies the restriction of genre

September 11, 2022 "The musical journey of Mousey has been one of consistent rebellion."
Author: Ash Wallace
Meet BEXY, the New Zealand Dark Pop Rising Star

Meet BEXY, the New Zealand Dark Pop Rising Star

August 9, 2022 “I only do music for healing and sharing."
Author: Jessica Magtalas
Meet Samara Alofa, the Experimental Aotearoa Artist and 'Earth Punk'

Meet Samara Alofa, the Experimental Aotearoa Artist and 'Earth Punk'

July 6, 2022 "I was a colonized person on a journey of decolonising myself.”
Author: Ash Wallace
Meet Na Noise, the New Zealand Lofi Band Making Waves

Meet Na Noise, the New Zealand Lofi Band Making Waves

April 20, 2022 "The decisions we make aren't always the prettiest, but they're the most fun"
Author: Jessica Magtalas
Meet Leaping Tiger, the New Zealand Artist Creating His Own World

Meet Leaping Tiger, the New Zealand Artist Creating His Own World

March 17, 2022 Born and raised in Auckland, the rising artist has a multidisciplinary vision in mind.
Author: Ash Wallace
Meet Mo Etc., the Soulful Artist Bringing Her Sound to Wellington [Q&A]

Meet Mo Etc., the Soulful Artist Bringing Her Sound to Wellington [Q&A]

January 25, 2022 Mo Etc. represents a character heavily defined by a DIY ethos and expressions of curiosity.
Author: Jessica Magtalas
Meet ONONO, the New Zealand Project With an Escapist-Pop Edge [Q&A]

Meet ONONO, the New Zealand Project With an Escapist-Pop Edge [Q&A]

November 29, 2021 "It's the kind of thing that you could dance hard if you wanted to or you could close your eyes and sort of float away."
Author: Jessica Magtalas
Meet Rhys Rich, the New Zealand Artist With an Infectious and Soothing Sound [Q&A]

Meet Rhys Rich, the New Zealand Artist With an Infectious and Soothing Sound [Q&A]

October 19, 2021 Alongside a live performance from MEOW in New Zealand, we take a closer look at the rising talent.
Author: Jessica Magtalas
r&b
Juno Is, From Drumming in Bands to Embracing Full Creative Control [Q&A]

Juno Is, From Drumming in Bands to Embracing Full Creative Control [Q&A]

September 13, 2021 Juno Is serves dreamy, mysterious, lush, and multilayered psych-pop.
Author: Bryget Chrisfield
Juno Is Performs Live From Her New Zealand Home

Juno Is Performs Live From Her New Zealand Home

August 31, 2021 Juno Is lives and breathes psychedelic dream rock
Author: Ruby Scott