July 2026
Achtung! Single Release
Hot off the back of their first single, Achtung! are stoked to be playing their next single (and some other songs) off their debut album. Bringing their signature cathartic emo-adjacent post-punk sound, this is not a gig to be missed. The lineup is stacked with local music heavyweights This Dog and the Matt Slaughter Band This Dog are a somewhat beloved Ōtautahi Alt grunge band with: 1 charting song 8 NZonAir funding application denials 14 Chess losses to children under…
Find out more »Sunshine – Spirit Boy Single Release Feat. Sam Burt
Hailing from Ōtautahi Christchurch, Spirit Boy make music they love to listen to. With a new three-track EP on the way, Spirit Boy are gearing up for a busy year ahead. The next gig celebrates the release of the first single, Sunshine, a hot new addition to the fan favourites. Led by Ethan Mead’s commanding voice and heartfelt songwriting, the band draw inspiration from Americana and folk artists of the 60s and 70s, the earnestness of 80s new romanticism, and…
Find out more »King Kapisi South Island Winter Tour
🔥 THE MUD BAR PRESENTS 🔥 Christchurch, get ready for one massive night as the legendary KING KAPISI hits The Mud Bar for the “Here We Go Again” South Island Music Release Winter Tour 🎤🔥 Supported by: ⚡ Riddim Cartel ⚡ Future Flowz ⚡ Messenjah ⚡ Briggs ⚡ Prazme 📅 Saturday 18th July 📍 The Mud Bar – Christchurch ⏰ 9PM till late 🎟 $20 Entry 🔞 R18 Event Expect huge vibes, live performances, heavy beats, and an unforgettable party…
Find out more »Raylee Bradfield, Ananda Massa And Quiet Minds
They say, birds of a feather flock together and this trio of musical acts is no exception. Established singer and songwriter, **Raylee Bradfield** (Americana/Folk/Pop) brings her music to Ōtautahi after recently moving from Auckland, sharing songs from her latest live album with local stalwart musicians, Jack Harré (drums), Rob Daglish (bass) and Sam McKay (electric guitar). Barcelona-born singer and songwriter **Ananda Massa** (Jazz/Folk/Pop) joins the triple star lineup performing songs from her soon-to-be-released album with her band, Sam McKay, John…
Find out more »Horsehands And Minerva (concept=album?)
Join horsehands and Minerva at Darkroom for an evening of musical performance and wonder. Both groups have plans to record/release an album in the not too distant future. Ponder with them, as they take on the challenge of conceptualising these albums. concept=album? Minerva will treat you to their alt-rock, shoegaze-y sounds. Their recent EP Juno's Crush should give you an idea, so maybe go give that a listen and report back. The band horsehands will perform a set of songs,…
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