September 2025
Soft Bait – Life Advice – Album Release Tour
Tāmaki Makaurau post-punk outfit Soft Bait are hitting the road this September in celebration of their new album Life Advice, out July 25 via Flying Nun Records. Known for their sharp lyricism, driving basslines and chaotic-but-considered live shows, the four-piece are bringing their wiry energy and weird charm to stages across the motu. Life Advice is a hook-heavy record full of tightly wound rhythms, jagged guitars and lines that sound like overheard wisdom from a mate you probably shouldn’t be…
Find out more »General Kala
Taking their lead from classic analog synth acts of the late 1970s and early '80s, as well as progressive and rock luminaries of both decades, General Kala have been described (by others) as "Ultravox meets Kate Bush", and "the fusion of visceral, soaring, melodic dance composition with vintage synthesis and syncopated rhythm". GK EPs are now available on compact disk, cassette and digital download from generalkala.com. The EP collection includes the re-recorded debut HEXAD, alongside SLEEPWALKER, NIGHT FLIGHT, THE PRETERNATURAL…
Find out more »Punk vs Metal 2025
Stretch it out metalheads, limber up punks, it’s back and it’s vile. Ladies and gentlemen prepare yourselves for Punk vs Metal 2025 Offering another punishing night of tunes, brews and foods, this year we’re packing thirteen filthy acts including 3 MASSIVE heavy hitting reinforcements representing both punk and metal from around the country. Come soak in atmosphere and embrace the noise of… - Anti Stasi - The Camel Tony’s - Carradine Choke - Cock Slaughter - Empire - Extorted -…
Find out more »The Terrys
After taking a break from the road to focus on writing their self-titled album “The Terrys”. The boys are back and are coming to a city near you! Playing songs you all know and love! Terrys VIP Experience: ONE (1) GA TICKET MEET & GREET AND PHOTO OPPORTUNITY WITH THE TERRYS ACCESS TO THE TERRYS SOUNDCHECK PARTY ONE (1) EXCLUSIVE THE TERRYS MERCH ITEM ONE (1) COMMEMORATIVE VIP LAMINATE, SIGNED BY THE TERRYS CROWD FREE MERCH SHOPPING + EARLY MERCH…
Find out more »Young Moon-Orbiting Islands Tour
Young Moon head to the legendary Space Academy with support from Violet French and The Horrible. Young Moon is heading out on their Orbiting Islands tour this August and September, playing seven shows across the South Island of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The tour follows the release of their double E.P Paraverbal Orchids / Young Moon Is a Broken Bone on HOME ALONE, and brings their thoughtful, atmospheric sound to intimate venues around the motu. Young Moon began as the solo project…
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