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hexxer – Debut Perfomance
Come and experience the debut performance of Christchurch alt-rock project - ɹǝxxǝɥ. hexxer is a four-piece alt-rock project by Sam Butler with members: Jono Blackie, Ezra Howell, and Ollie Hill. We are very passionate and excited to showcase our work that has been years in the making. Thank you. Support: - POLSON - Jam Henderson - Burning Monk Venue: Darkroom Doors open at 8PM C u there.
Techno Tunnel
The energy, the people, the music- Techno Tunnel is a night where you get to fully express your vibe. Inspired & created by DJ’s whose purpose is to keep the dance floor energised and alive! Expect emotion, power, connection, No Fluff, No Ego, just nice people dancing to great Techno Music.
RADIO ON + OTHER VOICES – Proto-Punk/Punk/Post-Punk Showcase
Sanctuary Events present RADIO ON + OTHER VOICES Proto-punk + Punk + Post-punk showcase Christchurch bands RADIO ON & OTHER VOICES join forces to perform an evening of classic Proto-punk, Punk and Post-punk songs. Both bands will be covering songs that influenced the Punk Evolution from the late 60s Proto-punk through to mid 80s Post-punk. Featuring artists such as; Sex Pistols, The Clash, Ramones, Bowie, Buzzcocks, The Damned, Stiff Little Fingers, T-Rex, X-Ray Spex, Magazine, Joy Division, The Stooges, The…
Tealskie EP Release Show
Ōtautahi four-piece Tealskie are celebrating the release of their debut EP “Misery in Serenity” on the 30th of August at Space Academy. Tealskie are a magnetic rock-fusion four-piece hailing from Ōtautahi, they have shared stages with the likes of; The Rions, Great Gable, The Grogans, WHOSHOTSCOTT, JUJULIPPS, Park Rd & Wax Mustang. For the first time they are headlining their own show with the support of Ōtautahi upcomers - LEMONRIDGE. Doors open at 8pm with LEMONRIDGE on at 8:30 -…
Mental Joy, Kurupted, The Lost Haven
Mental Joy's debut headlining gig. Supported by: Kurupted The Lost Haven Doors 8:00pm First band 8:30pm Tickets are $10
Radio On + Other Voices – Proto-punk/Punk/Post-punk Showcase
Sanctuary Events presents RADIO ON + OTHER VOICES Proto-punk + Punk + Post-punk showcase Christchurch bands RADIO ON & OTHER VOICES join forces to perform an evening of classic Proto-punk, Punk and Post-punk songs. Both bands will be covering songs that influenced the Punk Evolution from the late 60s Proto-punk through to mid 80s Post-punk. Featuring artists such as; Sex Pistols, The Clash, Ramones, Bowie, Buzzcocks, The Damned, Stiff Little Fingers, T-Rex, X-Ray Spex, Magazine, Joy Division, The Stooges, The…
Darkroom Open Mic Night
Join us for our Open Mic Night, on the first Weds of each month! Doors open 6:30pm with music from 7pm Sound person, drum kit, mics, and bass and guitar amps provided. Sign up on the blackboard on the night to play for up to 15mins. Spots are limited, first in first served. Musicians and bands of any genre, and any musical ability/experience level welcome to perform. Solo acts and group acts all welcome! Free entry R18 R.O.A.R.
The Grogans ‘Stagger’ NZ Tour 2025
Ready to take these new tracks on the road, The Grogans new album Stagger is out, plus the band are excited to announce a headline tour across New Zealand. Exploring another side of The Grogans' music, Stagger is a patchwork of different sounds and sonic inspirations that all come together in the one album, it came from this idea that it was a jagged and stylistically different album track to track, explain The Grogans. Kicking off their tour at Loons…
Scattered Sound Sessions Vol 2
Darkroom and MAINZ present Scattered Sound Sessions - showcasing our fave poets, wordsmiths, and folk, indie & acoustic musicians performing in nooks and crannies and cosy corners. Volume 2, the Spring edition, is coming up on Sept 4th. This session's line up includes performances from Deej Cooper, ElectricStarfi, Hunter Craig, Daydream Dykes and more! Thurs Sept 4th 7pm doors, music from 7:30pm Volume 1 sold out quickly, so get your ticket asap for this time round! Tickets $20 from UTR.…
Scattered Sound Sessions Vol 2
Darkroom and MAINZ present Scattered Sound Sessions - showcasing our fave poets, wordsmiths, and folk, indie & acoustic musicians performing in nooks and crannies and cosy corners. Volume 2, the Spring edition, is coming up on Sept 4th. Line up announcement coming soon, but for now - save the date! Thurs Sept 4th 7pm doors, music from 7:30pm Volume 1 sold out quickly, so get your ticket asap for this time round! Join our host Deej Cooper as he guides…
DEPECHE MODE Music Night
Sanctuary Events present An evening of DEPECHE MODE Music Night with DJs Regress & 59 to 1 Come dance the night away to all your favourite DM songs! Our Sanctuary DJs with be playing a special selection of songs from Depeche Mode's most iconic albums. You Just Can't Get Enough!! Tickets available from UTR.co.nz R18 R.O.A.R
ŌHC FEST – Ōtautahi Hardcore Festival
ŌHC FEST - A SOUTH ISLAND HARDCORE/PUNK FESTIVAL. Hardcore music and culture lands in Ōtautahi. Lineup: Shuv It (Tasman) Shuriken (Pōneke) Internet Death (Ōtautahi) (Final show) Vagina Dry (Ōtepoti) Strap (Ōtepoti) Radium (Ōtautahi) Kisser (Ōtautahi Records, merch and zines from Ride On Super Sound. Sep 6th Space Academy Please be aware before buying a ticket: No pass outs No heavy intox
ŌHC FEST – Ōtautahi Hardcore Festival
ŌHC FEST - A SOUTH ISLAND HARDCORE/PUNK FESTIVAL. Hardcore music and culture lands in Ōtautahi. Lineup: Shuv It (Tasman) Shuriken (Pōneke) Internet Death (Ōtautahi) (Final show) Vagina Dry (Ōtepoti) Strap (Ōtepoti) Radium (Ōtautahi) Kisser (Ōtautahi Records, merch and zines from Ride On Super Sound. Sep 6th Space Academy Please be aware before buying a ticket: No pass outs No heavy intox
ŌHC FEST – Ōtautahi Hardcore Festival
ŌHC FEST - A SOUTH ISLAND HARDCORE/PUNK FESTIVAL. Hardcore music and culture lands in Ōtautahi. Lineup: Shuv It (Tasman) Shuriken (Pōneke) Internet Death (Ōtautahi) (Final show) Vagina Dry (Ōtepoti) Strap (Ōtepoti) Radium (Ōtautahi) Kisser (Ōtautahi Records, merch and zines from Ride On Super Sound. Sep 6th Space Academy Please be aware before buying a ticket: No pass outs No heavy intox
Adrenochrome Babies – ‘Disorder’ – Single Release Party
Join Adrenochrome Babies at Darkroom as they celebrate the release of 'Disorder'; the first single from an upcoming album. Filling the bill are some of Christchurch's finest sonic craftsmen, including Kwasi, Are You Or Have You Ever Been and Necrum Select. Shall be an absolute ripper of an evening. R18 R.O.A.R.