May 2025
Dr. Reknaw ~ Miracles ~ Album Release
Celebrating the release of their 2nd studio album, Dr Reknaw are bringing their psychedelic folk goddess roots vibrations ON TOUR, with 3 Aotearoa shows and 2 Australian shows, to share the songs from their new album entitled Miracles. Out May 3rd, Miracles is undoubtedly like anything you’ve heard before, a seamless collection of reggae, soul, folk, worship and dance music, and as always the vocals and harmonies of the 2 front woman sisters are ethereal and enchanting. Prepare to experience…
Find out more »Matt Slaughter – She’s From Hamilton Single Release Party
Matt Slaughter and his newly-formed band of friends are taking over Darkroom to celebrate the release of their new single She's From Hamilton on May 2. They'll be joined by two of Ōtautahi's best bands HOIHOI and Sentient Mud for a gig loud enough to be heard on the banks of the mighty Waikato River. Doors from 8pm Bands from 8.30pm
Find out more »GIBSON XCVIII & Crown Back 2 Basics New Zealand Tour – Christchurch
GIBSON XCVIII & Crown are excited to announce their NZ Tour throughout May 2025. To celebrate New Zealand Music Month, GIBSON XCVIII & CROWN are embarking on a nationwide tour around the motu. Known for their dynamic live sound and captivating their audience, both bands are excited to share new material blended into their live set while also providing an unforgettable experience for all. Catch them both playing live in Christchurch at the Taproom. Tickets starting from 5$ + BF…
Find out more »Pony Baby With Tess Liautaud and Jessie Shank
Pony Baby is a super creation of two respectable solo artists in their own right: Jazmine Mary, a folk singer and winner of Taite Music’s Prize for Best Independent Debut on their album The Licking of a Tangerine; and Arahi, described by Banished Music as one of their finest up and coming original artists. Pony baby have recently been nominated for the Independent Debut award at the Taite music Awards.
Find out more »Old Mervs Album Tour
Australia’s fastest rising indie-rock outfit and loveable larrikins Old Mervs are heading on an absolutely mammoth tour around Australia & New Zealand in 2025. Kicking off in May, the WA duo are celebrating the release of their highly awaited debut album, released 21 March 2025. Recorded with ARIA award-winning producer Chris Collins, the self-titled album features “What You’ve Lost”, “Parched”, “Forget It”, See You Again, Everyone One Will See It and a stack of new tunes. Old Mervs have quickly…
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