September 2025
Maximum Wage Debut
Imagine winning 4.5 million dollars! Then forget about it and buy a ticket to this instead. You might hit the JACKPOT! Maximum Wage harnesses song-writer Charlotte’s playful rage at the general current State of It with evocative, elevator-punk bangers about friendship, jobs and not-jobs, dogs, wedding rants and the environmental decline of the Waitaha Canterbury plains. It’s angry, but in a fun way. It’s Blondie, but with a brunette and a rural kiwi accent. It’s Yeah Yeah Yeahs, but more…
Find out more »ULTRA*SONIC III
ULTRA*SONIC III ULTRA*SONIC III - 30 YEAR REVIVAL BACK FROM THE (G)RAVE It’s September 1995 – A peak time for electronic music in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Ultrasonic 1 & 2 have just taken place at the derelict West End Picture Theatre. The vintage cinema saw 1000s of ravers descend upon Cathedral Square for a legendary night of sonic mayhem. Thirty years after the originals, Ultrasonic 3 returns to commemorate and celebrate rave culture in Ōtautahi. The third installment will revive the…
Find out more »LOCAL MOTION
Step onto the dance floor for Local Motion—a night of deep, funky, adventurous house music at one of Christchurch’s most unique, intimate venues right by the water in Ferrymead. We’re inviting house heads and lovers of Ibiza-inspired journeys to experience something truly special, guided by DJ wattsson. Wattsson brings a signature blend of lush grooves, hypnotic synths, and authentic artistry—a journey celebrated at NZ’s biggest festivals. Immerse yourself in music carefully curated for connection and joy. This isn’t about the…
Find out more »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…
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