September 2026
Shred Fest – Feat Obscura (GER), FVKVSHIMA & Guests
September 2026 – Prepare your necks and brace your ears — SHRED FEST 2026 is coming! The renowned travelling metal festival will storm across Australia and New Zealand, delivering an unmatched celebration of technical excellence, intensity, and musical precision. SHRED FEST 2026 promises a diverse and uncompromising showcase of extreme metal — from technical precision to devastating heaviness. Expect the ultimate convergence of musicianship, passion, and power. Every year, SHRED FEST sets its sights on a new continent, bringing together…
Find out more »The Psychotic Takedown Tour – South Island Slaughter
Watch J Solo Project lay NZ to insanity with its upcoming tour starting in the south island. Including Special Guests - Spicy Vikings (Christchurch) - Narcotic Tonsils (Christchurch) 18th September -Churchills - Christchurch R18 Event Tickets Cost $15.00 Let's make this one for the history books and support NZ Metal!
Find out more »Karleshia – Single Release Show!
Karleshia is a local artist from Ōtautahi, Christchurch and FINALLY releasing their newest works. Come along to celebrate their single release of Holy Low and hear more of their upcoming E.P which is set to release in October. Also in the line up to hear wonderful tunes from: Willowby Quiet Minds Raylee Bradfield
Find out more »Slim With The Response
SLIM with The Response. it's gonna be a great night! SLIM Slim emerged from the Ōtautahi scene in the late 90s and quickly built a reputation for blistering live shows and sharp, melodic alt-rock with a punk edge. They released their underground classic album Drive Thru on Wildside Records in 2001. The band toured extensively throughout New Zealand alongside label mates Head Like A Hole, Shihad, Future Stupid, and seminal Kiwi acts such as Fur Patrol & Betchadupa . Over…
Find out more »Soft Bait NZ Tour
Following the release of Life Advice and their first Australian tour, four-piece Soft Bait return home this September for a run of headline shows across Aotearoa. Known for their loud, energetic live shows, the band will bring songs from Life Advice, earlier favourites, and a glimpse of what's next to Wellington, Taupō, Hamilton, Auckland, Lyttelton and Dunedin.
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