May 2026
Tephra with Troika and Ragweed
Tephra are storming back with a darkroom debut on May 15th joined by local music titans Troika and Ragweed! Tephra are a post rock trio whose sound expands upon the genre unique to New Zealand. Come see atmospheric lush textures form into crushing soundscapes and piercing melodies. Using busy delays and massive reverbs, Tephra bring the familiar melancholy of the genre whilst also bringing the metal with extended range guitars and modern metal tones. Ragweed are an alt metal powerhouse!…
Find out more »The Dou Bros: Often In A Lifetime
It’s about time for the Dou Bros to return to the fabled darkroom to sink some Double Browns and regale legendary true tales. The Dou Bros are the inevitable fusion of rigorous jamming and a lifetime of Double Browning. With classic songs such as “Everybody Want’s a Double Brown” and “Double Brown Eyed Girl”, their saucy nature and unforgettable stories will have you reconsidering your next slab purchase at the supermarket. If you’re into silly songs, tasty jams, and the…
Find out more »Ano Pascoe + The Floating Moon W Akshim Bindra
Ano Pascoe has quietly performed in CHC and NZ and recorded actively from 2010-2026. Creating an atmospheric dream pop sound with various influences attempting something like Cowboy Junkies meets Spiritualised. He has a new band now known as 'The Floating Moon' backing him, with Caleb Brand (bass) and Braden Ramsell (drums). Ably supported by Akshim Bindra. || Doors 7pm || || Akshim Bindra 7:30pm|| || Ano Pascoe + The Floating Moon 8:15pm||
Find out more »Sentient Mud – EP Tour – Christchurch
The first stop of Sentient Muds south island tour to celebrate releasing our second EP. With support from: Saint Peter's Thursday The Perfect Gun $10 Door sales R18 R.O.A.R.
Find out more »Lewis Parke
? LEWIS PARKE - LIVE AT DARKROOM - SATURDAY 23 MAY - DOORS 7:30PM ? SUPPORT FROM EVERGREEN TERRACE Lewis Parke is an emerging indie songwriter from the Christchurch area, indie with a bite: The act features Lewis's lush vocals and intricate guitarwork alongside Ralph Hall's delicate percussion and sampling. The set is a portfolio of released and unreleased material from his catalog. The two just played their first headline show last month which sold out, this emerging duo is…
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