September 2025
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 »Juno’s Crush X hexxer
Double headliner? Space Academy? Say. Less. Juno's Crush x hexxer with support from The Perfect Gun - Thursday Sept 25th @ Space Academy Ōtautahi. DOORS @ 7:30! THE FIRST BAND WILL PLAY @ 8PM! Ōtautahi based five piece Juno's Crush is an indie-gaze band focused in dynamic, dreamy, heavy soundscapes. Playing a set of predominantly original songs they are setting out to refine their live music, get out into the local live scene and continue producing new material. hexxer is…
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 »Ellie Oak EP & Album Fundraiser Show
Ellie Oak has recently recorded a new EP with the award winning producer Tom Healy! We're putting on an exclusive show to kick off our fundraiser campaign to help raise some coin to support us with the costs of the EP and album. At this show you'll get to hear some of the recorded tracks and the live versions too! Doors open at 8pm, at Space Academy in Christchurch on September 26th. There will be door sales with an eftpos…
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