June 2026
Tess Liautaud And Band – Jolie Louise Single Release
“Ma jolie, how do you do?” Franco-American, now Aotearoa's folk-country sweetheart Tess Liautaud is releasing a new song (June 18th), for the first time she showcases her two mother tongues in a bilingual ballad. For this feat Tess Liautaud chose to sing ‘Jolie Louise’ written by French-Canadian singer and producer Daniel Lanois. Liautaud’s version is saturated in unbridled rawness and honesty, she leans into the song's lyrical heartbreak while her band roll out a country romp. It is a song…
Find out more »Oh My Goth! Dark Music Club Night
Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night DJs Regress & 59 to 1 will take you on a journey celebrating the Dark 80s featuring Goth Rock, Post-Punk, Dark Wave, Industrial, Death Rock, Future Pop, Cold Wave, Synth Pop +more Expect to hear music from a selection of these artists and more; ALIEN SEX FIEND, AND ONE, BAUHAUS, CABARET VOLTAIRE, CHRISTIAN DEATH, CLAN OF XYMOX, COCTEAU TWINS, COVENANT, DEAD CAN DANCE, DEATH CULT, DEPECHE MODE, ECHO AND THE…
Find out more »Steffany Beck – Boots Bound For Africa
After an unforgettable run of shows — from rocking One Stadium, Country in the Country, Nostalgia and hitting the road supporting Deacon Blue NZ tour — it’s time for one final send-off before our lead guitarist Nick Burson heads off on his next adventure in Africa. Join us for a massive night of live country music, good vibes, and a proper country farewell celebration for one of the finest guitar slingers around. This is the last hoorah before Nick rides…
Find out more »July 2026
Free Artist Development Seminar – International Touring
Darkroom’s next free artist development seminar is all about touring! Musicians and music-lovers of any genre, ability or experience level are welcome to come along. This could be of interest if you’re planning an NZ tour, are ready to cross the ditch to play some Aussie shows, or if you’re thinking about heading further afield to Europe or the USA. Or maybe you just want to come along to see some travel photos and hear some travel stories from our…
Find out more »Darkroom Fundraiser Gig – Model Home, Karleshia, Guideless
You're invited to a gig to help support the future of live music in Ōtautahi Christchurch! Come celebrate PC21's progress and show some love for Darkroom on Thurs July 2nd, with local faves Model Home, Guideless and Karleshia taking to the stage! Our local venue operators have been working with Christchurch City Council since 2022 towards updating the noise rules in our city. Progress is positive but slow going, and the best way to support our precious venues in the…
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