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Loop Electronic: Tour 001
Loop are proud to announce the debut Loop Electronic Tour, a three-show series across Aotearoa this November celebrating the artists and sounds of Loop Electronic, the label’s new imprint dedicated to forward-thinking electronic music. Experience performances from Sanoi, Harry Charles, and Zuke, with special guest Neil Rice opening the night. Expect deep grooves, emotive soundscapes, and dancefloor-ready energy as the Loop Electronic label takes over Mothership for one unforgettable evening. SANOI Sanoi crafts expansive, melodic techno that moves both the…
Free Artist Development Session – Music & Audio Career Pathways
Darkroom's Free Artist Development Series is back and this month's topic is Audio and Music Career Pathways, or more specifically "Weird Career Pathways" Wed Nov 19th at Darkroom, 336 St Asaph St 7pm doors, talk starts 7:30pm This month's guest speaker is Audio Engineer Joseph Veale OH, AND THERE WILL BE FREE SNACKS! You've got the passion for music and audio work, maybe you're studying it, keen to study it, or maybe you've already gone and gotten yourself a qualification…
Thank God It’s Techno by The Temple of Techno
Friday Night. 4 DJs. Come to dance… with a view of Lyttleton Harbour and… THANK GOD IT'S TECHNO After three big events, we’re heading back to the beloved Wunderbar for a more intimate journey through the technoverse —» with some very special names on the decks. As the scene keeps growing across Aotearoa, we can feel the currents shifting —» the energy, the people, the sound —» all building, gaining power. We’re here to channel it, one event at a…
Rhian Sheehan And Arli Liberman – Traces Album Release Tour
Loop are proud to announce that acclaimed New Zealand musicians, composers and producers Rhian Sheehan and Arli Liberman will bring their collaborative album Traces to life for the first time ever, with a special three-show tour this November. The tour will see the pair perform the album in its entirety at a series of intimate shows in Auckland, Wellington & Christchurch. These shows will see them accompanied by Ed Zuccollo and Riki Pirihi aka Riki Gooch (TrinityRoots, Orchestra Of Spheres)…
Darkroom Free Pub Quiz
Join us for a FREE pub quiz hosted by Feather Unsure. Last Wednesday of every Month Doors open at 7pm Quiz kicks off 7:30pm Darkroom 336 St Asaph St Free entry! Teams of up to 6 people welcome. Bar tab up for grabs for the winning team, plus spot prizes throughout the night. Bookings essential, email info@darkroom.bar to book a table for your team R18. R.O.A.R.
A Thursday Noise Situation
A Thursday Noise Situation is a monthly event showcasing a variety of experimental, ambient, noise, and art music. Ranging from traditional rock-band line-ups to a person with a drill. Come down and enjoy the more out there side of music, last Thursday of the month at Darkroom. Doors 8pm, music from 8:30pm Free entry R18 R.O.A.R
Cream presents: Conducta (UK)
CONDUCTA ,CONDUCTA. UKG heavyweight, hitmaker, and one of dance music’s most respected trailblazers. From the double-platinum “Ladbroke Grove” to the inescapable “Whippet”, Conducta’s sound has shaped modern garage and pushed it to new heights worldwide. Get ready for unstoppable energy, future classics, and pure UKG heat. Christchurch – this is one night you don’t want to miss. Hide Club Friday 28th November, 10:00 pm - 3:00 am Support: Emilie, Rothy Reds, Neutze About Conducta: One of the world’s…
Darkroom Open Mic Night
Join us for our Open Mic Night, on the first Weds of each month! Doors open 6:30pm with music from 7pm Sound person, drum kit, mics, and bass and guitar amps provided. Sign up on the blackboard on the night to play for up to 15mins. Spots are limited, first in first served. Musicians and bands of any genre, and any musical ability/experience level welcome to perform. Solo acts and group acts all welcome! Free entry R18 R.O.A.R.
Nadia Reid Enter Now Brightness Tour
This December acclaimed songwriter Nadia Reid journeys back to New Zealand and Australia in celebration of Enter Now Brightness; her critically lauded fourth album which was released on Chrysalis in February 2025. December 5 / Christchurch / The Piano Presale 10am (NZST), Wednesday 16th April General on sale 10am (NZST), Friday 18th April Register for presale at banishedmusic.com/subscribe The Manchester-based expatriate New Zealander is known for her ruminative and well-crafted folk-inflected songwriting, and with Enter Now Brightness she presents a…
Scattered Sound Sessions Vol 3
Darkroom presents Scattered Sound Sessions - showcasing our fave poets, wordsmiths, and folk, indie & acoustic musicians performing in nooks and crannies, cosy corners, and unusual spots throughout Darkroom live music venue and Art Hole gallery. Volume 3, the Summer Edition, is coming up on Thurs Dec 11th! 7pm doors, music from 7:30pm Presales available from Under the Radar The spaces will be full of cosy rugs, couches, cushions, and arts & crafts to keep things comfy at this sit…
SIOUXSIE & THE BANSHEES Music Night
Sanctuary Events present An evening of SIOUXSIE AND THE BANSHEES Music Night with DJs Regress & Pris Come dance the night away to all your favourite Banshees songs! We will be playing a 4 hour showcase featuring a selection of classic singles, fan favs and deep cuts from their most iconic albums. Tickets available from UTR.co.nz R18 R.O.A.R
A Thursday Noise Situation
A Thursday Noise Situation is a monthly event showcasing a variety of experimental, ambient, noise, and art music. Ranging from traditional rock-band line-ups to a person with a drill. Come down and enjoy the more out there side of music, last Thursday of the month at Darkroom. Doors 8pm, music from 8:30pm Free entry R18 R.O.A.R
Rhythm And Alps 2025
Rhythm and Alps Cardrona Valley, Wānaka – December 29, 30 & 31, 2025 Featuring... RUDIM3NTAL, Santigold, Dizzee Rascal Badger, Chaos In The CBD, Catching Cairo, Corrella, Dombresky (Disco Dom), Fish56Octagon, Gentlemens Club, KANINE, Kurupt FM, Swimming Paul, The Black Seeds Beccie B, Dick Johnson, Fiona & The Glow, HALFQUEEN, Lady Shaka, Natty Lou, Nice Girl, Pages Layn, SUUNE, Th' Goodside + more to be announced
Twisted Frequency 2026
Twisted Frequency is BACK for another five days of music, art, community and connection in the stunning Cobb Valley. After our monumental decade celebration, we’re sure you can’t wait to get amongst it again. We’ve been hard at work dreaming up just how we’re gonna top last year's party, we have set the bar pretty damn high! Expect our signature 24/7, non stop energy across four stages, a stacked lineup of international and local artists, and a huge…
Darkroom Free Pub Quiz
Join us for a FREE pub quiz hosted by Feather Unsure. Last Wednesday of every Month Doors open at 7pm Quiz kicks off 7:30pm Darkroom 336 St Asaph St Free entry! Teams of up to 6 people welcome. Bar tab up for grabs for the winning team, plus spot prizes throughout the night. Bookings essential, email info@darkroom.bar to book a table for your team R18. R.O.A.R.