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Smoko Turns 5 with Adam Hattaway and The Haunters, Goodwill, Minnie Robberds and Amber Carly Williams
Forget coffee - pack your cigs and grab a beer! It's been five years of the Smoko Show, and Hannah and Oli are throwing one big party to celebrate it. As a radio show and podcast serving up piping hot music news and interviews from their slot on RDU, isn't it about time they put on a gig? Featuring Ōtautahi musicians (and longtime Smoko supporters) Goodwill, Amber Carly Williams, Minnie Robberds, ad Adam Hattaway & The Haunters, head down to…
Resurgence- Electronic
It's time! The RESURGENT DJ's are back with another installment of Resurgence Electronic at the Red Light District bar on Victoria Street. The last installment was so hot the fire department was called (literally). Expect the lights turned way down, vibe turned up, and the freshest deep underground sounds rolling all night long. The Resurgent DJ trio play 'back to back' across the night, blending genres of MELODIC HOUSE, PROGRESSIVE HOUSE, TECHNO, BREAKS & TRANCE. The night starts deep, melodic…
Oh My Goth! Dark Music Club Night
Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night DJs Regress & Pris 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 BUNNYMEN, FIELDS…
Oh My Goth! Dark Music Club Night
Sanctuary Events present OH MY GOTH! Dark Music Club Night DJs Regress & Pris 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 BUNNYMEN, FIELDS…
Free Artist Development Session – Music Royalties
Did you know that even emerging bands that have just started gigging can still make royalties from playing small gigs at local grassroots venues like Darkroom? Darkroom's Free Artist Development Series is back and our guest speaker for this month is Mike Hall, the NZ Director of Member Services for APRA. Mike will let us know what APRA is and what they do for musicians. Then if anyone wants to sign up on the night, Mike and our Darkroom staff…
Free Artist Development Series – Music Royalties
Did you know that even emerging bands that have just started gigging can still make royalties from playing small gigs at local grassroots venues like Darkroom? Darkroom's Free Artist Development Series is back and our guest speaker for this month is Mike Hall, the NZ Director of Member Services for APRA. Mike will let us know what APRA is and what they do for musicians. Then if anyone wants to sign up on the night, Mike and our Darkroom staff…
Free Artist Development Session – Music Royalties
Did you know that even emerging bands that have just started gigging can still make royalties from playing small gigs at local grassroots venues like Darkroom? Darkroom's Free Artist Development Series is back and our guest speaker for this month is Mike Hall, the NZ Director of Member Services for APRA. Mike will let us know what APRA is and what they do for musicians. Then if anyone wants to sign up on the night, Mike and our Darkroom staff…
Lads On Tour Cabaret – May 2026
Lads On Tour Cabaret is back for our first show of 2026! join us for another variety show jam packed with drag, circus, burlesque, comedy, dance, and poetry performances! Thurs May 14th at Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street Doors open 7pm and show starts 7:30pm There will be no door sales available! Every Lads On Tour Cabaret show for over 10 years has sold out, so get your tickets as soon as you can! Tickets: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/.../lads-on.../christchurch Strictly R18. R.O.A.R. About…
Lads On Tour Cabaret May 2026
Lads On Tour Cabaret is back for our first show of 2026! join us for another variety show jam packed with drag, circus, burlesque, comedy, dance, and poetry performances! Thurs May 14th at Darkroom, 336 St Asaph Street Doors open 7pm and show starts 7:30pm There will be no door sales available! Every Lads On Tour Cabaret show for over 10 years has sold out, so get your tickets as soon as you can! Strictly R18. R.O.A.R. About Lads On…
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!…
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…
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||
Tony’s Angels
She’s got the calls… and he’s got the girls. Tony’s Angels is serving high glam, high energy, and high drama hosted by the charismatic Tony Chestnut. Featuring a fierce squad of drag talent: Alexis Stoned, Noah Lot, Carina Nebula, and Vex. Each Angel brings their own flavour sexy, camp, spooky, dance diva, and straight-up chaos all coming together for a night that’s bold, electrifying, and completely unmissable. Expect killer performances, iconic moments, and a whole lot of attitude. Trust us……
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.
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…