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…

It's weezier time again. This year there will be songs from the Blue, Red, Green, Black, Make Believe, Pinkerton, Every Thing Will Be Alright in the End and Maladroit albums, oh yes, and at last a song from the White albummm! So freshen up on all those songs and head on down to the darkroom, it's going to be pretty neat. Straight into it, no warmup band required.

After months of building momentum in the ’03 music scene, POLSON are finally ready to unveil some new tracks. Known for their experimental, highly varied, and high-octane sets, POLSON are sure to have your ears wanting more. Joining them are upcoming talents from the '03 underground, Gracie Snow and BWD. Gracie Snow blends dreamy vocals with warm, off-kilter electronic productions, crafting songs that feel intimate yet expansive and one-of-a-kind. BWD make sounds, maybe not pleasant ones, but certainly memorable. Expect…

This is the culmination of each talented artist’s development journey at SOLE Music Academy. They’ll each have 20 minutes to take the stage and show us what they’ve got! Expect original music and a mix of genres from indie and country to R&B and jungle beats. Featuring: Wren | Dakota Coleman | Tuscany Grey | Lizzy Leonard | Josh Keating | Emma Kate | Karleshia The night schedule will be released the week prior. Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:00 PM…

Yurt Party are back, fresh out of hibernation and revving up for their biggest Spring tour yet. The Ōtautahi crew are hitting the road to celebrate their second album 200, bringing the trademark mash-up of Balkan, Latin and Dub that’s turned backyards, clubs and festivals into full-blown dance floors. There's something about their sound that just makes people lose it in the best way possible. Honestly, if you haven't experienced the chaos of a Yurt Party show, you're missing out.…

Drifting somewhere between the coastline and the chaos, LAZY GHOST are sun-drenched, sharp-tongued, and impossible to ignore. Their brand of psychedelic surf rock leans into the good times but never hides from the mess underneath. With triple j unearthed rotation, sold-out shows across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, and a slot at the final Splendour in the grass. Now they’re back with read my mind, a song that’s lived a few lives and finally found its moment. it’s dreamy, raw,…

After more than a decade in hibernation, Ōtautahi’s favourite feast of Swampy, Southern-fried blues rock is back on the menu. The legendary Kentucky Fried Children return for one night only, serving up a greasy platter of their greatest hits - and misses. With local pop-punkers Goodbye Starlet and good time buddies St. Peter’s Thursday along for the wild hay-ride, it’s time to party like it’s 2014 all over again. This is one revival you don’t want to miss.

2 bands- one night of joy and celebration for the festive season with Wilson Cumbia Machine and Mundi! Make a night of it and book a table for some delicious food and then dance the night away! La Wilson Cumbia Machine La Wilson cumbia machine Ignites the stage with psychedelic cumbia-percussion storms, hypnotic basslines, electric guitars, and voices that breathe life into the night. From Latin American roots to tropical psych explorations, each rhythm, note, and melody is an invitation…