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Achtung! Single Release
Hot off the back of their first single, Achtung! are stoked to be playing their next single (and some other songs) off their debut album. Bringing their signature cathartic emo-adjacent post-punk sound, this is not a gig to be missed. The lineup is stacked with local music heavyweights This Dog and the Matt Slaughter Band This Dog are a somewhat beloved Ōtautahi Alt grunge band with: 1 charting song 8 NZonAir funding application denials 14 Chess losses to children under…
The Pete Flynn Project With The Kay Duncan Band
Christchurch multi-genre originals band meets Nelson stomping indie folk as The Kay Duncan Band hosts The Pete Flynn Project at Wunderbar. This is the PFP’s first foray south of their home town and they are excited to share their brand of indie/folk/rock. Imagine the love child of REM & Goldenhorse and you’ll get an idea of what’s in store - an eclectic but cohesive mix of rock, folk and even the odd sea shanty thrown in. The band is the…
Raylee Bradfield, Ananda Massa And Quiet Minds
They say, birds of a feather flock together and this trio of musical acts is no exception. Established singer and songwriter, **Raylee Bradfield** (Americana/Folk/Pop) brings her music to Ōtautahi after recently moving from Auckland, sharing songs from her latest live album with local stalwart musicians, Jack Harré (drums), Rob Daglish (bass) and Sam McKay (electric guitar). Barcelona-born singer and songwriter **Ananda Massa** (Jazz/Folk/Pop) joins the triple star lineup performing songs from her soon-to-be-released album with her band, Sam McKay, John…
Raylee Bradfield, Ananda Massa And Quiet Minds
They say, birds of a feather flock together and this trio of musical acts is no exception. Established singer and songwriter, **Raylee Bradfield** (Americana/Folk/Pop) brings her music to Ōtautahi after recently moving from Auckland, sharing songs from her latest live album with local stalwart musicians, Jack Harré (drums), Rob Daglish (bass) and Sam McKay (electric guitar). Barcelona-born singer and songwriter **Ananda Massa** (Jazz/Folk/Pop) joins the triple star lineup performing songs from her soon-to-be-released album with her band, Sam McKay, John…
Chamber Music New Zealand Series: Phileo Quartet
Four musicians from the Vienna Philharmonic bring you the unique sounds, style and tradition of this storied and celebrated orchestra. PROGRAMME Hugo Wolf - Italian Serenade Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - String Quartet No. 19 in C major, K. 465 “Dissonance” Johannes Brahms - String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 51 No. 2 Erich Wolfgang Korngold - String Quartet No. 2 in E-flat major, Op. 26 ARTISTS Benjamin Morrison, Violin Holger Groh, Violin Robert Bauerstatter, Viola Wolfgang Härtel, Cello…
Horsehands And Minerva (concept=album?)
Join horsehands and Minerva at Darkroom for an evening of musical performance and wonder. Both groups have plans to record/release an album in the not too distant future. Ponder with them, as they take on the challenge of conceptualising these albums. concept=album? Minerva will treat you to their alt-rock, shoegaze-y sounds. Their recent EP Juno's Crush should give you an idea, so maybe go give that a listen and report back. The band horsehands will perform a set of songs,…
Horsehands And Minerva (concept=album?)
Join horsehands and Minerva at Darkroom for an evening of musical performance and wonder. Both groups have plans to record/release an album in the not too distant future. Ponder with them, as they take on the challenge of conceptualising these albums. concept=album? Minerva will treat you to their alt-rock, shoegaze-y sounds. Their recent EP Juno's Crush should give you an idea, so maybe go give that a listen and report back. The band horsehands will perform a set of songs,…
Kipper Reid Bluebird EP Tour
Tāmaki Makaurau Indie Rock outfit, Kipper Reid, take to the road for their debut tour. The two-date tour arrives after the release of their debut EP Bluebird, including recent singles Cosmic Collision Course, Bluebird and the upcoming, cathartic Second Thoughts on Leaving. Written during varying periods, the body of work dives deep into reflectiveness, nostalgia and love. Bringing explosive crescendos and soulful melodies, Kipper Reid's live performances take the polished, clean songs of their recordings and blur the line between…
Menzies Album Release – Holding My Cold Hand,even Though Yours Is Warm
After hitting #1 with both singles on the 95bFM Top 10, and #1 on the NZ Alt charts, Te Whanganui-a-Tara’s crooked-alt-rock Menzies bring their debut album ‘Holding My Cold Hand, Even Though Yours Is Warm’ to Ōtautahi darkroom. Supported by the incredible Only You, and Abandoned Carparks. “Wow, you guys gave me so much energy” – MJ Lenderman on Menzies, at Camp a Low Hum “There’s no one else like them” – Right Chord Music UK 'Holding My Cold Hand,…
Young Moon || Space Academy
the cloud dreamers cult meets regularly on earth days and fuller moons... Young Moon return to Space Academy.....Find a reason ... be a reason .... dance a reason ... love a reason
Stricktly UK GARAGE : Feat DJ Skevie_UK
**GALAXY BAR PRESENTS: STRICTLY GARAGE** **Friday 24th July | 9PM – 2AM** **The Galaxy Bar** **206 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch** A full night dedicated to the sounds of **UK Garage**. We've put the word out and gathered a lineup of selectors to deliver nothing but quality UKG from start to finish. Joining us for a special guest set is **DJ SKEVIE_UK (UK Direct)**. A true connoisseur of UK Garage and a jungle baby raised on the sounds of London's underground scene,…
Mortal Sin NZ Tour
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN NEW ZEALAND — AUSTRALIAN THRASH LEGENDS MORTAL SIN Having toured alongside thrash heavyweights Metallica and Testament in their early years, Mortal Sin forged their legacy in the global metal scene from the very beginning. Formed in 1985, they carved their name into the foundations of thrash with a ferocious, high-energy sound that stood shoulder to shoulder with the genre’s elite. After years of silence, the band has reformed — returning to the stage with the…
The Bats warm up for EU/UK 2026 TOUR
After raved about tours of both New Zealand and Australia performing songs from their 11th album, Corner Coming Up, along with an ever increasing variety of past favourites, The Bats are ready to take their live show to Europe and UK at the end of July. They are performing 17 shows; starting off from Luxembourg then on to Germany, Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Sweden and the UK before flying to their finale in Paris. The night before their NZ departure they're…
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.
Indie-folk Songstress Keren Mara Live: Falling Album Release Show
Step into the world of Emotive songstress Keren Mara, as she unveils her long-awaited debut mini-Album, Falling — a seven-song journey through shadow and light — with a special release show at Space Academy on Wednesday, July 29th. Performed with a full band, the evening will bring Falling to life through an exquisite sweep of alt-rock, modern folk, and soft indie blues. You won’t realise your soul needed tending until you come back revitalised. Keren’s visceral storytelling traverses textures -…