With the release of the stirring, hook-heavy I Believe in Dog, comes the first Salt Water Criminals headline tour. The band, one that 95bfm “implore(s) you to experience live”, returns after 2023’s House of Highs and their string of visceral and memorable shows in Auckland and Wellington. Word-of-mouth did all their PR work, and quickly Salt Water Criminals became the band that regulars of the underground knew to keep their eyes on. Their sophomore album I Believe in Dog, set…

Join acclaimed saxophonist Thabani Gapara on a musical journey through the rich and vibrant sounds of Southern Africa in his latest concert experience, The African Traveler. This special performance weaves together original compositions and beloved classics from the region, offering a deep and soulful exploration of heritage, rhythm, and storytelling. Rooted in the traditions of Afro-jazz, township grooves, and contemporary African fusion, Thabani and his dynamic ensemble bring to life melodies that echo across generations—celebrating the music that has shaped…

Ruby Kush Music – Stardust One-Year Anniversary Show May 11th | 7–10PM | Space Academy, Christchurch In Celebration of NZ Music Month Come and celebrate Rebecca Robin a.k.a. Ruby Kush Music as she marks the one-year anniversary of her debut EP, Stardust, and pays tribute to the incredible sounds of Aotearoa for New Zealand Music Month. Held at the beloved Space Academy, this special evening will feature live performances full of lush, soulful energy. With rising star Lexi Sandford opening…

A stunning young talent, Mim Jensen boldly showcases her vulnerability through her beautiful music and finely-crafted lyrics. With her fearless ability to do emotional deep-dives, Jensen is a unique and honest song-writer who readily shares of herself as she continues her mission towards living a life based on unconditional love and the interconnectedness of all.

Martin Sagadin’s debut solo album weaves together their Slovenian roots with Aotearoa’s rich folk music scene. Martin iz Zgornje Bele refers to the village Martin grew up in, and the album transports the listener to a pastoral but deeply internal space, casting a meditative and emotionally charged spell. An album announcement show is to take place at Space Academy in Ōtautahi Christchurch, as Martin’s first headlining show with support from Georgia Knight. The album was produced by Brooke Singer (French…

Christchurch Bands Unite for Unmissable Night of Rock, Blues & Indie at Space Academy – May 24 Christchurch, NZ – May 2025 – Mark your calendars and clear your schedules – on Friday, May 24, Space Academy will be pulsing with raw energy and local talent as three standout Christchurch bands take the stage for a night of unforgettable music. Headlining the evening is Little Fang, a powerful four-piece known for their magnetic blend of rock, blues, and indie vibes.…

SAURIAN from Dunedin are releasing a brand new EP entitled 'Punk 4 Suthern Creaturez' on May 23 and are celebrating by taking it on the road around the South Island.

Join us for a special evening to celebrate Matariki, as we immerse ourselves in the spirit of Tagata Moana art and community. We’ll be kicking off the night with a poetry evening, soaking in the words of five Ōtautahi-based creatives as they set our hearts on fire and soothe our souls. Our three mīharo DJs will then guide us on a sonic journey through the stars and the swamplands, bringing sounds that will get the mātenga bopping and the waewae…

Girls In Space is excited to welcome you back for volume 04! Girls in Space creates an atmosphere to explore some of our brightest and most talented female musicians and what they have to offer. It’s also a time to be fully immersed in a night of dance, music, and sparkles. Dress ups are extremely encouraged and a prize goes out to best dressed. 'Girls in Space’ is the theme, and whatever that means to you is the way to…

Post Office w/ No Broadcast & Emily Fairlight @ Space Academy, 8pm July 5th Gothic folk rock band Post Office are excited to announce the release of their debut album 'When the Time Comes', a record blending a tender warmth with raw and reckless energy. To celebrate the album’s release, Post Office will perform two very special shows in Ōtautahi and Ōtepoti, with support from some of Aotearoa's best local artists. Post Office - Shifting from a hush to a…

Simurgh Ensemble is a performance group dedicated to bringing the rich musical traditions of Iran and the surrounding Middle Eastern regions to the stage in Ōtautahi. With a mission to celebrate shared cultural connections through music, the ensemble weaves intricate melodies and poetic lyrics that transcend centuries and borders. The group has recently gained national recognition, with members performing alongside the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in their acclaimed Beyond Words concert series. Their artistry also earned them the honour of performing at…

Since its inception in 2012, Sydney band Restless Leg has crafted a unique sound by drawing inspiration from iconic indie rock bands from both sides of the Tasman. From The Go-Betweens to The Clean, Twerps to The Bats, Songs to The Brunettes and many more, Restless Leg have established their own place on the continuum of intelligent, jangly, Antipodean guitar pop. The gravitational pull of those influences has led the band to embark upon an inevitable pilgrimage back to the…

Eyegum is excited to announce the next edition of our 'Scenic Tour' series. Having previously toured Dale Kerrigan + Wiri Donna, Mirror Ritual + Porpoise, Koizilla + Sleeping Village and most recently Bad Taste + Ripship we're over the moon to reveal our next touring lineup: Pearly* (DUN) & Cruelly (WGTN) Comprising members of Koizilla, Space Bats, Attack!, Fazed on a Pony, Dale Kerrgian amongst other acts Pearly* have hit the ground running in Ōtepoti. Building up a reputation for…

SPACE, HOW SO CAN YOU GO ? A mid-week evening of rare activity. Three live acts utilising differing approaches in working directly with the spatial properties of sound. Visiting Naarm/ Melbourne soundmaker Eamon Sprod graces Space Academy with support from local space shifters Roads to Toads and Gemma Syme & Nic Woollaston (with mystery guest). EAMON SPROD Working with sound borrowed from urban spaces australian-based sound artist eamon sprod/TARAB pursues what might be called an anti-naturalist field recording practice. Fragmenting…

The Slack Agency & Space Academy Presents New Candys for the first time ~ Concocted with the darkest deviant rock'n'roll ethos and distinctive melodic distortions, New Candys have established themselves as one of the most compelling bands to emerge from Italy in recent years. Founded by songwriter and singer-guitarist Fernando Nuti alongside bassist and synth player Dario Lucchesi, the lineup is completed by Emanuele Zanardo on lead guitar and backing vocals and Francesco Giacomin on drums and sampler. Signed to…

Emily C. Browning is performing at Space Academy in Ōtautahi for ONE NIGHT ONLY, to celebrate the release of her debut album PRIMARY. Ōtautahi-based alt-pop artist, producer and APRA Silver Scroll Nominee Emily C. Browning announces the release of her long-awaited and hotly-anticipated debut album, PRIMARY. The 11-track record is the product of five years of independent production and songwriting, making a confident arrival after months of steady momentum and a string of compelling single releases. Drawing its title from…

ElectricUTOPIA artist Lake South takes the best of the Aotearoa New Zealand songwriting tradition and infuses it with raw emotion and electronics. This is defiant, DIY indie for people who give a damn. The band has released 3 critically acclaimed albums, with Graham Reid calling Lake an electro-folk postcard poet of his doubting generation. After a 4-year hiatus, Lake South are set to return with their new collection 'We lived our lives on top of this' in June 2025. The…

The Amber Temple (VAN) with Post Office Sunday, 3rd August, 2025 7pm $20/$25 The Amber Temple marries mysticism with gritty, ghoulish escapades of rogues and renegades. Vignettes of characters similar to you, similar to me, similar to someone you may have been or may one day become, all on the path towards the Amber Temple. From the bowels of the molten earth, to the jowls of the predatory opportunist, to the angel casting light from celestial constellations, you will find…

A night of melodic, dark and experimental rock and metal, as we begin to leave winter.

Hans Pucket have gained a strong reputation as one of New Zealand's unmissable live acts, filling rooms up and down the country. After dipping their toes in the international touring market with shows in Australia, the USA, UK and Europe, they have been steadily working away at a stack of new material, some of their heaviest, strangest and most ambitious music yet.

Fresh off the back of a long awaited 'Ends' EP release, Bleach have wasted no time in getting back into the studio and recording their hard-hitting upcoming single 'If Time Was Kind'. The Pōneke-based alt-rock quartet are celebrating the release with a three-stop tour, kicking off the action at the storied Space Academy in Christchurch. With singer-songwriter Amber Carly Williams and Autumn surf rockers jam henderson on support, this is a night that promises an absolute treat to Ōtautahi gig-goers.

Beware the Goatman return to Space Academy for their first headline gig of 2025, joined by the sonically-nourishing and hypnotising - No Broadcast. Come along for riffs, melodies, and ambient, soaring sounds! Space Academy 16th August Doors: 8pm Tickets: $15 online $20 doorsales

Three still-youthful gentlemen arrive abruptly to their third decade of life. The path they had taken now obscured, they look only ahead, ruminatively, writing indelible this moment of angst, of triumph, of sadness, and exuberant joy. Lower back pain in musical terms, sensible shoes are a must. Ten years on and still not deaf, Pōneke post-punks Goya are celebrating a decade of noise with the release of their new album 'Home Turf' (out 8 August). They'll be taking it on…

Don’t miss Keeley Shade’s debut headline tour across Aotearoa this August and September, in support of her EP Anymore. Keeley invites you into a world where vulnerability meets power, bringing her magnetic alt-pop catalogue to the stage with live shows in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington. Known for crafting every part of her music, from writing and producing to mixing and performing, she is a rising force with a boundless approach to sonic textures. Supported by Agnes Aleesy and No Broadcast…

ŌHC FEST - A SOUTH ISLAND HARDCORE/PUNK FESTIVAL. Hardcore music and culture lands in Ōtautahi. Lineup: Shuv It (Tasman) Shuriken (Pōneke) Internet Death (Ōtautahi) (Final show) Vagina Dry (Ōtepoti) Strap (Ōtepoti) Radium (Ōtautahi) Kisser (Ōtautahi Records, merch and zines from Ride On Super Sound. Sep 6th Space Academy Please be aware before buying a ticket: No pass outs No heavy intox

ŌHC FEST - A SOUTH ISLAND HARDCORE/PUNK FESTIVAL. Hardcore music and culture lands in Ōtautahi. Lineup: Shuv It (Tasman) Shuriken (Pōneke) Internet Death (Ōtautahi) (Final show) Vagina Dry (Ōtepoti) Strap (Ōtepoti) Radium (Ōtautahi) Kisser (Ōtautahi Records, merch and zines from Ride On Super Sound. Sep 6th Space Academy Please be aware before buying a ticket: No pass outs No heavy intox

After more than two years of hiatus Kind of Green, under a new format, returns to spiritual home Space Academy inviting long time friend Goose on for a 4 hour set. This will be the first in a series of parties showcasing our friends and whānau playing in more long-form settings, giving them an often sorely missed chance the chance to stretch their legs musically and drop the gems they may not be able to during a 1 hour slot.…

Yurt Party are stepping out of winter hibernation and firing up for what’s set to be their biggest summer yet! With their second album on the horizon later this year, the band are swinging back into action with their brand new single ‘Ding Dong Swing’ — a cheeky, high-energy groove designed to get the dancefloor moving. This is the first taste of what’s to come, and it’s going to be a wild one! Born in Ōtautahi, Yurt Party have become…

Double headliner? Space Academy? Say. Less. Juno's Crush x hexxer with support from The Perfect Gun - Thursday Sept 25th @ Space Academy Ōtautahi. DOORS @ 7:30! THE FIRST BAND WILL PLAY @ 8PM! Ōtautahi based five piece Juno's Crush is an indie-gaze band focused in dynamic, dreamy, heavy soundscapes. Playing a set of predominantly original songs they are setting out to refine their live music, get out into the local live scene and continue producing new material. hexxer is…

Ellie Oak has recently recorded a new EP with the award winning producer Tom Healy! We're putting on an exclusive show to kick off our fundraiser campaign to help raise some coin to support us with the costs of the EP and album. At this show you'll get to hear some of the recorded tracks and the live versions too! Doors open at 8pm, at Space Academy in Christchurch on September 26th. There will be door sales with an eftpos…

Young Moon head to the legendary Space Academy with support from Violet French and The Horrible. Young Moon is heading out on their Orbiting Islands tour this August and September, playing seven shows across the South Island of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The tour follows the release of their double E.P Paraverbal Orchids / Young Moon Is a Broken Bone on HOME ALONE, and brings their thoughtful, atmospheric sound to intimate venues around the motu. Young Moon began as the solo project…

**All presale tickets go in the draw to WIN a $100 voucher to 3 Keys Tattoos!** Ōtautahi four-piece Goodbye Starlet are touring Te Waipounamu as they get set to release their latest batch of songs. Join the bubble grunge, emo, folk, punk, power pop quartet for a fun night of tunes and chats. Here's what to expect: - Environmentally friendly, hand made, one of a kind merch - Honest to goodness party bags (it's a celebration after all) - Colouring-in…

The Tiny Dangers Album Release Show featuring: The Tiny Dangers Violet French & the Woolston Operatic Society Daniel Madill

Melbourne rockers Drunk Mums are making their long-awaited return to Aotearoa this October — their first visit in seven years, last rocking Kiwi soil back in 2018. Armed with their fourth full-length record Beer Baby (2024), the four-piece garage-punk troublemakers are set to blast through six shows across the country, tearing through Wellington, Dunedin, Christchurch, Taupō, Raglan, and Auckland. The new tracks have already earned “instant classic” status with fans, slotting seamlessly next to the band’s older chaos-inducing staples. With…

Bad Gin Sanctuary & Leather Jacket Records present: Adam Hattaway & The Haunters – The Hot Variety Tour Adam Hattaway & The Haunters are hitting the road once again to celebrate the release of their seventh full-length album, Hot Variety, arguably their most immediate and unfiltered record yet. Recorded entirely to tape over three sessions spanning three years, Hot Variety is a fully analog affair. The arrangements are lean, the sonics dry and intimate, and every performance is captured as…

Kind of Green humbly invites the inimitable Infordin (Tūhoe/Ngāti Raukawa) to our spiritual kāinga of Space Academy for her sophomore KoG performance. Her sets, a dynamic reflection of her Tūhoe and Ngāti Raukawa heritage, blend techno, club, amapiano, garage, juke, footmahi and bass. With a focus on high-energy rhythms, INFORDIN's performances are not just music but an immersive storytelling experience. Her dedication to showcasing diverse sonic landscapes underscores her commitment to inclusivity and cultural expression within the underground music community.…

ＳＨＯＯＬＥＳＳ A slow-burning force in Aotearoa’s alternative underground, Shooless deliver a mix of raw melody, distortion and unfiltered energy. Blending indie-grunge with post-punk, their sound swings between introspection and chaos, unafraid to get loud, weird, and painfully real. ✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦✦ Ｓ．Ｅ．Ｉ．Ｓ．Ｍ．Ｉ．Ｃ Ōtautahi’s S.E.I.S.M.I.C bring a fuzzy cocktail of prog, psych and riff-heavy disorder. Conjured for movement, their sets shake your bones with dynamic shifts, sprawling instrumentals and funky melodic breakdowns Expect distorted rhythms, freaky tones, and a set that keeps you…

Legendary primitive psychedelic garage rock troubadour Arthur Ahbez and his latest ensemble, The Hot Burrito Boys, are making a rare pilgrimage to the South Island! Prepare for a night of raucous, rag-tag rock ’n’ roll as they unleash their raw, hypnotic jams upon the good folk of Christchurch. Joining them are local favourites Adam Hattaway & The Haunters, serving up their own brand of gritty, country rock to get the room moving. Don’t miss this night of dance, delirium, and…

HIGH ALTAR is a two piece semi-improv instrumental assemblage, made up of Brendan Moran (Hasselhoff Expt, Subliminals, etc) and Taipua Adams (Terror of the Deep, The Perms). HIGH ALTAR are an intense crackle of spectral sounds; a potent audio tool built on a bare-bones structure of rhythm section components and added electronic timbre which alights a crooked path trailing sonic vortices with oscillatory behavior. In short - drum kit, bass guitar, atmospheric electronics. Sometimes heavy, sometimes fast and punchy. Their…

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…

Are you plagued by existential dread? Do you wake up every morning unsure whether you’re having a moral crisis or just really craving carbs? Have you ever watched toast land butter-side down and thought, “Yes. Of course. The universe hates me personally.” Well you are not alone... Welcome to the psychic landscape of Too Woke For Toast, a five-piece indie-pop band who have spent the last five years spiralling gracefully into the void (and dancing in and out of periods…

Following the release of his second album War In The Garden (Heartflower Records), New Zealand-born Mitch Zachry presents his solo show to New Zealand and Australia this summer. War In The Garden is an introspective and lucid weaving of fluent guitar work and inspired lyricism. Recorded while living in Wellington, it explores themes of suffering and the search for a more authentic being. Mitch will be joined by few special guests. With support from the amazing Cheena Rae and Tom…

A night of original music from Ōtautahi / Christchurch's local Music scene. Your band's for the evening are....... Bad Llamas Local band of 7 years, 1 album and soon to start making album 2. Hot off the heels from a recent sold out gig the make Music to move to or be moved by, you can expect them to bring their usual high energy performance of Indie Rock blended with soul, pop and synth will have you dancing all night…

After a short break, gothic folk alt rockers Post Office are back with some new tunes to showcase. Joining them is Ghost Parable, a music project of Melbourne based visual artist Lana Eileen. Saturday 14th February 8pm Space Academy - 371 St Asaph St Post Office - Shifting from a hush to a howl, Post Office cultivate a brooding mix of folk and alternative rock 'n' roll that sounds equally bruised and beautiful. Ghost Parable - Is the music project…

Since 2008, The Jackets have been touring internationally with their distinctive blend of Garage Psych Punk music and attitude, performing across Europe, the UK, the USA, Japan, Mexico, and Canada, with Australia and New Zealand next on the horizon. Known for their explosive live performances, infectious songs, and striking visual identity, The Jackets have earned a reputation as one of Europe’s most compelling Garage live acts. linktr.ee/thejackets

Ōtautahi post punks Marsha and alt-rock outfit Velveteen are taking their loud and energetic live shows across the country. At the end of the 2025/26 summer, the two bands are taking on four shows in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, and Dunedin. Joining the tour are some of Aotearoa's finest bands around including Cruelly, Back to the Hillside, Pearly*, and Gracie Snow. Marsha are Christchurch post punk, leaning on elements of indie and experimental rock. Taking influence from bands such as SPIRIT…

South African indie-folk star MAJOZI brings his heartfelt anthems to Space Academy as part of the Old School Tri-Nations Tour. With his signature blend of sincerity, soul and soaring melodies, this will be a rare, intimate performance in Christchurch. Expect songs that move you – from fan favourites like “Darling” and “Fire” to brand-new material from his upcoming EP. Doors open: 8pm | Show starts: 8:30pm Venue: Space Academy, Christchurch Tickets via Humanitix (link TBC) R18 event. Food and drink…

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*Small Metropolitan New Zealand Tour The Ōtautahi underground has been pretty sweet to us. Probably time to swim somewhere else though. And put out new music. It's been a while since we've done that. Yeah we'll do that. Pōneke x Ōtepoti x Ōtautahi , we're running to ya for our 'Likewise' single release 'World' Tour! Our new single Likewise drops Feb 21 <3 Supported by S.E.I.S.M.I.C (s.e.i.s.m.i.c_band) & Soft Launch With love, Fēlix, Jack, Lily, Nick & Robbie from this…

A night of hard hitting riffs and odd time signatures with local Christchurch bands Cortizera, Tephra and Ragweed.

A night for music lovers of all kinds! Moonflower NZ (CHCHC) based, hard hitting soulful rock inspired by the 60's and 70's. A mix of originals and covers Bunny Reid- powerhouse vocals Hamish Ellis-Guitar BV's Josh Fairless-Bass Adrian Barnett-Drums and BV's The Space A newly formed NZ (CHCHC) based 5 piece originals band. Almost all songs written by Jimmy Bee (vocalist guitarist) over the past 35 years. The band has been working hard crafting these songs and are ready to…

A night of soulful, stripped-back music awaits. Come along and experience a trio of stunning acts that will wisp you away for an evening filled with storytelling and emotions. Featuring sets from Fraser McCarthy, a local Indie artist who recently migrated south and is returning to Ōtautahi for this special one-night show. An act you definitely do not want to miss. Bear Hug, an indie-folk singer-songwriter hailing from the UK, now performing with a brand-new live ensemble. Expect an intimate,…

SEREBII is the project of Auckland-based producer and multi-instrumentalist Callum Mower. Working across electronic production and live instrumentation, his music moves between alt-pop, dance and experimental forms, shaped by a tactile and emotionally unsettled sensibility. His third album, Nothing Grows Here, arriving in late May, sits in atmosphere and texture, leaning into transition, ambiguity and unfinished emotional states. Built from moments of movement rather than resolution, the record drifts between clarity and collapse, holding space for ideas still forming. These…

Off the back of their recent Aotearoa EP Release Tour Ōtautahi alt-rock/shoegaze band Minerva is back and playing at Space Academy! Listen to a set of songs old and new full of floating vocals and loud guitars! This show brings a stacked local lineup with Ōtautahi emo bands Only You - legends in the Ōtautahi music scene!- and Achtung!, who are making their debut return at Space Academy this night!!

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…

This is the next gig I have coming up for you, playing alongside some really cool acts, it will be very fun night. Very excited for this one! DEATH IN LIMBO - promoting the first single ‘Clockwork’ from my album. and the music?..... LEWIS PARKE - @lewisparkemusic Lewis Parke is a mysterious alt indie pop act with a bite. Featuring expansive spacey guitar, tight and precise drumming, bass sampling, soft vocals and an entire set of the Lewis’s best released…

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…