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April 2025
Rave-olution Vol.5 By The Temple Of Techno
Saturday Night 4 DJs Rooftop view of Lyttleton Harbour Surrender to the seductive rhythm of techno and …… let’s rave ? Our events are deeply influenced by the underground rave culture in Europe and around the world. At the Temple of Techno, we believe in the transcendent nature of the communal dancing experience and we want to share that with you. Our goal is to provide a dedicated platform for techno DJs while also creating a safe and welcoming space…
Find out more »Donut Release Party
super excited to announce the release party of may-c’s first single ‘donut’!! @ wunderbar, lyttleton, christchurch 23/04/2025 the wonderful ‘kei’ and ‘lucy munro’ will be kicking off the party from 8:30pm bring your friends, your family, your situationship, bring EVERYONE!!!! donuts will be available for those who arrive early but run in quick as they’ll run out fast PSA : this is an R18VENUE! tickets are available online for $10 +bf and will be $15 on the door with love,…
Find out more »ANO PASCOE WITH SUPPORT FROM SOPHIA AMBROSE
'Watercolour Nights' EP Release Show. 9pm: Sophia Ambrose (indie/ folk) 10pm: Ano Pascoe (indie/ dream pop)
Find out more »Gen X Party
'Everybody dance now': a night of Gen X music and dress up. Covering the best songs that Gen X partied to: eighties, punk, disco, synthpop, new wave, glam rock, grunge and britpop - mixed to perfection by Christchurch's most legendary DJ. Come as your favourite Gen X artist or dress Gen X style - the bolder the better. Prizes will be given out on the night to the outfits we love. The Wunderbar Backroom will also be fully decorated in…
Find out more »Letters To Lions
Letters to Lions are back from their seven-year hiatus with the aptly named EP, Seven Years. Celebrate their eagerly awaited return as the boys embark on their DEBUT headline tour across New Zealand. 24 April 2025 - Whammy Bar, Auckland 25 April 2025 - San Fran, Wellington 26 April - Wunderbar, Lyttelton 27 April - Crown Hotel, Dunedin Tickets: https://tickets.nztix.co.nz/outlet/event/0c1edc51-5374-4a6a-baa8-9ba3c889f00f
Find out more »JAMIE MAC
West Australian singer-songwriter, Jamie Mac, is wrapping up a two-month tour and hitchhiking adventure through New Zealand’s South Island—playing gigs and exploring her mother’s homeland. On the road, she’s been crafting her looping act, practicing beside lakes and mountains, on backpacker balconies, and in the attics and spare rooms of generous friends. Oh, the things musicians do to follow their passion! Alongside her thought-provoking originals, she brings you reimagined arrangements of old-school hits, carrying messages from her activist perspective on…
Find out more »May 2025
GIBSON XCVIII & Crown Back 2 Basics New Zealand Tour – Lyttelton
GIBSON XCVIII & Crown are excited to announce their NZ Tour throughout May 2025. To celebrate New Zealand Music Month, GIBSON XCVIII & CROWN are embarking on a nationwide tour around the motu. Known for their dynamic live sound and captivating their audience, both bands are excited to share new material blended into their live set while also providing an unforgettable experience for all. Catch them both playing live in Lyttelton at Wunderbar. Tickets starting from 5$ + BF available…
Find out more »Flying Man (Alan Ned Gray) and guests
Flying Man (Alan Ned Gray) and guests. With support from Beth McKinlay and Sawfish Flying Man is the stage name of Dunedin based Irish-born live-looping guitarist and singer/songwriter Alan Ned Gray. Flying Man’s song-writings sit in the electroacoustic realm – playing programmed beats, live looping and layered harmonies. Haunting melodies and infectious rhythms coupled with lyrics which tell stories from snapshots in time. Alan has been writing music since he was 14 and was a member of Irish band Lucas…
Find out more »Powder Chutes Album Release Tour – Lyttleton
Powder Chutes debut album will be released on 11th April, and to celebrate it we're heading out on tour. “Everybody wake up… these boys have got the sauce!” – Johnny Stevens, Highly Suspect Along the way we'll be trying to play with as many epic guest bands as possible. Lyttleton it’s your turn and we're bringing our old friends RED WEEKEND (Christchurch) and fecking rock legends HAAST HUNTER (Hamilton) along for the ride...Boom! Tickets on Under The Radar Get amongst…
Find out more »Techno Tunnel
Geezers Playing Tunes & Speaker Fraker NZ Present: Techno Tunnel!! Wunderbar Lyttelton 23/05/25 9pm - 2am Loose yourself in mind-bending beats, pounding baselines, and hypnotic melodies, welcome to a night of pure techno energy! Local Artists: Krispy (Speaker Freaker) DJMJ (Speaker Freaker) Solo (Speaker Freaker) Lou Bizzle (Geezers Playing Tunes) Tom7 (Geezers Playing Tunes) Tickets Available- Under the Radar - $10 + booking fee $10 on the Door Check yo self…..offer alert!!! Early Bird 2 x Tickets = $10 +…
Find out more »Rufous Whistler (AUS) and Butter Wouldn’t Melt
Rufous Whistler 'National Panic' album launch (AUS) and Butter Wouldn't Melt (NZ) WEDNESDAY MAY 28, 7:30PM Rufous Whistler (AUS) and Butter Wouldn't Melt (NZ) Live at Wunderbar Celebrate the release of National Panic, the debut album from Rufous Whistler, the Australian folk & alt-country act turning heads across the globe. Hailing from Northeast Victoria, AUS (Wiradjuri Country), Rufous Whistler combines raw, heartfelt storytelling with modern arrangements, warm, commanding vocals, and virtuosic musicianship. Their live shows are dynamic and gripping, featuring…
Find out more »September 2025
Shaun Kirk – New Zealand Tour 2025
Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award-winning blues and soul troubadour recognized for his exceptional talent as a born entertainer. His unique talent has not only earned him many accolades but also much praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as One of the best one-man shows he’s ever seen! Kirk's vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his…
Find out more »Shaun Kirk – New Zealand Tour 2025
Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award-winning blues and soul troubadour recognized for his exceptional talent as a born entertainer. His unique talent has not only earned him many accolades but also much praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as One of the best one-man shows he’s ever seen! Kirk's vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his…
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