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Rising Stars Belmont Detail Genre-Bending LP 'Aftermath' + Countrycore Single "Country Girl" [Q&A]
March 28, 2022
Belmont are proving they are much more than meets the eye.
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NOT THE MAIN CHARACTERS Are Serving Main Character Energy [Q&A]
March 28, 2022
From demanding to be buried in glitter and filler to detailing club penguin boyfriends, NOT THE MAIN CHARACTERS stay iconic.
The Wrecks' "I Love This Part" Is a Post-Apocalyptic Breakup Anthem
March 28, 2022
The Wrecks deliver a cathartic eruption of emotion.
Annika Bennett Weaves Together a Sonic "Universe" on New Single
March 28, 2022
Bennett is quickly making a strong case for 2022 being her year.
Op-Ed: Punk Rock Was Never Meant To Be Cool
March 25, 2022
Punk rock music was created as an outlet to escape popular trends like Top 40 radio. So what happens now?
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Wakai Sheds Light on Frequencies, Features, and Fresh New Album [Q&A]
March 25, 2022
"I feel like a jazz musician stuck in a rapper's body."
Murdo Mitchell's "Ghosts" Is Nothing Short of Haunting
March 25, 2022
"'Ghosts' is about the vulnerability you open yourself up to."
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ASTN Wants You to Know 'You're Almost There' [Q&A]
March 25, 2022
"No matter how sideways your love life may seem, it's important to know that there's someone out there for you."
ROLE MODEL Lays It All on the Line With "neverletyougo"
March 25, 2022
"neverletyougo" places you front-and-center in a moment of unabashed intimacy.
Meet Ethel Cain, the Cult Artist Penning a New Sonic Testament
March 24, 2022
You would be forgiven for mistaking Cain as a transfixing cult leader.
A COVID-Safe Live Performance, Prescription Songs Presents Sweet Talker & Chloe Angelides
November 19, 2020
Perhaps there is a new way to enjoy live music that is safe amid the COVID-era. Let's find out what Prescription Songs did.
Elko's Debut 'Love Was The Reason' Cannot Be Boxed In
January 11, 2021
'Love Was The Reason' is a dejected and emotive album all centered around Elko's navigation through a difficult relationship.
Abby Sage Meditates on the Importance of Self-Exploration on "Residing in the Sky"
August 18, 2021
"It plays into that euphoric feeling of redefining yourself."
Siné Establishes Herself as a Promising Newcomer With "2good2u"
August 27, 2021
Siné is a name you'll want to familiarize yourself with.
bLAck pARty Delivers a Tantalizing Summer Slowburn With "On My Way"
June 21, 2022
As temperatures rise, bLAck pARty's latest effort is the perfect slow jam to cool you down.
YDE Pens a Stirring Introduction With Debut EP 'SEND HELP’
September 12, 2022
YDE emerges as an enthralling triple threat with her soul-searching debut effort.
Unearth 'Lost Genres' With Top That Track
April 7, 2020
In the latest episode of Top That Track, Dave and Precious go virtual crate-digging within the confines of their four walls.
Daren Transforms an Uncomfortable Conversation Into the Infectious "I'm Right You're Wrong"
July 9, 2020
Inspired by an unfruitful conversation with his father, regarding Black Lives Matter, Daren transposed the learning experience into a standout track.
Brasstracks, Lewis Del Mar, contradash and More Artists You Should Listen To | #NowWatching
August 24, 2020
The Best New Music Playlist from Ones to Watch
Introducing Ones to Watch Aotearoa
October 8, 2020
There's a wealth of new music talent simmering in Aotearoa. Ones to Watch is here to show it off.