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Hailing from Nelson, the now Wellington-based singer-songwriter Jessica Leigh has today released her exciting new pop single ‘WIRED’. An upbeat and empowering song, ‘WIRED’ is about knowing your worth in a relationship. “The song revolves around not letting a relationship hold you back from living your life,” explains Jessica, “it’s about going out for that ..
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Tāmaki Makaurau indie-rockers PARK RD return with their first new material in over a year with, ‘Ride’. The new single, ‘Ride’ is the first to be released from their upcoming debut album, which displays all the reasons why they are one of NZ’s most exciting up-and-coming bands. Taking sonic inspiration from the likes of modern ..
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Aotearoa dark-pop up-and-comer Michèle Ducray has today released her stand-out new single ‘Monster’. Giving the sense of a dark nursery rhyme, this brilliantly crafted and catchy dark-pop song could also be described as poetic carnival grunge. ‘Monster’ is a song inspired by the artist’s own experience of bullying – drawing on the sense of feeling ..
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Wellington’s seven-piece TOI return to their soul/R’nB roots on their brand new single ‘Essence’, with help from an all-star cast of production and engineering legends. A smooth, soulful tune with hints of funk, ‘Essence’ tells a story of love that’s lost its way but there’s also an uplifting message of hope that shines through. “There’s ..
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Indie rock singer-songwriter Jarrod Ross delves into a new sonic realm with the single ‘Just a Habit’, an addictive guitar-driven track of pure electro-pop-rock. Former guitarist/frontman for Auckland rock band Valedictions and bass player for the acclaimed Flying Nun signed indie-rockers Pan Am, Jarrod now embarks on an exciting new venture dropping ‘Just A Habit’ ..
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Adding to the NZ Music Month excitement, indie pop-rock band Coast Arcade have dropped their electric 5-track debut EP NEXT TO ME! Perfectly capturing the fun, vibrant and energetic vibe of Coast Arcade, each track on NEXT TO ME is a certified banger. Including previously released hit singles ‘Surf Club’ (Official NZ Charts #20 Hot ..
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Get ready for The Feelers as you have never heard them before. New album REIMAGINED – GREATEST HITS will feature 11 cleverly re-interpreted tracks, set for release in the first week of July. Fans will get a taste of the new album with the release of the first single, an epic reimagining of ‘Larger Than ..
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Pōneke-based art-rockers Cautionary Tales’ new single “No Funeral Blues” from their upcoming self-titled debut. An elegy for a friend, “No Funeral Blues” is a riff on WH Auden’s poem “Funeral Blues”, arranged as a slow, creeping post-rock composition. Similar acts include Low, recent Nick Cave releases, Swans, and Mogwai. Cautionary Tales is an experimental art-rock ..
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Emerging songwriter Sam Cullen has today released his infectiously catchy new single ‘Forever’. This new offering, from an exciting up-and-comer, is an absolute confession of love – snapshotting the moment in time when a person realises they’re head-over-heels, but also scared to admit it. “It’s too fun for its own good!” says Sam, who hails ..
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‘Monopoly’ encapsulates the iconic vibe of the 80s & 90s pop; an infectious bass line, punchy drum hits and a captivating groove. In her signature style, Georgia has infused her latest track with impeccable harmonies and a soulful flair, showcasing her exceptional vocal range and control. “Sonically the track fits into a world where Prince ..
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