Exuberant, groovy and bright; dive into the radiant energy of Ella Minehan’s new single ‘Read Receipts’. On this new single, Minehan tackles a toxic ‘situationship’, choosing to walk away from someone who isn’t a good match and leaving them on ‘seen.

R&A drop 18 exciting and cross-cultural acts for their first 2023 festival announcement ft. local legends BENEE, Bontempo, Fat Freddy’s Drop, Home Brew, Kaylee Bell, Nice Girl, Paige Julia, My Baby & more!

There’s some fresh faces in the local scene that we can’t wait to tell you about!

NZ artists have hit the ground running in 2023 and have dropped so much remarkable world-class music already this year! Here are our faves that we can’t stop listening to.

We chat to Christchurch-based rapper about his new EP, dedicated to his homeland of Papua New Guinea.

We chat to Kenyan-New Zealand artist Muroki about his new EP 'Heading East' which we're obsessed with!

From deeply emotional ballads with hauntingly beautiful string sections, to Prince-inspired pop with infectiously catchy hooks, Georgia Lines tells us all about her stunning new EP which encapsulates the wide range of experiences and emotion of everything it means to be human.

Reggae/pop artist Alya Jade tells us all about her enchanting and elusive debut single 'Under Her Spell (Boom)', as well as the te Reo Māori version 'I Tōnā Wā (Boom)' through support from NZ on Air and their incredible Waiata Takitahi initiative.

A captivating live performance of "Have I" from the soul and R&B artist's latest EP "For The Better".

Originally from Wellington, band members Alex & Ciarann from the now Melbourne-based band Bakers Eddy tell us all about their new debut album ‘Love Boredom Bicycles’ - which is exactly what the album is about!

Known for blending dazzling contemporary R&B and soul sounds with a modern twist, ‘Just So You Won't Be Alone’ dances eloquently between the two genres as alayna weaves the two worlds together with her soulful voice.

Jackson tells us all about his musical journey, and latest R&B track 'Can't Make It Right' showcasing his effortless soulful vocal ability.

Make sure you check out the incredibly magical EP by alt-pop artist!

“The EP is a body of songs to timestamp a season of my life (2021) where I’d boarder the lines of delusion and euphoria” - Julius Black

'MERCY II' is the exhilarating sophomore EP offering by experimental hip-hop artist WHO SHOT SCOTT. The second instalment in the 'MERCY' EP trilogy, the project is a continuation and elevation of his brand of bold sonic choices, mixed with raw lyrics drawing from his past traumas and relationships.

A stunning performance by Dunedin alt-pop songstress Miakie.

Connor Pritchard tells us about his campaign to create music videos to help 8 up & coming musicians get a start in this scene including with MIKEYY’s ‘Notice Me’.

Serving refreshing house with a side of introspection & awakening, Samson Live’s debut single 'Breathe' organically fuses an entrancing atmospheric soundscape with heavy soul-hitting drops featuring Allen’s mesmerising vocals - a thrilling debut from the duo.

An absolutely STUNNING live performance from alt-indie songstress Sofia Machray.

The electronic producer is quickly becoming a familiar name in the NZ electronic music scene with recent collaborations with LA WOMEN and MCK, and he even supported Wilkinson on his NZ tour!