Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews
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Every week The MOST 100.4 FM features the freshest tracks coming out of Aotearoa with Making Tracks. We top it off with an interview with the artist each Friday – a special treat to kick-start the weekend.
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The Heart of Spring - Frau Knotz
July 19, 2024 00:01 - 13 minutes - 32 MBSpring is promising, hopeful, colourful and a time for blossoming. Many writers and poets have written about it, musicians have sung about it, artists have painted it, all trying to capture the feelings that spring evokes after a long winter. Since it's just around the corner for us in Aotearoa, I wanted to spread some spring joy early. The first half of ‘The Heart of Spring’ was completed in 2021 on my laptop; those original home-recorded vocals and MIDI arrangements remain on the final tr...
Sky Machine - Take Me On
July 04, 2024 23:30 - 11 minutes - 27 MBOriginally from New Zealand, Alternative Pop group Skymachine is known for their indie nostalgia andenergetic live shows, synth tapestries and weightedlyrics. Formed by multi-instrumentalist Brydon, their debut EP 'Young Guns' was championed by curator Alex Rainbird, receiving over 1 million YouTube streams inonly six weeks, and was followed up by ‘IWTKWYLF' in 2018. That year they also launched their ’Secret Spots Tour’ , booking niche shows at unusual locations aroundNew Zealand, from...
Joe Kearns - Contestant Number 3
June 26, 2024 21:23 - 9 minutes - 21.9 MBJoe Kearns is a Christchurch born and bred singer-songwriter who's been plying his trade in Chch and trying to get his unique poppy songs heard. Formerly a student of the University of Canterbury's School of Music where he has an honours degree majoring in composition, he's just released his 10th single full of his usual pop sensibilities with intelligent and interesting lyrics. 'Contestant Number 3' is a fun 80s synth pop song representing how we used to look for love in those days - via ...
First Reserve - Alice
June 20, 2024 21:29 - 10 minutes - 23.1 MBBased in Wellington, this year, First Reserve has played alongside international acts Hot Mulligan (US), and Movements (US), as well as local legends Wet Denim, There's A Tuesday, and Daffodils. Previous singles have received airplay on Radio One, and new single "alice" combines hard-hitting rock instrumentation with ear-worm hooks.
Avalanche City - Keep That Love
June 14, 2024 00:04 - 10 minutes - 24.9 MBAotearoa’s beloved and platinum-selling Avalanche City (AKA Dave Baxter) has today released an introspective new single ‘Keep That Love’ - his first in five years. A delicate acoustic guitar creates the bed for a gently expanding soundscape; layers of backing vocals, gentle synths and atmospheric guitars working together to evoke a sense of poignant reflection and hope. “‘Keep That Love’ is really just an encouragement to keep looking for love and beauty, kindness and compassion,” says Da...
Ardon England - Neon World Ft. Keshia
June 06, 2024 22:00 - 9 minutes - 22.4 MBArdon England, a multifaceted force in New Zealand's music landscape. A Māori artist, Ardon is a bold advocate for diversity and inclusion, infusing his unique blend of genres with unapologetic creativity and raw emotion. With a background steeped in dance and performance artistry, Ardon's journey into music was inevitable. Over two decades, he's traversed stages nationwide, captivating audiences with his electrifying presence.
Goodnight My Darling - Ruby
May 31, 2024 00:13 - 9 minutes - 21 MBA culmination of dreamy vocals and experiential sound, Goodnight My Darling is the vision and project of up and coming Wellington based singer-songwriter Maxine Macaulay. With elements of shoegaze, folk and dreamy melody, Macaulay says her ever evolving vibe is a poetic expression of her life and the places around her. Her songs take you on a cinematic journey, while her ethereal vocals lull you into a quiet sense of peace and appreciation. Goodnight My Darling started as an electronic p...
Robinson - The War on Art
May 23, 2024 21:44 - 14 minutes - 33.6 MBNZ born, international breakthrough artist Robinson has returned with her first single of 2024, the soaring new track ‘The War On Art’, out today. An impatient, driving guitar with dark undertones are matched with Robinson’s emotive, powerfully raw vocal performance. When the chorus hits, ‘The War On Art’ is stadium ready; stacked with vocals and a massive rhythm section, as Robinson lyrically opens fire on the darker realities of creative industries “where they turn our dreams into a busin...
Daily J - Happy Slides
May 16, 2024 23:34 - 11 minutes - 25.7 MBAuckland-based Daily J continue to take the globe by storm with their signature blend of indie-rock and indie-pop; today dropping a new tune - the nostalgic and sentimental ‘Happy Slides’. It’s been an action packed few years for the local lads (three brothers Jayden, Jonny and Jesse Paul and good mate Rick Everard), who have earned a reputation as one of New Zealand music’s most successful exports with tens of millions of streams across platforms and sold out tours across countries. The ...
Rita Mae - Kiss the Sky
May 09, 2024 22:30 - 10 minutes - 23.4 MBAotearoa’s rising indie artist Rita Mae has returned with her first single of 2024, the unapologetically anthemic new single and video ‘Kiss The Sky’, co-written with The Naked and Famous’ award-winning artist Alisa Xayalith. Oscillating between chill, acoustic verses and full noise, grungy, stadium-ready choruses, ‘Kiss The Sky’ sonically mirrors its lyrical meaning, being a “greedy, indulgent song about wanting everything and being unapologetic about it.”
Sam Cullen - Love Again
May 02, 2024 23:10 - 10 minutes - 22.9 MBSam Cullen’s sound is far from what you might expect of a 23 year-old born and raised on theedge of the world in Invercargill - the bottom of New Zealand. With genuine lyrics drawn from lived experience and a rock and roll meets pop driving energy, the now Auckland-based artist is a force to be reckoned with. Since 2022’s ‘Run’ - EP, Sam has honed his stadium rock influences and completes his next era of releases on April 19 with his ‘Love Again’ - EP. Sam wears his heart on his sleeve w...
Frau Knotz - Odyssey 1
April 26, 2024 00:41 - 12 minutes - 28.3 MBFollowing the success of her 2023 singles ‘Runway of Reality’ and ‘Cellular’, today’s release puts on full display Frau Knotz’s drive to consistently push boundaries. An ethereal and mysterious piece, ‘Odyssey I’ showcases what Frau Knotz does best; emotive storytelling through vocal performance amongst unchartered sonic realms.
Skinnyandsoft - DMG_CNTRL
April 11, 2024 22:06 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MBSkinnyandsoft is the moniker of Lou Smith, a 24-year-old singer/songwriter from and based in Taranaki. He previously released a single with Tyson Ritter, the frontman of the All American Rejects, and released a single with fellow NZ artist Rita Mae. dmg_cntrl is one of two singles that release on 03/29, leading off the rollout of skinnyandsoft's debut album "showhilla".
Banana Mundo - Driving Around
March 27, 2024 22:51 - 10 minutes - 23.7 MBThe vibrant and dynamic Taranaki based 9-piece band, Banana Mundo, is thrilled to announce the release of their latest single, "Driving Around". Known for their electrifying live performances and a unique blend of musical styles, Banana Mundo takes listeners on a journey with a song that encapsulates the freedom and exhilaration of hitting the road. "Driving Around" is a lively, upbeat track that combines the infectious grooves of funk with the warm rhythms of Latin music, creating a sound ...
The Transits - Heartbreak Queen
March 25, 2024 22:17 - 12 minutes - 28.2 MBNZ-South African band The Transits have released their self-titled debut album + new single/video 'Heartbreak Queen' - both receiving local and international praise! Since they started releasing music just one year ago, they have been on the South Africa Top 40 multiple times and NZ RadioScope Alt Chart – and since Friday's release they’ve placed on 3 x Apple Music playlists, shot to 25k+ streams on their new music video and had a significant boost to their fan base. ‘Heartbreak Queen' has a...
Geoff Ong - When It Gets Easy
March 21, 2024 20:19 - 11 minutes - 27.1 MBTāmaki Makaurau based indie-pop delight Geoff Ong has today released his latest single ‘When it Gets Easy’. ‘When it Gets Easy’ delves into intimate reflections on the journey of growing up and unpacking big feelings. Geoff’s knack for catchy pop hooks, paired with a driving beat and bright guitar licks, have built what he hopes will become an “upbeat and hopeful anthem for people who are also wondering when it gets easier.”
Fraser Ross - Thunderhead
March 13, 2024 21:09 - 11 minutes - 27 MBŌtautahi indie-folk artist Fraser Ross has today released the title track single and music video from his much-anticipated upcoming album ‘Thunderhead’. A mesh of folk, indie and soft-rock - with the perfect balance of melancholia and hope, ‘Thunderhead’ is set to become another successful track in Fraser’s discography. ‘Thunderhead’ is a deeply personal reflection written as a documentary of Frasers travels throughout America, and the experience of leaving a family. Named after Thunderhea...
Park Rd - Every Night
March 07, 2024 23:34 - 7 minutes - 17.8 MBAuckland indie-rockers PARK RD return with the new single, ‘Every Night’, their first new release for 2024. An upbeat-slice of indie-pop, ‘Every Night’ sees the band wearing its influences proudly on its sleeves, embracing a sound similar to The 1975 and Spacey Jane. Jangly guitars from Angus Hampton-Carr and Leo Crawshaw-Bond combine, alongside a soaring call-and-response chorus ready-made for the live stage.
Sonic Delusion - Have You Ever
February 22, 2024 20:08 - 11 minutes - 26.9 MB“Get out and see the world” is the message in this global collaboration between New Zealand based Swiss-kiwi indie pop artist Sonic Delusion and Swiss producer Timtime. “Have you ever been to Paris, Istanbul, Peru?” Make the most of your time on this planet and enjoy the beautiful wonders this world has to offer. The joint venture from opposite ends doesn’t stop there, Timtime remixed this upbeat positive Sonic Delusion song into an unusually “happy” deep house banger, merching the two com...
Steezy's Touch - Lemoncake
February 15, 2024 21:06 - 12 minutes - 29.1 MBNelson originating indie-rock band, Steezy’s Touch is thrilled to announce the release of the first single of their upcoming EP for 2024 ‘Lemoncake’. Front man Tom Mitchener stated “Lemoncake is without a doubt our biggest song yet, it’s been in the works for a while now and we’re unbelievably stoked to be able to release it” Lemoncake is the band’s first release for 2024 and they are in high hopes for the year to come in terms of releases and shows as they spent the majority of 2023 in be...
Fool of Stars - Sol 127
February 08, 2024 20:50 - 10 minutes - 22.9 MBFool of Stars are a synth-rock/shoegaze outfit based in Ōtepoti, New Zealand. Consisting of Olive Ward on vocals and guitar, Jacob Smith on organ/bass, and Max White on drums, the group fuses the textural paintings of shoegaze with the instantly appealing melodic hooks of dream pop. “Sol 127” is perhaps the catchiest release from Fool of Stars thus far. The intro features every instrument entering one by one and after the drums kick in the song gets going and never stops. The roaring guitar...
Thomas Powers - Sleep and/or Rest
February 01, 2024 22:32 - 14 minutes - 32.4 MBThomas Powers, co-founder of the award-winning synth-pop band The Naked And Famous, has today unveiled ‘Sleep and/or Rest’. The fourth single to be shared from his upcoming debut LP A TYRANT CRYING IN PRIVATE, set for release this year.
My Old Friend - Twin Tiger
January 25, 2024 22:55 - 14 minutes - 32.7 MBTWIN TIGER is a four piece Indietronica band who's synth-heavy, 80's inspired pop confidently rests on a dance-ready groove. Laced with plenty of catchy licks and memorable melodies, Twin Tiger are destined to be your new favourite band. Based in New Plymouth, New Zealand Twin Tiger's endearing collection of songs have been written under the influence of Taranaki's sunny skies and endless black sand beaches. Codes Hoskin (Keys), Marc Gernhoefer (Drums), Nate Betteridge (Bass), Cr...
Paul Martin - The Duke and the Duchess
January 18, 2024 23:23 - 11 minutes - 26.9 MBThe track is one of 4 songs that I wrote and recorded this year after making a conscious decision to get back into doing some song writing, something I hadn't done much of for a long time. The song talks about a fictional couple who behave and expect to be treated like they are royalty. It's really taking a dig at today's influencer culture and how people seem to be focused on appearances more than character. It's the product of a project as a solo artist, recorded and mixed by myself, mo...
Celine - Field Res
December 15, 2023 00:08 - 11 minutes - 25.5 MBCeline is a guitar-based noise rock trio from Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau. Originally active in the mid 90’s and led by Rob Lundon (Wrong White Crowd, Dam Native) and Andrew Moon (Goblin Mix, RST, Cindytalk), the band re-grouped in 2019 to record and play new music. Returning to the live scene in 2023 with new bassist Kirsten Smith and drummer Marty Doo, Celine headlined January's Powerwest Fest, and joined Vorsen (John Halvorsen of Bailterspace/Skeptics/Gordons) for the Auckland date of the...
Ra Charmian - Papatuānuku He Ataahua by Ra Charmian
December 07, 2023 21:49 - 9 minutes - 21.4 MBRa Charmian Toia-Booth is a performer and vocalist who performed around the world for almost 10 years before returning to Aotearoa. Since being back she’s been a featured artist on RNZ, Air NZ and radio stations around the country, as well as performing on TV and radio - including being the voice for the 2023 NZ Radio Award-winning jingle ‘You’ve Sure Got A Friend In The Breeze’. Hayden Booth is also an experienced musician who has toured and performed internationally for many years - play...
Outside - This Silent Divide
November 26, 2023 20:19 - 8 minutes - 20.1 MBThis Silent Divide are a rock band from Wellington, New Zealand that mix driving drums, wall-of-sound guitars and melodic overtones to create catchy, high-energy songs. They are known for their tight and powerful live sound that gets audiences moving. 'Outside' is the band's third release of 2023, following on the heels of singles 'Beautiful Creature' (released in May) and 'Morning' (July), which received positive reviews and radio play in New Zealand, the US & UK. Lyrically 'Outside' tou...
Sam Cullen - The Cold Midwinter
November 16, 2023 20:28 - 10 minutes - 24.2 MBOff the back of a huge 10-stop NZ spring tour celebrating his hit single ‘Forever’, emerging rock n’ roller Sam Cullen has today unveiled his rousing new single ‘The Cold Midwinter’. Described as an introspective snapshot of home, ‘The Cold Midwinter’ is an honest, catchy, raucous rock n roll track that hits you like a freight train - physically and emotionally. In time, it’s sure to have the whole pub, club and car singing at the top of their lungs. “This song is me down to the ground,” ...
Cellular - Frau Knotz
November 09, 2023 22:40 - 12 minutes - 28.3 MBFrom Ngāmotu 10 Nov 23 Single In stark contrast to her previous two singles, ‘Cellular’ is a drumless track that sees Frau Knotz at the piano, shapeshifting between electronic experimentation and acoustic texture. With ex London-based producer Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio and mastering engineer Chris Chetland at Kog Studios, she has created a haunting production that solely uses piano and analog bass as a foundation to highlight her vocal performance with new purity and deta...
Play It Loud - 1 Drop Nation
October 19, 2023 20:51 - 9 minutes - 22.1 MBEver since their self-titled debut album dropped at the end of 2022, fans of Õtautahi band 1 Drop Nation have been treated to electric live performances and two hit singles. Now, the band have released their eagerly-awaited second album MOMENT IN TIME and it will not disappoint! An outstanding amount of Aotearoa talent, dedication, aroha and countless hours in Surgery Studios with Dr Lee Prebble have resulted in a thrilling ride of funk, roots, reggae, pop, rock, RnB and a massive dose of ...
Liana Hart - Don't Ghost
October 12, 2023 22:20 - 10 minutes - 23.8 MBTaranaki based country-folk singer/songwriter Liana Hart shares deeply personal sentiments by combining intricate vocal hooks and passionate, conversational lyrics, with finger-style guitar and delicate harmonica melodies. The songstress is musical theatre trained (NASDA, 2018) and has strong roots in country and folk music. Liana takes inspiration from classic greats such as Emmylou Harris, Jackson Browne, and Stevie Nicks, and while she infuses her writing and performance with contempora...
Time Stops - Jeline
October 10, 2023 22:13 - 12 minutes - 28.8 MBJeline is an indie-pop artist who's always finding little parts of her thoughts and feelings to write about and amplify through music. A proud Filipino born and raised in Pōneke/Wellington, she’s always been singing from a young age from karaoke, musical theater tunes to the hot 100 on the radio. Eventually she started songwriting at the age of 11, honing in her songwriting skills and creating melodies in her head ever since. Studying Commercial Music at Massey, she met her producer Jack He...
Bush Buds - Heavy Nostalgia
September 28, 2023 22:22 - 10 minutes - 23.9 MBBush Buds are a 6 piece West Coast indie-roots band, born and bred in Taranaki, Nz. Formed in 2018, Bush Buds take inspiration from bands like Lab, Six60, Sticky Fingers and Ocean Alley. Our new track Heavy Nostalgia is based on the feeling of looking back on golden memories of good times with great people. It was recorded by the talented Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio in Ōakura, and mastered by Chris Chetland from Kog mastering in Auckland.
No Cigar - The Vibrance
September 21, 2023 22:25 - 14 minutes - 33.4 MBIndie-alt-rock act NO CIGAR have today released the chill and emotive new track ‘The Vibrance (Somebody To Blame)’. This is the second single to be released off their anticipated upcoming album, THE GREAT ESCAPE. Warm guitars, spacious backing vocals and a captivating vocal performance from Willy Ferrier work together to create a subtle undertone of melancholy. Though sonically chill and carrying a steadily relaxed groove, ‘The Vibrance (Somebody To Blame)’ has an ache to it; mirroring the ...
Amber Carly Williams - Kids on the Internet
September 14, 2023 22:31 - 12 minutes - 29 MBA stunning new voice from within the burgeoning Ōtautahi music scene, Amber Carly Williams has announced the release of Kids On The Internet, the firs single from her upcoming EP, 21 Roses. Paired with producer/musician Terence O’Connor as part of NZ On Air’s Development programme, the two Ōtautahi creatives have combined to present a song that beautifully showcases a singer/songwriter whose crat immediately sits comfortably alongside the likes of international stars Julien Baker and Lizzy...
Saurian - Sheep's Clothing
August 31, 2023 22:45 - 11 minutes - 26.5 MBSaurian, an octopedal rock unit (aka four-piece band) from Dunedin, New Zealand, is set to ignite the rock scene with their highly anticipated new single, ‘Sheep's Clothing.’ Known for their electrifying performances and unapologetic sound, Saurian has been captivating audiences for the past eight years with their unique brand of hard-hitting rock music. Written about the perils of a misunderstood situationship gone awry, ‘Sheep's Clothing’ delves into the realm of human emotions, exploring...
Amiria Grenell
August 10, 2023 21:42 - 13 minutes - 30.8 MBAward-winning, Ōtautahi based folk singer and songwriter Amiria Grenell has released her dreamy new single and video ‘Romeo’, out today. A romantic earworm laced with melodic guitar lines and sweet vocal harmonies, ‘Romeo’ has an alt-country and folk feel; giving a tasteful nod to 1950’s doo-wop with its 6/8 feel and chorus of male backup singers supporting Amiria’s blissful voice. Above all else, ‘Romeo’ is a playful song about dreaming up a person to love.
Bird Machine - Hellos and Frowns
August 03, 2023 21:28 - 11 minutes - 26.9 MBHamilton’s rising alt-pop-rock duo Bird Machine (Luke and Jenna Grbin) release their eagerly awaited new single ‘Hellos and Frowns’. The track, inspired by the perspective of their autistic son, is sure to captivate fans with its use of grunge guitars, powerful vocals, and nostalgic 90s alt-rock influences. ‘Hellos and Frowns’ is a striking addition to the duo's musical repertoire. The song provides a unique viewpoint into the world as seen through the eyes of their young son. Bird Machi...
Nova - Temple
July 21, 2023 04:35 - 12 minutes - 28.2 MBTe-Whanganui-a-Tara band NOVA have released their reflective and vibe-filled new single ‘Temple’, out today. ‘Temple’ is the third track to be released off their upcoming EP, out July 21. Stacked synths and moments of ear candy fill the sonic space of ‘Temple’, with a hook-laden rhythm section woven in to create an all-encompassing, infectious groove. The vocals, performed by NOVA’s Bryn van Vliet and Eliza Pickard, oscillate between more staccato verses and expansive, layered choruses; th...
Oceans - Pure
July 12, 2023 22:50 - 15 minutes - 35 MBOriginally from Christchurch, Oceans are a five piece shoegaze band no based in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia. With inspirations varying from Joy Division and Slowdive to Boards of Canada and Tycho, the heart of Oceans’ sound is a dedication to experimentation and timbre, creating vast sonic landscapes inspired by ambient, new wave and 90’s shoegaze.
No Reply - Departure Lounge
July 06, 2023 21:38 - 10 minutes - 24.5 MBNo Reply (Tauranga) is stoked to announce the release of their debut single “Departure Lounge” available everywhere on 13 July 2023. No Reply formed in 2022 as a ska cover band playing their favourite hits from the 90’s and 2000’s. Practices turned into jams of original music and the collaborative process blossomed. No Reply tries to emphasise the magic of the horn section with catchy pop melodies.
The Transits - Renegade Heart
June 29, 2023 21:20 - 6 minutes - 14.3 MBNot many of us get a shot, years later, at correcting the past, of rediscovering the dreams of our teenage youth, back in the company of the very same people that made it special way back when – your friends, colleagues, creatives, like-mindeds, the people that know you best. But this is what’s happened to the members of reborn New Zealand-via-South Africa punk-rock outfit, The Transits. 30 years after the formation of their teenage first band – after divergent musical journeys comprising l...
Fin Rah Zel - Closer
June 22, 2023 21:16 - 10 minutes - 25 MBIn his latest song ‘Closer’, which was funded by the NZ on Air new music development fund, Brian Norton reflects on that often conflicted and confusing experience of being young and male in a world obsessed with image and having the cool factor. In his opening lines, ‘he walks around with his head held high, he wears a smile for the people passing by, covered in tattoos with the cool shoes on’ he’s describing someone who looks all fine, from the outside. It’s a tendency he notices among you...
Be Free - Sonic Delusion
June 16, 2023 04:36 - 10 minutes - 24.5 MBSonic Delusion’s latest single release “Be Free” sends a strong motivational message to encourage dreamers to follow their passion, even if that can mean taking a leap and quitting your day job to pursue your life goals. Although that can be a very hard thing to do, the reward is much greater once you’ve gone through with it. Life is short so make the most of it and follow your feelings and instincts. The groovy, uplifting and soulful single “Be Free” is out on Friday 16th June 2023 on all ...
Marmalade - Bright
June 08, 2023 21:54 - 12 minutes - 28.5 MBTāmaki Makaurau-based five-piece Marmalade are a group of friends that write music in their living room. Swinging somewhere between clean-pop and indie-rock, Marmalade’s soaring female vocals and honest lyricism float above a steady musical backbone to create a juicy jar full of sounds. Despite being a fresh new band, they’ve already played support for a number of notable acts including Hot Potato Band (AUS), 10:32 (UK), and Beach Bunny (US). With their debut EP on the horizon Marmalade are...
This Silent Divide - Beautiful Creature
May 25, 2023 23:14 - 9 minutes - 21.8 MBWellington rock band This Silent Divide meld driving drums, wall-of-sound guitars and melodic overtones to create catchy, high-energy songs. ‘Beautiful Creature’ was recorded in late 2022 at Wellington’s Surgery Studios, produced by Toby Lloyd (Sea Mouse, Hollie Smith, Ingrid & The Ministers, Macho Macho) and mastered in Germany by Robin Schmidt (Placebo, Arctic Monkeys, Pixes, Royal Blood). The song is about society's desire to write-off and punish people who lash out when pushed beyond ...
Lauren Gin - Flight Ft. Reshma
May 18, 2023 21:42 - 22 minutes - 52.5 MBAotearoa-based electronic music producer and songwriter, Lauren Gin, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of her latest single, ‘Flight’ featuring Reshma. This high-energy track is the third release off her forthcoming EP titled ‘Adrenaline,’ and promises to deliver the hard-hitting Trap and Future Bass sound that Lauren Gin is known for. Lauren Gin is an electronic music producer and songwriter from Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa (Auckland, New Zealand). She has become a renowned figure...
Viices - Sandcastle
May 04, 2023 21:19 - 11 minutes - 25.5 MBViices are thrilled to announce our new single “Sandcastle”. This song is a step in a heavier direction for us which we’re very excited about, and it’s reflective of the sound we aim for when we perform live as a hard rock duo. We’re following this up with a four-show tour in the North Island with some awesome bands, including gigs in Hamilton and Auckland for the first time. Tour dates: Thursday 4 May - Dead Witch, Auckland with Fools Lagoon and Lost Vessels Friday 5 May - Nivara Loun...
Rvmes - Say Something
May 01, 2023 21:29 - 12 minutes - 29.5 MBThe RVMES are releasing a smooth new single called 'Say Something' on the 20th of April to tie off this year's somewhat questionable Summer. Say Something was written about conversations with a new found love and fits like a glove into the NZ music scene, weaving a sweet and warm mood of reggae, complimented by a bed of jazz chords.
Coast Arcade - Surf Club
March 30, 2023 21:28 - 9 minutes - 20.8 MBCatchy new single ‘Surf Club’ from Aotearoa’s indie pop-rock band Coast Arcade is sure to hook all summer escapists! Becoming known for their fun music and live performances, ‘Surf Club’ does not disappoint. The vibe is fast, upbeat and energetic - but unlike previous singles, it has a more surf-influenced flavour and raw, indie sound. “‘Surf Club’ has a few different meanings,” says lead singer/guitarist Bella Bavin. “On a surface level, it’s the perfect summer-highlights reel, and I hop...