Music Happy Mag’s Staff Picks: Ruby Cannon, Genesis Owusu and Beyoncé by Tom Disalvo This week, Happy Mag’s staff picks churn out an eclectic array of fresh tunes, from household names to breakout debuts. Another week has come to an end, and thankfully, it’s…
News BENEE delivers anxiousness-busting vibes with ‘Bagels’ collaboration by Tammy Moir BENEE dishes out a sizzling serving of musical therapy in her latest collaboration, ‘Bagels,’ an irresistible blend of infectious alt-pop and cutting-edge science. Alt-pop sensation BENEE has joined forces with…
Music News Spacey Jane team up with BENEE for new version of ‘Lots of Nothing’ by Sam Bowmer Spacey Jane have kicked off 2023 with a treat for their fans: a new version of ‘Lots of Nothing’ featuring a verse from New Zealand viral sensation BENEE. After a…
Music News Sports BENEE, Flight Facilities, Thelma Plum and more form lineup for Australian Open’s first-ever Finals Festival by Tom Disalvo The Australian Open has announced a stacked lineup for its debut music program set for the last three days of finals tennis next year. Vanessa Amorosi, BENEE, and Flight Facilities…
Music News Party in the Paddock 2023 announces killer lineup by Tammy Moir Smells and looks a lot like the festival season. The Paddock has just dropped its hella good lineup, featuring Gang of Youths, Genesis Owusu, plus more to come. The Paddock…
Interviews Music BENEE is more charming, astute and venerable than ever by Chloe Maddren BENEE has pushed through the hardest times to create another astounding body of work with her new EP, LYCHEE. BENEE told us about checking in with herself, leaning on support…
News LISTEN: BENEE – ‘Hey u x’ by Happy A smouldering light in New Zealand’s alternative pop scene, BENEE has returned hot off the heels with her recent Lily Allen collaboration and latest single, Happen To Me, with her long-awaited…
News Happy Listening: The 6 best new releases of the week by Ben Hansen Every Friday Happy Listening cuts through the sea of new releases to bring you the best of the best in new music. From emotional indie ballads and spooky pop tunes…
News Yours And Owls Festival drop huge homegrown 2021 lineup by Claire Adema Yours and Owls have dropped the full lineup for their 2021 festival… and ooh boy are we excited. Ever since this coronavirus thing took hold, music festivals have been getting…
Lists News 5 artists defining New Zealand’s left-of-centre pop scene by Tom Cameron Despite their relatively small size, New Zealand has always boasted a world-class music scene. Whether it’s the country’s monumental support for the arts or it’s straight-up something in the water,…
Music LISTEN: Benee – ‘Stella & Steve’ by Happy Stella Bennett, aka BENEE, has dropped her second EP of 2019, Stella & Steve. The new EP sees Bennett further refine her slick, dreamy alt-pop sound. Wrap your ears around…
Lists Music 5 big new singles you should all be listening to by Happy After last week’s music world madness which saw new albums from Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Angel Olsen, Wilco, and more, the release radar seems to have somewhat cooled…
