Music Justan Conn debuts unbridled new EP ‘Everyday Living’ by Laura Hughes Everyday Living by Justan Conn is an unflinching body of work that doesn’t stray away from the dark side of addiction and mental health. Justan Conn is a Newcastle-based singer-songwriter…
Music Sxmpra unleashes ruthless single ‘LOCKJAW!’ via 10K Projects by Laura Hughes LOCKJAW! is Sxmpra latest take on an unyielding king-hit of unruly underground rap. Despite much of his identity being shrouded by mystery since his emergence in 2018, cult-favourite New Zealand-based phonk…
Film and TV News You can now book a holiday at Hobbiton and the introductory deal is cheap af by Tammy Moir Pack your bag we are going on an unexpected journey to stay at the Baggins. LOTR fans can now tick a stay at Hobbiton off their bucket list, with thanks…
Music Masaya drops a music video for their compelling track ‘Black Sheep’ by Happy Masaya have released a music video for their heartwarming track Black Sheep, lifted from their debut album, Chronicles of Youth. Hailing from Raglan, New Zealand is Indie Groove band, Masaya…
Lists News Pro Audio 6 Incredible Boutique Pedal Makers From New Zealand by Happy Guitarists around the world have never had more choice when it comes to effects pedals. The sheer magnitude of talent out there is staggering, and if you think you have…
Music News Tame Impala issues ‘Seizure’ reminder after NZ gig by Tammy Moir Tame Impala’s lighting effects caused seizures to a couple of audience members at a recent NZ gig, which prompted the band to issue a reminder to audience goers. Performing over…
Music News Margaret Urlich, ARIA-winning NZ artist, dies aged 57 by Amy Davidson Margaret Urlich, 57, has passed away after a two-year cancer battle. The NZ-born, Australia-based singer died in her NSW home yesterday. ARIA-winning artist, Margaret Urlich, well-known for singing beside Daryl…
Books News Becky Manawatu talks us through her process and hitting the spot by Tammy Moir With the classic leanings of Once Were Warriors, mixed with a little fun and games of a Taika Waititi film, Aue is set to be destined for big things. Author…
Music News Elton John is ending his farewell tour with us in Aus by Chloe Maddren Elton John has announced that he’s bringing his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour to Australia and New Zealand in 2023 and we couldn’t be more excited. Elton John has added encore…
News TE KAAHU’s Māori song ‘Taupiri’ is breath-taking and intimate by Chloe Maddren Christchurch-born Māori singer TE KAAHU has released her debut album Te Kaahu O Rangi as a tribute to her ancestors. Taupiri is a single from TE KAAHU’s premiere album, Te Kaahu O Rangi, released earlier…
News Science Space Mysterious lights in New Zealand sky created by Elon Musk’s SpaceX by Amy Davidson Stargazers spotted a mysterious light display in New Zealand last night. Apparently, Elon Musk’s SpaceX rockets might be responsible for it. Yesterday evening, around 7:30pm, a spiral of blue lights…
Music News Video The new single and video from PollyHill is wickedly intoxicating by Chloe Maddren PollyHill has released her first track of 2022 and it’s a hypnotic banger that is designed to get you moving. Auckland’s avant-garde rapper PollyHill has released her new single Pulse,…
News Politics Jacinda and Albo’s dinner date last night at Kirribilli House by Amy Davidson NZ PM, Jacinda Ardern joined “old mate” Albo at Kirribilli House for dinner, ahead of formal meetings which kick off today. After landing in Sydney last night, New Zealand PM,…
