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New Zealand alternative artist Vana releases the new single In Your Name through Sumerian Records as she prepares to begin her first US headlining tour starting April 17.

Split Enz have added new shows in Hamilton, Christchurch and Brisbane to their 2026 Forever Enz Tour after strong ticket demand.

New Zealand reggae band Katchafire collaborate with Louis Baker on a new version of Who You With ahead of the Revival 2.0 Guest Edition album due in November 2026.

Split Enz have returned to the stage for the first time since 2009, performing a reunion concert in Christchurch ahead of their highly anticipated Forever Enz Australian tour.

APRA AMCOS marks 100 years of supporting songwriters in Australia and New Zealand with awards, anthology and a new digital timeline

Rare live recordings from Split Enz’s 1979 Capitol Theatre show have emerged, capturing Semi Detached and Give It A Whirl as the band prepares to reunite for the first time in 20 years.

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds confirm Aldous Harding as support for The Wild God Tour in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, with Melbourne’s 31 January show sold out.

Jonathan Bree returns with Live To Dance, a dark new single with Princess Chelsea that explores desire, rhythm, and noir inspired imagery.

Metallica ended their Australia and New Zealand tour in Auckland with a custom Doodle tribute to Split Enz and Six60, creating a unique cultural moment on the final night.

Aotearoa punk agitators Dick Move return to Australia in early 2026 with their explosive new album Dream, Believe, Achieve. Tour dates and album tracklist revealed.

Phil Rudd has returned to the stage, performing with the Full Metal Orchestra in New Zealand for powerful versions of Back In Black and Thunderstruck.

Robert Taylor, guitarist for Dragon during their classic 1970s and 1980s eras, has died. Taylor helped shape hits like “April Sun In Cuba” and “Are You Old Enough?” that defined Australian rock.

The Beths have made their U.S. late-night debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live performing Straight Line Was A Lie, as they gear up for their 2026 Australian tour.

Split Enz commemorate the 50th anniversary of Mental Notes with ENZyclopedia Volumes One & Two, a career-spanning collection of remasters, rare tracks and new mixes curated by the band.

Iggy Pop, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Hoodoo Gurus, and Zed will headline the 2026 Greenstone Summer Concert Tour with shows in Taupō, Whitianga, and Wānaka this January.

Liam Finn reflects on his songwriting journey from Betchadupa to Crowded House, balancing solo creativity with band collaboration as Crowded House prepare for their sold-out Red Hot Summer tour.

New Zealand’s Benee has released her new single “Underwater,” taken from her upcoming album Ur An Angel I’m Just Particles, out 7 November 2025. The track continues Benee’s exploration of vulnerability, identity, and hyper-pop invention.

Split Enz are back. The legendary New Zealand band is set to reunite for the first time in two decades at the Electric Avenue Festival in Christchurch, marking a monumental moment for fans and music history alike.

New Zealand indie rock favourites The Beths have today released their highly anticipated fourth studio album, Straight Line Was A Lie, via ANTI-.
The new record arrives off the back of two sold-out album launch shows in the United States earlier this week. In New York City, they played to a packed Bowery Ballroom crowd with comedian Marcia Belsky on support. On the West Coast, they brought their sound to Los Angeles’ Bob Baker Marionette Theatre, with comedy legend Margaret Cho opening the night.