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Tag: New Zealand

Tom-Lee Richards talks about childhood experiences that inspired mini-LP ‘Out of the Oddness

March 19, 2018

New Zealand artist Tom-Lee Richards summons childhood nostalgia, as he recalls a childhood trauma, in his mini-LP ‘Out of the Oddness’.
He tells us about the LP, which contains songs- like ‘As Far As India’ – that is based on his own life experiences, as well reveals more about his musical influences.

‘Y DNT U CM VST ME?????’ – Onny Parun and Silver Fern

March 2, 2017

Former tennis great Onny Parun teams up with Silver Fern for the track, ‘Y DNT U CM VST ME?????’ featuring a lyric video written entirely in txt spk.

Denel’s ‘Imperfectly Perfect 2.0’ Breaks The Beauty Stereotype

August 16, 2016

With a music video that features women of many ages and sizes, Denel bucks the trend with his song, ‘Imperfectly Perfect 2.0’, encouraging the listener to be happy in the skin they are in.

The Coathangers Are More Than A Girl Group With 60s Infused ‘Down Down’

July 12, 2016

Starting up in 2006 in Atlanta, Georgia, The Coathangers had very modest ambitions, playing no-wave and irreverent garage rock. But the trio, who comprise Julia Kugel on guitar, Meredith Franco on bass, and Stephanie Luke on drums (all three take vocal duties), were serious about their craft, and that dedication made for incredible live performances, as well as infectious records.

Ladyhawke – ‘A Love Song’

June 10, 2016

Ladyhawke, AKA Pip Brown gives us the best possible version of “be kind, rewind” with her retro-tinged new video for ‘A Love Song’.

Two Cartoons

August 19, 2015

New Zealand born duo Two Cartoons are on the verge of releasing their first full album later this year. Using the timeless carrot on a stick method, ‘Dreams’ has been brought out to tempt us.

Hannah In The Wars – ‘Only Wanna Be’

August 2, 2015

Hannah Curwood wrote ‘Only Wanna Be’ after a breakup which saw her move from the stark, remote region of Central Otago, New Zealand, to London – literally the other side of the world.

Introducing: Daryl Irvine

June 11, 2015

Daryl Irvine is a New Zealand born Australian singer songwriter. Having written and performed since he was 16, Daryl toured with covers bands in Australia for a few years before breaking out on his own with his own songs.

Tragic Death of Simone Battle

September 6, 2014

Reports are mixed about the death of Simone Battle, member of G.R.L. Battle was found in her Los Angeles home earlier today. Her cause…

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