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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! First Reserve — Time Song Off the back of two singles and coveted support slots for Keli Holiday and PARK RD, Aotearoa indie artist First Reserve returns with his new single “Time Song”
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Nelson-based funk-rock trio Shedheads are quickly becoming one of the region’s most exciting young live acts. Made up of JP Moynihan, Shoei Ito, and Ryan Smith, the band trace their roots back to Nelson College, where all three first connected through music class. “Me and Shohei had
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Jack Bromwich — Poser, Freak (EP) Tāmaki Makaurau-based alt-rock artist Jack Bromwich has released his debut EP Poser, Freak — a raw and introspective exploration of youth, self-image, and the transition
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Nelson-raised Amelia Power didn’t always plan to chase a career in music, but sometimes you’ve just got to back yourself and see where it leads. After studying Communications at Massey in Wellington, she realised her real passion was elsewhere. This year she made the jump to Auckland,
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! molipane — amensia fx (EP) Pōneke/Wellington-based band molipane (the project of Will Johnson, backed by Trent Wallace, Kale Hamilton, and Drew van Arts) have released their new EP amnesia fx. The
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! College Try — Conversation In Your Head Wellington indie-rock outfit College Try return with their new single Conversation In Your Head, out October 3rd. Known for their honest lyricism and dynamic sound,
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Park Flyers — i'm so fast Wellington-based alternative emo duo Park Flyers return with i'm so fast, a raw and cathartic single that captures their mix of 90s
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Daily J — Rosie's Friend Daily J return with Rosie’s Friend, a groove-heavy indie-pop track that leans into swirling guitars, warm basslines, and dreamy electronica touches — the kind
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Imani-J — EXPECTATIONS (EP) Imani-J delivers her debut EP EXPECTATIONS – a collection of songs exploring the weight of self-pressure, relationships, identity and ambition. Blending smooth R&B with Afrobeats
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! Amelia Power — Nostalgic Nelson-born singer-songwriter Amelia Power releases her new pop single Nostalgic on August 29th. The track reflects on the highs and lows of life, indecision, and time spent
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Got a new song coming out? Send me a message on ryanfromroots@gmail.com to get a feature! My Cosmic Girl – Floodlight Like to a decadent meal with good friends, Floodlight feels refined, full-bodied, and leaves you satisfied yet wanting more. My Cosmic Girl blends Americana-tinged folk warmth
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Commotion returned to Nelson on August 9-10, bringing together young musicians for workshops and performances at NMIT and the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts. The event, organised by Emily Sanson and Scott Burnett, focuses on giving youth access to industry knowledge and performance opportunities they wouldn't normally