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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 in her
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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 with a
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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 get.
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We’re meant to hear at least 20% Kiwi music on the radio. But tune in during the workday, and it’s a different story. After reviewing thousands of tracks played on stations like ZM, The Edge, More FM, and The Rock, a clear pattern emerged: international acts dominate, while
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Nelson-born musician Keegan Lewis, now based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara and studying Commercial Music at Massey University, has been quietly crafting his debut project An Ocean of Violets, a striking first step into the world of alternative pop. “Music’s always been a big part of my life,” he says. “But
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If you’ve spent time scrolling Instagram Reels or dancing at Wellington clubs, there’s a good chance you’ve come across FFAR (Raff Mchunt). Whether it’s his signature bucket hat or his classic sign-off (“Thanks mate!”) the Mount Maunganui-raised DJ and producer has quietly built a recognisable presence
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Whether he’s creating posters, designing clothing or creating music you can be sure that Jai Bartlett is crafting his work with intention and care, considering each element and thinking about the messages he wants to share with the world. Musical Background Growing up in Ōtautahi Christchurch, Jai’s early
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Talking with 19-year-old musician Ben Bonetti, it quickly becomes clear that he’s juggling more than your average second-year student. Hailing from Cambridge and now based in Wellington, Ben is studying a Bachelor of Commercial Music (Practice) at Massey University, performing DJ sets, working on a solo album, and fronting
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If you’ve been around the Wellington music scene lately, chances are you’ve come across Renée Burnett. The 20-year-old singer-songwriter from West Auckland has found her stride blending neo-soul, R&B, and Afrobeat sounds; both as a solo artist and a co-founder of College Try. University Music has
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16 year old Whakatū-based artist Imani-J (Alyahna Sanson-Rejouis) is no stranger to the big stage —whether performing solo or as part of the electronic pop duo JOLA BURNS. With her new single See You In Jupiter on the way, I caught up with her to talk about her evolving style,
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Pōneke Wellington is home to a constantly evolving music scene, and among the fresh faces making an impact is College Try. The indie pop-rock band has been steadily building momentum since forming at Massey University in 2023. I caught up with vocalist Kloey Shaw to talk about the band’s
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This interview was recorded on the 1st of October, 2024. At just 19, Kahu Sanson-Burnett is already making a name for himself in Aotearoa’s indie and pop electronic scenes. Whether through his work in the Nelson-based band Parallel Park or his pop-electronic project JOLA BURNS, Kahu has proven himself