Known for curating Auckland's Ministry of Folk events, indie folk band hoop. now steps fully into the spotlight with their fourth EP - a rich and heartfelt collection of songs exploring life, love, loss, lockdown, and the occasional social or political reflection. Wrap Me Up in Winter combines the song writing talents of Devonport local Nick Edgar (The ... Read more
This December acclaimed songwriter Nadia Reid journeys back to New Zealand in celebration of Enter Now Brightness; her critically lauded fourth album which was released on Chrysalis in February 2025. The Manchester-based expatriate New Zealander is known for her ruminative and well-crafted folk-inflected songwriting, and with Enter Now Brightness she presents a record of poise ... Read more
Join ukulele group, The Nukes, for a road trip like no other – a song-journey from Rakiura (Stewart Island) to Cape Reinga, woven together with harmony and laughter. Celebrating over 15 years together the Nukes have built a reputation built upon finely crafted original tunes, comic flair and great musicianship, all of which have made ... Read more
Music, song and dance for the whole family! One of the oldest folk festivals in the Southern Hemisphere brings exceptional artists from around Aotearoa and from around the world. You’ll be spoiled for choice as some of the best traditional and contemporary folk musicians and folk dancers come together to showcase our amazing genre. Whatever ... Read more
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Moana & the Tribe present ONO, their latest album that begins in Aotearoa and travels the world. Six Indigenous women are featured in a hybrid of live performance and video showcase infused with sublime vocals, kapa haka and dance prowess, and funky electronic-dub beats. Lyrics in te reo Māori ... Read more