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DARTZ Aims to Have That Distinct Kiwi Sound, Evoke Kiwi Emotions, and Keep it Punky
September 15, 2023
Pōneke based four-piece DARTZ are a cornerstone of Aotearoa’s live punk scene.
Author:
Jorja Parmentier
Soft Plastics Music Makes You Feel Like the Love Interest of a Film Noir
September 15, 2023
It’s heart-wrenching, melodious, and highly-executed–much like the rest of Soft Plastics’ music.
Author:
Hannah Powell
Charlotte Sands Releases Empowering "Use Me" Alongside LP Announcement | THE NOISE
September 14, 2023
Prolific breakout pop/rock star Charlotte Sands sets herself free on her latest single, "use me."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Flyana Boss Absolutely Eat Up the Long-Awaited "You Wish" Video
September 13, 2023
The breakout duo finally delivers the long-awaited visual for their viral single.
Author:
Jazmin Kylene
Riovaz's "the Rake" Leaves Us With No Complaints on the Dancefloor
September 13, 2023
Riovaz seems simply incapable of missing.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Youth Fountain Wanna Be Enough On New Single "Fallen Short" | THE NOISE
September 12, 2023
The single is the anthemic encapsulation of Youth Fountain's unbridled, nostalgic blend of emo, pop-punk, and alternative rock from the ground up.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Meet Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, Australia's Latest Rocking Export
September 12, 2023
Bristling with garage-punk indifference and gritty guitar riffs, the Aussie four-piece is clearly one to watch.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Rewind: Our 5 Favorite Music Videos of the Last Week
September 12, 2023
From Laufey to Bakar, these are 5 music videos you don't want to miss.
Author:
DJ Connor
Grayscale Bare Their Teeth On New Single "Not Afraid To Die" | THE NOISE
September 12, 2023
The band is back with a synth-fueled track that bears their heart and soul puts fear into perspective, beneath a soaring and vibrant exterior.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Citizen Go Down Memory Lane In Music Video For "When I Let You Down" | THE NOISE
September 12, 2023
Renowned alternative rock band Citizen take a trip down memory lane on their latest new single, "When I Let You Down."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Post Animal's Album 'Iron' Is An Alternative Testament to Lifelong Friendship
July 25, 2025
All six original members of Post Animal reunited for the first time in seven years to record the album.
Author:
Rebeccah Blau
Tommy Newport and Jazz Cartier Have Hit the “Jackpot”
October 31, 2022
“Jackpot” highlights euphoria at its finest with a unison of exceptional musicality and faultless versatility.
Author:
Joe Beer
Emeryld Takes Us on the Road With Sofia Isella in Exclusive Tour Diary
October 8, 2024
Come along as Emeryld takes us on the road and backstage.
Author:
Adam Delahoussaye
Stella Bridie Wants You to Feel Catharsis [Q&A]
May 31, 2025
This past year has been a big one for the young musician from Melbourne, from releasing her first EP to playing SXSW, and we caught up with her behind the scenes at The Great Escape.
Author:
Tanja Brinks Toubro
spiderblush Paints a Moving Portrait of Coming of Age's Imperfections in 'Ways Parted'
May 2, 2024
'Ways Parted' gives fans new and old a look into the raw thoughts of this rising star’s brain.
Author:
Giselle Libby
Olivia O'Brien's 'love & limerence' Is a Re-Introduction to This Vulnerable Rising Star
June 24, 2024
'love & limerence' is a testament to the ever-exciting journey of getting to know yourself.
Author:
Abby Kenna
Daniel Seavey Embraces the Storms in “Other People”
September 5, 2024
“Other People” is both sunny and thunderous, carried both by anguish and acceptance of things lost and won, past and present.
Author:
René Cobar
Danny Dwyer's "System Overload" Is an Intoxicating Dancefloor Meditation
October 23, 2024
"For 'System Overload,' I wanted to do something different and play with styles a little outside of what I'm known for."
Author:
Alessandra Rincon
Cate Tomlinson Weaves a Dark Pop Tale of Fatal Attraction in "The Ring of Fire"
November 4, 2024
“The Ring of Fire” “explores the dangerous allure of giving yourself completely to someone or something, even when you know it might destroy you."
Author:
Giselle Libby
BIZZY is Back With Messy New Single “Don’t Tell The Girls”
April 6, 2025
Alt-pop's favorite voice of honest, messy, fun BIZZY has just announced her run on the North American leg of Rachel Chinouriri's tour.
Author:
Alessandra Rincon