Aotearoa’s rising indie artist Rita Mae has returned with her first single of 2024, the unapologetically anthemic new single and video ‘Kiss The Sky’, co-written with The Naked and Famous’ award-winning artist Alisa Xayalith.

Oscillating between chill, acoustic verses and full noise, grungy, stadium-ready choruses, ‘Kiss The Sky’ sonically mirrors its lyrical meaning, being a “greedy, indulgent song about wanting everything and being unapologetic about it.”

Sam Cullen’s sound is far from what you might expect of a 23 year-old born and raised on theedge of the world in Invercargill - the bottom of New Zealand. With genuine lyrics drawn from lived experience and a rock and roll meets pop driving energy, the now Auckland-based artist is a

force to be reckoned with.

Since 2022’s ‘Run’ - EP, Sam has honed his stadium rock influences and completes his next era of releases on April 19 with his ‘Love Again’ - EP. Sam wears his heart on his sleeve with this body of work with songs about growing up and homesickness while figuring himself out a little more.

Over the past 3 years, he has steadily climbed the ladder of success; releasing three EP’s, playing on some of New Zealand’s biggest stages (including the main stage at R&V), selling out a number of headline shows and playing support slots around the country. Following a massive 10-date

solo tour of NZ in 2023, this next era introduces a 5-piece live band that brings an incomparable onstage energy.

Following the success of her 2023 singles ‘Runway of Reality’ and ‘Cellular’, today’s release puts on full display Frau Knotz’s drive to consistently push boundaries. An ethereal and mysterious piece, ‘Odyssey I’ showcases what Frau Knotz does best; emotive storytelling through vocal performance amongst unchartered sonic realms.

Skinnyandsoft is the moniker of Lou Smith, a 24-year-old singer/songwriter from and based in Taranaki. He previously released a single with Tyson Ritter, the frontman of the All American Rejects, and released a single with fellow NZ artist Rita Mae. dmg_cntrl is one of two singles that release on 03/29, leading off the rollout of skinnyandsoft's debut album "showhilla".

The vibrant and dynamic Taranaki based 9-piece band, Banana Mundo, is thrilled to announce the release of their latest single, "Driving Around". Known for their electrifying live performances and a unique blend of musical styles, Banana Mundo takes listeners on a journey with a song that encapsulates the freedom and exhilaration of hitting the road.

"Driving Around" is a lively, upbeat track that combines the infectious grooves of funk with the warm rhythms of Latin music, creating a sound that is both fresh and nostalgic. The song aims to evoke the joy and adventure of embarking on a road trip, capturing the sense of escape and discovery that comes with driving through unknown landscapes.

NZ-South African band The Transits have released their self-titled debut album + new single/video 'Heartbreak Queen' - both receiving local and international praise! Since they started releasing music just one year ago, they have been on the South Africa Top 40 multiple times and NZ RadioScope Alt Chart – and since Friday's release they’ve placed on 3 x Apple Music playlists, shot to 25k+ streams on their new music video and had a significant boost to their fan base. ‘Heartbreak Queen' has a catchy keyboard riff that propels the verses, which are complemented by high-energy drums and guitars driving the chorus. It’s an infectious musical experience!

Tāmaki Makaurau based indie-pop delight Geoff Ong has today released his latest single ‘When it Gets Easy’.

‘When it Gets Easy’ delves into intimate reflections on the journey of growing up and unpacking big feelings.

Geoff’s knack for catchy pop hooks, paired with a driving beat and bright guitar licks, have built what he hopes will become an “upbeat and hopeful anthem for people who are also wondering when it gets easier.”

Ōtautahi indie-folk artist Fraser Ross has today released the title track single and music video from his much-anticipated upcoming album ‘Thunderhead’.

A mesh of folk, indie and soft-rock - with the perfect balance of melancholia and hope, ‘Thunderhead’ is set to become another successful track in Fraser’s discography.

‘Thunderhead’ is a deeply personal reflection written as a documentary of Frasers travels throughout America, and the experience of leaving a family. Named after Thunderhead Artist’s Refuge in Montana, a camp that brings artists together in the spirit of natural building and campfire jamming - and the place Fraser wrote the track mid-travels.

Auckland indie-rockers PARK RD return with the new single, ‘Every Night’, their first new release for 2024.

An upbeat-slice of indie-pop, ‘Every Night’ sees the band wearing its influences proudly on its sleeves, embracing a sound similar to The 1975 and Spacey Jane.

Jangly guitars from Angus Hampton-Carr and Leo Crawshaw-Bond combine, alongside a soaring call-and-response chorus ready-made for the live stage.

“Get out and see the world” is the message in this global collaboration between New Zealand based Swiss-kiwi indie pop artist Sonic Delusion and Swiss producer Timtime.

“Have you ever been to Paris, Istanbul, Peru?” Make the most of your time on this planet and enjoy the beautiful wonders this world has to offer.

The joint venture from opposite ends doesn’t stop there, Timtime remixed this upbeat positive Sonic Delusion song into an unusually “happy” deep house banger, merching the two complete opposite ends of the musical spectrum.