We’re live on the ground at Electric Avenue 2026, and the energy is absolutely next level. MJ’s been roaming the crowd and even pulled a legend in to help with his goss corner, and trust us, the tea is HOT. The numbers alone tell the story. 45,000 tickets sold per day, plus around 2,000 workers, artists, and crew on site, marking a 13% increase on the 2025 event, which sold 39,000 tickets. When tickets dropped last year, they sold out in just 20 minutes, proving once again why demand for this festival is unmatched.

With 53 acts across 5 stages over two massive days, Electric Avenue proudly retains its title as “the biggest party in Australasia” for the second year running. If you weren’t here, we’ve got you covered, and if you are, you already know this one’s going down in history. All thanks to Electric Avenue for sending us to cover this amazing festival

It’s Zain’s birthday, and we’re celebrating the only way we know how, with chaos, chats, and plenty of laughs. We’re breaking down the post-Laneway Festival buzz, bracing ourselves for the pre-Electric Avenue hardship, and soaking up everything festival season throws at us.

Plus, MJ’s Gossip Corner is back with all the must-know pop culture tea, alongside a deep dive into the best Kiwi music you should have on repeat right now.

Birthdays, festivals, gossip, and good tunes

She’s back on the air! Renée joins us fresh out of the studio and ready to talk about her latest release, the brand-new single BEEN A MINUTE. We dive into what she’s been working on behind the scenes, the inspiration behind the track, and what this new chapter means for her sound moving forward. If you’ve missed hearing from Renée, this one’s been a long time coming.

Turn it up, it’s been a minute, and she’s back.

Welcome to our new mid week catch up pod. This week we chat EA and welcome on our new intern

We’re officially back in your ears! After recovering from the pure magic of Laneway and that ethereal Lorde set, the team is hitting the ground running to debrief on a massive week for Aotearoa music.

First up, the boys are back. Six60 just dropped their fifth studio album, Right Here Right Now, and it’s a total shift in gears. Recorded entirely live in just three days, we’re breaking down whether this "one-take" raw energy hits the mark or if we miss the studio polish.

Then, we’re heading south to Christchurch to talk about Frankie Venter taking over the stage at Electric Avenue. Plus, we investigate the cryptic vibes coming from Lucy Gray—she’s been teasing a "light indie-rock" shift and a new EP influenced by the likes of Caroline Polachek. Is the "confessional pop" era evolving?

Finally, it’s the most chaotic time of the year: O-Week. From VUWSA’s stacked lineup featuring Peking Duk and Example to the street parties in Auckland and the Toga madness in Otago, we’re surveying the university landscape to tell you which campus took the W for 2026.

In this episode:

• Six60’s "roots-reggae" return: A track-by-track vibe check.

• Frankie Venter at Electric Ave: Does she have the best stage presence in the game right now?

• Lucy Gray’s new era: What to expect from the upcoming sophomore EP.

• O-Week 2026: A cross-country artist lineup roundup (Vic, Otago, UoA & more).

We’ve well and truly lost the plot, and it’s only the second show of the year. With Producer Frankie taking the day off, the show immediately goes off the rails in the best possible way.

Zain’s been causing some mid-week city-centre chaos, MJ spills the tea on how he’s settling into his new city (and the shenanigans that have already followed), and with Laneway happening this week, we’re gearing up to see Chappell Roan and break down the full lineup.

No producer. No structure. Just chaos, festival hype, and questionable decisions.

We’re officially back for 2026, and things are already off the rails. MJ has packed up and made the move to Christchurch, joining Zain and Producer Frankie, so naturally, chaos follows. Zain has once again made a big financial decision… and yes, some might say it was a bad one. The real question is: does MJ rip into him, or let it slide? Expect plenty of laughs, questionable choices, and all the usual banter as the crew kicks off the new year together + heaps more nonsense along the way.

New year. More shenanigans.

In this exciting episode, we sit down with Matiu from the iconic band Six60. We dive into their latest musical releases, and get the scoop on their exciting role as the opening act for the brand-new stadium in Christchurch. Join us as we chat about their journey, upcoming events, and all the exciting plans on the horizon. Don’t miss it!

This week’s episode is wild — and yes, apparently one of us has been “shot”… and you’ll never guess how. (Don’t worry, everyone’s fine — but the story is peak chaos.)

Zain is desperately trying to talk some sense into MJ, who’s dangerously close to dropping a ridiculous amount of cash just to fly to Laneway Festival this February. Will logic win? Probably not.

Plus, we’re joined by Guntaas Oberoi – the Indo-Kiwi indie-pop artist blending raw emotion with rich cultural fusion. She jumps on the show to chat about her stunning new single “Embers,” the heartbreak behind it, and the journey of letting go.

And of course… a whole lot of shenanigans.

In this episode, MJ sits down with Guntaas Oberoi, the Indo-Kiwi indie-pop artist known for weaving raw emotional storytelling with the rich textures of Indian classical music and modern indie-pop. With soul-stirring lyrics and a genre-fusing sonic style, Guntaas is carving out a bold and refreshing space in today’s music landscape.

Fresh off performances at Auckland’s Moana Festival and multiple support shows for Australian artist Sarah Light across Melbourne, she’s building a dedicated trans-Tasman fanbase — and she’s only getting started.

Guntaas dives into her latest release, “Embers,” a heartbreaking yet empowering track about reminiscing, letting go, and rediscovering who you are after loss. She opens up about the pain of not feeling “enough,” the journey of accepting when someone isn’t meant for you, and the healing that comes from finding yourself again.

“Embers” is out now — and you won’t want to miss this conversation.