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DOG Power

Christchurch duo formed in 2017 by vocalist Sam Perry and Henry Nicol, blending experimental textures, 1980s pop aesthetics, and cinematic electronics. Released a self-titled debut on Flying Nun Records in 2018 before relocating to Serbia.

95bFM

95bFM

95bFM is Auckland’s student and independent radio station, broadcasting on 95.0FM from the University of Auckland since 1969 — first as the pirate Radio Bosom and then as the licensed 95bFM from 1990. New Zealand’s longest-standing independent broadcaster, it championed Flying Nun Records and first broke Sister Underground, OMC, Che Fu and Savage on Auckland radio, founded the bNet NZ Music Awards in 1999, and in 2005 conducted the interview in which Don Brash admitted foreknowledge of the Exclusive Brethren’s election campaign.

Surf Friends

Auckland psych-surf duo formed in 2009 by Brad Coley and Pete Westmoreland. Drawing on the jangle-pop heritage of Flying Nun bands, they blend driving guitars, drum machines and synth loops into a sun-baked wash of post-punk and surf psychedelia. Released on Powertool Records and Flying Nun Records.

Kane Strang - Two Hearts and No Brain album cover

Kane Strang

Dunedin indie-rock and lo-fi pop musician who rose to international attention with his debut album Blue Cheese (2016) on Ba Da Bing Records and Flying Nun. His 2017 follow-up Two Hearts and No Brain on Dead Oceans drew widespread critical praise. He also performs as part of the trio Office Dog.

Concert at St Michael and All Angels Church, Christchurch

St Michael’s and All Angels Church

St Michael and All Angels is a Heritage New Zealand Category I Anglican church at 84 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch, designed by William Fitzjohn Crisp and consecrated in 1872. One of the largest timber Gothic Revival churches in the Southern Hemisphere, it survived the 2011 earthquakes intact and has served as a concert venue for Lawrence Arabia, Andrew Keoghan, Anika Moa, Boh Runga, Hollie Smith, Marlon Williams, and Holly Arrowsmith.

Sharpie Crows - 12 Omeros album cover

Sharpie Crows

Auckland post-punk and noise rock band who released two albums on Flying Nun Records: Nostalgia Kills (2012) and 12 Omeros (2013). Known for their confrontational live shows and sardonic take on suburban New Zealand life.

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Live Music: Die! Die! Die! at the Media Club [18/11/06]

FLASHBACK TO 18 November 2006 with Die! Die! Die!, Tiger Tones and Not So Experimental at the Media Club. Dunedin noise-punk trio Die! Die! Die! headlined fresh from an international touring cycle behind their Steve Albini-recorded debut, supported by two newly formed Christchurch acts who would each make their mark on the local scene in the years ahead.

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avoid!avoid

Auckland krautrock and psychedelic trio, active from 2015. Members Brendan Moran, Sonya Waters, and Stephen Reay released the Low Earth Orbit EP and the album Particle and Wave through Flying Nun Records.

Ringlets band photo

Ringlets

Auckland post-punk quartet formed in 2021, signed to Flying Nun Records and Leather Jacket Records. Known for their energetic, intelligent sound and acclaimed debut and sophomore albums.

RDU 98.5FM

RDU 98.5FM is Christchurch’s independent alternative radio station, founded on 23 February 1976 as Radio U under the University of Canterbury Students’ Association. It became the first FM station in Christchurch in 1986 as UFM, and rebranded as RDU 98.5FM in 2002. Controversially privatised in 2006 when sold to James Meharry and Karyn South for $2, the station survived the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes by broadcasting from a converted horse truck, and moved to its permanent home in the Boxed Quarter in 2015. In 2026 RDU marks its 50th anniversary as a cornerstone of Christchurch’s independent music culture.

Vera Ellen artist photo

Vera Ellen

Wellington indie rock singer-songwriter on Flying Nun Records. Winner of the 2024 Taite Music Prize for Ideal Home Noise. Albums include It’s Your Birthday (2021), Ideal Home Noise (2023), and Heaven Knows What Time (2026).