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Christchurch indie-pop trio formed in the early 2000s by three-quarters of The Bats, with guitarist Kaye Woodward stepping up as principal songwriter and vocalist. Rooted in the jangle-pop of the Dunedin Sound. Debut album Bounce Around (2008, Pocket Music); a follow-up album is mastered and awaiting release.
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Auckland punk group that marked the arrival of Jed Town. When The Superettes broke up Town formed famed post-punk group The Features; who would eventually morph into Fetus Productions. #nzmusic #nzpunk #thesuperettes #ak79 #thefeatures #fetusproductions
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Formed in Christchurch, but soon moved to Auckland hard-rock outfit from the mid-late 90s. Led by guitarist / vocalist Tony Hallum and a procession of supporting players including drums Jason Young (Loves Ugly Children) and Dave Toland (They Were Expendable). Released a self-titled EP and an album on Felix Records - a sub-label of well-known Auckland-based hard-rock indie Wildside Records. The single and music video 'Big Dumb Future' featured a guest rap by MC Rhythm Slave.
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Though lasting just 18 months, Toy Love were one of New Zealand's most influential groups. Chris Knox, Alec Bathgate and Mike Dooley had come from The Enemy were joined by the Christchurch duo of Paul Kean and Kate Walker to form the most brilliantly dynamic new wave group.
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Biography jay clarkson’s debut as a song-writer – the playthings were originally a 4-piece featuring clarkson (who went on to form the expenables and…
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Biography Something of a dark horse in the New Zealand rock canon, Breathing Cage reads like a super group of New Zealand musicians (vocals…
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Biography The Belle Motions were a fine pop blast, strongly melodic and guitar led. They didn’t make much of an impact locally but I…
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The independent label that put New Zealand Music on the map. From Roger Shephard's formation of the label in 1980 through to now, Flying Nun has been a mark of creative, quirky, inventive music with a distinct kiwi flavor.
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Over the last 20 years The Bats have garnished a label of dependability – and with good reason. Though now taking a little bit…
