Tag: Wellington Music

‘The Weekend Used to Start on Wednesday’: Remembering Wellington’s Incredible 2000s Jazz Scene
Posted in: Music Features
By Martyn Pepperell
With cheap rent and the influence of the local jazz school, the late 1990s and early 2000s culminated in a golden moment for Wellington musicians
Inside CubaDupa, the Festival That Showcases Wellington at Its ‘Creative Best’
Posted in: Music Features
By Conor Lochrie
We're discussing all things CubaDupa, including recapping its 2026 edition and looking ahead to next year's festival
Great Sounds Great Adds Beastwars and More to 2026 Lineup
Posted in: Music News
By Conor Lochrie
Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington festival Great Sounds Great has expanded its lineup in a big way
Troy Kingi and His Community Accomplished Something Special in Wellington
Posted in: Music Features
By Martyn Pepperell
We recap Kingi's Lōemis Festival show, which had an intergenerational guest lineup featuring JessB, Diggy Dupé, and many more
Drax Project Are Headlining the Grand Reopening of Wellington Town Hall
Posted in: Music News
By Conor Lochrie
Drax Project will become the first act to perform at Te Whare Whakarauika Wellington Town Hall, backed by Bret McKenzie and other friends
Wellington’s Welcomer Are Crafting Vulnerable Indie Rock
Posted in: Music Features
By Conor Lochrie
We get to know Miles Sutton, the honest songwriter behind Welcomer, better ahead of his band's impending debut album and national tour.
Inside the Wellington Festival That’s ‘Bringing Things That Don’t Normally Happen’ to the City
Posted in: Music Features
By Martyn Pepperell
Lōemis is bringing close to 30 events, spanning music, film, food, dance workshops, and more, to Wellington between June 9th-21st