Little Wild Music presents ‘Wonderful’
Award-winning children’s music artist Claudia Robin Gunn has her next EP Wonderful on the way. it’s a joyful playlist of sunshine-infused songs for tamariki and their grownups, arriving July 25.
Something Wonderful Is Around The Corner
Award-winning children’s music artist Claudia Robin Gunn has her next EP Wonderful on the way. it’s a joyful playlist of sunshine-infused songs for tamariki and their grownups, arriving July 25.
This project of follows her 2024 Tui win for Best Children’s Artist (for her album Firefly) and a recently announced Resilient Child Media Award for Best Mindfulness Song (Focus on the Good). With 3 other songs in consideration for Best Seasons Song, Best Animal Education Song and Best Affirmations Song, and the full album yet to come in August, Gunn continues her mission to fill family moments with melodic, meaningful magic.
"Hello Hello Sunshine" is streaming now—a morning spell to help rise and shine and greet the day with joy. The whimsical video is directed by favorite Little Wild Music collaborator Michelle Sokolich at Show and Tell and styled by design icon Evie Kemp. premiering Saturday June 14 at dawn.
The visuals capture all the playful, wonder-filled energy that Claudia’s fans love about her music, brought to life in a set filled with Evie’s signature colour and charm. This is video 13 of an 18 song series.
Wonderful was produced by Tom Fox in with additional instrumentation by Marshall Smith, and key photography is by Charlie Rose. This is a music project for tamariki and their whanau, made possible by the support of NZ On Air Tamariki.
Watch the new video for Hello Hello Sunshine
For interviews, assets, or early access to the video, please contact
Little Wild Music
Kylie Price - new single “John & Julie Stone” - Out Now.
“John & Julie Stone” is the first single to be released from the forthcoming body of work with Joshua Tylor.
“John & Julie Stone” is the first single to be released from the forthcoming body of work with Joshua Tylor.
For Radio : Download / Stream Here
Currently writing and recording with Producer Joshua Taylor at the Walrus Studios in London. (Joshua Taylor : Power Station NYC / sessions for Paul Simon, Chris Martin, Steve Gadd and Antonio Sanchez) . Joshua Taylor is also known as Recording Artist Brother Castor
Kylie Price
In her songwriting journey, London based Kylie has collaborated with industry titans like Ben Mark from Kassner Music, known for his work with Take That, The Script, and Gavin James
(Kylie's latest single coming out Friday May 10th was co-written with Ben). Together Ben and Kylie co-wrote a song with Hong Kong Sony artist Serrini (for release in 2024).She has toplined and written with Reese Szabo, whose credits span major TV shows like The Good Doctor and brands like Coca Cola and Google Japan.
Kylie’s current syncs are placements on The Voice Australia, The Block Australia, My Mum Your Dad,
My Kitchen Rules Australia, The Real Housewives of Sydney, My kitchen Rules NZ, My Hutt Rescue.
Additionally, She has the pleasure of working with Tileyard Music, Europe's largest music community on pitch music, and Alex Stacey (Westlife and Mika).
Currently writing and recording with Producer Joshua Taylor at the Walrus Studios in London.(Joshua Taylor : Power Station NYC / sessions for Paul Simon, Chris Martin, Steve Gadd and Antonio Sanchez) .
The captivating songstress who traces her roots to the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand and the vibrant culture of the Philippines. Kylie's music seamlessly blends deeply emotional lyricism with irresistible hooks, creating a sound that is both introspective and universally relatable.
Embarking on her musical journey as a Singer-Songwriter, her single 'Perfect' soared to #6 on the Official NZ Music Charts, a testament to her growing influence. The triumph continued with her second single, 'Stay,' claiming the #5 spot on the same prestigious platform.
Embracing new horizons, Kylie made the courageous move to London, where she graced iconic venues such as The Camden Chapel, Slaughtered Lamb, and sold out headline shows at the historical Green Note in Camden.
Her performances, infused with a unique blend of Kiwi and Filipino influences, captivate audiences, leaving an indelible mark.
Upcoming Festivals and Headline Shows
2025
August 9th - Recovery Festival, Essex
August 1st - F1 McLaren HQ Woking HeadQuarters Summer event
July 12th - Vinyl Cafe - York
May 30th - Tussock Country Music Festival, Gore , NZ
May 25th - In It Together Festival Wales
May 18th - Pacific Tavern Surrey Quays London
April 26th - Country on The Coast - Southsea
April 16th - Brother Castor Support - Troubadour London
March 29th Roadhouse Unplugged Kent
Jenny Mitchell Adds NZ Dates to the “Forest House” Tour, and adding support for Women's Refuge.
After supporting Kasey Chambers on 32 dates around Australia, Jenny Mitchell is hitting the road to celebrate the release of her new album ‘Forest House.'
After supporting Kasey Chambers on 32 dates around Australia, Jenny Mitchell is hitting the road to celebrate the release of her new album ‘Forest House.'
NZ Best Country Artist Winner and 2 x Golden Guitar nominee, Jenny, is now Melbourne based after signing with Australian Record label Civilians (formerly Cooking Vinyl), and being personally chosen by Kasey Chambers to support her entire Australian “Backbone” Tour.
With impactful songs full of grace and grit, Jenny has won the hearts of the Austrailan media with her new album Forest House ( released May 16th ) .
“Every so often, an artist emerges who has everything it takes to reach the pinnacle of country music success. I have no hesitation in predicting that that is what lies ahead for Jenny Mitchell. She’s a star.”
Tamworth Country Music Capital News
‘Forest House’ is a collection of songs that reflect everything that can happen within four walls; the new beginnings, the leaving. The opening, closing or slamming of doors. The good, the bad, the nostalgic and everything in between. Recorded in a house nestled in the rural Wairarapa of New Zealand. “Forest House” has opened the door for Jenny.
No stranger to the road, Jenny was recently awarded a scholarship to perform at Nashville’s iconic AmericanaFest and has toured Australia and New Zealand extensively over the last decade - supporting artists including Fanny Lumsden (AU), Tami Neilson (NZ) and Nadia Reid (NZ) along the way. Her last album ‘Tug of War’ was nominated for Alt Country Album of the Year at the 2023 Golden Guitar Awards and included the pivotal release of the 2022 APRA NZ Best Country Song ‘Trouble Finds a Girl,’ cowritten with Tami Neilson, an anthemic response to mistreatment of women in the music industry.
Jenny grew up in a home of music and often tours with her sisters, The Mitchell Twins, and country music loving Dad, Ron Mitchell - who all feature on ‘Forest House.’ After growing up with a musical diet of The Chicks, Hank Williams and Dolly Parton, Jenny penned her first songs at the age of 11 after a trip to Ireland where she connected with her Irish heritage and explored the immigration story of her Irish born Grandparents. A few years down the track, Jenny performed original work on the TV show New Zealand's Got Talent, was placed 3rd and went onto crowdfund and release her first album at the age of 15. In 2017, she was crowned the overall winner of the NZ Gold Guitar Awards which kickstarted the professional chapter of her career, leading to her Aotearoa Music Award Winning album 'Wildfires’ produced by Tasmania’s Matt Fell.
With a sound that No Depression describes as, “poetry that dominates a beautiful melody,” Jenny Mitchell is comfortable with a country twang or softly spoken ballad and is rapidly capturing fans across the globe.
“A musical journey told with depth & emotion, shared with beautiful musicians, heartfelt production and strong family connection. ‘Forest House’ is everything I love about Jenny Mitchell.” – Kasey Chambers
The Forest House Tour will also give audience members a chance to give back to Women’s Refuge through the national Safe Night Programme. Known for weaving purpose into her music, Jenny has created limited-edition Forest House Keyrings that will each generate 1 x Safe Night - a night of security, shelter and food for a woman and children escaping domestic violence.
“Forest House made me think a lot about how lucky I am to have grown up in a safe, loving house but it also made me think about those who don’t have that privilege. Women’s Refuge are working day and night in our communities and wanted to find a little way to contribute to their incredible work.” Jenny Mitchell
Jenny Mitchell “Forest House” NZ Tour
16 August Dunedin, Errick's
17 August Wellington, Old St Pauls,
21 August Christchurch, The Piano
22 August Auckland, Tuning Fork
4th, 5th & 6th September
Small Halls Tour Hawkes Bay
Ticket info: www.jennymitchell.co.nz
ALIEN WEAPONRY & Lamb of God's Randy Blythe Fight the System in New Music Video for 'Taniwha'
New Zealand's ALIEN WEAPONRY recently released their head-turning third album, Te Rā, via Napalm Records! Swiftly, following the announcement of their upcoming USA tour supporting Avatar with fellow openers SpiritWorld, the band has dropped a brand new music video for album single 'Taniwha', featuring an intense guest appearance from metal icon Randy Blythe (Lamb Of God).
New Zealand's ALIEN WEAPONRY recently released their head-turning third album, Te Rā, via Napalm Records! Swiftly, following the announcement of their upcoming USA tour supporting Avatar with fellow openers SpiritWorld, the band has dropped a brand new music video for album single 'Taniwha', featuring an intense guest appearance from metal icon Randy Blythe (Lamb Of God).
In the video, the modern groove metal trio find themselves face to face with puppet masters of corporate greed and overconsumption, providing a thought-provoking backdrop to one of the album's most aggressive, death-metal leaning offerings.
"We are super excited to share something we have been working on for a while.
We felt honored to have the opportunity to collaborate with the mighty Randy Blythe on our song 'Taniwha'; off of our latest album, so it only made sense to have him be a part of the music video too!
We wanted to create something special for this one, and we are stoked with how it turned out!"
ALIEN WEAPONRY - 'Taniwha' feat. Randy Blythe (Official Video)
Download: https://s.disco.ac/zikbqiarczio
ALIEN WEAPONRY have solidified themselves as one of the greatest young metal bands of their generation with renewed musical tenacity and crucial messaging. Since releasing their acclaimed debut Tū (2018), the band have been lauded for their kinetic presence and sound, as well as their vital blend of culturally profound lyricism in both English and te reo Māori, the indigenous language of New Zealand.
With their third full-length album, ALIEN WEAPONRY expand on their hallmark messages of cultural, societal and environmental resilience while delivering their most massive-sounding, focused musical output ever.
In the hands of veteran producer/mixer Josh Wilbur (Lamb Of God, Gojira, Megadeth), Te Rā’s gnashing blend of groove, nu, math and thrash metal shines with anthemic choruses and refreshed technical skill. Te Rā is a bold, unwavering cry for a future in which we can all take part in the legacy of people like the Māori and others all around us – people who, if they aren’t seen, most certainly need to be heard! Taken as a whole, Te Rā grapples with what it’s like to be caught in the pull of divergent cultures – not just for the descendants of colonized people, but for all of us.
MOKOMOKAI release new album ‘PONO!’
MOKOMOKAI return with the release of PONO!, their third studio album. A slow-burning, soul-infused project that captures mood, memory, and truth, in nine rich and immersive tracks. Led by Manu (Eno x Dirty), alongside producers DUSTY & GHOS, the group continues to define their own lane with poetic lyricism over lush, atmospheric production rooted in soul and Polynesian influence.
MOKOMOKAI return with the release of PONO!, their third studio album. A slow-burning, soul-infused project that captures mood, memory, and truth, in nine rich and immersive tracks. Led by Manu (Eno x Dirty), alongside producers DUSTY & GHOS, the group continues to define their own lane with poetic lyricism over lush, atmospheric production rooted in soul and Polynesian influence.
In te reo Māori, “pono” can be translated as true, honest, or sincere. Producer DUSTY explains to Laura McInnes from Sniffers in their latest interview: “Back in the day, when we were younger, if someone was telling you something and you thought they were lying, you’d say, ‘Pono?’— and that was always kind of the truth indicator.”
The focus single, THE ONE arrives with a cinematic music video directed by Ray Edwards. Shot between the intimate setting of listening bar Kemuri Hi-Fi and the historic Grey Lynn, the visual immerses viewers in MOKOMOKAI’s carefully crafted universe, where the nostalgic soul of old-school sounds meets the dynamic pulse of inner-city life. It’s a seamless blend of past and present, brought to life through a lens that feels both grounded and visionary.
Pono brings together an exceptional lineup of talent, each artist contributing their raw truths and lived experiences to the project. On HONE SNOW, Lukan Raisey delivers a smooth, introspective verse, while Mā lends their signature soulful spoken word to the title track, PONO. The features finish with a powerful collaboration on WINGS, uniting the distinctive voices of the inimitable Mara TK, Lui Tuiasau (of @Peace), and Tyra Hammond (of Opensouls). It's a powerful showcase of artists to celebrate the rich and diverse artistry flourishing here in Aotearoa.
Building on the momentum of their acclaimed album Whakarehu — which earned a Te Tino Waiata o te Tau Single of the Year nomination at the 2025 Aotearoa Music Awards for KUPE — Pono signals a striking evolution for MOKOMOKAI. It’s a bold artistic statement: raw yet refined, unflinchingly original. In a saturated musical landscape, the trio stands out by proving that growth doesn’t mean losing your edge, and that authenticity still cuts through the noise.
Watch THE ONE music video now — made with support from NZ On Air.
Creative Panel Session – Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night
Kiwiradio NZ and Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night invite you to an upcoming creative panel session as part of the Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night project. This event amplifies the voices of Asian youth through music, storytelling, and community dialogue, strengthening Aotearoa New Zealand as a culturally inclusive country.
Kiwiradio NZ and Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night invite you to an upcoming creative panel session as part of the Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night project. This event amplifies the voices of Asian youth through music, storytelling, and community dialogue, strengthening Aotearoa New Zealand as a culturally inclusive country.
Kiwiradio NZ and Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night are pleased to invite you to this special session—designed to spark inspiring stories, highlight innovative collaborations, and celebrate cultural identity through music.
Details
June 11th Wednesday, 6:00–7:30 PM (Doors open 5:30 PM)
Venue: Covert Theatre, 51 Mackelvie Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland
Join us for live music, conversations, and a creative panel session featuring:
Industry Panel – “Building Real Support”
MusicHelps – Mental health support for musicians
Soundcheck Aotearoa – Safer, fairer music industry
Mixit – Arts-based programme for migrant youth
EnBeat Dance Academy – K-pop dance and cultural expression
Artist Panel – “Our Stories, Our Sound”
Glxria
Newko
Sabreen
Han Lee
Papercity
This creative panel event will cover:
What Asian music festivals in Aotearoa New Zealand mean to the participating artists for Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night
Cultural identity, creativity, and emotional wellbeing
Challenges and opportunities in the music industry for Asian youth
The role of public health in supporting creative expression
New possibilities for collaboration across sectors
Media, music industry professionals, music fans, advocates! All are welcome!!
Please RSVP via the following link to help us accommodate catering and seating no later than 5pm, Tuesday 10 June 2025
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MOwISNFWKDP74FWs_sIUw-PgZEC5LZenynUAr71veHM/edit
In addition, get your Pan-Asian Music Showcase Night tickets for 28 June at https://moshtix.co.nz/v2/event/pan-asian-music-showcase-night/177061
Black Comet ‘We Can Call It Love"
The intergalactic funk rockers are back! After the release of ‘Episode One: Looking For A New Planet’ in 2024, Black Comet launched into festival season featuring WOMAD (doing TWO sets!), CubaDupa and Ripe Wanaka Wine & Food Festival. Amongst all of this, they were also busy writing and recording their next album.
The intergalactic funk rockers are back!
After the release of ‘Episode One: Looking For A New Planet’ in 2024, Black Comet launched into festival season featuring WOMAD (doing TWO sets!), CubaDupa and Ripe Wanaka Wine & Food Festival. Amongst all of this, they were also busy writing and recording their next album.
Black Comet blasts into the cosmos with ‘We Can Call It Love’. The bittersweet tale about unrequited love, the track follows a starstruck soul chasing the gravitational pull of a love that never lands. With shimmering synths, cosmic guitar riffs, and a bassline that pulses like a distant quasar, ‘We Can Call It Love’ captures the emotional weightlessness of loving someone who doesn't feel the same — and the desperate hope that maybe, just maybe, they’ll change course
This meteor shower of catchy funky rhythms will have you singing along immediately.
Stay tuned for the next episode….
Links:
Single Link: (embargoed until 6th June)
https://dashboard.precise.digital/share/bGl9dDVo5NIjpYnvzULa
Pre-save Link:
https://precise.fm/wecancallitlove
Press Photos:
https://tinyurl.com/blackcomet-2025
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRB9_R4jz81mhD6CJi0yzpQ
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/61np11Ikm9fN1ytvbBSTmF?si=7Vc6Hv3DSq6_63sqOgeVeg
https://www.facebook.com/blackcometband/
https://www.instagram.com/blackcometband/
TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@blackcometmusic
Bandcamp
RISING SINGER-SONGWRITER JENNI SMITH ANNOUNCES FIRST EVER NEW ZEALAND TOUR ‘GIRL NEXT DOOR’
Auckland-based singer-songwriter JENNI SMITH is hitting the road for her first-ever New Zealand tour! Named after her upcoming album, the Girl Next Door tour will be an intimate acoustic experience, bringing Jenni’s signature blend of country and pop to audiences across the country.
Auckland-based singer-songwriter JENNI SMITH is hitting the road for her first-ever New Zealand tour! Named after her upcoming album, the Girl Next Door tour will be an intimate acoustic experience, bringing Jenni’s signature blend of country and pop to audiences across the country.
With her charting single T-Shirt, debut EP Nightfall, and brand-new release Laugh Louder—a sassy, sunshine-filled anthem about leaving toxic relationships behind—Jenni has been making waves in the New Zealand music scene. Now, she’s stripping things back for a raw, heartfelt, and up-close evening of storytelling.
Tour Dates:
🎶 Palmerston North – Snails Artist Run Spaces | Saturday, July 5
Opening acts: Shannen Georgia Peterson, Renée Therése
🎶 Tauranga – The Jam Factory | Saturday, July 12
Opening acts: Rachel Stevens, Aisha & Bebe
🎶 Auckland – MoveSpace | Saturday, July 26
Opening act: Ms. Mia
All shows are all ages, and tickets are $20.
Expect an intimate night of acoustic performances, personal stories, and the kind of warmth that makes you feel like you’ve known her forever.
Secure your tickets now—you won’t want to miss this!
Purchase tickets here:
Palmerston North - https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/95817/The-Girl-Next-Door.utr
Tauranga - https://www.theincubator.co.nz/event-details/jenni-smith-plus-support-at-the-jam-factory
Auckland - https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/95839/The-Girl-Next-Door.utr
WATCH JENNI’S LATEST MUSIC VIDEO ‘STUCK ON YOU’ HERE
The 24-year-old singer-songwriter happily embodies the girl-next-door trope with her romantic, personal song-writing style being a perfect match for the pop-country genre. Jenni lives and breathes music, and since joining New Zealand’s vibrant country music scene at the age of 12, she can lay claim to a couple of notable achievements: taking out Songwriter of the Year at the 2018 NZCMA Entertainer of the Year Awards, and 2024’s song ‘T-Shirt’ landing at #3 on the Official NZ Singles Chart.
There's something for everyone in Jenni's country- influenced writing; whether you want a hoedown, to cry for hours, get sassy, or confess love, you can bet she's got a song for it! Jenni will be touring nationwide this July, so keep your eyes peeled and ears to the ground for tour dates and catch this uniquely talented young singer live.