17 NEW TRACKS WE’VE GOT ON REPEAT RN.
NZ artists have hit the ground running in 2023 and have dropped so much remarkable world-class music already this year! Here are our faves that we can’t stop listening to.
‘Miu Miu’ - Leaping Tiger ft. Nganeko
Winning the Tūī award for Best Electronic Artist (Te Kaipuoro Tāhiko Toa) last year, Leaping Tiger returns strong with this infectious dance track featuring soulful vocals from Nganeko over funky synth-filled production like you’ve never heard before.
‘I’LL BE FINE’ - NO COMPLY
What can’t these brothers do?! Another impressive, fresh hip hop hit from the duo NO COMPLY with high vibes & a powerful, uplifting message.
‘Superfeeling’ - Rita Mae
Top of our list for ones to watch in 2023, Rita Mae blows our mind with this indie tune showcasing her unreal vocals.
‘Saw It In Your Eyes’ - Shannon Matthew Vanya ft. IVES
A slice of his latest EP ‘VANYA II’, Shannon Matthew Vanya returns with his signature warm synths, smooth production & divine melodies.
DEMONS (WHO SHOT SCOTT)
His filthy & frantic experimental signature sound defies the norm. Opening for Snoop Dogg in March (!!), WHO SHOT SCOTT’s career has skyrocketed over the past few years with smash hit after smash hit, and ‘DEMONS’ is no exception.
‘If I Call’ - Janine
We can’t tell you enough about how addicted we are to Janine’s silky vocals, heartfelt lyrics & the laid back R&B groove of this song!
‘say it out loud.’ - skinnyandsoft
Hypnotic vocals & dreamy guitar lines coming in and out of electro-grunge production, we could not be more obsessed with this one from skinnyandsoft!
‘Butterfly Kissing’ - Paddy Echo
Drawing on influences like Two Door Cinema Club and Sam Fender, LA based kiwi indie-pop rock artist Paddy Echo continues to make huge waves in the industry with this anthemic song, among others on his new debut 7 track EP ‘Stay For Dinner’.
‘From Persephone’ - Kiki Rockwell
We’re completely entranced under Kiki’s musical spell, and you probably are too as she was the most searched artist on our website in 2022! Make sure you step into her world of medieval folklore for another fantastical & enthralling tune.
‘Buckle In Baby’ - alayna
Consistently & masterfully crafting cathartic music that takes you on a deep-dive into your emotions, alayna is back with another stunning, introspective song around feelings of lostness and detachment. With her highly anticipated debut album on the way, we’re ready to see where she takes us next!
‘Let Down’ - Benjamin Mack
The first track of his upcoming self-produced EP, Benjamin Mack perfectly binds vulnerable lyrics with catchy hooks, heavy overdrive drops & captivating electro-pop production.
‘Skin’ - CRYSTAL
A relatable track about wanting to escape to a familiar paradise after feeling trapped and isolated for too long, CRYSTAL continues to wow us with her infectious alt-pop sound that we all know and love.
‘Professional’ - Tom Verberne
Tom Verberne brings us a multifaceted hybrid between grungey alt-rock, Y2K pop-rock, and electronica with this track, and we are addicted!
‘Dancing in Flames’ - Denzel
His latest power ballad and third single, newcomer Denzel has a devastatingly beautiful voice that you can’t help but fall in love with!
‘Something New’ - PRINS
New Zealand pop princess known for her killer vocals PRINS is back with this soaring new banger, proving once again that she's an international force to be reckoned with.
Nothing (Foley)
Giving us a taste of their debut album ‘CROWD PLEASER, PT. 1’ dropping Feb 24th, Foley gives us everything we’ve ever wanted in an indie-pop tune and more with this new single. Crispy production, a shimmery wash of synths and dazzling lead vocals from Ash as well as Gabe for the first time ever!
‘Hold Your Light High’ - Terrible Sons
Bringing us more indie-folk goodness to delight our ears with, you’ll be engrossed by Terrible Sons’ breathtaking vocals and soothing melodies.
