Michael Llewellyn
Known for his raw storytelling and evocative poetics, Michael Llewellyn is a dynamic and captivating artist. Following the successful release of his debut record Oh My Darling, he is now excited to share and perform new music from his latest project, I'm Gorgeous. “The record is an ever-swirling story about confronting the many masks we find buried within our own reflection,” says Michael. “I'm Gorgeous reminds me that beyond the shadows, the grief, and the pain of life, there is always an opening—there are always people, love, and peace.”
Michael will be playing alongside the 'I'm Gorgeous Band'; Arran Cargill-Brown on keys and guitar, Phoebe Johnson on Bass and Hikurangi Shaverian-Kaa on Drums—together bringing a rich and immersive live experience to the stage.
Daily J
Auckland-based indie darlings Daily J have announced their 'One For The Road' New Zealand tour before making the jump across the ditch to Australia later this year. The eight-date run will see the band bid farewell to their Aotearoa fans in style, performing in both regional and metro centres throughout June and July 2025.
Delaney Davidson-Anniversary Tour
With multiple album Anniversaries this year, Delaney Davidson takes to the road in July to celebrate his extensive and star studded catalogue with special band The Anniversaries.
15 years ago, Delaney Davidson joined Reverend Beat Man - cult figure, gospel trash preacher, and founder of the hugely influential Swiss record label VOODOO RHYTHM RECORDS, to release “Self Decapitation” and a year later “Bad Luck Man”.
Ash Grunwald
ALL under 18's and minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, they cannot be admitted with an older sibling, friend or adult*
"Grunwald's performance was more than just a gig; it was an experience - a testament to his prowess as a live musician." - Bugle Ap Geringong
"Whoever said men can only do one thing at a time have never seen Ash Grunwald play." The Rock PIt
"Grunwald is a showman who rises to another level when performing live" -The Music
Rolling Stone Australia: Praised Ash's innovative approach to blues music, calling him a "blues modernist" pushing the genre's boundaries.
The Sydney Morning Herald: Described his shows as "crowd-frenzied" with a signature sound that "captures the soul of blues and the heartbeat of modern music."
Rhythms Magazine: Named Ash one of the most important voices in Australian blues.
Australia’s premier bluesman embarks on his first ever full length tour ofNew Zealand!
Renowned for his electrifying live shows, Ash Grunwald has inspired a generation to hit the road in an old van to ‘surf by day jam by night’.
The festival favourite brings a high energy, vibrant live show with stacks of guitars and foot stomping blues. Part troubadour, part storyteller -Ash has been selling out shows all over the world!
Don’t miss this chance to see live blues music at it’s finest!
Enshrined by Australian folklore, live on stage, Grunwald rocks the house yet touches the soul, serving a tsunami of dance, beats, roots, bass ‘n’ blues. He has supported legends James Brown, The BlackKeys, Jack Johnson, Xavier Rudd, and Keith Urban, among numerous others, and played sold out festivals across Europe, Japan, and North America.
With six Australian Top-50 albums to his credit, alongside five ARIA and four AIR Award Nominations, two APRA Awards, and gong for BestInternational Act at the LA Music Critic Awards in 2014, Grunwald is cast in bronze among Australia’s most successful blues musicians.
Dub Penguins - Play Sublime
A Tribute to Sublime – Creators of the Long Beach Sound, Performed by Dub Penguins
Setlist includes not only tracks from official releases like 40oz. to Freedom, Second-Hand Smoke, and their self-titled album Sublime, but also B-sides and versions from rare old recordings. The performance explores Sublime’s signature live mash-up style — a fusion of punk, dancehall, ska, and dub.
“...we all run to the party, dance to the riddim, it gets harder...”
About Dub Penguins:
This four-piece band is no stranger to New Zealand’s underground scene. Active since 2021, Dub Penguins have served as the backing band for Kyle Fury of Los Furios (Canada) and have appeared in multiple editions of the Auckland Ska Festival. It was at this festival that they first tested their Sublime Tribute Set, which generated enough interest to expand and refine it further.
With deep experience as performers of Jamaican music, the band has developed the ability to deliver a unique show at each date. They craft reggae versions of classics, pop songs, and movie/TV themes, transforming each track into a richly layered soundscape — whether dub, punk, bossa nova, dancehall, or rocksteady, depending on the vibe. This versatility has earned them the nickname “Waiheke Roots Dealers.”
Voom-Something Good is Happening Tour
VOOM ANNOUNCE SOMETHING GOOD IS HAPPENING FOUR DATE NZ TOUR
Auckland indie-rock legends Voom — after years of slow-burning genius, cult-adored releases, and sporadic-yet-memorable live performances — are finally back with their long-awaited new album, Something Good Is Happening, out Friday 16 May via Flying Nun Records. To celebrate, the band have announced a four-date New Zealand tour, taking their new songs (and some beloved classics) on the road for the ‘Something Good Is Happening Tour’.
Beginning at Auckland’s hottest new venue Double Whammy on Friday 23 May, the band head off the beaten track to Raglan’s The Yard on Saturday 24th before firing up the following weekend with shows at The Loons in Lyttelton on Friday 30 May and finally San Fran in Wellington on Saturday 31 May.
Something Good Is Happening marks Voom’s first full-length album in nearly two decades, following 2006’s Hello, Are You There?, a record that carved out their place as one of Aotearoa’s most quietly influential indie bands. The new record is a lovingly stitched-together patchwork of songs — collected, demoed, shelved, and reshaped over the years — and lovingly polished by the band’s current lineup: frontman Buzz Moller, Murray Fisher (Goodshirt), Nick Buckton (aka sidekicknick), and drummer Josh Sorenson.
While the road to this album has been anything but conventional, the result is unmistakably Voom: skewed pop melodies, heartfelt ballads, fuzzy guitars, and a whole lot of soul. The band recently teased the record with lead single ‘Trouble’, a song about craving something so badly you’re willing to throw caution to the wind. The video, directed by Matthew Campbell Downs and made with support from NZ on Air, captures that reckless yearning perfectly.
Voom’s music is known for its raw honesty and emotional clarity — never postured or overly refined, always vulnerable and real. Their sound is a delicate balance of youthful optimism and late-night melancholy, and Something Good Is Happening continues this tradition with even greater depth and texture.
From their cult-favourite debut Now I Am Me to their 2006 classic Hello, Are You There?, Voom have remained a singular force in the New Zealand music landscape. Their return in 2025 is both a nostalgic nod and a refreshing reinvention. Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering them for the first time, the ‘Something Good Is Happening Tour’ is your chance to experience a band whose sincerity and sonic curiosity continue to shine.
Don’t miss Voom live this May — something good is definitely happening.
Muso-nite
Come share your sound.
All styles, all welcome.
Sign-up from 6:30pm / Show starts 7pm
Muso Night every Wednesday.
The Yard Raglan | Volcom Lane
Joe Coles & Nick Herbison
Folk/Roots artists Joe Cole and Nick Herbison are cutting a track North of Hawkes Bay to play a handful of shows in celebration of their collaborative single 'Tides'.
Nelson born musician Joe Cole has been making waves across the North Island with his beginnings in Wellington and Hawkes Bay. He recently finished the creation of a debut album which was brought to life in Auckland. With a style that is deeply nestled in folk, Joe explores many other genres including rock, reggae and blues.
Hawkes Bay based artist Nick Herbison is a roots, folk, indie and soft rock artist with 5 years of experience as a performing and writing artist. With a debut album also in development, he aims to tour throughout his home country more frequently.
Tides is a song in which came together throughout the last 2 years of Joe and Nicks friendship. Join them as they perform solo sets with hearts on their sleeves.
Muso Nite! - Open Mic
Stage is open, mic goes live 7:30.
Bring your voice, your track, your crew.
Wednesday nites at The Yard.
Muso Nite! - Open Mic
Stage is open, mic goes live 7:30.
Bring your voice, your track, your crew.
Wednesday nites at The Yard.
Mike Love (USA) + Masaya
Mike Love Returns to the South Pacific for Long-Awaited Tour
First South Pacific Shows in Over Five Years – Plus Western Australia & Bali Debut
Internationally acclaimed Hawaiian roots-reggae artist Mike Love is set to return to the South Pacific for the first time in over five years, bringing his powerful live solo show to Australia, New Zealand, and Bali. Known for his deeply conscious lyrics, masterful live looping, and genre-blending sound, Mike has built a dedicated global following — and this tour marks a major moment for fans across the region.
This tour is particularly special as it includes Mike Love’s first-ever performances in Western Australia and Bali, giving fans in these regions a long-awaited chance to experience his high-energy, transformative live show.
Adding to the excitement, Mike will also be performing songs from his brand-new album, Leaders, for the first time in the South Pacific. With his signature fusion of reggae, folk, rock, and soul, the album explores themes of unity, resilience, and positive change — timely messages for today’s world.
Joining him for the New Zealand leg are none other than Masaya, one of Aotearoa’s most exciting emerging acts.
About Masaya
Emerging from the salt-kissed shores of Whāingaroa (Raglan), Masaya is a powerful musical force blending soulful melodies, rootsy rhythms, and honest storytelling. Formed in 2019 by siblings Kaea and Reiki Ruawai, and longtime friend Muroki, the group first turned heads with their debut EP Tongue & Groove, offering a fresh take on Aotearoa’s rich roots and soul scene.
After Muroki branched off to pursue a solo career, Kaea and Reiki continued to evolve the Masaya sound — diving deeper into groove-driven rhythms, tight arrangements, and heartfelt lyricism. Their debut full-length album, Chronicles of Youth, is a coming-of-age soundtrack weaving reggae, funk, soul, and surf rock into a uniquely coastal Kiwi experience.
With a reputation for high-energy live shows and a kaupapa of connection and authenticity, Masaya has toured across Aotearoa and Australia, playing festivals, headline shows, and community events that move both body and spirit.
At its core, Masaya is about unity — of sound, of culture, and of youth navigating the waves of life.
New Zealand Tour Dates
Mike Love (USA) + Masaya (NZ)
- 25 April – Leigh Sawmill, Leigh
- 26 April – The Yard, Raglan
- 27 April – Totara St, Mt Maunganui
