Newtown / December 2023
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2024 Programme Announcement!
- Newtown Festival
- Aotearoa’s biggest and best free music festival and street fair returns, presenting a lineup for the 30th Newtown Festival on Sunday 3 March 2024. Our programmers are Newtown hardcore and have curated a stunning lineup, and we’re very excited to share it with the community. Without further ado, big mihi to the many many awesome […]
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Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Blues Clues
- Newtown Festival
- Blues Clues is a Wellington-based blues band that brings down & dirty, old-school blues into the modern age with a couple of twists and turns along the way. Classic blues songs by Muddy Waters, BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Eric Clapton, and more, passionately and energetically performed by some of Wellington’s top professional musicians! Featuring […]
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Luo Community
- Newtown Festival
- We are essentially a group from South Sudan and Uganda who take pride in showcasing our cultural heritage in various cultural events, such as, World refugee day, Africa day, and multicultural gatherings. Although based in Wellington, we have members across New Zealand, and some in Australia as well. The Upper Hutt Multicultural Council have recognised […]
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Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt City, Wellington, 5218, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Ovus
- Newtown Festival
- Hidden deep within the muck, lurk some boys, Muck Boyz… creatures that spend their lives toiling in 13/8 and feeding off the sap of radio hits. Each summer they emerge as the mighty Ovus to disperse their mind-bending soundscapes, intricate melodies, and sledgehammer rhythms throughout the world. Building on their 2023 nationwide tour, Lucid EP […]
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Subtle Grape
- Newtown Festival
- Best served b2b with Icy Mint, you may have heard Subtle Grape spinning tunes on Radio Active on your Rāmere Drive home from mahi, “making the chillery not chill” at Twisted Frequency Festival, or if you’re one of the lucky few, may have even heard her play Toxic by Britney Spears on repeat for an […]
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Dj KERB
- Newtown Festival
- Dj kerb has been involved in the Hip Hop scene since the early 1980s – first as a dancer then moving to graffiti art and turntablism. Dj kerb has a vast knowledge of soul Funk hip hop and reggae music that he uses to inform his selection bringing variety & unique creative mixing.
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OdESSA
- Newtown Festival
- OdESSA have a solid reputation as one of New Zealand’s most exciting live bands. Their addictive blend of Rock RnB, electrifying grooves and phenomenal energy are sure to grab your attention. OdESSA kick along the dusty centre-line where Rock ‘n’ Roll and R ‘n’ B first cross-mutated, with memorable songs played inside out – night […]
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The Rocking Rainbows
- Newtown Festival
- A genre-bending band that celebrates the beauty of diversity.
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jeline + W.K Bookclub
- Newtown Festival
- jeline, your Filipina-Next-Door, is an indie-pop artist who’s always finding little parts of her thoughts and feelings to write about and amplify through music. A proud Filipino born and raised in Pōneke/Wellington, she’s been singing/songwriting from the age of 11, honing in her songwriting skills and creating melodies in her head since. With the help […]
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Jörmungandr
- Newtown Festival
- Started after their shared time at Wellington High School, Jörmungandr has continued to develop their own brand extreme metal inspired by Viking mythology. Exploring this theme has given rise to songs of life and of death, or others which can portray either a stark isolation, or epic grandeur. Drawing from many diverse musical styles in […]
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Olin Yoliztli
- Newtown Festival
- Olin Yoliztli means “life and movement” in the Náhuatl language, an indigenous Mesoamerican language still spoken in México and Central America. We are a community-based group that draws its roots in Mexico’s culture, sharing subtle values through its traditional dances & music, establishing ties with the community and shaping a cultural landscape as a medium […]
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Wellington Chinese Sports and Cultural Centre
- Newtown Festival
- The WCSCC dragon troupe continues a Chinese tradition dating back thousands of years. The bright colours, and striking sounds of the live drum and percussion make for an exciting combination of acrobatic dance. The troupe has performed at numerous festivals, corporate and VIP events including Womad, Newtown and Thorndon Festivals, Multi cultural events and waitangi […]
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Thorndon, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Summer Body
- Newtown Festival
- Summer Body are Newtown locals making guitar music. The “Duo” experiments with elements of indie-rock, doom, and noise music.
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Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Spikey
- Newtown Festival
- After leading the charge with Sit Down In Front for five years, Cory Newman has a new side project, Spikey. As Spikey, Cory embraces an eclectic blend of genres from old-school rockabilly to rap-rock and everything in between, while still holding true to his beloved punk rock roots. At its heart, the music and mission […]
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Ingrid and the Ministers
- Newtown Festival
- Ingrid and the Ministers blend the legendary guitar sounds of the 70s and 80s with a modern day sensitivity and lyrical content. Their electrifying live performances are a staple of the Wellington music scene, garnering comparisons to Joan Jett & the Blackhearts and the White Stripes.
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Hans Pucket
- Newtown Festival
- Hans Pucket write nervy but effortlessly danceable rock songs about feeling bad. Their second full-length album, No Drama, which is out now via Carpark Records, gleefully captures the all-too-common twenty-something anxieties of talking too much and then being unable to find the right words to say. When frontman Oliver Devlin sings, “I’m surfing a constant […]
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Tandrom Trio
- Newtown Festival
- Tandrom Trio boasts the talents of world class performers on accordion, violin and guitar, playing tango, klezmer, gypsy swing and Balkan tunes with energy and passion befitting those dancing genres.
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Crash Bandihoot
- Newtown Festival
- Wellington favourites Crash Bandihoot are a colourful 8 piece New Orleans street style brass band, lots of smiles and lots of fun. In 3 short years they’ve done 2 international Tours including representing Aotearoa NZ at HONK Festival, 3 back to back sold out Wellington Jazz Festival shows, 2 raucous parades at Cuba Dupa and […]
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Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6040, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Lost Tribe Aotearoa
- Newtown Festival
- Lost Tribe Aotearoa (LTA) are an 8-piece family-based band who share conscious messages through their lyrics. Their sound is an eclectic mix of roots, dub, rock, ska and blues and they are well known for their high energy live shows and the contagious uplifting vibes their music evokes. Lost Tribe Aotearoa’s talent was spotted in […]
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Mohi
- Newtown Festival
- Hailing from the picturesque landscapes of Aotearoa (New Zealand), MOHI is a musical force that transcends boundaries and unites cultures. This Māori, Neosoul, Pop, and Funk artist weaves a mesmerizing tapestry of sound, where Te Reo Māori and ancient Māori storytelling harmoniously merge with English lyrics and urban influences. In the world of music, MOHI […]
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Kaishandao
- Newtown Festival
- Forged from the hills of Pōneke, melded by the breakneck BPM of modern China, Kaishandao (Mandarin for ‘machete’) produces a sound of complex origins and eccentric imperfections — chopping a lost and found heritage into a playful mash-up of delirious dance music. Influenced by the Wellington DIY scene and Chengdu underground, Kristen is also the […]
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Wu Zhuoling
- Newtown Festival
- Wu Zhuoling’s path of independent music exploration has been a long and winding one. From musicianship as a singer-songwriter, electronic bandleader and producer, to social roles as a translator, wordsmith and athlete, her rich experience has expanded the dimensions of thought and, not surprisingly, given rise to the evolution of her own music. Emotions are […]
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Japes
- Newtown Festival
- Japes is the alias of Pōneke based songwriter, producer and DJ Mia Kelly. Coming from a background in sonic arts and broadcasting, they meld together elements of indie rock and electronica, to offer you oozing thoughtful sounds and songs.
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Jilter Off Kilter
- Newtown Festival
- Jilter: to cast off or reject Off Kilter: the unfitting, the strange the best crank wave, sh!t gaze, Post-RAWK (🤘), gravy moan, Piß Haus, Stick figures on Cr🤡cK, slender man OST band in the Gweater Wider Wellington Wegion and also wurld it’s loud riff dance okay?! G*sh !i!ii!!! hilarity ensues :^)
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Raiza Biza
- Newtown Festival
- Hailing from Hamilton, New Zealand, the rapper, songwriter and poet has developed a sound that has never veered from the core artistic vision he has followed since debut project SUMMER dropped in 2013: remaining authentic and honest in all facets of artistry. As part of the African-New Zealand diaspora, Raiza Biza emerged as a notable […]
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Riddim Cartel
- Newtown Festival
- Riddim Cartel, currently based in Miramar. Is a dynamic DJ and Music producer known for pushing the boundaries of Reggae & Electronic music. With a distinct fusion of genres, Riddim Cartel carves beats that captivate audiences worldwide. His journey in the scene showcases a relentless passion for innovation and a commitment to elevating the global […]
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Miramar, Wellington, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Legacy Taekwon-Do
- Newtown Festival
- A group of locals from the Legacy Taekwon-Do club will showcase the art of Taekwon-Do, a Korean martial art, in a series of different disciplines such as Line Work, Patterns, Step-Sparring, Self-Defense, Free Sparring, Power Breaking Destruction, and Flying kicks etc. This is your opportunity to witness such fun, active, and family-friendly live event! Come […]
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Lou’ana
- Newtown Festival
- Lou’ana, a Kiwi Pacific Artist, singer-songwriter & musician. A unique voice described as “…big, so beautiful and so luminous it contains worlds within worlds.” (Music Net). Inspired by American funk, soul & disco – Lou’ana infuses these nostalgic grooves with her own spirit and stories. With over a million streams on Spotify, Lou’ana’s debut album […]
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Revulva
- Newtown Festival
- Revulva is a femme-lead soul, funk, disco eight-piece hailing from Te Whanganui-a-Tara. Making a scene since 2020, Revulva have been turning heads at their theatrical and epic live shows performing at festivals such as 121 Festival, Tora Bombora, Nest Fest, Welcome To Nowhere, Twisted Frequency among many more. Revulva released their debut EP “Girl’s Gotta […]
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Cherry Punch
- Newtown Festival
- Cherry Punch is the greatest punk band ever formed, and if you disagree, you can fuck off. Based in Wellington, New Zealand, this 4 piece punk band is one to keep your eye on. With tasty jams that produce a constant stream of beautiful noise and lyrics that challenge the seedy underbelly of abuse, this […]
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Like Ringing Bells & Howling Wolves
- Newtown Festival
- “To Sing Like Ringing Bells and Howling Wolves”Ancient Diaphonic Vocal Systems from Bulgaria Learn striking two part traditional songs, from the extraordinary villages of Nedelino (Rodope Mountains) & Bistritsa (Shopluk). These remarkable places are home to UNESCO living treasure traditions, which Tui will reverently share her knowledge of, inspired by her time in Bulgaria, studying […]
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Berhampore and Newtown parking scheme
- Kōrero Mai | Let's Talk | Wellington City Council
- We'd like your feedback on the updated proposals for a parking scheme in Newtown and Berhampore. You can have your say until 1pm, Monday 19 February.
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Newtown Park, Melrose, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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Serpent Dream + Void Rat
- Black Coffee
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Black coffee, Riddiford Street, Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
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