New Zealand New Releases
New Zealand New Releases
Below is a list of all New Zealand titles released in the last 120 days.
Displaying items 1 to 40 of 44
JANET JENNINGS / MODEST MUSSORGSKY
Pictures at an Exhibition Somi Kim (piano) [ Atoll / CD - released 26/Jul/2024 ] Somi Kim in her debut solo album gives sparkling performances of two compositions inspired by visual art - the great 19th century work by Mussorgsky "Pictures at an Exhibition", which remains a challenge to pianists 150 years later, is preceded by... |
JOHN PSATHAS
Psathas: Leviation Somi Kim (piano) [ Atoll / 2 CD - released 26/Jul/2024 ] John Psathas - 4 modern concertos, spectacularly recorded in a production supervised by the composer. Psathas presents four new compositions, for marimba, tenor sax and percussion, with an emphasis on rhythm and colour. This is genre defying modern... |
LIGETI / YSAYE / CRUMB / XU TANG / LODGE / GINASTERA / DUSAPIN
Solitary Fables Matthias Balzat (cello) [ Atoll Records / CD - released 12/Jul/2024 ] "This album evokes a period when the world was ushered into an era of regulated isolation. As a musician, I embraced this phase as an opportunity to refelect on artistic identity, the intimate connection with one's instrument, and a profound... |
HORO / HOLMES / FISHER / WILLIAMS / PSATHAS / ROYAL / AUDAIN / BOWATER / YOUNG / CASTRO-ROBINSON / RITCHIE / HAMILTON
Suite Aotearoa Sharon Joy Vogan (piano), Horomona Horo (taonga pūoro) [ Atoll / CD - released 12/Jul/2024 ] This album is a beautiful complete listen, an imaginative sequence of Aotearoa magic in the form of 12 short commissions from a fine selection of composers. "Suite Aotearoa" is one of the first albums to combine concert Steinway piano and Taonga Puoro. |
JessB
Feels Like Home (LP) [ Warner Music / LP - released 5/Jul/2024 ] Feels Like Home is JessB's debut. The 12-track album embodies the essence of home not being defined as a place, but instead, being where the heart is. "FEELS LIKE HOME can mean so many different things. I think it's about feeling at home with... |
Marlon Williams
Make Way For Love (5th Anniversary Edition Blue Vinyl LP) [ Dead Oceans / LP - released 5/Jul/2024 ] "Singer-songwriter" The single most used hyphenate in music? Probably, and New Zealand's Marlon Williams nailed the first part of that descriptor at an early age. He's quite simply got one of the most extraordinary, effortlessly distinctive voices of... |
SKILAA
Tiger In The River (LP) [ LP - released 5/Jul/2024 ] A tour de force of Psychedelic RnB that will have you grooving and reeling in equal measure! SKILAA enlisted the production and mixing expertise of Tāmaki Makaurau's own Jeremy Toy (Open Souls, She's so rad) and the record was mastered by New... |
Anna Coddington
Te Whakamiha (LP) [ Loop / LP - released 28/Jun/2024 ] One of Aotearoa's most acclaimed singer-songwriters, Anna Coddington (Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Te Arawa), returns with her new album, Te Whakamiha. The title is a translation of the name of Coddington's band, The Appreciations (Jol Mulholland, Mike Hall... |
French For Rabbits
In the End I Won't Be Coming Home [ Triple AAA Records / CD - released 28/Jun/2024 ] Te Whanganui-a-Tara's 'dream pop' luminaries French For Rabbits mark just over a decade of releases with their new EP, In the End I Won't Be Coming Home, backed with their debut EP, Claimed by the Sea. Both were recorded at The Surgery in... |
French For Rabbits
In the End I Won't Be Coming Home (CDEP) [ Triple AAA Records / CD - released 28/Jun/2024 ] Te Whanganui-a-Tara's 'dream pop' luminaries French For Rabbits mark just over a decade of releases with their new EP, In the End I Won't Be Coming Home. On the EP French For Rabbits are joined by classic ensemble The Black Quartet who weave their... |
French For Rabbits
In the End I Won't Be Coming Home | Claimed by the Sea (LP) [ Triple AAA Records / LP - released 28/Jun/2024 ] 140g Translucent Sea Green Vinyl. Te Whanganui-a-Tara's 'dream pop' luminaries French For Rabbits mark just over a decade of releases with their new EP, In the End I Won't Be Coming Home, backed with their debut EP, Claimed by the Sea. Both... |
No Cigar
The Great Escape (LP) [ LP - released 28/Jun/2024 ] After a string of captivating singles, Auckland five-piece NO CIGAR have unveiled their second album, THE GREAT ESCAPE. Since they were formed in 2019, NO CIGAR have established themselves as one of New Zealand's most promising musical acts -... |
Earth Tongue
Great Haunting [ In The Red / CD - released 14/Jun/2024 ] Earth Tongue is a heavy psych rock two-piece from Wellington, New Zealand. Guitarist Gussie Larkin is a master of the fuzz-smothered riff, and along with Ezra Simons' off-kilter drumming, they've been sending punters into transcendental states since... |
Earth Tongue
Great Haunting (Green & Black Splatter Vinyl LP) [ In The Red / LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] Earth Tongue is a heavy psych rock two-piece from Wellington, New Zealand. Guitarist Gussie Larkin is a master of the fuzz-smothered riff, and along with Ezra Simons' off-kilter drumming, they've been sending punters into transcendental states since... |
Shapeshifter
Delta (LP) [ Universal / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] In the words of Spinal Tap: "This one goes up to 11". Shapeshifter's fifth LP is explosive, pulsating, and vividly colourful. They seem to have shrugged off notions of genre conformity, embraced the anthemic, and pulled synths and sax melodies... |
Shapeshifter
Real Time (LP) [ Universal / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] 2001 saw the release of Shapeshifters debut album Real Time. It included an iconic collaboration with vocalist Ladi6 on the track "Move With Me" as well as Kaps (Fabel) and Tiki (Salmonella Dub) on production. The album was awarded "Best... |
Shapeshifter
Riddim Wise (LP) [ Universal / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] Shapeshifter released their second album Riddim Wise in 2004. With an emphasis in funky dance floor grooves, whilst still maintaining strong musical elements "Riddim Wise '' is viewed as the bands step towards a more atmospheric style of drum and... |
Shapeshifter
Rituals (LP) [ Universal Music / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] Rituals is Shapeshifter's seventh studio album. This new record has been a long time in the making, as COVID 19 halted the process for release, but New Zealand's response allowed the band to tour the new songs and build the hype despite the... |
Shapeshifter
Shapeshifter Live (LP) [ Universal / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] In 2007, Shapeshifter released their first and only live album entitled "Shapeshifter Live". Recorded on 29th September 2006 in the band's hometown of Christchurch, the album captures Shapeshifter's electrifying stage presence. The 6-track album... |
Shapeshifter
Stars (LP) [ Universal / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] Shapeshifter's sixth album "Stars" is the follow up to the incredibly well-received album "Delta". Released in 2013, that album reached platinum status, spawned the platinum single 'In Colour', and earned the band the accolade of 'Best Group' and... |
Shapeshifter
The System Is A Vampire (LP) [ Universal / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] Shapeshifter's fifth album, 'The System is a Vampire' showcases a band at the peak of their powers, capturing the essence, energy & vitality of one of our most exciting groups across eleven killer tracks, each highlighting the 5-piece's unique blend... |
Shapeshifter
Soulstice (LP) [ Universal Music / 2 LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] 'Soulstice' is the astounding third album from local dancefloor kings, Shapeshifter. It features the single "Bring Change", as well as appearances from KP, Kye + a scorching track from Ladi 6. |
Verlaines
Way Out Where (RSD 2024 LP) [ School Kids Records / LP - released 14/Jun/2024 ] After a run of acclaimed albums released via New Zealand's Flying Nun label through the 1980's, The Verlaines signed a deal with Los Angeles based Slash Records. By mid 1992 the band were regrouping after touring in support of Ready To Fly, their... |
Georgia Lines
The Rose Of Jericho (LP) [ Nahla and Nala / LP - released 7/Jun/2024 ] THE ROSE OF JERICHO is an astounding debut that further cements Georgia Lines' reputation as an artist with an undeniable talent for capturing vulnerability through songwriting. Magic, nostalgic charm, musical depth and an incredible vulnerability is... |
Mel Parsons
Sabotage [ Cape Road / CD - released 7/Jun/2024 ] SABOTAGE is Lyttelton-based Mel Parsons' sixth album. Recorded in Lyttleton at Basement Studio and co-written and co-produced with Josh Logan, sees a contemplative Parsons skillfully weaving together a tapestry of ethereal and hypnotic... |
Mel Parsons
Sabotage (LP) [ Cape Road / LP - released 7/Jun/2024 ] SABOTAGE is Lyttelton-based Mel Parsons' sixth album. Recorded in Lyttleton at Basement Studio and co-written and co-produced with Josh Logan, sees a contemplative Parsons skillfully weaving together a tapestry of ethereal and hypnotic... |
Rob Thorne, Karl Sölve Steven
Black Coast Vanishings [ Rattle Records / CD - released 7/Jun/2024 ] Music adapted from the television series "Black Coast Vanishings", composed and performed by Karl Sölve Steven and Rob Thorne. |
W. A. MOZART
Mozart: Piano Sonatas Volume 1 K. 281 in B flat and K. 576 in D Sharon Joy Vogan (piano) [ Atoll Records / CD - released 7/Jun/2024 ] In 1989, Sharon Joy Vogan embarked on a project with RNZ Concert to record all eighteen of Mozart's piano sonatas, and his Fantasias. Sharon completed 14 recordings and those presented here are drawn from that historical collection made available... |
Bruce Russell & Luke Wood (Eds.)
A Record Could Be Your Whole World Book [ Ilam Press / Book - released 1/Jun/2024 ] This is a book about records considered 'in themselves'. It is not about musicians, or music, or design, or music history - though all those things are considered at various points. |
Roy Montgomery
Temple IV (LP) [ Kranky / 2 LP - released 31/May/2024 ] This is the first vinyl issue for what is arguably Roy Montgomery's finest solo album, originally released in 1996 on CD. The original album has been enhanced with two newer tracks that constitute side 4 of the album. The album was recorded by... |
Various Artists
Let Me Take You Down Under - A Celebration Of Kiwi Artists Covering The Songs Of The Beatles Vol 2 [ Frenzy / CD - released 24/May/2024 ] 'LET ME TAKE YOU DOWN...UNDER' Vol 2 is another celebration of Kiwi artists performing the songs of The Beatles. Contrasting interpretations run rampant on this exciting 25 track collection which features many of our top artists from the last 60... |
Sam Bambery
Rubricator (Limited Edition LP) [ Under Underground Records / LP - released 17/May/2024 ] 'Rubricator' is a newly minted set of songs produced with De Stevens (Marlin's Dreaming, Asta Rangu) and recorded in houses, old photography studios and lounge rooms across Aotearoa/New Zealand. The album releases via Under Underground Records, a... |
Jordan Rakei
The Loop (Indie Green Vinyl LP) [ Decca / 2 LP - released 10/May/2024 ] Grammy-award nominated Jordan Rakei is a renowned multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer, and songwriter who, over soon-to-be-five studio albums, has been on a wide-ranging journey that explores the outer reaches of his inner psyche, traversing... |
Jordan Rakei
The Loop (LP) [ Decca / 2 LP - released 10/May/2024 ] Grammy-award nominated Jordan Rakei is a renowned multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer, and songwriter who, over soon-to-be-five studio albums, has been on a wide-ranging journey that explores the outer reaches of his inner psyche, traversing... |
Jordan Rakei
The Loop [ Decca / CD - released 10/May/2024 ] Grammy-award nominated Jordan Rakei is a renowned multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, producer, and songwriter who, over soon-to-be-five studio albums, has been on a wide-ranging journey that explores the outer reaches of his inner psyche, traversing... |
Devilskin
Surfacing (12") [ Devilskin / 12in - released 3/May/2024 ] A collection of three brand new tracks and three long-time live favourites, with SURFACING the band come up for air to celebrate the last decade by making a mark in the sand to take stock of the successes achieved and incredible experiences shared... |
Devilskin
Surfacing (EP) [ Devilskin / CD - released 3/May/2024 ] A collection of three brand new tracks and three long-time live favourites, with SURFACING the band come up for air to celebrate the last decade by making a mark in the sand to take stock of the successes achieved and incredible experiences shared... |
The Nomad
Infinite II (LP) [ Nomad Audio & Video / 2 LP - released 29/Apr/2024 ] Sounds so nice, rewind selector, come and play it twice. Following on from the highly successful sold out double vinyl release 'Infinite'. The next instalment 'Infinite II' is about to hit the decks with a blazing handpicked 16 track selection... |
Tadpole
The Medusa (Blue Vinyl LP) [ Independent / LP - released 19/Apr/2024 ] A re-release of Tadpole's classic sophomore album, The Medusa. |
Various Artists
20 Solid Gold Kiwi Hits Volume One 1963-1971 [ Frenzy / CD - released 5/Apr/2024 ] The first in an ongoing series of classic Kiwi compilations at a nice price! |
