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Nz Indie

NZ Indie, hailing from New Zealand, is a vibrant and eclectic music genre that blends the introspective lyricism and melodic nuances of indie rock with the unique cultural and geographical influences of the country. This genre is characterized by its experimental approach, often incorporating unconventional sounds, DIY ethics, and a broad spectrum of influences ranging from pop to punk, folk, and beyond. The artists associated with NZ Indie, such as Ben Woods, The Phoenix Foundation, and Womb, among others, are known for their authenticity and innovation, crafting sounds that resonate with the introspective and often, the idiosyncratic spirit of New Zealand's music scene. Their music often explores themes of personal and societal introspection, wrapped in atmospheric arrangements and emotionally charged performances, making NZ Indie a distinct and compelling voice in the global indie music landscape.

Top Genres

Indie Pop Indie Rock Alternative Rock Dream Pop Indie Folk Lo-fi Art Rock Folk Rock Post-punk Experimental Rock Alternative Pop Psychedelic Rock Indie Electronic Alternative Indie

Related Genres

Auckland Indie Dunedin Indie Wellington Indie Dunedin Sound Christchurch Indie Kiwi Rock Nz Post-punk Nz Punk Nz Alternative Rock Nz Folk

Latest Nz Indie Release

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Single - Released June 24, 2025

Top Artists

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The Beths

Mild Orange

HEAVY CHEST

Recitals

Molly Payton

The Bats

Top Playlists

The Sound of Flying Nun Records 12 Nz Indie artists

The Sound of NZ Post-Punk 2 Nz Indie artists

The Needle / New Zealand - Underground 2 Nz Indie artists

WYEP's Weekly Mix 1 Nz Indie artist

The Needle / New Zealand - Emerging 1 Nz Indie artist

OCTA - Songs of the Year 2023 1 Nz Indie artist

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June 24, 2025

No Joy
The Beths
2 tracks
June 6

Aseurai
Phoebe Rings
10 tracks
May 30

Silver Star
Mild Orange
1 tracks
May 7

Fading Star
Phoebe Rings
4 tracks
May 2

Moonglade (Live in Seoul 서울)
Mild Orange
2 tracks
April 28

Metal
The Beths
1 tracks
April 25

Moonglade
Mild Orange
1 tracks
April 2

Get Up
Phoebe Rings
3 tracks
March 28

Right or Wrong
Mild Orange
1 tracks
March 5

Drifting / Aseurai
Phoebe Rings
2 tracks
February 28

There's No Rush
Mild Orange
1 tracks
January 31

Welcome Back (To The//Glow)
Mild Orange
1 tracks
January 30

January Blues (Korean Version)
Phoebe Rings
1 tracks
December 13, 2024

Whistling In The Darkness / Ritual Hex
The Phoenix Foundation
2 tracks
November 29

Rubicon
Mild Orange
1 tracks
November 28

Whistling In The Darkness
The Phoenix Foundation
1 tracks
October 25

In My Chambers
Wiri Donna
6 tracks
October 25

Mood
Mild Orange
1 tracks
October 18

Phoebe Rings
Phoebe Rings
6 tracks
October 10

The Wolf
Lips
1 tracks
October 5

SICK
Koizilla
8 tracks
September 27

I GOT GOLD!
Recitals
5 tracks
September 13

Stop Charades
Wiri Donna
3 tracks
August 30

YOYOTTA
Molly Payton
10 tracks
August 29

Champion Runner
Recitals
1 tracks
August 29

Daisy
Phoebe Rings
1 tracks
August 2

Bad Behavior
Wiri Donna
2 tracks
July 24

Get Back To You
Molly Payton
3 tracks
July 12

No Bad Days
Soft Bait
1 tracks
July 12

No Bad Days
Soft Bait
1 tracks
June 28

Spell
HEAVY CHEST
1 tracks
June 21

The Gold
Wiri Donna
1 tracks
May 31

Lego
Koizilla
1 tracks
May 22

Everyone
Voom
1 tracks
May 17

heartbreak for jetlag
Vera Ellen
6 tracks
May 17

Take Time
Carb on Carb
10 tracks
May 1

World Emotion
Vera Ellen
4 tracks
April 19

A Kingdom In A Cul-De-Sac
Ha the Unclear
12 tracks
April 16

Accelerate
Molly Payton
2 tracks
April 12

C'est Comme Ça
Ha the Unclear
1 tracks

June 6, 2025

Aseurai
Phoebe Rings
10 tracks
May 7

Fading Star
Phoebe Rings
4 tracks
October 25, 2024

In My Chambers
Wiri Donna
6 tracks
October 18

Phoebe Rings
Phoebe Rings
6 tracks
October 5

SICK
Koizilla
8 tracks
September 27

I GOT GOLD!
Recitals
5 tracks
August 30

YOYOTTA
Molly Payton
10 tracks
May 17

Take Time
Carb on Carb
10 tracks
May 17

heartbreak for jetlag
Vera Ellen
6 tracks
May 1

World Emotion
Vera Ellen
4 tracks
April 19

A Kingdom In A Cul-De-Sac
Ha the Unclear
12 tracks
April 11

Lake Echo
HEAVY CHEST
5 tracks
November 20, 2023

The Giant's Lawn
Wurld Series
17 tracks
November 10

Not Your Cupid
Erny Belle
9 tracks
November 3

Mermaidens
Mermaidens
11 tracks
November 3

Mermaidens
Mermaidens
11 tracks
September 15

Expert In A Dying Field (Deluxe)
The Beths
20 tracks
March 31

Ideal Home Noise
Vera Ellen
13 tracks
March 31

Saturn Return
Soft Plastics
9 tracks
March 17

Sonic Waves
Surf Friends
10 tracks

June 24, 2025

No Joy
The Beths
2 tracks
May 30

Silver Star
Mild Orange
1 tracks
May 2

Moonglade (Live in Seoul 서울)
Mild Orange
2 tracks
April 28

Metal
The Beths
1 tracks
April 25

Moonglade
Mild Orange
1 tracks
April 2

Get Up
Phoebe Rings
3 tracks
March 28

Right or Wrong
Mild Orange
1 tracks
March 5

Drifting / Aseurai
Phoebe Rings
2 tracks
February 28

There's No Rush
Mild Orange
1 tracks
January 31

Welcome Back (To The//Glow)
Mild Orange
1 tracks
January 30

January Blues (Korean Version)
Phoebe Rings
1 tracks
December 13, 2024

Whistling In The Darkness / Ritual Hex
The Phoenix Foundation
2 tracks
November 29

Rubicon
Mild Orange
1 tracks
November 28

Whistling In The Darkness
The Phoenix Foundation
1 tracks
October 25

Mood
Mild Orange
1 tracks
October 10

The Wolf
Lips
1 tracks
September 13

Stop Charades
Wiri Donna
3 tracks
August 29

Champion Runner
Recitals
1 tracks
August 29

Daisy
Phoebe Rings
1 tracks
August 2

Bad Behavior
Wiri Donna
2 tracks