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South Auckland’s two-piece high-energy riff rock band, The Boondocks, are excited to announce the release of their latest single and music video, ‘Bear With Me’. The band, comprised of Scott Parker (vocals and bass) and Branden Pritchard (drums), promises an electrifying new chapter in their already impressive career.

‘Bear With Me’ is a tribute to The Boondocks’ roots and inspirations, which include legends such as Royal Blood and Nirvana. Originally written in 2017 by Parker’s former band, the track has been resurrected and reimagined with a dynamic and polished sound, thanks to the creative contributions of producer Scott Seabright. The single also received funding from NZ On Air.

The accompanying music video, a hilarious and heartfelt tale of an unexpected connection with Bigfoot, is directed by Dave Thompson and brought to life by the Imaginary Friends team. Filmed with prosthetics, expert makeup artistry, and an elaborate Bigfoot costume, the video highlights the band’s commitment to creativity and fun. “Our mindset was, if we’re doing a music video, it has to be ridiculous,” says Parker. And ridiculous it is — in the best possible way.

The Boondocks have already made waves on the New Zealand rock scene. All six of their previous singles have charted, with fan-favourites ‘Bombs’, ‘Sticks and Stones’, and ‘Black Taxi’ enjoying extensive runs on the NZ charts. Their 2024 self-titled EP saw ‘Black Taxi’ become their most successful track to date, racking up over 28,000 streams. Tracks ‘Sticks and Stones’ and ‘Black Taxi’ also made it onto the 2024 Rock 2000 Countdown.

‘Bear With Me’ Single Release Tour

The excitement doesn’t stop there — the band is hitting the road for their first-ever single release tour, accompanied by special guests Pink Plates:

2 May @ Big Fan Auckland
w/ Pink Plates, Offside and The RVMES

9 May @ Tavern Place, Mt Maunganui
w/ Pink Plates and Not Exact

10 May @ Rosemarys Tavern, Taupo
w/ Pink Plates

All shows are R18

Tickets are available now at Under the Radar

After a whirlwind start of 2025, including opening for iconic Kiwi acts Shihad, The D4, and Villainy, The Boondocks have massive plans. With an entire album already recorded with Scott Seabright and a new batch of material in the works, fans can expect even more high-energy rock in the near future. Their goal? To headline their own shows, hit major festivals like Homegrown 2026, and cement their place within the New Zealand rock pantheon.

Rock on with The Boondocks — ‘Bear With Me’ is now available on all major streaming platforms.

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