Showcasing artist applications are now open for SXSW 2026 Austin, taking place March 12-18.
International News: Artist Registrations Now Open for SXSW 2026
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Music Commission News
Q2 2025 NZ Music Statistics
This report includes information about the domestic sales, streaming and radio play for New Zealand music from April – June 2025, and also includes waiata reo radio and streaming data.
NZ On Air and The NZ Music Commission presents: Building Support and Music Funding 101
NZ On Air and the NZ Music Commission are excited to announce the seminar Building Support and Music Funding 101 for Ōtautahi.
Going Global Music Summit – Showcasing Artists Announced for 2025!
On Thursday 28 and Friday 29 August, Whammy! and Double Whammy! on Karangahape Road will host 24 artists performing concise, 20-minute sets — delivering the strongest songs from their repertoire.
International Newsletter – July | Hūrae 2025
Check out our International Newsletter for July | Hūrae 2025.
Support Plan Change 21 – Protect Live Music in Christchurch
Independent Music Venues Aotearoa is calling for public support of Plan Change 21, a proposal by Christchurch City Council to introduce higher noise limits that will help safeguard the future of live music venues.