Indie Pop

Cardinals

Review: Cardinals - Masquerade

Masquerade mixes romantic indie rock atmosphere with post-punk edge and real song momentum.

March 6, 2026

Pina Palau

Review: Pina Palau - You Better Get Used To It

A warm, observant indie-folk record that finds poetry in ordinary days without trying too hard.

March 5, 2026

Gerr Walsh

Review: Gerr Walsh - Ages and Ages

Ages and Ages delivers melody-first indie folk with restraint, clarity, and quiet confidence.

March 3, 2026

Northlight

Review: Northlight - Late Trains

A textured indie-electronic single with strong pacing and a memorable vocal hook.

January 28, 2026

17 September 2026 – Isla Den — Heaven Can Wait

Electronic and alternative pop duo Isla Den release Heaven Can Wait today, delivering an immersive and introspective independent album exploring memory and transformation.

September 17, 2026

17 September 2026 – Wet Denim — Water For Dogs

Wellington four-piece Wet Denim release their third EP Water For Dogs today, accompanied by a new focus track and music video exploring bright, driving guitar melodies.

September 17, 2026

17 September 2026 – The Beths — “Metal (Nik Brinkman Remix)”

Auckland indie champions The Beths share a fresh version of Metal today, reimagined by fellow New Zealand musician and electronic producer Nik Brinkman.

September 17, 2026

17 September 2026 – Friendly Fires — “Magnetic”

Friendly Fires announce fourth album Dig Deeper today and introduce the project with the ecstatic, euphoric indie dance single Magnetic.

September 17, 2026

17 September 2026 – Kate Nash — “Spilt Milk”

British songwriter Kate Nash announces upcoming album Cailin today and shares single Spilt Milk, reflecting on endurance and self-compassion.

September 17, 2026

17 September 2026 – Esspi — FAUXstalgia

Cape Town artist Esspi introduces FAUXstalgia today, a six-year creative project exploring nostalgia for memories that never truly occurred.

September 17, 2026