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Gig Review: Bush Doof @ Conway Flats 5/12/20
Bush Doof has become a highlight of the annual NZ DnB calendar, and the crowning achievement of the Boom Candy crew. Started by sound...
Gwarden
Dec 10, 20206 min read
J Plates - Album Review: Seven Days Of Fire
2020 has been a big year for J Plates, releasing a string of heavyweight DnB alongside a side project offering ambient and lower-BPM...
Gwarden
Nov 8, 20202 min read
Gig Review: Shapeshifter @ Christchurch Town Hall - 18/10/2020
Two decades deep and showing no signs of slowing down, veteran live act Shapeshifter jetted into Christchurch on the back of a sold out...
Gwarden
Nov 8, 20202 min read
![EP Review: KINA - The Second Wave [Deeper Freq]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_a717edaddc424e5f98a9393e7710e959~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_700,h_526,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_a717edaddc424e5f98a9393e7710e959~mv2.jpg)
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EP Review: KINA - The Second Wave [Deeper Freq]
Aptly titled The Second Wave is only the sophomore release on Dunedin-based artist KINA's Deeper Freq label, but already a strong...
Gwarden
Sep 2, 20201 min read
![Single Review: Lee Mvtthews - Turning Back [Dark Machine Records]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_6ba167b0b60f4dd182e109fffa26ea78~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_599,h_450,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_6ba167b0b60f4dd182e109fffa26ea78~mv2.jpg)
![Single Review: Lee Mvtthews - Turning Back [Dark Machine Records]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_6ba167b0b60f4dd182e109fffa26ea78~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_599,h_450,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_6ba167b0b60f4dd182e109fffa26ea78~mv2.jpg)
Single Review: Lee Mvtthews - Turning Back [Dark Machine Records]
Lee Mvtthews are one of the biggest names among a new breed of NZ Drum & Bass producers making a mark on the global stage. Fresh off a...
Gwarden
Jul 13, 20201 min read
![EP Review: TRUTH - Without You EP [Deep, Dark & Dangerous]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_699fc36bafe44147a26782340893a7fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_600,h_451,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_699fc36bafe44147a26782340893a7fa~mv2.jpg)
![EP Review: TRUTH - Without You EP [Deep, Dark & Dangerous]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_699fc36bafe44147a26782340893a7fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_600,h_451,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_699fc36bafe44147a26782340893a7fa~mv2.jpg)
EP Review: TRUTH - Without You EP [Deep, Dark & Dangerous]
TRUTH, predominantly known for their prolific output in the Dubstep scene via their own Deep, Dark & Dangerous label, now turn their...
Gwarden
Jul 13, 20202 min read
Gig Review: A Sides (UK) with MC Tali & Chiccoreli
Flux is fast becoming one of the best venues in Christchurch, especially in a city still struggling to provide a decent array of...
Gwarden
Jul 6, 20203 min read
![Interview: Monika [Shogun Audio, Soulvent, Fokuz]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_cac07baa0bc648fdb0c0e13de33bb91a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1065,h_800,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_cac07baa0bc648fdb0c0e13de33bb91a~mv2.jpg)
![Interview: Monika [Shogun Audio, Soulvent, Fokuz]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_cac07baa0bc648fdb0c0e13de33bb91a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1065,h_800,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_cac07baa0bc648fdb0c0e13de33bb91a~mv2.jpg)
Interview: Monika [Shogun Audio, Soulvent, Fokuz]
Monika is the moniker of musician Maxwell Monika, and it was a pleasure to have a chat with the man himself as we all turn to music to...
Gwarden
Jun 5, 20204 min read
![EP Review: Monika - Pogo [Music Monika]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_c857ae8d8e564d48bce61209bf0f9a28~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_700,h_526,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_c857ae8d8e564d48bce61209bf0f9a28~mv2.jpg)
![EP Review: Monika - Pogo [Music Monika]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_c857ae8d8e564d48bce61209bf0f9a28~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_700,h_526,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_c857ae8d8e564d48bce61209bf0f9a28~mv2.jpg)
EP Review: Monika - Pogo [Music Monika]
Christchurch-based producer and DJ Maxwell Monika has been on the rise lately, with liquidy releases on UK labels Soulvent and Fokuz....
Gwarden
Jun 5, 20201 min read
![Single Review: J Plates - A Cut Above / Strength To Strength [J Plates]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_9b3e2fc24a2e4a12b794f6eb1d5d1c94~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_700,h_526,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_9b3e2fc24a2e4a12b794f6eb1d5d1c94~mv2.jpg)
![Single Review: J Plates - A Cut Above / Strength To Strength [J Plates]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_9b3e2fc24a2e4a12b794f6eb1d5d1c94~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_700,h_526,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_9b3e2fc24a2e4a12b794f6eb1d5d1c94~mv2.jpg)
Single Review: J Plates - A Cut Above / Strength To Strength [J Plates]
Following hot on the heels of his Brain Drain EP, J Plates comes correct with another nostalgia-infused slice of timeless Drum & Bass,...
Gwarden
Jun 5, 20201 min read
![Interview: J Plates [Omni Music UK, In-Reach Records]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_164d31aa409c4b10aea51a96602c91fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_490,h_477,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_164d31aa409c4b10aea51a96602c91fa~mv2.jpg)
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Interview: J Plates [Omni Music UK, In-Reach Records]
Take me back to your musical origins. When did you get into Drum & Bass and production? What were you listening to before that? My...
Gwarden
May 31, 202015 min read
![EP Review: J Plates - Brain Drain [In-Reach Records]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_c4d38fc9b29345718fb8431dca5843eb~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_800,h_601,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_c4d38fc9b29345718fb8431dca5843eb~mv2.jpg)
![EP Review: J Plates - Brain Drain [In-Reach Records]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_c4d38fc9b29345718fb8431dca5843eb~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_800,h_601,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_c4d38fc9b29345718fb8431dca5843eb~mv2.jpg)
EP Review: J Plates - Brain Drain [In-Reach Records]
NZ-born, UK-based producer J Plates surfaces for another killer EP following a brace of releases last November on Omni Music UK. This...
Gwarden
May 13, 20202 min read
Gig Review: Murdock @ The Slate Room, Christchurch - 5/2/2020
Billed as Sub180’s last ever gig at The Slate Room (a venue which has hosted many of Christchurch’s high profile international gigs over...
Gwarden
Feb 12, 20203 min read
![Interview: Grid City [Bay 6 Recordings]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_eedbb9472923467b8e2fffe934b10c29~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_715,h_537,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_eedbb9472923467b8e2fffe934b10c29~mv2.jpg)
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Interview: Grid City [Bay 6 Recordings]
Christchurch duo Grid City might not be on everyone’s radar but I suspect that will change rapidly with the release of their Summer Funk...
Gwarden
Feb 6, 20204 min read
![EP Review: Grid City - Summer Funk [Bay 6 Recordings]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_1824ee79c9f74ade9622d85d9f8dd9ea~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_960,h_721,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_1824ee79c9f74ade9622d85d9f8dd9ea~mv2.jpg)
![EP Review: Grid City - Summer Funk [Bay 6 Recordings]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_1824ee79c9f74ade9622d85d9f8dd9ea~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_960,h_721,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_1824ee79c9f74ade9622d85d9f8dd9ea~mv2.jpg)
EP Review: Grid City - Summer Funk [Bay 6 Recordings]
Grid City hit Bay 6 Recordings for their debut EP release, and it’s a classic 4-tracker showcasing a variety of liquid deliciousness....
Gwarden
Feb 6, 20201 min read
![Interview: HABIT [ProgRAM]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_3b90cf0d33f54f449890c0c00f559bba~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_955,h_717,fp_0.50_0.50,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_3b90cf0d33f54f449890c0c00f559bba~mv2.jpg)
![Interview: HABIT [ProgRAM]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_3b90cf0d33f54f449890c0c00f559bba~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_955,h_717,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_3b90cf0d33f54f449890c0c00f559bba~mv2.jpg)
Interview: HABIT [ProgRAM]
Wellington-based DJ, producer and promoter Stu Habit is a regular fixture in the NZ drum & bass scene. I caught up with him to find out...
Gwarden
Jan 28, 20208 min read
Gig Review: Noisia & Kanine @ Riccarton Park Racecourse, Christchurch - 21/12/2019
When pioneering musicians Noisia announced in September 2019 that they’d be disbanding in 2020, it sent a ripple through the electronic...
Gwarden
Jan 13, 20204 min read
![Gig Review: Ulterior Motive [UK] @ Hide Club, Christchurch - 23/11/2019](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_2ac7e735b4f84114bf5d3b7460e2a1c9~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_600,h_451,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_2ac7e735b4f84114bf5d3b7460e2a1c9~mv2.jpg)
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Gig Review: Ulterior Motive [UK] @ Hide Club, Christchurch - 23/11/2019
UK duo Ulterior Motive (JD & Morphex) have been producing intricate, heavyweight music for the better part of a decade now, with early...
Gwarden
Dec 16, 20193 min read
![Interview: Lily Unsub [PHDM Records]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_66260fe3ab0647269e671e9fbe48e6b0~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_545,h_397,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_66260fe3ab0647269e671e9fbe48e6b0~mv2.jpg)
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Interview: Lily Unsub [PHDM Records]
Lily Luck aka Unsub has been producing music for the better part of a decade with a slew of releases across multiple labels, including a...
Gwarden
Dec 11, 20196 min read
![Album Review: Unsub - Heartbreaker [PHDM Records]](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/218f86_1992630a608346418e2fca92bd22341d~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_678,h_509,fp_0.50_0.50,lg_1,q_30,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/218f86_1992630a608346418e2fca92bd22341d~mv2.jpg)
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Album Review: Unsub - Heartbreaker [PHDM Records]
Prolific producer Unsub delivers the impressive Heartbreaker LP, the fourth on her ‘Pure Heart Dirty Mind’ imprint via mother label...
Gwarden
Dec 11, 20192 min read
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