Rita Mae
Aotearoa’s rising indie star Rita Mae has released the deluxe edition of her critically-acclaimed EP SUPERFEELING, and it's fair to say we're obsessed. The EP features the recently released haunting track ‘The Nightmare’ and the reworked version of the single ‘Candy’s House’ - ‘Candy’s House’ (Comedown Song)’ which captures the "aftermath of the escape" from the night out the original song was about.
We wanted to know what inspires Rita's music, so we asked her if she got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
Emma Dilemma
Kazoo hooks, grungy guitars and hook-laden melodies; Aotearoa’s self-proclaimed “patron saint of self-sabotage” Emma Dilemma has released her latest single ‘Bed All Day’ and it's brilliant.
Sonically it’s a juxtaposition; it’s both cheerful and complicated, light-hearted and existential, creating the perfect soundtrack for modern times and showcasing Emma Dilemma’s undeniable skill for articulating complex and relatable themes in musical form.
We wanted to know what inspires Emma's music, so we asked her if she got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
Luna Shadows
Co-producer and touring member for The Naked and Famous, LA-based Luna Shadows is an artist, producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with an undeniable track-record of releasing her own, critically-acclaimed, indie-pop gold.
She has released her first single and video of her latest project: the haunting, introspective track ‘witches’ brew’, and it's absolutely stunning. We wanted to know what inspires Luna's music, so we asked her if she got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
South Summit
Exciting West Australian indie rock band, South Summit, are kicking off their three New Zealand shows in support of their recently-released TALES OF THE YETI EP tonight! This is the bands first time performing in Aotearoa after having traversed more of Australia than most over the past 18 months.
The three shows take in Auckland (November 17), Christchurch (November 18) and Wellington (November 19). There are still tickets available,
so get in quick HERE!
To prepare you for these epic shows, we wanted to know what inspires the bands music. So we asked them if they got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums they couldn't live without?
Michèle Ducray
Wanaka-based dark-pop artist Michèle Ducray has today unveiled her latest single, 'Ace Of Spades', as well as announcing her debut EP, which is out on October 6. Michèle's music is slick, addictive and hook-laden; she's definitely an artist to keep on your radar!
In celebration of today's single release and anticipation of her upcoming EP, we wanted to know what inspires Michèle and her dark-pop sound. So we asked her if she got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
Sam Heselwood
Sam Heselwood is a name you're going to want to remember. The rugby player turned songwriter is having crazy-big success, with his latest single 'Home' been spun on popular NZ stations ZM and The Edge, and added to Spotify playlists New Music Friday AU&NZ, Chilled Hits, Get Popped!, Winter Chills, The Local List Aotearoa and Lazy Sunday. Phew that's a list!
We wanted to know what inspires Sam and his brilliant songwriting, so asked him if he got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums he couldn't live without?
The Transits
Aotearoa NZ-South African band The Transits have released their edgy new single and video ‘Renegade Hearts’, and we're so stoked this trio is back releasing music together again. Ryan Lunn (vocals, guitars, synths), Dom Antelme (vocals, bass) and Tyrone Smith (drums) make up The Transits; who have been making music together on and off since forming their first band 30 years ago as teenagers in Durban, South Africa.
With lots more to come from these guys, we wanted to know what inspires them (to prepare for the future releases of course). So we asked them if they got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums they couldn't live without?
PARK RD
Tāmaki Makaurau indie-rockers PARK RD are back, returning with their first new material in over a year with their new single ‘Ride’.
We wanted to know what inspires these guys, so we asked them if they got lost in space with a record player, what are 5 albums they couldn't live without? They didn't exactly tell us why they love these albums (so mysterious), so go have a listen to their new single and see if you can pick why they picked these albums!
Pacific Avenue
Australian rock darlings Pacific Avenue have delivered their heart-warming debut album FLOWERS, and it's everything we hoped it would be and more. 12 tracks of glorious sun-soaked Rock 'n Roll, with rollicking grooves all the way to classic ballads.
Geoff Ong
Geoff Ong is BACK with new music, and we couldn't be more excited! The Aotearoa pop artist has today released his catchy new single ‘Waiting On What To Say’, and the lyrics are oh-so-relatable, vulnerable, honest and authentic; wrapped up in a highly addictive musical pop package!
LOVETA
LOVETA is a name you're going to want to remember. Quickly rising in the Aotearoa music scene, this Ōtautahi-based artist released her debut EP MORE THAN FUN in 2022, which featured the single ‘All We Got’ - a track that reached #7 Hot 20 Singles Chart and #15 on the RadioScope Most Added.
She's just released a heartfelt new rock-ballad ‘Take It Slow’, and will be headlining a show at Christchurch’s 12 Bar on May 5 to celebrate the release!
Teenage Dads
Breakthrough Aussie indie rockers, Teenage Dads, have just released their highly anticipated EP MIDNIGHT DRIVING and it's wildly good. We're pumped in Aotearoa, because they're heading here this week to play in Auckland on Thursday April 13, Wellington on Friday April 14, and Christchurch on April 15.
Sabreen Islam
Emerging Bengali-New Zealand singer-songwriter Sabreen Islam released her dazzling and powerful debut EP ROOM SERVICE at the beginning of the month. We wanted to know what inspired the EP of 6 indie-pop gems, so asked her if she got lost in space with her record player, what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
10:32
London-based future-soul collective 10:32 have recently released their new single + video ‘Coffee Shop Girl’ and have just wrapped up their Aotearoa tour! All of this just after opening for Six60's sold-out show in London. Legends! While they were back in NZ for the tour, we asked the trio (Lyle, Rado & Bridget) if they all got lost in space, each with their record players, what are 5 albums they couldn't live without?
PRINS
Pop Princess PRINS dazzled us with her triumphant EP release last year, LIFE IS BETTER NOW. 2023 is already shaping up to be the year of PRINS, as she hints at even more new music to come with the stunning release of her single 'Something New.' We asked this pop powerhouse if she got lost in space with her record player, what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
Coast Arcade
Indie pop rock band Coast Arcade have just released their latest single 'Highest Heights' and it's a certified banger with unforgettable hooks! We asked the Auckland based 4-piece if they got lost in space with their record player, what are 5 albums they couldn't live without?
Jessica Leigh
Wellington based Jessica Leigh has recently released the upbeat, warm, synth heavy track 'my way' and we wanted to find out what inspired her! So, as we do here at Space Cadet, we asked her if she got lost in space, (and happened to have a record player - of course), what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
Doma Cyno
Wellington's Doma Cyno is an artist that deserves your full attention! His signature bedroom R&B sound is stacked with lush melodies, progressive production, and we love the vibe. Doma Cyno gave us the goss on if he got lost in space, (and happened to have a record player - of course), what are 5 albums he couldn't live without?
Lake South
Kiwi artist Lake South has been steadily releasing some seriously good music for a while now - most recent, a brand new video for his single 'Andrew & James (Seasons)'. We asked Lake South if he got lost in space, (and happened to have a record player - of course), what are 5 albums he couldn't live without?
Goodnight My Darling
Wellington based artist Goodnight My Darling (Maxine Macaulay) has been releasing some seriously gorgeous indie-rock music as of late. Best news? There's more on the way. We asked Goodnight My Darling if she got lost in space, (and happened to have a record player - of course), what are 5 albums she couldn't live without?
Jason Parker
Rising pop star Jason Parker is counting down to his debut EP (11 November), and we wanted to know a little more about his influences to aid in our excitement for the EP. We asked Jason if he got lost in space, (and happened to have a record player - of course), what are 5 albums he couldn't live without?
Wallace
Wellington’s Wallace has just released her highly-anticipated debut album AND OTHER COLOURS, and we wanted to know a little more about her influences and what inspires this incredible artist. We asked Wallace if she got lost in space, (and happened to have a record player), what are 5 albums she absolutely couldn't live without?