PC21 is the proposal to change the rules around after-hours noise in Ōtautahi. Newzician supports this, and Sam Elliott explains why.

Heavy, gritty and sometimes disturbing, Ōtepoti duo Night Lunch blend their gothic-industrial sound with humour and catchy lyrics that worm right into your brain. Their unique sound is a result of their unique structure: two Liam’s – one on drums, and one on vocals and a homemade instrument called a diddly bow, which sounds like the combination of an ultra-distorted guitar and bass. The group have been a mainstay of the Ōtepoti scene for some time, with the success of 2021’s ‘House Full of Shit’ becoming a huge hit on the Student Radio Network charts furthering their local reach. The group recently completed a whirlwind tour of China, facilitated by Kristen Ng of Kiwese — a huge expansion of their musical force. Liam Hoffman documented their journey, taking us along with them, exploring new cultures and the unique Chinese underground music scene.

“Live At The Void” is a DIY concert film, set in the ‘void’ between Mount Albert and Mount Roskill. The gig was planned under the guise of a 21st flat party for local promoter Liam Hansen, but as the idea evolved, the void was filled by the creative ambitions of Tāmaki Makaurau’s thriving DIY music scene. The film features performances from local acts Neither Do I, Park Flyers, CCTV, and 花溪 Flowerstream and will premiere at Dominion Road’s Capitol Cinema on Monday, 27 April. Ahead of the ANZAC Day release, I spoke to producer and promoter Liam Hansen and Director Corey Fuimaono about what it takes to take a living room to the big screen.

Dan Hodges takes his first step with a solo project, and catches up with Sam Elliott to talk about the process around the first single.