Along with the rebuilding of inner city Christchurch, the music scene has also been on the up and the Merchants are riding a wave of reggae revival in the Canterbury region.

Having established a solid fan base in Christchurch our next step is to take our music to the wider New Zealand, no mean feat considering the task of managing the eight members!

Before we set off on tour we have a single, or two, in the mix to be produced and released with a music video accompany it if possible. The actual song to be recorded is yet to be decided, though we have had a number of requests for recording!

Having had a taste of being a part of events such as The Raggamuffin Roadtrip, we would love nothing more than to continue being a part these events. So the best thing we can do is to keep on keeping on, ensuring our sound grows and we continue to give the people positive vibrations.

Coming up in the immediate future is the chance for the Merchants to share the stage with Katchafire who will be in full swing of their nationwide tour. Opportunities such as these are not to be taken lightly so we'll be going hard at practices making sure we uphold the mana of Otautahi reggae and consolidate our position as one the up-and-coming Kiwi reggae bands who should be on everyone's watchlist!

The Merchants of Flow are Kp (vocals, guitar), Tihi (vocals, keyboards), Lenny (vocals), Marcus (lead vocals), Tahu (alto saxophone), C (bass), James (tenor saxophone) and H (drums).

Website Links

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At muzic.net.nz bands and musicians are important to us, as they create the foundation of our website. As a result, we've created a wide range of options for bands and musicians, including: 

MUSICIAN PAGES

Muzic.net.nz has one of the most extensive databases of New Zealand bands and musicians on the internet, with over 2,600 listings.

Artist Pages can include

Biography with photo
Discography
Website links
Upcoming gigs
Lyrics
Genre, Record Labels and Location
Photo galleries
MP3s and videos
Chart placings
Reviews and interviews
Comments 

We also have a range of easy to use online tools to allow you to keep your page up to date. Artists currently listed on muzic.net.nz who have access to update their information include Minuit, The Rabble, Sola Rosa, Midnight Youth, Kimbra, Bleeders and In Dread Response.

All listings are provided for free and are automatically listed on major search engines. If you don't have an artist page, you only need to complete our add artist form.

More information about filling out our add artist form can be found here.

NEWSLETTER FEATURES

The muzic.net.nz fortnightly newsletter is a popular, member’s only service. Over 8,500 members currently receive our newsletter, and this number grows every day. A feature in our newsletter is a brilliant way to promote yourself or your band.

If you are interested in a muzic.net.nz newsletter feature, email [email protected] for more details.

GIG GUIDE LISTINGS and GIG GUIDE MAIL OUTS

Muzic.net.nz is home to one of New Zealand's largest online gig guides. Our gig guide offers fast and free listings whether you're performing for one night only, or completing a 20 venue tour.

Gigs are also e-mailed to members subscribed to our fortnightly gig guide mail out. If you want to further promote your tour we can also include a poster in this mail out.

You can also e-mail your press releases and any available tour posters to [email protected] and we’ll add your press release to our gig guide news.

To add gigs or tours, you can either complete our add gig form or email [email protected] with all the details.

Press Releases announcing gigs or tours can also be added to our very popular gig guide forum. 

TOUR FEATURES

If you're heading out on tour, we can hook you up with a featured listing, giving you maximum exposure. Tour features appear on the front page of our gig guide and give a complete run-down on whatever your offering. You decide what you want to put in it (press releases, tour posters, publicity photos etc), and we'll create your tour feature for you.

Links to tour features are also added to our Facebook page and included in every newsletter and gig guide mail out going out before the end of your tour.

Check out our current tour features for Concord Dawn and Home Brew:

Every feature we have ever had on muzic.net.nz can be viewed here
E-mail [email protected] to discuss having a tour feature created. 

REVIEWS and INTERVIEWS

Thanks to our team of volunteers located around the country, we can arrange for your CDs (including online versions) and gigs to be reviewed. In some cases we can also interview you.

We're also happy to provide copies of any reviews completed for use in your own marketing. Email [email protected] to arrange a review.

ADVERTISING

We offer advertising for very competitive rates. Send an email to [email protected] if you would like to discuss advertising on muzic.net.nz. 

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APRA Silver Scroll Awards Top 20 Announced

Leading up to the major night of the year for the songwriters of New Zealand, APRA are excited to announce the stellar list of songs that have made the Top 20 for the 47^th APRA Silver Scroll Award:

Full Article

National Country Music Awards - Hamilton 2012

The 2012 National Country Music Awards (NCMA) will see the cream of New Zealand country music strumming their way to Hamilton’s Founders Theatre on Saturday 11 August.

NCMAis the most prestigious event on NZ’s country music calendar and will feature performances from Kiwi country music legends Tom Sharplin, Jenny Blackadder, Joy Adams, Australian guest artist Andrew Redford plus new stars and 2012 Horizon Nominees Kylie Price, Matt McNeilly, Jody Direen.

The 2012 NZ Country Music Nominees are

Female Artists of the Year – Kylie Austin, Aly Cook, Katie Thompson

Male Artists of the Year - Craig Adams, Eddie Low, Trevor Stevens

Music Group/Duo of the Year - Kylie Austin & Trevor Stevens, The Coalrangers, The Heartleys

NZ Horizon Award*- Kylie Price, Jody Direen, Matt McNeilly

*The NZ Horizon Award winner will have the added distinction of performing at the Global Artist Showcase (part of the CMA Music Festival in Nashville).

Full Article

Satellite Media and The Edge at Number One

Satellite Media has developed the mobile app for The Edge, which is currently sitting at number one in the Apple App Store only one day after its release.

‘The Edge – Turn it Up App’ is a free download available from the Apple App Store now, and available on Google Play for Android from July 23.

Partnering with MediaWorks and NZ on Air, Satellite Media developed the app to allow The Edge listeners to enjoy the full Edge experience wherever they are.

“The Edge new mobile app is everything our listeners want, but right at their fingertips”, says Emily Hancox, The Edge Marketing Manager.

Full Article

Warner Music NZ Is Proud To Announce The Signing of Janine And The Mixtape

Janine and the Mixtape has gained critical acclaim in New Zealand after the release of her successful debut single, ‘Bullets’. And now the 22-year-old singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist, has been signed to Warner Music New Zealand with her debut EP to be released in August.

Combining 90’s hip-hop beats, R’n’B vocals and intricate synths with soul-baring lyrics; Janine’s sound focuses on her voice, the beat, and lyrical honesty - which is at the heart of every track.

Having spent her whole life devoted to music, Janine (who used to sneak into bars from the age of 14 to play open-mic nights) completed a Bachelor of Music at the University of Auckland in 2010 and also went on to win the University’s singer/songwriter of the year award later that year.

Full Article

New Releases, Tour and Gig Announcements

Regina Spektor returns to NZ to wow us once again!

Burning Love NZ Show

Weezer To Tour New Zealand For The First Time In Sixteen Years

Concord Dawn Announces Special Guests

Jamie McDell playing FREE all age shows at Amazon stores!

The Postures - North Island Tour August 2012

Nightchoir ‘See The First Star’ Album Release and Tour

A Day On The Green NZ Announcement

Owl City Returns To New Zealand In November

New Look and Line-up - Feast Gisborne

Rhythm And Vines Second Annual ‘Soundcheck’ Event

Geoff Ong Implications’ Music Video and Single Release

Other NZ Music News
Gig and Tour News
Artist News

New Artists

The following musicians have been added to the muzic.net.nz website during the last fortnight:

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Reviews and Tomorrow People Interview

Check out our latest reviews at the links below:

Gatherer - So Be It Album Review

Ladyhawke - Anxiety Album Review

Concord Dawn - Air Chrysalis Album Review

Emma interviewed Tomorrow People for the site. You can read Emma's interview here.

You can check out every single interview and review in our Articles Page.

Tour Features

Every feature we have ever had on the site can be viewed here

The next muzic.net.nz newsletter is going out on Sunday 29 July!

Feature space is available in our newsletters from 29 July!

Any and all NZ bands and musicians can feature in our newsletters...
...even if you featured in a previous year.
You can choose any newsletter date which suits you.

We can also feature record labels, venues, music stores, music websites and anything else that has something to do with NZ music!

If you would like to feature in a muzic.net.nz newsletter, contact Lisa for further details.

Muzic.net.nz newsletters are sent out to over 8600 members!
With this number growing every day, featuring in our newsletter is an excellent promotional tool.

Our newsletter archives are one of the most accessed areas on the site.

If you would like to advertise anything to do with NZ music in our newsletter and/or gig mail out, email Lisa.
It is 100% FREE to feature or advertise in our newsletter and gig mail outs!

The next muzic.net.nz gig mail out is going out on Sunday 22 July.

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