Independent Music New Zealand (IMNZ) is proud to announce the winner of the prestigious 2025 Taite Music Prize at an exclusive ceremony held at the Q Theatre in Tāmaki Makaurau. Congratulations to our MMF managed artists MOKOTRON, winner of the Taite Music Prize, and Byllie-Jean, winner of Best Independent Debut.

A driving pop-rock anthem with indie twists and turns, ‘Buzz’ narrates the thrill of getting ready ahead of a night out.

The Auckland pop-punk band are making a splash with their fresh music video out Good Friday, made with the support of NZ On Air. "It looks like we're working overtime when we should be at the pool," lead vocalist President Ruby (Jade Lewis) says.

Americana artist Jackie Bristow continues to unearth treasures from her Sydney Days series with the release of “When You’re Near Me,” available on all streaming platforms

Rising artist TîMMY is set to release his highly anticipated single, "SCARED" on April 18 the lead track from his upcoming EP, "The Source", out July 4.

New Zealand born and Melbourne based award-winning artist Jenny Mitchell is excited to unveil plans for the release of her fourth album ‘Forest House’ scheduled for May 16, featuring her new single ‘Heart Like A House’, out now.

This is a 45 minute multi- camera documentation of a solo show written for TAHI Festival and performed at BATS Theatre in Wellington. An historical piece dealing with McBoyle's back story, the myths and facts about Pirates, and the cold harsh reality of days of old.

Hailing from Ōtautahi Christchurch, Thursday Collective is a group of 17 young songwriters between the ages of 18-25 who are passionate about Jesus and proclaiming the Word of God. Their unique individual backgrounds and creative minds bring a fresh flavour to the Christian/Gospel music scene.