Tearaway Magazine

03/07/2024

We are so stoked to be premiering the music video for Lehali's latest song today ~ Company feat Lepani 🌊 💙

We are excited to be premiering the latest music video from Kirikiriroa-based artist Lehali. Check it out and read on for our chat with her.

21/06/2024

We caught up with two-time Smokefree Rockquest winner and Play It Strange finalist, Ella Pollett Music to chat about her new music, inspirations and wanting to collaborate with SIX60 🎤

Following the release of her sixth single, Blue, we caught up with two-time Smokefree Rockquest winner and Play It Strange finalist, Ella Pollett to talk about her music, being inspired by performing at Rod Stewart’s concert, wanting to collaborate with Six60 and what she hopes is next on the hori...

21/06/2024

Each week at Tearaway, we track down the best new music releases from NZ and beyond. This week we have new releases from Sheppard, Avril Lavigne, Foley Music, Rita Mae Music, Kehlani and Gracie Abrams.

In this week's music haul we have new releases from Sheppard, Avril Lavigne, Foley, Rita Mae, Kehlani and Gracie Abrams.

14/06/2024

We sat down to have a chat with Lilly Carron about her journey into the music industry as a young New Zealand artist looking to make a break into the wider industry, and the influences behind her creative process following the release of her recent EP And The Clouds Came Undone.

14/06/2024

Each week at Tearaway, we track down the best new music releases from NZ and beyond. This week we have new releases from Blake, Jensen McRae, Julius Black, BAYNK, Normani, Lee Stuart and Toro y Moi.

This week we have new releases from Blake, Jensen McRae, Julius Black, BAYNK, Normani, Lee Stuart and Toro y Moi.

05/06/2024

Thanks to our friends at OneTree House, we have 2 copies of YA novel Gracehopper by Mandy Hager to giveaway! 📚 Enter on our website: https://tearaway.co.nz/win-gracehopper/

02/06/2024

We find the best new music releases every week here at Tearaway, sharing tracks from Aotearoa acts and beyond to brighten your day! This week we have new releases from Nathan Haines, Grecco Romank, Maya Hawke, NewJeans, ZOË VERA and The Response.

This week we have new releases from Nathan Haines, Grecco Romank, Maya Hawke, NewJeans, Zoe Vera and The Response.

30/05/2024

The Aotearoa Music Awards is the annual showcase event for the music industry, celebrating artists and music from Aotearoa.

Jack Mensah was there to capture the action of the red carpet, and Tui winners.

The Aotearoa Music Awards is the annual showcase event for the music industry, celebrating artists and music from Aotearoa.

📷 Jack Mensah

30/05/2024

23/05/2024

This year's World Vision 40 Hour Challenge is just around the corner (from 21st to 23rd of June) so we caught up with a few of this year’s Youth Ambassadors Jade, Taine, Paige and Nora to get the low down!

This year’s World Vision 40 Hour Challenge is just around the corner so we caught up with a few of this year’s Youth Ambassadors.

10/05/2024

Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from CHAII, Holly Herndon, Sheppard, Daniel Seavey, GROUPLOVE and Aro.

In This Friday's music haul we share new music from CHAII, Holly Herndon, Sheppard, Daniel Seavey, GROUPLOVE and Aro.

04/05/2024

Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from My Cosmic Girl, Dua Lipa, Averie, Willow Smith, Rita Mae Music and Jeline.

BY DANICA BRYANT Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from My Cosmic Girl, Dua Lipa, Averie, Willow, Rita Mae and Jeline. My Cosmic Girl – Help It My Cosmic Girl’s groovy country folk sound shines on their latest sing...

30/04/2024

Another Maverick Jam!

"As time is slipping away like sand between my fingertips, I’ve put together a list of songs that encompass the messy and the beautiful, the simple and the complicated, and the overall strange feeling that is getting older." - Vik

As time is slipping away like sand between my fingertips, VIk has put together a list of songs that encompass getting older.

29/04/2024

We are excited to be premiering the latest music video from Manila-born, Tāmaki Makaurau-based artist Ms. Mia, for her single 'Going for the Kill'!

We are excited to be premiering the latest music video from Manila-born, Tāmaki Makaurau-based artist Ms. Mia.

28/04/2024

Have you seen our music haul this week? We've got the latest from Foley Music, Luke Hemmings, Amy Shark, Chores & Indyah, Jess Glynne and Laufey.

This Friday we share new music from Foley, Luke Hemmings, Amy Shark, Chores & Indyah, Jess Glynne and Laufey.

23/04/2024

Our in-house Swifty Selah, takes a deep dive into 'Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me' and looks at how the lyrics are fitting for someone facing illness and navigating the healthcare system.

BY SELAH RITCHIE Track 10 on The Tortured Poets Department, Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me reminds me of the battle people with AVC’s (Abdominal Vascular Compressions Syndrome) (or any person with a rare illness) face with the medical system on so many levels. I completely understand that’s not...

20/04/2024

Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from Taylor Swift, Aro, JessB, Casual Healing, Victoria Justice, Pearl Jam and Maggie Lindemann.

In this Friday's music haul we share new music from Taylor Swift, Aro, JessB, Casual Healing, Victoria Justice and Pearl Jam

19/04/2024

Selah gives the new Taylor Swift album a first listen and shares her initial thoughts.

Have you listened yet? What do you think?

Selah gives the new Taylor Swift album a first listen, and shares her initial thoughts.

13/04/2024

Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from Sabrina Carpenter, Jason Parker, girl in red, Steffany Beck Music, Lil Nas X, Rainbow Kitten Surprise and Olivia Rodrigo.

This Friday we share new music from Sabrina Carpenter, Jason Parker, Girl in Red, Steffany Beck, Lil Nas X and Rainbow Kitten Surprise.

13/04/2024

We recently headed along to catch PRINS in Christchurch (check out our photos on the website!). We caught up with her to chat about the show, her project, and what’s on the horizon.

We caught up with PRINS to chat about her recent Christchurch show, her project, and what's on the horizon.

06/04/2024

Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from Conan Gray, Last Dinosaurs, Niall Horan, Khalid, Sweet Mix Kids, Missy Higgins, TK Paradza and Where’s Jai

This music haul features new music from Conan Gray, Last Dinosaurs, Niall Horan, Khalid, Sweet Mix Kids, Missy Higgins, TK Paradza and Where's Jai.

03/04/2024

Lucy Gray is an up-and-coming artist from Christchurch. We caught up about her recent single, her music inspiration and what’s coming up next.

We caught up with Lucy Gray to chat about her recent single, her music inspiration and what’s coming up next.

01/04/2024

2024 emerges as a potentially pivotal election year globally, with 64 countries and the European Union taking part in electoral processes. Tessa Webb looks at what's happening across the world, and how it could effect domestic politics and foreign policy.

2024 emerges as a potentially pivotal election year for the rest of the world, with 64 countries poised to partake in the electoral process.

31/03/2024

Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from Beyoncé, Just Janie, Emma Dilemma, Written By Wolves, Camila Cabello and Lorde.

BY DANICA BRYANT Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from Beyonce, Just Janie, Emma Dilemma, Written by Wolves, Camilla Cabello and Lord. Beyonce – Cowboy Carter Beyonce’s journey into country and folk Cowboy Carter ...

27/03/2024

WOW! Another fabulous year at ASB Polyfest in Tāmaki Makaurau. A huge thank you to Chris Traill Photography who captured the festival so beautifully, for the 33rd time! What a legend.

We've tried to caption the photos with each school group where possible, please feel free to share around and tag anyone you recognise! We'd love all the performers to be able to see their photos.

Nga Puna O Waiorea Edgewater College Baradene College of the Sacred Heart Alfriston College Avondale College Epsom Girls' Grammar School Mahurangi College Marcellin College Massey High School Papatoetoe High School Waitakere College Tangaroa College St Cuthbert's College Whangaparaoa College Orewa College One Tree Hill College Auckland Girls' Grammar School Wesley College Aorere College Botany Downs Secondary College Kelston Boys' High School Rutherford College

Another fabulous year at ASB Polyfest in Tāmaki Makaurau.

📷 Christ Traill

23/03/2024

We sat down with Jedi, a 17-year old singer and songwriter based in Tāmaki Makaurau, to talk about the release of his newest single CHANGED and navigating his journey in the music industry as a young, independent artist.

We sat down with Jedi, a 17-year old singer and songwriter based in Tāmaki Makaurau, to talk about the release of his newest single CHANGED.

23/03/2024

Fresh off the Ones To Watch stage, we caught up with pop-punk trio Mayan to chat about their music, forming as a band, their writing process, advice for fellow up-and-coming musicians and what’s up next for them. The dynamic trio is made up of Jeremiah Fale (HALES), Tivoli Levi, and Elijah McPherson.

Fresh off the Ones To Watch stage, we caught up with pop-punk trio Mayjun to chat about their music, forming as a band, their writing process, advice for fellow up-and-coming musicians and what’s up next for them. The dynamic trio is made up of Jeremiah Fale (HALES), Tivoli Levi, and Elijah McPher...

23/03/2024

Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from FLETCHER, The Veronicas, Benson Boone, Kaylee Bell, Bradley Simpson and Wallows.

In this Friday's Music Haul we share new music from Fletcher, The Veronicas, Benson Boone, Kaylee Bell, Brad Simpson and Wallows.

28/07/2023

The Tearaway Weekly Music Haul is here! Each week we round up the latest releases from local and international musicians – this Friday we share new music from Tawaz, Emily Alice, Ice Spice, Thomas Powers. Mitski, will.i.am, Britney and Bird Machine ✨

This Friday we share new music from Mitski, Britney Spears, will.i.am, Tawaz, Bird Machine, Emily Alice, Ice Spice and Thomas Powers.