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30/11/2023

We sat down with local indie groover Muroki after releasing his latest tune, ‘Middle Ground’. Showing a more vulnerable side of the ‘Wavy’ singer, we chat about growth, long-distance love, and recording in Berlin. Buckle up. Link below

Words by Hannah Powell. Images Provided.

02/11/2023

Today we showcase A.J Manaaki Hope as part of our mini series highlighting local artists here in Pōneke. From painting, drawing, carving, and sculpture his practice spans across a lot of creative endeavors. Working out of the creative collective space Punaka, learn more about what inspires his art and projects that are in the works. Link below!

Images by Java Wilde.

16/10/2023

This is the start of the mini series highlighting local artists in Pōneke, first up is James Warrender a multidisciplinary artist who besides painting also runs a brand called Newlife Studios that aims to showcase local creatives in New Zealand and give them a platform. Click the link below to find out more!

Photography by Java Wilde.

09/08/2023

Today we yarn with Sam Hales, singer, songwriter, and producer of Australian indie-pop band The Jungle Giants. Fresh from their tour in Aotearoa New Zealand, we take a trip and travel across the ether to ask Sam about touring, recording, and all things in-between. Link below to find out more!

Words by Hannah Powell. Image by Jo Duck.

08/02/2023

The next stop on our festy tour is Twominds Festival a one-day a one-day house and techno party held in Ōtautahi. Hosted by the infamous music label Twominds, we had a yarn with founders Corban Tupou and Dan Stewart about what to expect for the first-time event. Click the link below to have a read and for a little surprise........

Words by Hannah Powell. Images provided.

04/02/2023

Tora Bombora was an absolute vibe and we were snapping pics all weekend long, take a look back at one dreamy weekend. Click the link below!

Tora Bombora 2023 through the eyes of Javi Wilde and Kenzie Pigman. Enjoy.

13/01/2023

It’s in our calendar every year and a date the crew always looks forward to. Located in the Wairarapa, Tora Bombora returns for its fifth year on the rugged coast. Featuring a line up with artists such as Trinity Roots, Mildlife and Hurricane Emily. We had a chat with KITA and Len Blake, as well as founder Louis Murphy-Harris, about what festival goers can expect. Prepare your tent poles and ear holes for a long weekend treat. Link below to have a read!

Words by Hannah Powell. Images by Java Katzur.

13/12/2022

We had a chat with music journalist and DJ Jess Fu. Following the release of the five-part video series Amplified, we talked to her about production, music, and being in conversation with five talented artists. Imugi 이무기 joins the discussion, too, sharing their side of the experience. Link below to have a read!

Words by Hannah Powell. Images by Apela Bell and Tom Denize.

04/10/2022

Badass DJ duo Kédu Carlö have recently released their second EP, ‘Alien Fempire’. We caught up with Carly and Jess to talk about Melbourne, an album, and the excitement of the EP release. Click below to have a read!

Words by Hannah Powell. Images by Jerome Warburton.

18/07/2022

Yo Vocal had a chat with Tamaki-Makaurau based DJ Aw B. Following her latest back-to-back event at 121, Emma Hall Philips shared her hopes and dreams for her new bi-monthly residency. Link below to have a read!!

Words by Hannah Powell. Images provided.

16/07/2022

Liam Stretch has a chat with Siobhan Sainte, who has just released Didn't Lie, a sexy, post-apocalyptic alternative electro-pop number, sure to have you feeling the deep emotions of the performer.

Head to www.yovocalmag.com/articles/sexy-post-apocalypse-siobhan-sainte for more.

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Siobhan styled by Plume

15/06/2022

We present to you ‘In conversation with Goodwill’ Hannah talked to Will about his song ‘Clinging Onto You’ and his musical journey. We hope you enjoy!

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14/06/2022

The team sat down with (the wonderful human in the middle) to talk about his song ‘Clinging Onto You’, his producing journey and the process of putting out work under his own name—all part of our new series ‘In conversation with’. The video will be live for you to enjoy tomorrow. Can’t wait to share this one with you!

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16/05/2022

It’s always such a pleasure to talk to some incredibly talented artists, and for our fourth issue, Alex Hallifax sat down with MELODOWNZ. Trust us when we say this six-page spread is not to be missed.

“I met Bronson late one night in Tāmaki Makaurau. I could sense his softness through the way he spoke about his loved ones, community, and his connection with rap music. He was so obviously a truth-seeker, and truth-seekers make for the best kōrero because their actions and words uncover something below the surface. When we met, there was no need to waste time on small talk; Bronson was happy to get right to it. Look, and you shall find the beauty of this man’s humble soul.”

Grab yourself a copy to read the rest - link below!

https://www.yovocalmag.com/shop/yo-vocal-issue-four

26/04/2022

Hannah Powell had a chat with indie artist Judah Kelley. Off the release of her third single, they talked ‘Apathy’, Auckland, and how she got into music! A very talented wahine, link below to go check it out!

Words by Hannah Powell. Images by Cam Hay.

07/04/2022

Gotta love a team huddle! We had such an amazing time at Tora Bombora and it was a real pleasure to yarn with Troy Kingi. If you haven’t yet go check out our interview, link below ❤️‍
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkhnTaFGZ3A

04/04/2022

Our interview with Troy Kingi at Tora Bombora is now live on YouTube! A huge thank you to everyone involved, we’re so excited to finally share this one with you guys!! Link below - enjoy!

At Tora Bombora, we sat down with Troy Kingi, the headline act for this year's Tora Bombora festival. We talked to him about his journey as an artist and his...

03/04/2022

We’ve got a special video coming your way tomorrow. As part of our time at Tora Bombora, we were lucky enough to have a kōrero with Troy Kingi leading up to his performance. We talked about his album and his journey as an artist. We can’t wait to share this one with you. The video will be live on YouTube tomorrow at 7pm!!

06/03/2022

Thank you so much for all the love on our fourth issue. It really means a lot to the whole Yo Vocal team! So much mahi and aroha went into this issue - a big thank you to everyone who contributed or featured; you guys make this mag what it is!

96 pages of juicy content could be all yours! Get your copy either in-store or online - link below 🔥

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03/03/2022

Yo Vocal Issue Four is OUT NOW!!! Go grab yourself a copy - follow the link below!

Yo Vocal Issue Four In 96 pages of beautiful content, over 30 people have contributed or are featured within this issue. Alongside supporting young writers, 20% of the profits from the sale of this magazine will be donated to our chosen charity, The Sustainable Coastlines Charitable Trust. We’ve t

28/02/2022

The secret’s out!! Yo Vocal Issue four will be all yours this Thursday at 6pm; you’ll be able to get yourself a copy online or in select stores across the country! 🤠

Cover image taken by Geoffery Matautia
New logo design by Mia Walsh

27/02/2022

We’re so excited to finally announce that our fourth issue will be all yours March 3rd! We’re so proud of all the mahi we’ve put into this issue and the talented people we were able to connect with. It’s been a long time in the making and we’re stoked to finally get to share it with you!

We’ve themed each issue in the past, but this year, we decided not to analyse the content and instead let whatever came up find a home within these pages. At the end of the day, sharing stories of life on earth is our kaupapa.

Thank you guys for all your support, and we hope you will love this next issue as much as we do!

16/02/2022

Tora Bombora has always had a special place in our hearts. We’re starting off our Tora content with some portraits by Kenzie Pigman. Kenzie went around and took portraits of people in their vans and tents - places we called home for two days while dancing on the stunning Tora coastline. Go check them out, link below!

This year, we decided to focus on the beautiful people who attended Tora Bombora. Kenzie Pigman went around and took portraits of people in their vans and tents –places we called home for two days on the stunning Tora coastline.

14/02/2022

Hannah Powell had a chat with Josh Mehrtens, lead singer of Aotearoa band Mild Orange. A few weeks prior to their release, they unpacked the music, meaning and lyrics from their third studio album, ‘Looking For Space’ which hit the airwaves last Friday. Prepare to play this album on repeat (we already have). Link below to have a read! 💛

Words by Hannah Powell. Images by Kenzie Pigman and Cam Hay.

10/02/2022

Lots of beautiful moments and people from Nest Fest NZ captured on film by Frankie Finnigan are now available for you to enjoy! Click the link below🤠

Images taken by Java Katzur and Frankie Finnigan.

09/02/2022

We take a look at this year’s Nest Fest NZ through the eyes of Alex Hallifax. No doubt about it, Nest Fest really stepped it up this year! It was a pleasure to go experience the magic. Link below to have a read!

Words by Alex Hallifax. Images by Java Katzur and Frankie Finnigan.

08/02/2022

We’re finally ready to share with you the images and article from Nest Fest NZ, all starting tomorrow! See you then 🤠

20/01/2022

In the lead-up to the fourth Tora Bombora, we caught up with two longstanding players: Toby Leman and Ben Stewart. Having played in the line-up each year, you may have seen them on stage with HUMMUCIDE, Dr Reknaw or Half Cast. This year, you’ll find them on the sax (Toby) or tickling the keys (Ben) with bands The Gallery and Revulva. We had a chat to hear them reminisce on the last three festivals. Link below to have a read.

Words by Hannah Powell. Images by Fran Scrimgeour.