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New Zealand @ The Great Escape 2024: A Showcase of Musical Talent

The Great Escape Festival proudly presents “New Zealand @ The Great Escape 2024”. This exhilarating event will take place on Thursday, May 16th, from 12pm to 4pm at Patterns Downstairs in Brighton. It promises to be an unforgettable showcase featuring some of the finest musical talents hailing from the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand.
The lineup is nothing short of sensational, with four outstanding artists poised to captivate audiences with their unique styles and infectious energy.
Kylie Price: Leading the charge is the enchanting Kylie Price, whose music effortlessly blends heartfelt lyricism with irresistible melodies. Having made waves in her native New Zealand and beyond, Kylie’s journey has taken her from the serene landscapes of her homeland to the bustling music scene of London. With chart-topping hits and sold-out performances under her belt, Kylie is a force to be reckoned with, poised to leave an indelible mark on the global music stage.
Dartz: Prepare for a whirlwind of punk-infused energy with Dartz, the pub-punk sensations whose razor-sharp lyrics and infectious rhythms have earned them a devoted following. With their latest album soaring to the top of the charts, Dartz continue to delight audiences with their irreverent humor and unapologetic storytelling.
Tom Lark: Delve into the indie sensibilities of Tom Lark, the musical project of Shannon Fowler, whose sun-soaked melodies evoke a sense of wanderlust and introspection. With a penchant for crafting psychedelic folk anthems, Tom Lark invites listeners on a journey of self-discovery and sonic exploration.
Earth Tongue: Prepare to be transported to another dimension with Earth Tongue, the heavy psych rock duo whose thunderous riffs and hypnotic grooves will leave you spellbound. Hailed for their electrifying live performances and cult-like following, Earth Tongue are set to take the world by storm with their upcoming album and extensive tour schedule.
Presented by the New Zealand Music Commission, “New Zealand @ The Great Escape 2024” is more than just a music showcase—it’s a celebration of creativity, diversity, and the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Kiwi music at one of the most anticipated events of the year.
www.nzmusic.org.nz/
international@nzmusic.org.nz
www.greatescapefestival.com
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Kingdom Kome x RUEN see the “Cracks In The Foundation”

Hip-Hop Heavyweight Kingdom Kome has just dropped a new single (with accompanying video). “Cracks In the Foundation” (Produced by long-time collaborator RUEN) is a socially conscious dose of jazzy boom-bap. As the emcee states “I was driving through my old neighborhood in Miami and it really had me thinking of the current state of the world today. It got me in an introspective state and I made this message to the youth.”
Listen to “Cracks In The Foundation”: https://youtu.be/Nwp_07pDO6o?si=fb5RTd0wNDK7ZxxQ
Available via streaming platforms now, “Cracks In the Foundation” is the first leak from the Barrel Reserve LP fully produced by RUEN.
Less than a year after the last collaborative LP the duo dropped, Malbec 2 Kingdom Kome reveals “we never stop working on music together. A number of these tracks were recorded while we were preparing Malbec 2 but were better suited for a separate project.”
Following the high-end connoisseur angle, Barrel Reserve is expertly crafted boom-bap for the real hip-hop aficionado. This extends to the album’s guest list, which includes Supreme Cerebral, Recognize Ali, Che Uno, DJ Exes, AjaxLo, Camarah Walleed and Soarse Spoken.
Kingdom Kome is still promoting his other recent LP for 2025 Alchemy II Ein Sof, which was entirely produced by another long-time production collaborator Onaje Jordan (Hometeam).
Stream / Purchase Alchemy II: https://kingdomkome.bandcamp.com/album/alchemy-2-ein-sof
More Info:
https://www.instagram.com/kingdomkome
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