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Definition of coup de main : an attack that achieves complete surprise.

Clairo releases 'Sexy To Someone' music video.

Capping off a wonderful 'Charm'-filled year, Clairo has today shared a music video for 'Sexy To Someone'.

"silly video we made in May

Thanks to Leon Michels for bringing out his world famous Yeti costume !

thanks to everyone who supported our record this year. cannot believe we are grammy nominated ! much love and appreciation for all of you"

Watch the 'Sexy To Someone' music video below...

A 'Solo Leveling -Reawakening-' appreciation post.

Featuring a recap of the first season, plus an exclusive look at the second season, 'Solo Leveling -Reawakening-' will hit New Zealand cinemas on December 5, 2024. 

Here's five reasons why we think you should check it out... 

#1. A cinematic fan experience, it's a recap of the first season of the anime sensation 'Solo Leveling' - and the film will be available in both Japanese with English subtitles and English dubbed.

Alisa Xayalith shares new song 'Ordinary Love'.

Alisa Xayalith has shared a new song 'Ordinary Love' from a forthcoming project. Alongside the track, Xayalith also shared a video filmed in Phoenix, Arizona. 

She shares on the track: "‘Ordinary love’ feels like my own kind of coming of age story. The unfolding of something very real and feeling confused by how uncomplicated it can be when I’ve mostly known and lived the opposite.”

Made with the support of NZ On Air. 

Listen to 'Ordinary Love' below... 

Introducing: Beau and their sophomore album 'Girl Cried Wolf'.

Beau consists of duo Heather Goldin and Emma Jenney who became attached at the hip in their early years exploring teenage-hood and growing up in New York by each other's sides. The band's recently released sophomore album 'Girl Cried Wolf' sends a message to the listener of metamorphosis and reflection on the past.

We caught up via email with Heather about the new record, advice to her younger self, and helping people feel good...

Lana Del Rey announces new album 'The Right Person Will Stay'.

Lana Del Rey has announced a new album, 'The Right Person Will Stay', out next year on May 21st.

About the new album, Lana says:

"so grateful that my 13 tracks came together with my beautiful work between Luke, Jack, Zach and Drew Erickson amongst others. Happy for you to hear a few songs coming up before Stagecoach 🚴 🧣 starting with Henry.
Love Always"

Here's 5 artists you need to see live at Laneway Festival 2025.

Laneway Festival is right around the corner, and we're so excited to get to attend our favourite festival next year at Western Springs featuring some of our favourite artists ever. 

Tickets to Laneway 2025 are on sale now - head here to grab yours.

Before you start making your lists of who you want to check out at the festival, we've rounded up five artists that we think you should start adding to your playlists now...

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