Puoro o Pōneke - Wellington Music
This page honours Wellington's musical history, providing access to our CD collection and acting as a hub for local bands and musicians sharing their music digitally.
From the Wellington Orchestra Society in 1879 to today's ‘Homegrown’ festival, music has shaped the city’s cultural landscape. The sound of Wellington blends roots rock, jazz, reggae, and diverse influences, creating a collective scene where musicians collaborate across genres. Explore the vibrant, evolving story of Wellington’s music.
Wellington Music: music@wcl.govt.nz
Recent posts
See allNew releases and exclusive interviews with the Wellington musicians who make our city’s music scene vibrant and diverse.
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Wellington Music: Feature Interview - Hannah Virk
We interview Pōneke based artist Hannah Virk about her music & new album 'Pocket Clocks'. -
Wellington Music: New Album - Hobnail
We interview Pōneke band, Hobnail about their new album. -
Wellington Music: New E.P - B.A.D.S
We interview Pōneke band, B.A.D.S about their new E.P.
Recent stories
- Musician Interview: Lake South
- Wellington Music: Feature Interview - In The Shallows
- Wellington Music: The Eighth Note - Dónal Gunning
- NZMM Interview: Burn My Shadow & ‘Burn My Records’ label
- Wellington Music: The Eighth Note - Dreams of the Damned
- Wellington Music: The Eighth Note - Side Eye
- Wellington Music: The Eighth Note - Don and The Divorcees
Music Equipment
Need a PA system or recording equipment? Explore our Music Equipment collection.
Related pages
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Portable CD Players
Borrow portable CD players to enjoy your favorite music on-the-go. -
Recent music stories
Stay updated on fresh music arrivals, album highlights, and recommendations from a variety of genres in our collection.