SAFETY RESOURCES
SOUNDCHECK AOTEAROA
A charitable trust organisation with a mission to foster a safe and inclusive culture for the Aotearoa New Zealand music community. We believe that action is needed to address inequitable representation, challenge systemic discrimination, and advance impactful change across the music community.
YOUTHLINE
Youthline is a “with youth, for youth” organisation that supports young people throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. We have been providing support to Kiwis aged between 12-24 years for more than 50 years.
OutLine Aotearoa
An all-ages Rainbow mental health organisation that provides support throughout Aotearoa to Takatāpui, MVPFAFF+ and Rainbow communities, their friends, whānau, and those questioning.
KNOW YOUR STUFF
We are a peer-led community organisation committed to harm reduction.
We are Aotearoa’s original provider of drug-checking services. We’ve been operating legally and with public funding since 2020.
New Zealand Drug Foundation
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SELECTED READINGS
Hot n’ Ready DJ Tips, Tricks, & Techniques
To spark creativity, help DJs of all levels, and remind everyone that DJing is about community, not exclusivity.
Sound Reinforcement Handbook
Comprehensive guide to operating sound systems and audio engineering concepts.
Legowelt
Internet's No.1 lifestyle opinionglossy for the modern Cyberpunk Electronic Music afficinado.
RA Art of DJing Interviews
A flagship editorial series that explores the craft of DJing through interviews with electronic music artists, delving into their techniques, philosophies, and experiences.
Ishkur's Guide to Electronic Music
An interactive online guide, created by Kenneth John Taylor (aka Ishkur).
Energy Flash A Journey Through Rave Music and Dance Culture
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organisations
MMF
Music Managers Forum Aotearoa is the collective voice for music managers and self-managed artists, both signed and independent.
NZ ON AIR funding
We fund public media content across various platforms, including television, radio, music, and digital media.
The New Zealand Music Commission
A government funded organisation that promotes music from New Zealand and supports the growth of New Zealand music businesses – both culturally and economically, at home and abroad.
Karangahape Road
List of bar, clubs, events, restaurants and business on Karangahape Road.
The New Mood
An electronic music database of wāhine, and gender minority DJ’s, MC’s & vocalists in Aotearoa. Our goal is to improve diversity and equality in the dance community by bringing together promoters, artists, and others who share our mission.
SOFTWARE
DIGITAL MUSIC STORES
NEWS & BLOGS
Resident Advisor
An online music magazine and community platform dedicated to showcasing electronic music, artists and events across the globe.
dj techtools
Website, community, and gear designer for DJs, offering news, tutorials, & reviews.
Dwellerforever blog
An electronic music festival platforming black electronic artists and this is the derivative blog, started in 2020, centering black perspectives.
Create Digital Music
Exploration of digital music, often offering tools for composing, recording, mixing, and collaborating on musical projects
