Wellington rock band John, If You're Out There are playing tunes off of their new album "But Now I'm Happy" live in Palmerston North with local psychedelic improv act Deep Traveller

Tickets will go on sale through Under The Rada

“Wow, you guys gave me so much energy” - MJ Lenderman, 2024

“Menzies are a ripple of sonic energy” - Under the Radar, 2024

Menzies ‘Spaghetti Land’ EP Release Tour + Persimmon + Pining Radiata

The Stomach - Te Papaioea | Friday 19th July, 2024

Menzies are known for their arresting live performances. Off the back of their debut EP, ‘Spaghetti Land’, Menzies, post-punk Te Whanganui-a-Tara four-piece, tour Te Ika-a-Māui this July. Menzies’ live show spans rip-snorting crunching guitars, to gentle heartfelt ruminations on childhood.

They’re not a band to miss live.

Support from Persimmon:

Te Papaioea's own jangle-pop darlings, Persimmon draw from the contemporary garage pop scene to produce catchy indie pop songs characterised by Kiwi accents, slice-of-life lyrics, harmonies, and crisp, clean guitars.

Support from Pining Radiata:

Sensual-yearning, noise-rockers, Pining Radiata bring smiles and a bloody good time.

$10 Unwaged

$15 Waged

Buy tickets here:

https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/.../Menzies-EP-Release.utr

een to put on your first gig but don’t know where to start?

Want to come to an epic all-ages show for free?

Gig Starters presents: a free hui and all-ages event!

GIG STARTERS: Papaioea Palmerston North

🗓️ 10th July 2024 | 4:00PM

📍 The Stomach | 84 Lombard Street, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North 4410

🎫 FREE | RSVP 🔗 https://airtable.com/appPM3AHTZ1oWWenW/shrTapFOxWukncny3

Gig Starters is an initiative run by the NZ Music Commission to inspire and upskill new gig promoters to put on gigs of their own all around Aotearoa.

This NZ Music Month, Gig Starters is hosting a panel of knowledgeable music industry professionals and taking a deep dive into the ins and outs of running a successful gig! After our hui we’ll have some kai and get into an interactive soundcheck, making sure everything is ready to go for the free All-Ages gig featuring local artists!

🗣️ 4:00PM: An interactive hui with a panel of industry professionals led by our fantastic facilitator.

🎛️ 6.30PM: Be part of an interactive soundcheck where the event’s audio engineer will cover the ins and outs of a live production.

🎤 7.30PM: Gigging time! We welcome two amazing artists to the stage and open the doors for an epic all-ages event.

Guest speakers and artists to be announced soon!

This event has been made possible with help from the NZ Music Commission and APRA AMCOS

Join us for a special Matariki weekend celebration with our friend Distracted from Tāmaki Makaurau!

Get ready for a night of unique and captivating sounds as Distracted brings their solo Strange queer emotional punky hardcore vibe to the stage, using tapeloops and synths to create an unforgettable experience.

They'll be joined by our talented local acts, Step Dog and Just George, making this a night you won't want to miss.

Date: June 29th

Time: 8:00 PM

Entry: $15 on the door

🌟

Soundscape Management presents Wellington Bands MERRIN and Crying Club, along with Palmerston North locals Bad Schematics

After recently losing a well loved and respected band member and friend Karl, Merrin will be back on stage along with a special guest to join them in their rhythm section in his honour.

It will be a pleasure for Merrin to share the stage with Crying Club and Bad Schematics for what is set to be a loud and fun night

🏁 join us at your local beet-wix CRYathlon™ ! open to all creatures of all ages. 🏁

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organisms of all dancing abilities crawl, wriggle, and slither their way to venues all around Aotearoa, to hear new and fun experimental pop tunes. 🪱🪱🪱

the Te Papaioea/Palmerston North round of the cryathlon will take place at The Stomach, and is sponsored by showponi and Synthetic Children.

🐌 entry requirements include $15 for waged participants and $10 for unwaged participants + posessing insectile vestige(s) of some kind and having at least snail level standards (no slugs allowed). 🐌

tickets are retrievable through UnderTheRadar + at the door on the night.

let’s get out and active. Go on “Give it a CRY!”

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https://www.instagram.com/beetwix4breakfast/

https://www.instagram.com/showponi__/

https://www.instagram.com/syntheticchildren/

TICKETS: $15 + BOOKING FEE

DOOR SALES: $20

Palmy, we are back! We’ll be churning tunes at The Stomach alongside a bumper lineup featuring Masterton’s very own Jeff and the Angry Stick, Battle of the Bands 2023 winners The Dead Zephyrs, as well as local Manawatu heroes Kokoa Nashi. This is a night that will be sure to have something for everyone, so come get your groove on!

🎶Celebrate NZ Music Month in style at The Stomach on May 31st! 🎶

Dive into the heart of local talent with an electrifying night featuring the debut performances of Otaki's finest - Dragon Scales and Intercite, ready to set the stage ablaze with their fresh vibes and fiery passion. But that's not all! The evening will also showcase Fairlight Choir and the adventurous sounds of Side Quest, local legends who promise to captivate your soul and move your feet.

🔥 Dragon Scales

🌌 Intercite

🎵 Fairlight Choir

🎮 Side Quest

📍 Venue: The Stomach

📅 Date: May 31st

💵 Entry: $15 at the door

Don't miss this incredible lineup of talent celebrating NZ Music Month. 🌟

Off the back of their debut ep released late last year, Melondrone are coming to palmy with support from local slow moshers Khaki Department and Rabbit as king of the ghosts.

Melondrone: Hailing from Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Melondrone seamlessly blur the lines between grunge and psychedelic rock.

With in your face excoriating lyrics on top of modulating fuzzy guitars and an unrelenting yet groovy rythym section with some quiet moments thrown in between the wall of noise.

Enjoy!

https://open.spotify.com/track/0klvErJ9zzs0Er67x9B96M...

Khaki Department: Khaki Department are five munters from the Manawatū, Aotearoa, comprised of members of Feilding’s Best Dancers, Polaroids of Polarbears, Born Dead Buried Alive, and Synthetic Children. They have a signature sound defined by a waterlogged pedal board, catchy leads, and cavernous synthscapes all tightly bound together by throbbing basslines and playfully heavy drumming. Pioneers of the new “slow mosh” movement, this is shoegaze for shumbling punks

https://youtu.be/9lfvcDHSaOM?si=Sv6MCiv9cDEF8jCr

poster art by Nicoletta Mancuso

tickets will be $10 and live soon at undertheradar.com

🌲 Step into The Stomach's Enchanted Forest of Sound on May 10th 🍃

As the moon rises on this magical evening, prepare to be transported to a realm where chill vibes, soul, funk, surf rock, hip hop, and RnB intertwine with the mystique of the forest. Featuring the lush melodies of Bush Lawyer, the soul-stirring harmonies of DAHLIA, and the dynamic beats of FiveOne3, this night promises an unforgettable journey through music and nature.

🌿 Bush Lawyer

🌺 DAHLIA

🌊 FiveOne3

📍 Venue: The Stomach

📅 Date: May 10th

💵 Entry: $15 at the door

Don't miss this incredible lineup of talent celebrating NZ Music Month. As you wander through this auditory forest, let the mossy floor guide your steps and the canopy of melodies shelter your spirit. This is not just a night of music; it's an escape into a world where the rhythms of nature and the beats of humanity are one. 🌕✨

The galaxy is calling, young Padawans and seasoned Jedi Masters! This May the 4th, we're turning The Stomach into an epic starship for a night of interstellar excitement and celebration of the legendary Star Wars saga. Whether you're with the Rebels, the Empire, or navigating your path as a rogue, your presence is requested for an unforgettable night.

🚀 FEATURING LIVE ELECTRONIC ARTISTS 🚀

showponi: Bringing you the electrifying beats from the outer rim.

Rug Doctor: Laying down the grooves so smooth, they'll have you sliding like you're on Hoth.

Just George: Adding to the cosmic vibe with a set that's as legendary as the Millennium Falcon's Kessel Run.

researchintospeed: Hyperspace-worthy tracks that promise to propel you through the galaxy.

🎮 STAR WARS QUIZ 🎮

Think you know the difference between Alderaan and Dantooine? Can you speak Wookiee or perhaps communicate in droid beeps? Prizes up for grabs!

Please note: The quiz is NOT THE MAIN EVENT.

🎟️ COSTUME CONTEST 🎟️

This is your chance to transform into your favorite character! Whether you're part of the dark side or fighting for the light, show off your best Star Wars attire. Prizes will be awarded for the best-dressed individuals. Let your creativity shine like the lightsaber of a Jedi. Costume wearers also enjoy the benefit of discounted entry.

💵 TICKETS 💵

Dressed in Star Wars Costume: $5

Standard Entry: $10

🛸 MORE THAN JUST A PARTY 🛸

💫 DON'T MISS OUT 💫

May the 4th be with you, always.

The Stomach is an all ages, drug and alcohol free venue

Tāmaki Makarau janglers Cowboy Dan are hitting the road to celebrate the recent vinyl release of their Two Eps: We Will Hesitate, When We Eventually Wake / Sentimental Now That We're Leaving.

Aptly described at some point as ‘like The Bats on just the right amount of red bull’, Cowboy Dan continues the great New Zealand tradition of jangly, happy-sad music. Chiming guitars, upbeat rhythms, and poignant lyrics are at the forefront as they craft their unique brand of alternative jangle rock. Since forming in 2015, the Tāmaki Makaurau four-piece have made their mark on the Auckland indie scene as an energetic and engaging live act not to miss.

Joining Cowboy Dan on the road is Search For Yeti who are a Te Whanganui-a-Tara based indie rock/shoegaze/post-rock/ new wave band that frequently enchants audiences with their atmospheric sometimes-quiet-sometimes-not live shows.

Both groups are established in their own scenes and collectively have taken part in a range of music events such as Cupadupa, RNZ Live, 13th Floor sessions, Borderline Festival and countless dance-inducing local gigs in their respective homelands. They are super chuffed to hit the road together for this lil tour and to share the stage with some incredible local acts along the way.'

Support at the ALL AGES (!)Te Papaioea / Palmerston North show from local fresh indie pop 4-piece Persimmon. Returning to Aotearoa after years living and playing music in Melbourne, principal songwriter Austin Boyle brings influence from the contemporary Melbourne garage pop scene, collaborating with old and new friends to produce catchy jangly indie pop songs. Kiwi accents deliver slice-of-life lyrical accounts supported by multi-part harmonies and crisp clean guitars.

Come on out, experience something new and relish these fresh and engaging Aotearoa bands. Bring ya pals.

Save some coin and grab the cheaper presale tix from Under The Radar now.

(Door sales also available $10 unwaged/ $15 waged / records $40).

Hope to see ya on the road xx

She is going on tour!!!!!!

Wellington's premiere shoegaze bandwho describe themselves as "Britney Spears on Acid Playing guitar".

Help us celebrate the release of our latest single TANGLED UP IN YOU.

With our Homies SKITZ HYDRO!!!

$10 or $15 on the door

Tickets here

https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/.../S-H-E-Tangled-Up-In...

See ya there bitchface

Guilt Grip are friends from across the motu navigating the perpetual crises of late stage capitalism together through noisy, unrestrained musical exuberance. Join us for a night of high energy, highly emotional tunes.

Supported by Flour and Khaki Department

Date: 15th March 2024

Time: 8:00 PM (Doors open)

Venue: The Stomach, Palmerston North

ALL AGES

Get ready for a night of electrifying music at The Stomach in Palmerston North on the 15th of March 2024, for ALL AGES! The stage will come alive with the powerful sounds of four incredible bands, promising an unforgettable experience for all music enthusiasts.

Bands Performing:

BAD SCHEMATICS:

Get ready to be swept away by the alt-rock vibes of BAD SCHEMATICS. Known for their loud and nothing-held-back live shows, they bring a mix of melancholic ambivalence seasoned with a pinch of chaos and a tablespoon of noise.

Epidemic:

We are a 4 piece metal band from Palmerston North who don’t take things really seriously and are cement enthusiasts. We just make music for the fun of it!

Afterlight:

From Tauranga comes Afterlight, a Progressive InstruMETAL melodic trio ready to take you on an instrumental journey. Get ready to be swept away by their melodic compositions and intricate instrumental arrangements.

Lucid:

Lucid is a slamming upcoming four piece band from the palmerston north. Mixing deathcore, post hardcore and metalcore into their tracks, they pack a punch. Influenced by alpha wolf, no life, Polaris, and dealer, lucid doesn't mess around.

Mark your calendars, secure your tickets, and join us at The Stomach for a night of headbanging, melodies, and unbridled energy. This is a musical event you won't want to miss!

ALL AGE

Naarm/Melbourne's Dr Sure’s Unusual Practice, make modern punk music in the primordial sense of the word - no rules. Combining elements of synth-punk, new wave, full power rock n roll, avant-garde and surrealism. Their ethos is creative resistance - innovative and politically subversive - using music, performance, visual art and film to project a commanding message that’s equal parts critical and hopeful. Leading into their 3rd LP release, the band are touring Aotearoa for the first time, playing both weekends at Camp A Low Hum, as well as 2 sideshows:

- Wednesday Feb 21 at Valhalla, Te Whanganui-a-tara, joined by The Pink Frosts & Relay Tapes (Meanjin/Brisbane.

- Thursday Feb 22 at The Stomach, Te Papa-i-Oea, joined by Persimmon

New friends Brisbane shoegazers Relay Tapes are coming over for Camp! Here's a chance to catch them outside of that and de- or pre- brief. Yes it's a Tuesday but its early and snappy and in one of the practice rooms!

https://relaytapes.bandcamp.com/track/looks-like-rain

Carb on Carb will play a few songs from their new album!

Shannen will play a couple of their classics "Monkey's Shuncle" and "The Shunter"

All ages

Doorsales only

$15 waged $10 unwaged

The Palmy Leg of “We’re Coming Everywhere”, a triple punch of music inspired by music, and a good time for all.

Adult Friends come in with a slap after recording new material, flowing with heavy distortion and great grooves.

Followed by new songs from Underwire, bringing some excellent melodies and songwriting, inspired by the work of the Pixies and beyond.

Ending off the night with a new single from Voodoo Bloo, creating a wall of sound with a little touch of pop and experimental songwriting.

Joining the night will be special guests Old Man Pine.

Tickets at http://tinyurl.com/2y4r5usn

PROBLEMS is weirdo, fun, dance music stuff. I used to do the one person band The Show is the Rainbow. PROBLEMS has done releases on Orange Milk Records (Machine Girl / Deaths Dynamic Shroud / Eyeliner), played Meow Wolf with Dan Deacon, and opened for Peaches, Lighting Bolt, and tons of others.



Michael Logie (ex Mint Chicks / F in Math) is an electronic musician from Auckland, New Zealand. Michael Logie’s debut EP “FKD Night” is a collection of synth heavy songs trudging through discarded junk food wrappers, broken glass and a puddle of what you hope is water on the way to the dancefloor.

It should invoke visions of the things he witnessed while living overlooking Myers Park. Like Myers Park it staggers and lurches from fun, wonky and beautiful, to the dark and disturbing, a place of and in-between two party points.

Summer In The Car Park calls for chill acoustic vibes followed by sticky beats right here in The Stomach's Carpark!

Make the most of our outdoor space, with good music, and a great atmosphere al-fresco as we kick the cars out and bring the music in!

Featuring:

Stellar Talauta

Molly Pawson

BIgwiff/Lilsniff

And Nic Mason!

This FREE gig starts at 6 pm in The Stomach's car park

*The Stomach is a drug and alcohol-free venue inside and out

Formed through high school boredom in 2015, STATIC is a five-piece Alt-Metal band from the Tron (Hamilton). Their music consists of melodic verses, striking metal choruses and heavy breakdowns, with powerful vocals portraying the sorrow and anger in the lyrics. Static compels the audience through their soulful presence, telling a personal story.

With the release of their hard rock EP*, Pulling The Trigger, Static is on the road hitting seven North Island towns in three weeks.

A special show to honour the memory of Jason Harkett, a member of CSSI, a musican and a friend.

Featuring a Throwback line-up of Jasons faves:

The Nerines

Jakeland

Benny Tipene

Khaki Department

Please note the show is not till November, however we want you to be able to save the date!

Door sales only - $15

All profits from the show will go to Jays whanau.

Doors: 8pm

First act: 8:30pm

Swamp Sunday Sway!

For the final SWAMPFEST23 show we’re slowing things down with a FREE show at Square Edge again with the softer stylings of this local lineup. Sway with us as we wade through the sounds coming out of our swamp in this chilled-out farewell and celebration of SwampFest23 and 35 years of The Stomach.

Featuring:

Rusty Frames

Nic Mason

Stellar Talauta

Molly Pawson

🎟️ FREE 🎟️ to all

🎉 Come together to celebrate the vibrant music culture of Palmerston North and the incredible journey of The Stomach Music Venue. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the scene, this festival promises to be a party of unity, creativity, and pure musical joy.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to boogie at the most epic music festival of the year! See you there! 🎶

Lagoon Hoon!

Come with us for a hoon around the lagoon! Saturday 28 October we’re bringing together 8 acts sure to float ya boat with a rave cave and fresh beats combined. Dive in to this fantastic show 🤿

Featuring:

Carb On Carb

Lies And Lullabies

Our Beloved Ditch

Khaki Department

The Fairlight Chior

Persimmon

Dahlia

Hone-Raiona Bigbada Boom Sound System

Tickets it $15 at the Doors OR show your SwamoFest Pass- $30 for 30+ bands and access to all SWAMPFEST23 events

Come together to celebrate the vibrant music culture of Palmerston North and the incredible journey of The Stomach Music Venue. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the scene, this festival promises to be a party of unity, creativity, and pure musical joy.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to boogie at the most epic music festival of the year! See you there! 🎶

Swampy Sunday!

Time to wind-down after a massive weekend and enjoy yet more fantastic local talent while doing it- enjoy a coffee, the good atmosphere and amazing sounds from some of Palmys best. The perfect recharge before the week ahead!

Featuring:

Coffee Breaks

Teams Meetings

Showponi

This FREE event is open to everyone!

🎉 Come together to celebrate the vibrant music culture of Palmerston North and the incredible journey of The Stomach Music Venue. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the scene, this festival promises to be a party of unity, creativity, and pure musical joy.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to boogie at the most epic music festival of the year! See you there! 🎶

The Bog Boogie!

A night for diverse tastes! The Bog Boogie features a rave cave, plenty of main stage madness and promises to get everybody moving to sounds straight from the primordial swamp that is Te Papaioea!

Featuring:

Sports Dreams

Kokoa Nashi

Mean Owls

Swampwitch

Old Man Pine

DJ Illusive

Tickets 🎟️ $15 at the Doors OR show your SwampFest Pass- $30 for 30+ bands and access to all SWAMPFEST23 events

🎉 Come together to celebrate the vibrant music culture of Palmerston North and the incredible journey of The Stomach Music Venue. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the scene, this festival promises to be a party of unity, creativity, and pure musical joy.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to boogie at the most epic music festival of the year! See you there! 🎶

Marshland Mayhem!

This one’s for all our metal-loving swamp dwellers.

Featuring:

Fusion

Lucid

Ruul34

WintyrQueen

Tickets 🎟️ $15 at the Doors OR show your SwampFest Pass- $30 for 30+ bands and access to all SWAMPFEST23 events

🎉 Come together to celebrate the vibrant music culture of Palmerston North and the incredible journey of The Stomach Music Venue. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the scene, this festival promises to be a party of unity, creativity, and pure musical joy.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to boogie at the most epic music festival of the year! See you there! 🎶

Six Barrel Soda SwampFest Start is kicking off our SWAMPFEST23 Lineup Thursday 19 October!!

With Hine-Raiona BIGBADA BOOM SOUND SYSTEM laying down some beats, non-alcoholic bevies courtesy of Six Barrel Soda co, and a bbq feed- this FREE event is kicking off The Stomachs 35th anniversary SwampFest celebrations with a bigbada boom 🎉💥 🎊

🎉 Come together to celebrate the vibrant music culture of Palmerston North and the incredible journey of The Stomach Music Venue. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the scene, this festival promises to be a party of unity, creativity, and pure musical joy.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to boogie at the most epic music festival of the year! See you there! 🎶