The NZ music industry has one of the highest rates of mental health difficulties and suicide in New Zealand. Navigating through the industry can be both daunting and stressful, and it can be difficult to attain true success. This article provides helpful advice for surviving through adversity in the NZ music industry.

Auckland rocker JP Carroll discusses ways in which we can all get behind our local bands and musicians and show our support for them.

Paula Yeoman from NicNak Media manages a successful roster of talent. As an artist manager she has seen first-hand just how important support and active engagement is. Paula has taken the liberty of making a check list.

Cover bands have been the preferred option for main stream population to hear their favourite songs being played in a live format.

The ability to connect and learn using online tools has really unlocked some brilliant opportunities for many musicians.