The Shadow Government
We are The Shadow Government, for the past century we have been orchestrating major world events from the shadows. But when our funding got cut by the Shadow Wizard council during covid we formed a band to try and make enough money to take over the world (again). Vocalist Minister Morrison and guitarist Governor Green are joined by the android bassist Emily Burrow and the vat grown drummer Jaden Cockeram. Together forming a bizarre fusion of electronic driven indie rock and alternative pop, The Shadow Government will blow your mind and get your vote!
- Photos taken 28 June 2025 at Thistle Hall
Obsidian Sun
Obsidian Sun started as a high school project, replicating a bluesy, 70s classic rock sound, yet incorporated other influences, ranging from indie to punk to goth. Every band member is a multi-instrumentalist, and the music shows it: they are not limited to any one genre, and everyone takes part in each step of the creative process. Their sound and artistry is heavily inspired by bands that they collectively enjoy, such as Black Sabbath, The Cure, and Radiohead. Their music fluctuates between heavy and dreamy, somber and upbeat, coming together for a listening experience like a rollercoaster: with highs and lows, yet exhilarating all the way.
- Photos taken 28 June 2025 at Thistle Hall
Intercite
Intercite is an alternative band spawned out of the Kapiti Coast, inspired by Tool, Alice in Chains, and Silverchair. Their music mixes heavy riffs with thought provoking melody’s along side with Crisp Juicy Vocals.
- Photos taken 28 June 2025 at Thistle Hall.
She
She are an alternative rock band from Wellington High School and Wellington College that focus on writing original music. - Photos taken 10 May 2025 at Thistle Hall
Studio4
Studio4 is a band of four guys from Upper Hutt who love making music together. Their main influences are classic rock, indie music, and jazz. - Photos taken 10 May 2025 at Thistle Hall
The JayJs
The JayJs are a girl band from Wellington High School. They play of mix of covers and originals. Their originals are mainly indie-rock and are inspired by bands such as Boy Genius, The Strokes, and Fleetwood Mac. - Photos taken 10 May 2025 at Thistle Hall