5 New Zealand Bands that should be Better Known in the U.S.

Most of New Zealand’s popular songs are from American artists that regularly make the top 40 in the U.S. However, that hasn’t stopped me from finding some great kiwi bands. And let me just say, these bands are too good to not share.

Goodshirt

This alternative rock band from Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand is made up of band members Rodney Fisher, Murray Fisher, Mike Beehre, and Gareth Thomas. They were active from 2000–2005, taking a hiatus, but are have been back since 2012.

Elemeno P

This New Zealand rock band is made up of band members Scotty Pearson, Dave Gibson, and Lani Purkis. They have been active since 2003, but are currently taking a hiatus that started back in 2012.

48 May

This Pop punk band from Hamilton, New Zealand was active from 2004–2008.

Like A Storm

This hard rock band from Auckland, New Zealand has been rocking since 2005, and are still going strong today. Chris Brooks, Matt Brooks, Kent Brooks, and Zach Wood make up this great band.

Opshop

Also from Auckland, New Zealand, this alternative rock band has been active since 2002, and is made up of band members Jason Kerrison, Bobby Kennedy, Matt Treacy, and Clint Harris.