Rufous Whistler (AUS), Butter Wouldn't Melt and Lara Rose Live at Pearl Diver.
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Celebrate the release of National Panic, the debut album from Rufous Whistler, and Where the roots grow deep the sophomore album of Butter Wouldn't Melt as they join forces around NZ!
Rufous Whistler Hailing from Northeast Victoria, AUS (Wiradjuri Country), Rufous Whistler combines raw, heartfelt storytelling with modern arrangements, warm, commanding vocals, and virtuosic musicianship. Their live shows are dynamic and gripping, featuring guitars, fiddles, mandolin, and harmony-rich vocals, all delivered with sharp wit and toe-tapping energy. With their first three singles from the album in 2024 landing international airplay, topping charts, and quickly amassing over 30,000 streams, Rufous Whistler has already made a big splash. In 2025, they’re hitting the road for over 30 Australian dates, a New Zealand tour, and their first UK and EU shows, all in support of National Panic.
Wellington-based folk-americana band Butter Wouldn't Melt are thrilled to announce their upcoming album release tour in celebration of Where the roots grow deep, the first instalment of their highly anticipated two-part sophomore album. Finalists for the 2023 Best Folk Artist Tūī | Te Kaipuoro Taketake Toa, BWM are defined by their poetic lyricism and a unique sound that blends traditional folk, bluegrass, and country influences with a distinctly New Zealand flavour. Their acoustic tone is marked by intricate crosspicking interweaved with haunting harmonies while the interplay of compelling basslines and ephemeral overtones of fiddle complete their evocative soundscape. Where The Roots Grow Deep due for release on 23 May. Stay connected for updates and exclusive content ahead of the release!
Pre-order here: https://www.oldriverrecords.co.nz/butter-wouldnt-melt
Lara Rose is a Dunedin-based singer songwriter. She has established her style of indie-folk, using writing to reflect on aspects of her own experiences. Recently, she toured the nation as one half of the folk duo, Tall Folk. In January 2022 they released their debut album ‘Wiser’, recorded at Port Chalmer’s Chick’s Hotel and brought to life by Dunedin’s most talented musicians.
