The Rock

New Zealand's rock scene exists distinctly from either Australia or America, shaped by isolation, small population, and specific cultural contributions that developed through particular circumstances. The Rock programs for this audience - domestic rock acts receive obvious priority, international material gets curated for relevance rather than just popularity. New Zealand bands have produced distinctive rock voices - from Flying Burrito Brothers influences through pub rock and punk movements. Contemporary New Zealand bands continue generating original material working from and against rock tra…