Country music experiences a revival in New Zealand

Saturday 31 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 31 May 2025, 6:00am

Country music is experiencing a resurgence in New Zealand through dedicated radio stations and a growing number of artists. Tami Neilson has recently been awarded the inaugural Country Music Honour for Contribution to Country Music in Aotearoa.

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1. RNZSat 31 May 2025, 5:04am

   The Detail: How New Zealand is falling in love with country music (opens in new tab)

2. NewsroomSat 31 May 2025, 6:00am

   The revival of a genre that never went away (opens in new tab)