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The Rions, one of Australia’s most exciting indie-pop bands, are bringing their acclaimed live show to New Zealand this February. With a reputation for heartfelt lyrics, captivating melodies, and unforgettable performances, the award-winning quartet will perform in Queenstown, Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington, and Auckland.

Hot off their sold-out Australian tour, The Rions are excited to bring Kiwi fans the live experience for their sophomore EP, Happiness In A Place It Shouldn’t Be, including chart-topping singles ‘Sweet Cocoon’, ‘Physical Medicine’, and ‘Time Will Try’.

DUNEDIN
 U Bar
 Tuesday 18th February
 Doors open at 9pm
 Support from Hot Sauce Club and One Day

TOUR DETAILS
FRI 14 FEB – Yonder, Queenstown
SAT 15 FEB – Toga Party @ Haere-roa, Christchurch (UC Students Only)
SUN 16 FEB – The Church, Christchurch
TUE 18 FEB – U Bar, Dunedin
THU 20 FEB – San Fran, Wellington
FRI 21 FEB – Double Whammy, Auckland

ABOUT THE RIONS
The Rions burst onto the scene in 2021, winning Triple J Unearthed High and earning national recognition. Since then, they’ve taken the music world by storm, amassing over 35 million streams and playing sold-out shows across Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. Drawing inspiration from bands like The Beatles and Arctic Monkeys, their music is a heartfelt exploration of self-discovery, grief, and connection. With their sophomore EP Happiness In A Place It Shouldn’t Be, The Rions are leaning into true authenticity and crafting a sound that’s both powerful and deeply relatable.

ABOUT HOT SAUCE CLUB
Hot Sauce Club is a five-piece band hailing from Ōtepoti (Dunedin), whose music embodies the vibrant spirit of surroundings and experiences. Inspired by a diverse range of indie/alt artists, the band create a captivating fusion of sound within this realm, sprinkled with their own spice.

ABOUT ONE DAY
Up-and-comers from Ōtepoti. Playing their originals, rock hits, and some good ol’ kiwi classics.

Don’t miss your chance to experience The Rions’ raw energy live in New Zealand this February.