DARTZ

New Zealand party punks DARTZ ignited into existence after vocalist Danz talked his way into opening for Aussie rockers The Chats — before realising he might need a band (and songs). The Kiwi four-piece quickly started firing out their unique brand of snappy and intelligent garage rock: fast-paced guitar-driven anthems that thread the needle between relatable tales of bad nights out and untrustworthy dealers, and hard-hitting takes on issues like decolonisation and landlord-induced anxieties.

The band’s #1 NZ charting debut album was released via legendary NZ label Flying Nun in 2022 – DARTZ’s second album is scheduled for release in March 2024.