Artist Spotlight
Sophie founded Music & Gigs because she saw a gap and decided to fill it. She leads all editorial direction, has interviewed the likes of Lewis Capaldi, Pale Waves, and Tom Grennan, and has a reputation for spotting great artists early. Writer, photographer, designer — Sophie wears a lot of hats, but the thread running through all of it is the same: a lifelong obsession with music and the people who make it.
Single Reviews
Circa Waves Embark on a New Journey with ‘American Dream’
Death & Love Pt.1 promises to be a deeply personal project for the band. Shudall’s near-death experience in early 2023,...
Single Reviews
Shawn Mendes Unveils Moving Tribute in New Song “Heart of Gold”
Written in memory of a childhood friend who passed away from a drug overdose, the song captures Shawn’s regret and...
Concert
Kaiser Chiefs Announce 20th Anniversary Tour for Employment with Exciting 2025 UK Shows
Reflecting on the impact of Employment, the band stated, “20 years ago, a brand new song by a brand new...
Album Reviews
Shawn Mendes Opens Up About New Album Shawn
“It’s already given me more than any of my albums by so much, and I haven’t even shown anyone,” Shawn...
Live Reviews
LANY Brings World Tour Magic to Auckland
It's safe to say that there's no party like a LANY party, and Auckland got to witness that magic firsthand.
Features
Raye’s Songwriting Journey Hits an Unexpected Detour on Her Birthday
Raye took to social media to share the heartbreaking news with her fans. In a raw and candid post, she...
Concert
Zayn Malik Tour Rescheduled: New U.S. Dates After Liam Payne’s Passing
In light of this loss, Malik expressed his sorrow and decided to delay his shows, stating, “given the heartbreaking loss...
Concert
Metallica Fans, Get Ready for Auckland’s 2025 Show!
Auckland, mark your calendars—Metallica is officially coming to town! A leaked article from the New Zealand Herald has revealed that...