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Bic Runga is one of New Zealand's most treasured musicians, a songwriter and performer whose voice is woven into the soundtrack of Kiwi life. Known for her crystalline vocals and timeless melodies, she has spent more than two decades creating songs that feel both intimate and universal.
Her 1997 debut album, Drive, changed the face of New Zealand pop. Songs like "Sway" and "Drive" captured complex emotions with simplicity and grace. The album went multi-platinum at home, and "Sway" found its way onto Hollywood film soundtracks, carrying her songs far beyond Aotearoa.
A multi-Tūī and Silver Scroll award winning artist, and the youngest inductee into the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame, Bic's influence can be heard in a new generation of New Zealand musicians who grew up with her songs on the radio and saw in her a model of artistic independence.
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My new album, Red Sunset, is finally out in the world! 🌅
I’m so excited to share these songs with you. The record began in a winter in Paris and was finished in an Auckland Aotearoa summer. This is my first album of new songs in 15 years.
Massive thanks to August Avenue, Sony Music Publishing Australia, The Orchard AU/NZ, and NZ On Air for making me feel like it matters to write again.
Most importantly, thank you for still being here! And for listening! I hope you find a new favorite among these tracks. 🎶
Listen here: www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
3 months ago | [YT] | 9
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Ghost in Your Bed’ was another song that I'd had unfinished for more than ten years. It's a spooky song of feeling very troubled, especially on a sleepless night, when you feel haunted by something, "lying there like the ghost in your bed" and realising the thing haunting you is of your own making
4 months ago | [YT] | 31
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I can’t wait to play Red Sunset for you!
I'll be touring Aotearoa & Australia in March/April 2026, including a special night with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra!
🎟️ Tickets and further information at www.livenation.co.nz/
6 months ago | [YT] | 34
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'Red Sunset' is described as “a powerful torch song of longing and desire,” which “evokes the tumultuous emotions of being the one left behind.” ❤️🌅
6 months ago | [YT] | 17
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“Paris in the Rain” is out today 🌧️❤️
I wrote this song on the last night of a winter trip to Paris — inspired by how beautiful the city looked in the rain. There was something magical about it; the lights reflecting on the wet streets, the feeling of saying goodbye.
It’s built around a historic 1807 Pleyel piano and feels like the beginning of a new chapter for me.
6 months ago | [YT] | 19
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I love this version! Thanks Beabadoobee and Triple J! Big love from New Zealand.
6 months ago | [YT] | 9
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It’s been a while since I last shared new music of my own. This Friday my new song It’s Like Summertime will be out everywhere. It’s about remembering the friends and carefree days of childhood, and imagining a brighter future still to come. Nostalgic, a little bittersweet, but full of hope - I can’t wait for you to hear it. Pre-save link below. 🌞
ffm.to/itslikesummetime
8 months ago | [YT] | 74
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Make Us Feel Good About Life - MUFGAL
Neil Finn and Roundhead Studios are thrilled to announce a midwinter pick me up, tonight with Bic Runga & CHAII.
These shows are promised to be special.
Live Stream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kwAB...
Thank you to the great people at NZOnAir Music, The Spinoff, APRA AMCOS, Two Paddocks, Hallertau & Almighty Drinks for their support.
These @theinfinitysessions will be an exciting and heartwarming occasion, we hope you can come tune in.
#LiveStream #NZMusic #InfinitySessions
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