Merlia Celebrates Magic Woman Single Release with Whangārei Show at ONEONESIX.
Saturday 22 August | 7:00PM | With support from Leah Land & Chance of Sun
WHANGĀREI, NZ – Auckland artist Merlia brings her single release show to OneOneSix,
Whangārei on Saturday 22 August at 7:00 PM to celebrate the launch of her second single
'Magic Woman'.
Known for her immersive and richly textured sound, Merlia will perform live alongside some of
Whangārei’s finest musicians: Austyn Mills, Scott Wynne and Matthew Shepherd. The set
promises to feel like “falling into a deep cut dream.”
'Magic Woman' is a vibrant counterpoint to her debut single 'Sicily', released in March. Where
Sicily was intimate with trance-like melodies and ocean-washed production, 'Magic Woman'
leans into upbeat gypsy jazz and catchy lyrics you can’t help but dance along to.
Joining Merlia for the night are two special guests:
Leah Land hails from the Far North of Aotearoa, where her musical journey began around the
campfire and at the marae in Hokianga. Immersed in the sounds of ngāhere and ocean, Leah has
emerged as a folk singer and songwriter collecting songs that resonate deeply with themes of
environmental care, social justice and storytelling.
Chance of Sun is an indie-folk trio of friends and multidisciplinary artists Zoe Crane, Molly
Curnow, and Ruby Pledge. Brought together by crossed paths and curiosity, their signature blend
of tender three-part harmonies creates music that is intimate, gentle, rhythmic, and layered with
secrets and humour.
EVENT DETAILS:
What: Merlia – Magic Woman Single Release Show
When: Saturday 22 August, 7:00PM
Where: OneOneSix, 116A Bank Street, Whangārei 0110
Tickets: $15 presale / $20 door sales
Support: Leah Land + Chance of Sun
With folk storytelling, jazz grooves, and lush harmonies, the night is set to be a celebration of
music, place, and community.
