01 December 2021 - 0 Comments

Another artist for Live Nation & Vodafone’s Ones to Watch artist discovery programme has been announced, this month celebrating psychedelic pop band ONONO. Fronted by Jono Nott, the band stemmed from a personal project, developing into a multi-instrumental sound with tunes to feed the soul.

While ONONO is fronted by Jono, he shares the stage with three other musicians to bring the energy to a live audience – Katelin on synths and vocals, Leo on synth bass guitar, and Sam on drums. They know how to put on a show, with Jono explaining: “It’s a pretty energetic show. It's not like a crazy rock show or anything. It’s the kind of thing that you could dance hard if you wanted to or you could close your eyes and sort of float away.”

With a sound self-described as “soundscapy, super cinematic and escapist pop,” their music is known to transport its listener into a vibrant summer haze. Their latest self-titled album reflects this feeling, providing the perfect soundtrack to a Kiwi summer filled with road trips, long hot days, and hazy nights.

No stranger to the music scene, ONONO’s front man Jono Nott has been playing in bands for several years, including with his cousins in successful Kiwi-pop band Broods. With Jono on drums, the band have opened for acts including Ellie Goulding, Two Door Cinema Club, Tove Lo and Empire of the Sun, travelling the world and delighting crowds. Jono has also played at a number of music festivals with Broods, including Lollapalooza, Coachella, Outside Lands, Clockenflap Festival, Neon Lights and more.

Live Nation promoter Renee Hermsen says: “ONONO delivers a truly unique sound within the pop, electro, experimental sphere, it can’t be put into boxes really! Make sure to see them live and experience it yourself. And bring your dancing shoes!”

It’s been over a year since Ones To Watch launched in Aotearoa, and since it’s inception, the programme has an incredible slate of musicians under its belt. ONONO joins Rhys Rich, There’s a Tuesday, Muroki, Paige, Park Rd, Balu Brigada and more as alumni. A variety of genres have been featured, from pop to indie, rock to hip hop, showcasing Aotearoa’s best when it comes to local music.

Launched in 2017 in the United States, Ones To Watch has helped boost the careers of artists now reaching global stages, including Halsey and Grammy-award winning Dua Lipa, who recently announced a global tour, including a New Zealand pit-stop, after a massive two years promoting her number one album, Future Nostalgia.

Joe Goddard, Experience & Commercial Director at Vodafone NZ had this to say: "The weather is heating up and a vibrant Kiwi summer is barrelling towards us, making ONONO the perfect band to join the Ones To Watch alumni right now. Thanks to our investment in upgrading mobile coverage across regional Aotearoa, Vodafone is the ideal companion for those summer road trips, helping our customers stream awesome Kiwi tunes as they explore our beautiful country.”

After launching an exclusive long-term partnership in 2019, Live Nation Australasia and Vodafone New Zealand have provided Vodafone customers access to Live Nation’s entertainment portfolio including music, family and comedy tours and festivals across the country. The strategic multi-year partnership is committed to bringing the best live experiences to New Zealand and the best New Zealand artists to the world. The unique emerging talent platform of Ones To Watch builds on this strong partnership and a mutual dedication to support grassroots initiatives.

As well as access to the online platform, Vodafone customers will be given the chance to win tickets to the Ones To Watch invitation-only quarterly showcase events. More info and competition details available at: vodafonerewards.co.nz

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