No Cigar for a Friday lunch – Recorded at The Powerstation in Auckland on November 14, 2025 by the venerable Triple J Radio.
NO CIGAR have just released their third ‘semi rock’ record in July 2025, off the back of recent sell-out tours in the UK and New Zealand. The five-piece band from Aotearoa New Zealand have now released three studio LPs, including The Great Escape (2023) and Bienvenido (2022), garnering strong support throughout Australasia, the UK, Europe and the US.
A little background via their Website (where you can also grab their new release and catch up on others).
Since their formation in 2019, NO CIGAR has rapidly established themselves as one of New Zealand’s most promising musical acts, captivating audiences with their infectious grooves and compelling storytelling. The release of their first single Tickets To Space at the end of that year was just the beginning.
In 2020, NO CIGAR released their critically acclaimed EP Radical Road which showcased their unique blend of psychedelic rock and groovy guitars. Their growing popularity has been fueled by their dynamic live performances, which have earned them a loyal and enthusiastic fanbase.
With the recent release of their debut album Bienvenido in September 2022, NO CIGAR has solidified their position as a major force in the New Zealand music scene, earning airplay on popular radio stations such as ZM, Radio Hauraki, and The Edge. They have also played to packed crowds at iconic venues and festivals across the country, including Rhythm and Vines and That Weekend.
Okay, have at it. Press Play and crank it up – here comes the weekend.
