Taupō based duo False Heights and their infectious alt pop/rock bops are well worth keeping tabs on. Members April & Ashley released their latest self-produced EP ‘Too Afraid to Try’ in late 2022, and the project showcases the bands musical prowess and the unique and eclectic sound they create together. If you need a little lyrical reassurance that it's ok to not be ok then False Heights is for you.

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With an open genre policy the duo mixes elements of punk, reggae, rock and a huge helping of pure unapologetic pop.  By finding inspiration from bands like The Dresden Dolls, Paramore, Cake, Evanescence and Jimmy Eat World they are creating a timeless and memorable sound.

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The band also spends their daylight hours inspiring and encouraging the next generation of New Zealand Music through their music tuition business.

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Hailed as Taupo's local up and coming talent by Greenstone Entertainment, the pair played to a crowd of at least 15,000 as they warmed up the stage for rock legends ZZ Top, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Stone Temple Pilots and The Angels in February 2023.

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"The duo delivered an enjoyable set of melodic acoustic tunes that kept the growing crowd entertained and tapping their feet. False Heights did a superb job – keeping the crowd both engaged and entertained with a series of their catchy and compelling original songs." - Doug Peters, Ambient Light NZ. 

 

The band also smashed out the end of 2022 by playing a brilliant New Years Eve set at Rhythm & Vines 2022.