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Ding Dong Lounge Band Competition Heat 1

Fri, Oct 03

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Ding Dong Lounge

Auckland’s iconic band competition returns to Ding Dong Lounge this October–November. Emerging acts battle across heats, semis, and a grand final for career-launching prizes, scene glory, and lasting connections.

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Ding Dong Lounge Band Competition Heat 1
Ding Dong Lounge Band Competition Heat 1

Time & Location

Oct 03, 2025, 8:00 PM – Oct 04, 2025, 12:00 AM

Ding Dong Lounge, 26 Wyndham Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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Heat One marks the beginning of Ding Dong Lounge’s annual band competition—a multi-week showdown where emerging acts battle for career-launching prizes and scene-wide recognition. Two bands will advance to the semi-finals, but every set is a chance to connect, impress, and leave a mark.


Tin Roof (Indie Pop Rock)

James Elliott (drums), Neil Morrison (bass/vocals), and Johnny Glass (guitar/vocals) form Tin Roof—an indie-pop-rock trio known for cunning melodies, wry lyrics, and a refreshing take on modern music. Their sound is genuine, their vibe unpretentious, and their friendship occasionally hug-worthy.


Monolith (Metal)

This five-piece metal force blends Dan’s crushing growls with Georgia’s soaring melodic vocals, layered over heavy riffs built for moshing. Monolith’s high-energy live show is a full-body experience—brutal, beautiful, and unforgettable.


Steel Tap (Metal)


Ticket Details

  • Early Bird

    Access to Dead Witch and Ding Dong Lounge

    NZ$10.00

    GST included

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  • General Admission

    Access to Dead Witch and Ding Dong Lounge

    NZ$20.00

    GST included

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About Ding Dong Lounge

Ding Dong Lounge is Auckland's dedicated rock bar and live music venue, with the main bar downstairs and Dead Witch upstairs.

  • 26 Wyndham Street, Auckland city centre

  • Open from 6pm

  • Happy Hour 6pm–8pm and 12am–1am

  • 3 min from Te Waihorotiu Station

  • R18 venue

Food & Drinks

Our kitchen is open all night, with Korean Fried Chicken, Curly Fries and more. Drinks are available throughout the night, with Happy Hour from 6pm–8pm and 12am–1am.

Our commitment to a safe venue

​Ding Dong Lounge and Dead Witch are committed to creating a respectful environment free from harassment, intimidation, unwanted sexual behaviour, discrimination and violence. If you experience or witness behaviour that makes you uncomfortable, please speak to our Duty Manager.

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