As Goth Night approaches, Breaches, the post-punk duo from Wellington, is set to bring their signature dark, energetic sound to two thrilling events. Known for their gritty blend of rural aggression and dance floor romance, Breaches has quickly become a standout in the underground scene. Fresh from releasing their singles "Twist the Knife" and "Left Behind" and a memorable performance opening for Ville Valo (HIM) at The Powerstation, the duo is ready to captivate audiences at both the Last Place in Hamilton on Friday, 9 August, and Ding Dong Lounge in Auckland on Saturday, 10 August.
Adding to the excitement, they just dropped a brand new music video for "Twist the Knife" this past Sunday. In this interview, Breaches discuss what fans can expect from their performances at Goth Night, the unique atmosphere they aim to create, and their anticipation for a night that blends live music with DJ sets.
Breaches Goth Night Interview
What can fans expect from your live performances at Goth Night in Hamilton and Auckland? Are there any new songs or special elements you're excited to showcase?
Breaches: They can expect dark vocals, dirty guitar riffs, and a heavy bass-driven dance beat… maybe even some gothic samples... We’ve been quite busy working on music videos and getting our next single ready, but we’re looking forward to testing out a brand new song at these shows. There’s a surprise cover song on the list too, which we hope these audiences will enjoy. Our partly electronic set up means the blend between live music and DJs will work well to keep people dancing - and we plan to join them after our set!
You've opened for Ville Valo at The Powerstation in Auckland and performed at the Gathering Shadows Festival in Wellington, among other notable events. How have these experiences impacted you as a band, and can you recall a moment from one of these shows that particularly stood out to you?
Breaches: Gathering Shadows was our first ever show back in January – it’s a great event in the Wellington calendar each year and was a perfect opportunity for us to kick things off. Opening for Ville Valo was a huge moment, still hard to believe it happened for us! It all happened really fast and we didn’t even have time to get our first single out before the show but it all went well and was a huge confidence boost. Ville’s fans are the best. I saw HIM in Auckland back in 2006 as a teenage fan so to end up on the same stage all these years later was surreal.
What kind of atmosphere do you aim to create during your live shows, and how do you use visuals and stage presence to enhance it?
Breaches: Being on stage is a huge rush for us and we try to bring that energy to the crowd. A lot of the songs and bands the DJs will be playing have been big influences on us and we’re aware of how big those shoes are to fill. We create a dark and brooding atmosphere, and have been shaped by growing up and living in NZ. We hope that this comes through to people in the songs.
How do you feel about performing alongside Wallowitch in Auckland? What makes this collaboration exciting for the audience?
Breaches: We’re good friends with Wallowitch and have talked about doing shows together for a while now, so it’s exciting to finally go ahead with it. It will be a showcase of what’s coming out of the capital’s underground.
"Twist the Knife" has a captivating music video that you recently released. How does this song set the tone for what fans can expect at the shows?
Breaches: The video reflects our live performance – its energy, theatrics, and drama, but also the honesty and enjoyment we get from playing shows.
What has been some of the most memorable feedback you've received from fans after a live show, and how does it inspire your performances?
Breaches: People were particularly generous in their feedback after the Ville Valo gig, which really boosted us up. Playing live is a bit of an emotional rollercoaster, so getting positive feedback afterward means a lot to us. The tall poppy thing is always lurking in the background, so hearing that people enjoyed a show is special.
The goth community in New Zealand is unique. How do you see your music and performances contributing to the scene's growth and diversity?
Breaches: We feel lucky to have been embraced by the goth community here in NZ. Our songs are tied to growing up at the bottom of the world, so resonating with local audiences is key to us. What’s good about events like Goth Night is the inclusivity - it really doesn’t matter how you dress or what you’re into, everyone’s there for a good time. We hope our sound helps the goth community to connect through music, and we want our shows to be safe spaces in which this is made possible.
For someone new to the goth scene or your music, what would you say to convince them to come to Goth Night and experience your show?
Breaches: It’s not as scary as you may think! Or maybe, wearing black isn’t mandatory… It’s an opportunity for people to be themselves, hear something new, and dance with like-minded individuals.
What are you most looking forward to about Goth Night, and what do you hope fans will experience and take away from your performances?
Breaches: We can’t wait to play to more people and hang out with everyone afterward while the DJs do their thing. Come say hi! We hope to show fans something fresh in the NZ music scene and grow a following that will have all of us coming back for more.
Watch their brand new video for "Twist the Knife" below
Catch Breaches this Friday and Saturday night at Goth Night
GOTH NIGHT
Hamilton – Last Place
Date: Friday, 9 August
Time: 8:00 PM
GOTH NIGHT
Auckland – Ding Dong Lounge
Date: Saturday, 10 August
Time: 8:00 PM
With Breaches and Wallowitch plus DJs Passion Crypt, Gravedigger, Black Wax and more.
Presales $15 or door sales $20.
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