Holly Hebe Announced For ‘Next On’ Auckland Showcase Alongside New EP ‘Mood Ring’
Live Nation today announces Holly Hebe as the latest artist selected for Next On. Taking place on Wednesday 29 July in Auckland, the special showcase coincides with the release of Holly’s highly anticipated third EP Mood Ring, arriving in July.
Marking Holly’s first-ever performance in New Zealand, the show will celebrate one of Australia’s most exciting breakthrough artists as she continues her rapid rise. Audiences can expect an intimate and captivating live experience, featuring Holly’s signature blend of dreamy pop, piano-driven melodies and emotionally precise lyricism.
The night will feature music from Mood Ring, a project that expands Holly’s sonic palette while deepening the emotional storytelling she has become known for. Building on the momentum of recent releases, including Birthmark and Swimsuit, the performance highlights the continued evolution of her artistry and live presence.
Following a huge period of momentum that included support tours with Holly Humberstone, The Dreggs, The Rions, Rainbow Kitten Surprise and Aleksiah, alongside sold-out headline shows and official showcases at SXSW Austin and SXSW Sydney, Holly has quickly cemented herself as one of Australia’s most exciting emerging voices.
“We’re so excited to have Holly Hebe as part of Next On,” said Emily Taylor, Promoter Operations Manager at Live Nation.
“I’ve been watching Holly build real momentum over the past few years, and she’s the perfect fit for this program. We’re excited to partner with Holly to bring her Mood Ring Tour to Auckland for her first-ever New Zealand performance. This showcase also marks some exciting milestones for the program and the potential for artists. It’s our first AU/NZ exchange artist in the program, and we love that Next On can support artists with a strong hometown following. Holly is already becoming Melbourne indie pop royalty, so it feels really exciting to help introduce her to new audiences across New Zealand. It will also be our first multi-bill showcase as part of the series. Holly has built such a strong world around her music already, so it feels like the perfect opportunity to try something a little different and continue growing the program in a new way.”
Holly Hebe said: “I’m really excited to finally come to New Zealand and play my first show there. Mood Ring feels like a little world I’ve been building for a while now, and getting to bring these songs to life in a room with people is always my favourite part. It feels really special to have my first New Zealand show happen through Next On.”
Holly Hebe’s Next On showcase forms part of Live Nation’s Next On initiative. Established in 2026, Next On showcases have been rolled out across Live Nation venues, spotlighting a new wave of talent and giving audiences the chance to discover artists at a pivotal moment in their careers.
Each artist performs on a rent-free stage with access to production and marketing support, creating opportunities for artists to reinvest in their craft and focus on what matters most: connecting with fans and building momentum.
LIVE NATION PRESENTS – NEXT ON
HOLLY HEBE MOOD RING TOUR
WEDNESDAY 29 JULY
THE TUNING FORK
AUCKLAND, NZ
