NZ Post-punk is a subgenre of post-punk music that emerged in New Zealand in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Characterized by its raw, DIY sound, angular guitar riffs, and socially conscious lyrics, NZ Post-punk bands like The Gordons, The Clean, and The Chills drew inspiration from the punk and new wave movements of the time while adding their own unique twist. The genre often featured a lo-fi production style and a sense of urgency and energy that set it apart from its British and American counterparts. NZ Post-punk remains influential in the New Zealand music scene to this day, with bands continuing to draw on its legacy of experimentation and innovation.

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