The BlackHouse

04/11/2025

Imani-J x RENÉE with Fine Wine Social Club - Imani-J first headline show 🧚‍♂️
📍 Meow Wellington
🗓️ WEDNESDAY 5th November
🕡 7:30pm start
🎟️ $10 | http://meow.flicket.co.nz/events/46d45f83-3380-4d10-8cec-b3358f8267f3

A night of soul, groove, and genre fusion featuring Imani-J, RENÉE, and Fine Wine Social Club.
Two of Aotearoa’s rising female voices in R&B and soul take the stage for a co-headline show packed with rich vocals, dynamic performances, and undeniable energy.
Imani-J, a Haitian–New Zealand artist, is carving her own lane in Afrofusion and R&B. Fresh from her debut EP EXPECTATIONS, which has already surpassed 150,000 streams, her music moves effortlessly between smooth melodies, bold lyricism, and infectious rhythms.
RENÉE, an emerging artist from Auckland now based in Pōneke, blends neo-soul and dance R&B with a distinct Kiwi edge. With recent singles BLIND and WEST COAST, she’s making her mark on Wellington’s live scene, delivering energetic performances that pair glossy vocals with groove-driven production.
Opening the night are Fine Wine Social Club, a genre-fusing collective from Pōneke. Their soulful, jazz-tinged sets deliver a dynamic fusion of jazz, soul, funk, and reggae. With infectious energy, they create an unforgettable experience where collaboration shines and the audience can feel the deep connection shared among the band members.
Expect lush vocals, rhythm-driven grooves, and a lineup that highlights the next wave of Aotearoa soul and R&B.

04/11/2025

Help Farisai Bring Her Mum Home

After years of saving, Marcelline finally made it to New Zealand to visit her daughter Farisai, a nursing student in Blenheim. Tragically, soon after arriving, Marcelline passed away following a sudden medical event.

Farisai now faces heartbreak and unexpected costs — hospital fees and the $16,000 needed to return her mother to Zimbabwe for burial, as is their family’s tradition.

Any contribution, big or small, will help ease the burden and honour Marcelline’s memory.

What was ment to be a family reunion ended up in a tragic loss

03/11/2025

Dear brothers, sisters, friends and supporters of
the D.R .Congo,
You are invited to join us at the DINNER FUNDRAISER for the Displaced children and women in the East of the D.R. Congo.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is victim of an unprovoked and unjust war for over three decades now.
Rebel group and Rwanda's army have attacked and burned villages. Poor innocents people specially women and children are r***d and killed. This has caused more than 5 million people to be displaced in the East of the D.R.C.
Please Join us in this DINNER FUNDRAISER to celebrate the
D.R. CONGO cuisine and culture and raise much needed funds for DISPLACED CHILDREN AND WOMEN IN THE EAST OF CONGO.
Date: Sunday, 23 November 2025
Time: 5.30pm - 10.30pm
Venue: VONDEL RESTAURANT, 8 Victoria Road, Devonport, Auckland.
ALL PROCESSES WILL GO TOWARD PROVIDING FOOD, CLEAN WATER, CLOTHING, BLANKETS, SHOES, SHELTERS FOR THESE DISPLACED PEOPLE VICTIMS OF THIS UNJUST WAR Via TCN (Tous vers un Congo Nouveau), a local NGO that supports victims of this war.
We will have Poem presentations, Congolese food, Drink, Congolese Music, D.J and Dance floor.
GET YOUR TICKETS FROM EVENTBRITE BY FOLLOWING THE LINK IN BIO.
WE TRULY APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT AND KINDNESS.

24/10/2025

Wellington’s own KBtheDJ 🎧 — friend of The Blackhouse — bringing that sexy Deep House energy to your Saturday afternoon! 3pm - 4pm! 🔥✨

🎙️ Tune in across Aotearoa on the Access Radio Network:
📍 Wellington – 106.1 FM
📍 Auckland (Planet FM) – 104.6 FM
📍 Hamilton (Free FM) – 89.0 FM
📍 Christchurch (Plains FM) – 96.9 FM
📍 Dunedin (Otago Access Radio) – 105.4 FM
🌐 Or stream live anywhere at accessradio.org.nz (link in bio)

Wherever you are in Aotearoa, don’t miss the hour of smooth, soulful Deep House vibes.

And if you need a DJ for your next event, party, or those upcoming Christmas work gigs —
👉🏾 kbthedj.com (link in bio)

21/10/2025

Please RSVP Your free tickets now, to attend Congo Week - Educational Films Screenings,
Spaces are limited so be in quick to secure your spot.

"Soundtrack to a Coup De'Tat"
Wednesday 22nd Oct 6pm | Wellington city Mission | WHAKAMARU | 4 Oxford Street Mt Cook Wgn https://events.humanitix.com/soundtrack-film-screening

"This Is Congo" | Thursday 23rd October 7.45 pm | STILLWATERS Community House | 327 Willis Street Te Aro Wgn
https://events.humanitix.com/this-is-congo-film-screening

If you are reading this on Instagram, check in bio for links.

20/10/2025

Educational Films For Congo!!

*Wellington City Mission [Whakamaru]* 4 Oxford Street | Wed 22nd October | *6pm* |
Free entry | Koha welcome.

*Stillwaters*
327 Willis Street | Te Aro | Thurs 23rd Oct | *7.45pm* | Free entry | Koha welcome

Be on time, as spaces may be limited. 🍿📽️
These film evenings have been organized by - This is being organized & presented by
*TE TAI-TĒTĒKURA: an indigenous led flax-root group, inspired by the revolutionary Black Panther Party. "Ka pu Te ruha, Ka hao te Rangitahi" Translation: "When the elder is not fit to lead, a younger person will come to take their place"
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17/10/2025

🎉 WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT TIME! 🎉

Big congratulations to Billie, Craig, Edward, & Abey! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
You’ve each scored free double passes to Thabani Gapara presents DZINDZE live at San Fran! 🎷🔥

Huge love to Creative Pwele and the incredible Thabani Gapara for their generosity and for keeping the jazz spirit alive in Wellington! ❤️🎶

Keep an eye on your emails — your tickets are on the way! 📧✨
Go enjoy an unforgettable night with your jazzy crew! 💃🏾🕺🏾

15/10/2025

Get your tickets at Moshtix

15/10/2025

15/10/2025