Maddy Low: New Zealand’s Indie Prodigy Balancing Sunlit Joy and Soulful Reflection

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At just 18, Maddy Low is already carving her place in New Zealand’s indie scene with a sound that feels both timeless and refreshingly her own. Splitting her time between Wellington and Auckland, she writes songs that swing between two poles — the quiet introspection of lying on your back, staring at the ceiling, and the euphoric rush of dancing under the sun.

 

Blending indie, folk, and pop with flashes of classic rock grit, Maddy’s guitar work reveals a maturity beyond her years. Since she first took to the streets as a 13-year-old busker, she’s honed an effortless connection with audiences, whether performing for passersby or commanding a live stage.

Her authenticity extends to her YouTube channel, where stripped-back, personal takes on songs by Amy Winehouse, The Cranberries, Olivia Rodrigo, and Sublime have resonated with thousands, proof that Maddy’s appeal lies in more than just skill; it’s in the emotional honesty she pours into every note.

Maddy Low is part storyteller, part soul-bearer, part sunshine,  and she’s only just getting started.