Together, Gussie Larkin (guitar/co-lead vocals), Lily West (bass/co-lead vocals) and Abe Hollingsworth (drums) form a powerful trinity of unwavering creativity and relentless work ethic. Their time together as Mermaidens has been a fruitful one; a timeline consisting of three critically acclaimed albums, releasing music on the iconic indie label Flying Nun Records, starting their own music festival (Mermgrown) and a wide range of live supports that include Sleater Kinney, Death Cab for Cutie, Lorde, Mac DeMarco and The Veils. In addition to the lengthy list of accomplishments, the band has also been recognised at a national level with nominations – and a win for West’s album artwork – at the Aotearoa Music Awards (2020) and as finalists for the prestigious Taite Music Prize (2018 and 2020).

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BIG FAN is a new not-for-profit, multi-purpose music space located in Morningside, Aotearoa New Zealand. Offering three world-class recording studios and a live music venue all under one roof, the team at BIG FAN are dedicated to helping people fulfil their ambitions through music. 

Our goal is to create a community that brings people together, supports the role of music in the betterment of people’s lives, and fosters the talents of musicians, songwriters and those who make it happen behind the scenes, regardless of experience level. 

BIG FAN is for everyone.

To enquire about the world-class studios and venue space at BIG FAN or for more information, please visit: www.bigfan.co.nz