Amplifying Kāpiti’s live music scene

In early 2025 were invited to share the story of Mostly Music as a case study for the Business Kāpiti website, and we’re stoked – not just because we had the opportunity to talk about Mostly Music, but because it helps shine a light on something much bigger: the value of music in our community, and the very core of why we do what we do around here.

There’s a message in this case study that we’re proud to carry on behalf of all the musicians, venues, and industry pros working hard behind the scenes. Without the people who create, perform and host music – there is no music industry.

Kāpiti and Horowhenua might be small (and delicious) slices of the pie, but every piece counts. When music is supported locally, businesses benefit, our venues are brought to life, and our communities are given something to be proud of.

Through creating and sharing a weekly gig guide, we’ve seen how much music matters around here, and how much it’s grown since we first started!

To keep offering this kind of service – one that uplifts the creative industry and contributes to the local economy – we need support. That means funding, recognition, and a shared understanding for what music brings to our region. It helps us to clarify what we’re doing, and why, to those who make decisions that affect the infrastructure within our communities. And no, we’re not talking about water pipes or roads!

This case study helps us share feedback to decision makers and establish the worth of all musicians, local and visiting. Forever optimistic, we dream of a connected community that values and supports The Arts as part of the fabric of society…. without resistance.

Read the case study here.