Sofia Machray

Described by international pop-culture magazine Atwood as ‘New Zealand’s brightest new singer-songwriter', Sofia Machray is an indie dream-rock fantasizer from the heart of the mountains in Arrowtown, NZ. Stretching out over moody rockers and soft-burning hooks, Sofia delved into the realm of indie music from a young age as a self-taught guitarist. Drawing on timeless concepts and the vast landscapes that raised her, she began to cultivate and express herself through the medium of songwriting and made a move to Wellington to pursue her music career.

Sofia was quick to become a hot topic in Pо̄neke’s thriving independent music scene after releasing her debut EP, ‘Language Of Flowers, ’ in 2023. The record received tremendous support from both international and local media, earning its spot on New Zealand’s Student Radio Network chats with multiple tracks climbing the SRN Top Ten. Machray went on to receive three nominations at the 2023 SRN Awards for Favourite EP/Mixtape, Favourite Solo Artist, and a People's Choice Award.

Becoming a strong forerunner in New Zealand’s independent scene, Machray’s music has led her to tour nationally on multiple occasions and to share stages with world-renowned indie icons Chet Faker, Palace, Lime Cordiale, Ball Park Music, and recognition from Sharon Van Etten.

Sofia Machray is solidifying herself as a tactful, femme-led outfit at the forefront of NZ's alternative indie scene and is certainly one to watch.