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The Response are a New Zealand indie rock duo known for their quietly magnetic blend of electronic minimalism, melodic hooks, and thoughtful songwriting. Made up of vocalist/guitarist Andy Knopp and multi-instrumentalist Victoria Knopp, the pair craft intricate, emotionally resonant music entirely in-house — writing, producing, mixing, and designing every release themselves.
Described by NZ Musician Magazine as “indie pop at its carefully crafted best,” The Response have earned a reputation for their dynamic live shows and evocative soundscapes. They’ve supported international acts including <a href="spotify:artist:50lhyY7UVI9NyVHl79rVgk" data-name="Baio">Baio</a> (of Vampire Weekend fame), <a href="spotify:artist:6CD0HbcaKmuVB3NHJJgSdH" data-name="Deep Sea Diver">Deep Sea Diver</a> (Seattle), <a href="spotify:artist:4mLYW48jy9Pwv6KpT74Evf" data-name="Big Scary">Big Scary</a> (Australia) and <a href="spotify:artist:6puqyrpoPdFNxDJ8KPy2pE" data-name="Kate Boy">Kate Boy</a> (Sweden).
Their music delves into themes of self-discovery, connection, and emotional nuance—what Permanent Rain Press describes as “a sense of cautious hope, one that brings nostalgic touches of loss, belonging and identity.”
In 2023, they collaborated with Goodshirt frontman <a href="spotify:artist:7cX18bJNFhXdGiebRBtGFF" data-name="Rodney Fisher">Rodney Fisher</a> on the introspective album Art School Dropout, expanding their sonic palette even further.
The Response return in 2025 with Novel Idea—a new full-length record out August 6—continuing their steady trajectory as one of indie’s most quietly compelling voices.
The Response also produce <a href="spotify:artist:0V5gGDyLlb3z6pZNJMIj59" data-name="Imperial April">Imperial April</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:2K0WZfk1SJOGXFMxb9alH1" data-name="Volts">Volts</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:0yWkbyIrjncjW6FdtfgRSc" data-name="Music with Michal">Music with Michal</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:2uKeR4QBUPG5KTUhMkSjpY" data-name="Katie Thompson">Katie Thompson</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:5DGFzvDaHg7TduMVD3Um6R" data-name="Steffany Beck">Steffany Beck</a> and others
Described by NZ Musician Magazine as “indie pop at its carefully crafted best,” The Response have earned a reputation for their dynamic live shows and evocative soundscapes. They’ve supported international acts including <a href="spotify:artist:50lhyY7UVI9NyVHl79rVgk" data-name="Baio">Baio</a> (of Vampire Weekend fame), <a href="spotify:artist:6CD0HbcaKmuVB3NHJJgSdH" data-name="Deep Sea Diver">Deep Sea Diver</a> (Seattle), <a href="spotify:artist:4mLYW48jy9Pwv6KpT74Evf" data-name="Big Scary">Big Scary</a> (Australia) and <a href="spotify:artist:6puqyrpoPdFNxDJ8KPy2pE" data-name="Kate Boy">Kate Boy</a> (Sweden).
Their music delves into themes of self-discovery, connection, and emotional nuance—what Permanent Rain Press describes as “a sense of cautious hope, one that brings nostalgic touches of loss, belonging and identity.”
In 2023, they collaborated with Goodshirt frontman <a href="spotify:artist:7cX18bJNFhXdGiebRBtGFF" data-name="Rodney Fisher">Rodney Fisher</a> on the introspective album Art School Dropout, expanding their sonic palette even further.
The Response return in 2025 with Novel Idea—a new full-length record out August 6—continuing their steady trajectory as one of indie’s most quietly compelling voices.
The Response also produce <a href="spotify:artist:0V5gGDyLlb3z6pZNJMIj59" data-name="Imperial April">Imperial April</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:2K0WZfk1SJOGXFMxb9alH1" data-name="Volts">Volts</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:0yWkbyIrjncjW6FdtfgRSc" data-name="Music with Michal">Music with Michal</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:2uKeR4QBUPG5KTUhMkSjpY" data-name="Katie Thompson">Katie Thompson</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:5DGFzvDaHg7TduMVD3Um6R" data-name="Steffany Beck">Steffany Beck</a> and others
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