NZME And Duco Events Join Forces On Groundbreaking Full Metal Orchestra And SYNTHONY Origins

New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME) is proud to announce an exclusive media partnership with Duco Events for two extraordinary music experiences coming to Auckland on 26 July – Mānuka Phuel Full Metal Orchestra and a special late-night edition, Mānuka Phuel SYNTHONY Origins.

Building on the phenomenal success of Mānuka Phuel SYNTHONY Festival, the creative minds at Duco are unveiling their latest groundbreaking concepts – a powerful fusion of rock and metal classics reimagined with a full orchestra, then followed by a return to the roots of electronic dance music.

Mānuka Phuel Full Metal Orchestra will deliver iconic rock anthems, featuring orchestral arrangements of legendary tracks from bands such as AC/DC, Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Led Zeppelin.

Mānuka Phuel SYNTHONY Origins will follow as a special late-night edition paying tribute to the golden era of electronic dance music. This return to the roots of dance culture will reimagine iconic anthems from artists including Darude, Eric Prydz, Faithless, Avicii, Fatboy Slim, and Tiësto with the power of a full orchestra, exceptional vocalists, instrumentalists, DJs, and immersive visuals.

David Higgins, Founder and Managing Director of Duco Event says: "We've always enjoyed a strong working relationship with NZME, and we're excited to continue building on the success we've had growing SYNTHONY together. They are the perfect partner to support our launch of the Mānuka Phuel Full Metal Orchestra and our return to the origins of dance music with SYNTHONY Origins."

Emily Travers, NZME Head of Commercial Partnerships & Events says: "SYNTHONY has been an incredible entity to be a part of, and we deeply value our partnership with Duco Events and their impressive event portfolio. We're thrilled to be a key contributor to the evolution of SYNTHONY and have no doubt that both Mānuka Phuel Full Metal Orchestra and SYNTHONY Origins will be highly anticipated events this year."

The partnership will leverage the strength of NZME's portfolio across audio, print, digital and video, with Radio Hauraki taking the lead for Full Metal Orchestra, while NZME's audio stable and The New Zealand Herald will provide full support for both events.

Tickets for Full Metal Orchestra are on sale now, with SYNTHONY Origins ticket sales opening 10am Thursday 15 May.

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