Better Late Never

Better Late Never is an indie-rock band based in Blenheim.

The band was formed to bring new life to a catalogue of previously unreleased 90s-influenced material. Their music draws inspiration from defining 1990s artists, including Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Alanis Morissette, The Breeders, The Cranberries, Fiona Apple, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Band Members:

Megan Rosene: Vocals & Keys

Ellie McCall: Vocals & Guitar

Shelley Durkin Zintl: Vocals & Guitar

Mark Smith: Guitar

Peter Dowling: Guitar

Felipe Mesquita: Bass

Reece MacDonald: Drums

Releases & Recording The band debuted with their singles "Fooled Again" and "The Game" in 2025 and is currently preparing a full-length album scheduled for release over the 2026/2027 summer. They record locally in Blenheim at The Forge Audio with audio engineer Hemi Jones and in Wellington with Toby Lloyd at Tiny Triumph Recordings. Their photos are the stunning work of David James Photography.