31 Dre

31 Dre is a New Zealand artist whose music moves between hip-hop, R&B and melodic late-night music, blending raw experiences, infectious melodies and atmosphere. His journey began years ago, independently building a catalogue and performing across New Zealand. Along the way, Dre earned multiple placements on Auckland’s Local Pulse charts, including a #1 position, and performed in front of crowds numbering in the thousands. His early catalogue became the foundation of the Dre era, with releases including Ruff N Rowdy, The Gutter, Mr Toxic, Dre or Drown, Trying, Trying 2, Active, Day In The Life and Beautiful Girls. In 2024, Dre closed the chapter. The Last Lap marked the end, with “You” and “Body On Me” serving as a farewell to the music industry. After years of recording, performing and releasing music, 31 Dre walked away. Then he disappeared. For two years, there were no new releases. No announcements. No explanation. Until now. In 2026, 31 Dre returned with “DIVA” — not as a continuation of the artist who left, but as the introduction of an entirely new one. That return led to AFTER HOURS DON’T END, an album blending Afro-house rhythms, melodic vocals and atmospheric production. Built around late nights, love and escapism, the project marks a complete shift in sound, aesthetic and direction. The old catalogue remains. The old era is finished. Two years after saying goodbye, 31 Dre is back. This isn’t a comeback to the old sound. It’s a new beginning.