Music On Demand
T54 - In Brush Park
Christchurch trio T54 have just released their Flying Nun debut LP- In Brush Park, which was recorded at Sammy's in Dunedin with Thom Bell from David Kilgour and the Heavy Eights. Earlier in the year… Audio
NZ Live - Mara TK and Billy
A music session with father and son. Mara TK is a very talented Wellington based musician and member of Electric Wire Hustle. He and his Dad, blues legend Billy TK are about to start work on an album… Audio
TOKiMONSTA talks production
Tony Stamp chatted to TOKiMONSTA (Jennifer Lee) backstage at Laneway Festival, about the production style she's honed over ten years of beat making. Audio
The Sampler: TV On The Radio, Seeds
Nick Bollinger listens to the sonic daring and pop ambitions of TV On The Radio's latest record, Seeds. Audio
Tiki Taane
Just over a week before the release of his sophomore solo album 'In The World Of Light', Tiki Taane's home town of Christchurch was changed forever, and with it the lives of his whanau in the city… Audio
Interview: Tanya Tagaq | WOMAD 2011
Tanya Tagaq is an Inuit throat singer that could take on the best beat-boxers with her vast array of squelches, pops, lip smacks and grunts. She talks to Music 101 host Kirsten Johnstone about her… Audio
Tahu in Session
Tahu's music is a blend of traditional maori song and instruments, with classical guitar. Audio
Tahuna Breaks Tour Diary
Behind-the-scenes with Tahuna Breaks on their whirlwind European tour; a two-week run that included a slot at England's Glastonbury festival and the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Audio
NZ Live - The Tails of Tennessee
One of our favourite musicians, Andrew London, performs with a new ensemble, one of a number of musical projects he's involved with from his home on the Kapiti Coast. In recent years he's been on NZ… Audio
Taite Music Prize Finalists 2013
We take a listen to the finalists for this year's Taite Music prize. Audio
Taite Music Prize 2013
We take you to the ceremony recognising the best local album of the past year, based on originality, creativity and musicianship, rather than commercial success - as decided by a panel of music… Audio
Taite Music Prize 2014
Winners from the Taite Music Prize Awards 2014, featuring Lorde's acceptance speech, via pre-recorded video link, and Ripper Records' Bryan Staff, who compiled AK79 - the 2014 Independent Music New… Audio
Taite Music Prize 2015
With past winners that include Lawrence Arabia, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Lorde and SJD, the Taite Music Prize - named in honour of music journalist, the late Dylan Taite - has an impressive pedigree… Audio
Taite Music Prize Awards 2012
Nick Atkinson attends the 2012 Taite Music Prize Awards. Named after music journalist, the late Dylan Taite, the award gives $10000 to the creators of the year's most innovative NZ album. Nick speaks… Audio
Taite Music Prize 2014
We hear from Lorde via video link from Las Vegas and talk to her manager Scott Maclachlan as the 17 year-old from the North Shore takes out yet another prestigious gong. There's also a great speech… Audio
Troy Kingi’s new record is not your usual covers album
The story behind Troy Kingi's upcoming album is stranger than fiction. Video, Audio
Tali returns to her drum and bass roots on Love and Migration
Tali makes a welcome return to the world of drum and bass with her new album Love and Migration. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Tali
Tali forged her name in music as a formidable drum and bass MC working with the best international producers. Her dynamic musical output now spans all genres. Video, Audio
Interview: Tamati Waaka from Te Whānau-ā-Apanui | WOMAD 2016
Trevor Reekie discusses kapa haka with Tamati Waaka, one of the leaders of Te Whānau-ā-Apanui. Audio
Tambolele in Session
Live Brazil - a celebration of Brazilian Dance, Music and Cuisine took place in Wellington during October 2009. Headline act Tambolele met each other performing music and clowning in the streets of… Audio
Tame Impala
Perth musician Kevin Parke has just released another glorious sun drenched psychedelic album Lonerism under the pseudonym Tame Impala. Music 101 host Emma Smith talks to band mate and old friend Dom… Audio
Tame Impala
On the recent tour to New Zealand, Tame Impala's Kevin Parker speaks to Emma Smith about the process of translating the music in your mind into music for your ears. Audio
Tami Neilson live at the Tuning Fork
Tami Neilson, her band and guests perform songs by Mavis Staples, Blind Willie Johnson, Ray Charles, Bob Dylan and others live at the Tuning Fork in Auckland. Audio
Tami Neilson live at Roundhead Studios
Our live Live concert series on RNZ Music101 is rather special. Sessions recorded specifically for RNZ Music at Neil Finns Roundhead Studios We recorded 4 NZ bands - on the beautiful Neve desk - and… Video, Audio
Tami Neilson, Don't Be Afraid
Last year's APRA Silver Scroll awardee, Tami Neilson, is about to deliver her new album, Don't Be Afraid, written after the death of her father and fellow musician, Ron Neilson. In this listening… Audio
Tami Neilson presents the Silver Scroll Award to Lorde
Tami Neilson presents the Silver Scroll Award to Ella Yelich-O'Connor, Jack Antonoff and Joel Little Video, Audio
Tamikrest - The Sampler
We listen to the desert-blues of Malian band Tamikrest, which is at once ancient African and influenced by modern western rock. Audio
A musical history with Tami Neilson
Tami Neilson delivers a history lesson in her upcoming tour as she sings the songs of sinners. Audio
Tang Dynasty
Stevie Kaye speaks with long running, and highly influential Chinese rock group Tang Dynasty, in New Zealand as part of the Lantern Festival celebrations. Audio
Tapeman
The elusive, Mysterious Tape Man has been lurking in dark Wellington Alleyways for a few years now, his face always hidden with a wrap of quarter-inch tape. The mask never comes off in public. Sam… Audio
NZ Live - Tasman Quartet
Young Kiwi string Quartet who have just completed a residency at the University of Colorado in Boulder Colorado. Audio
Introducing: Taste Nasa
Taste Nasa, a.k.a. Leroy Clampitt introduces his song 'I'd Like To Be Your Girl'. Audio
NZ Live - Tattletale Saints
The Auckland based twosome Tattletale Saints. Almost two years on from their last performance on NZ Live, they are back with a new look and some exciting news. Audio
Tattletale Saints
After retiring the name and the repertoire of Her Make Believe Band, Cy Winstanley and Vanessa McGowan are embracing their country music cravings. They've just brought their first Tattletale Saints… Audio
Introducing - Tawahinga
Tawahinga, with the song Loosely from his EP Bedcat. http://tawahinga.bandcamp.com/album/bedcat-ep Audio
Taxi DJs share the sounds they love in a unique music experience
After Hours: Taxi DJ is a Wellington event where taxi drivers welcome punters into their cars to share their favourite beats. Yadana Saw headed along to meet the drivers cum selectors. Video, Audio
Taxi Driver Request - Andrew from England
Emma Smith speaks with taxi driver Andrew, on The Terrace in Wellington. Audio
Flash Taylor from SONY ATV on Music Publishing
Flash Taylor of SONY ATV on Music Publishing. Audio
Te Ao Marama - Matariki
Matariki is upon us, and with it, festivals, concerts, and exhibitions all around the country. In mid-June a concert at Wellington's Museum of City and Sea, presented by Chamber Music NZ, which… Audio
Te Aratoi in Session
The multi-talented Riki Bennett, Eynon Delamere and Rewi Spraggon of Maori music group Te Aratoi have a chat and play guitar and a selection of Taonga Puoro live in the Radio New Zealand studio to… Audio
Te Aumihi Hapeta & Reiwhati Heremia - 'Tirama'
Jarrod Dodd, station manager of Whakatane's Tumeke FM introduces 'Tirama' by Te Aumihi Hapeta & Reiwhati Heremia Video, Audio
Te Kaahu - Matariki Korero
Em Walker aka THIEA talks to Kara Rickard about her album Te Kaahu O Rangi and chooses a favourite song for Matariki. Audio
The kaupapa behind the Te Kākano album
Makaira Berry and Hamiora Tuari speak about their new project Te Kākano which fuses soul, pop, R&B and most importantly te reo into an exciting new album. Audio
Live: Te Kapa Haka o Te Whānau-ā-Apanui at WOMAD 2016
Te Kapa Haka o Te Whānau-ā-Apanui perform on the opening night of WOMAD 2016. Audio
Te Kōtare
Te Kōtare is a waiata resource for young New Zealanders. The crowdfunded project was dreamed up by the late Jenny Shearer, an early childhood teacher who did not live to see her ambitions fulfilled… Audio
Te Ku Te Whe Remixed
Richard Nunns and the late Hirini Melbourne are significant figures in the revival of te reo (the Maori language) and taonga pouro (the instruments) respectively. Their 1993 album Te Ku Te Whe ("The… Audio
Fat Freddy's whanau at Te Rā o te Raukura 2017
Yadana Saw heads out the 23rd annual Te Rā o te Raukura festival at Waiwhetū Marae. Audio
Kirsten Te Rito
Kirsten Te Rito is a Wellington singer who's recorded with bands such as Wai and Little Bushman, and been seen on stage as part of musical theatre productions like Miss Saigon and The Lion King. Now… Audio
Pacific band Te Vaka on their soundtrack to Disney film Moana
Opoteia Foa'i, frontman of long-running, pan-Pacific band Te Vaka has worked with Hollywood film composers to create music for the latest Disney animated feature - Moana. Audio
Live: Te Whanau-a-Apanui at WOMAD 2016
Te Whanau-a-Apanui perform 'Kahui', which tells the story of one of the iwi's waka journeying from Hawaiki to Aotearoa. Audio
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori: what role can music play?
To celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, RNZ Music spoke to some of our favourite musicians who sing in te reo. We asked them to share their top Māori phrase and tell us about why music is important to… Audio
Teacups
The Teacups play songs and drink warm leafy beverages in the Music 101 studio. Audio
Team Dynamite: Live @ Auckland Arts Festival 2021
On this special evening the trio lay down an astonishing set of tracks old and new, featuring appearances from Bailey Wiley and Diggy Dupe, live at the Auckland Town Hall as support act for Che-Fu &… Audio
Technical NZ Music Awards
The first of the NZ Music awards- The Tuis, were handed out this week, for technical excellence. Gina Keil and Harry A'Court won Best Album Cover, for Fat Freddy's Drop Blackbird,and Lee Prebble… Audio
Live Session: Teeks
Te Karehana Gardiner-Toi has the kind of voice that gives you goosebumps. Going by the name Teeks, he's just released his debut EP, which was produced in New York by Jeremy Most, who has worked with… Video, Audio
Teen Pan Alley - part 1
Simon Morris presents part one of the Brill Building story: "Teenagers in Love". Audio
Teen Pan Alley - Part 2
Simon Morris presents part two of the Brill Building story: "Who put the bomp?" Audio
Teen Pan Alley - part 3
Simon Morris presents part three of the Brill Building story: Up on the Roof. Audio
Teen Pan Alley - part 4
Simon Morris presents part four of the Brill Building story Leader of the Pack. Audio
Teen Pan Alley
The songwriters crammed into New York's the Brill Building changed pop song writing forever; Simon Morris presents part five of Teen Pan Alley: 'Neck in noose bye bye'. Audio
The Teenagers Outtake
French group The Teenagers get fresh with Kirsten Johnstone. Audio
A Dazzling Set - Teeth
Teeth is a pan-generational supergroup comprised of Phoenix Foundation members Luke Buda and Tom Callwood, ex-Muttonbirds' David Long and go-to-avant garde jazz drummer Anthony Donaldson. They have… Audio
Tegan and Sara's Pop Manoeuvre
Sara Quin of Tegan and Sara fame talks to long-time fan and fellow Canadian Sarin Moddle about the group's recent pop turn. Video, Audio
Tekau Rikirangi Gage - Te Aomuhurangi (performed live by Rob Ruha)
Tekau Rikirangi Gage Te Aomuhurangi Audio
Screw the charts, 2017's been a great year for NZ Music
Joanna Hunkin painted a pretty dark view of the state of our local music industry in a NZ Herald article last week, but is chart success even worth worrying about? Includes top 11 NZ music moments of… Video, Audio
Kate Tempest
Straddling the worlds of music, theatre and literary, British performance poet and rapper Kate Tempest chronicles the gritty underworld of her stomping ground, South East London. She's just released… Audio
Kate Tempest Live at Kings Arms
South East London poet, spoken word and hip hop artist Kate Tempest performs at Auckland's Kings Arms. Audio
Julian Temple Band
After touring his fourth album, Upsidedownbackwards, through his native California in 2013, Julian Temple and his family left their beachside home in Dunedin to try living in the USA.Now based in… Audio
Married duo Terrible Sons on parenting, intentional living, and being a 'streaming band'
Christchurch duo Terrible Sons have just released their debut EP, the songs the product of getting married, having kids, and living a very different life to the one they lived in their 20s. Kirsten… Video, Audio
Craig Terris - Bleat your Heart Out
Hell Is Other People, Baconfoot, Bunnies on Ponies, Bachelorette, Fly My Pretties, Cassette... Craig Terris has kept time for an impressive lineup of artists over the years, and he's recalled the… Audio
NZ Live - Craig Terris
Wellington singer / songwriter, Craig Terris has his debut solo album out after working with Bachelorette, Lawrence Arabia and Cassette. Audio
Introducing: Terror of the Deep
With the song 'Fallen Down Tree'. terrorofthedeepnz.bandcamp.com 2 February 2013 Audio
Tesla Coil Music
Melody Thomas reports on the strange sights and sounds coming from Victoria University of Wellington, where she finds three musical Tesla Coils, a robotic backing band, and some very clever people… Audio
Th' Dudes
Charlotte Ryan talks to Dave Dobbyn and Peter Urlich about their old band Th' Dudes. Audio
Gary Thain on Musical Chairs (Part 1) First to the Big Smoke
The Christchurch-born bass player who played with top British acts The Keef Hartley Band and heavy rockers Uriah Heep. Audio
The 'F' word, sexism and music
Lizzie Marvelly, Evelyn Morris and Karyn Hay share their experiences in the music industry with Yadana Saw. Audio
The 1975
Charlotte Ryan interviews frontman of English pop-rock group The 1975, Matty Healy. Audio
The Amazing Nina Simone
Upon the U.S. release of the documentary The Amazing Nina Simone. Trevor Reekie speaks about the remarkable talent and the life of the artist to the film director Jeff Lieberman. Video, Audio
Introducing: The Basement Tapes
The Basement Tapes with 'Release Me' from The Vapour EP. http://thebasementtapesproducer.bandcamp.com/ 29 June 2013 Audio
The Beatles New Zealand Tour 1964 Part 1: The Arrival
The Beatles have landed! The Beatles arrive in Wellington on 21 June 1964. 7000 fans turn up at the airport. Ringo names his gift Tiki "Fred". The group make their famous appearance of the balcony of… Audio
The Beatles New Zealand Tour 1964 Part 2: Wellington
The Beatles play their first four concerts in Wellington. Screaming overpowers the local sound system while hotel security is breached by a group of female fans. The group play the same set of songs… Audio
The Beatles New Zealand Tour 1964 Part 3
The Beatles in Auckland. The Beatles play four concerts in Auckland City, attend a Mayoral Welcome, crowd control becomes a serious issue and schools are hit by mass absenteeism. A bomb threat delays… Audio
The Beatles New Zealand Tour 1964 Part 4
The Beatles in Dunedin. The Beatles play two concerts in Dunedin. The Police begin to take Beatlemania seriously as Lennon is injured by fans and a group of locals provide a decoy to enable the band… Audio
The Beatles New Zealand Tour 1964 Part 5
The Beatles in Christchurch. The Beatles play their final two concerts in Christchurch, and call New Zealand audience "tame" despite having eggs, jellybeans and marbles thrown at them. The following… Audio
The Beijing Experimental Underground
Daniel Beban takes a tour of the underground experimental music scene in Beijing, where he discovers a tight-knit community of artists who create their music on the fringes of mainstream Chinese… Audio
The Best of Introducing 2016
The best of Introducing 2016, as selected by Zac Arnold. Audio
Big Day Out Special 2014
Around 40,000 people streamed through the gates yesterday for the first Big Day Out to be held at Western Springs. Music 101 reporters Sam Wicks and Nick Atkinson were both relishing the chance to… Audio
The Chills live at NZ Festival 2016
Dunedin Flying Nun band The Chills became known internationally in the early 80s for jangly pop songs 'Pink Frost', 'I Love My Leather Jacket' and 'Heavenly Pop Hit'. Frontman Martin Phillipps hasn't… Audio
The Conjurors - Hint
Auckland's heartiest party band The Conjurors have made a name for themselves by throwing caution, and themselves to the wind. Zac Arnold talks to Matthew Crawley and Gareth Shute about the new EP Hin… Audio
The Corner
We say goodbye to NZ Music website The Corner and hear the highest and lowest ranking local songs from their controversial Great Sounds Great/ Bad Sounds Bad column. Audio
The Count Basie Orchestra: Scotty Barnhart
Nick Bollinger talks to Scotty Barnhart, musical director of the Count Basie Orchestra ahead of their New Zealand tour. Audio
The Crypt
A new pop-up venue has appeared in Wellington, right under the nose of St Mary of the Angels. It's called the Crypt Sessions and features a diverse mix of vocal performance artists and experimental… Audio
The Dark Arts of The Nudge
Yadana Saw crashes The Nudge's band meeting the night before the release of their new album, Dark Arts. Audio
The Darkness on the upside and downsides to fame
Alex Behan discusses the upside and downside of fame with Justin Hawkins of The Darkness Audio
The Exponents - 2015 Legacy Award winners
The Exponents have been announced as the 2015 New Zealand Music Awards' Legacy Award winners. Before they are inducted into the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame, founding Exponents Jordan Luck and Brian… Video, Audio
The Exponents live at the Powerstation
Equal parts concert and audience sing-along, perennial live favourites Jordan Luck and (the original line-up of) the Dance Exponents play a 'greatest hits' set at the Powerstation, November 2013. Audio
The Feelers: live in session
From busking in Christchurch's Cashel Mall to four number-one albums, James Reid and Hamish Gee from The Feelers reflect on 25 years as one of New Zealand's most successful bands. Video, Audio
John Edwards - The First Copyright Tribunal Ruling.
This week the first penalty payment was awarded through the newly established Copyright Tribunal. We talk with lawyer John Edwards about how the Copyright Tribunal has interpreted the controversial… Audio
Flaming Lips
The Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne talks to Emma Smith about songwriting, dressing up, and being BFFs with Miley Cyrus. Audio
The 40 Watt Banana - Peeled
The 40 Watt Banana was a band who formed in Wellington in 1968 performing Indo-Afro psychedelic music. Trevor Reekie talks to band member Kevin Clark about an album that took 48 years to see the light… Audio
The Friendly Barnacle in Session
Kirsten Johnstone of Music 101 talks and listens to Warner and Sophie -The Friendly Barnacle - another Phoenix Foundation side-project. The songs are: Mortar & Bricks, Nervous Rattle, and Cold Breeze.
…The Grand Ole Hayride: Tami Neilson, Delaney Davidson and Marlon Williams live at the Vic Theatre (part 2)
Evoking memories of a golden age of country music, local musicians Tami Neilson, Delaney Davidson, Marlon Williams and Dave Kahn band together in the tradition of the old-time live radio show to… Audio
The Grow Room finds strength in numbers
The Grow Room is a creative space in Auckland that's home to a increasing collective of music producers, who've received a great deal of acclaim in just a few years. Audio
The Growing family of Kitty Daisy and Lewis
Alex Behan speaks with Kitty the youngest of the siblings,Kitty, Daisy and Lewis about hangover cures, making the album themselves and their amazing support team on the road. Audio
The Handsome Family In Session
Amercian husband and wife duo The Handsome Family stop by the studio to play songs. Audio
Live: Hipstamatics - Super Soul Review
Hipstamatics perform live at the Super Soul Review at the Powerstation in Auckland. Video, Audio, Gallery
The Internet: coming out from the shadow of Odd Future
Odd Future-affiliated soul outfit The Internet talk to Sam Wicks. Audio
Interview: The Jerry Cans | WOMAD 2016
Trevor Reekie speaks with Nancy Mike and Andrew Morrison of The Jerry Cans. Audio
Veteran Aussie pub rockers The Johnnys are back on the road
Relentless touring is a punishing experience and can take a physical and mental toll on a band, but veteran Australian pub rockers, The Johnnys, thrived on it. Trevor Reekie catches up with founding… Video, Audio
The Labcoats
The Labcoats are a six-piece superstar Wellington band who have finally released their second album, O'Potassium. Samuel Scott went along to the sound check of their album release to find out how a… Audio
The Larry Normans interview
Personnel changes can spell the death of some bands - but not for Auckland's The Larry Normans. In November 2006 The Larry Normans' lead throat Matthew Hyde was ousted days after the release of their… Audio
The Leonard Simpson Duo: the hip hop project bridging Detroit and NZ
Veteran Detroit rapper Guilty Simpson has worked with some of the best producers in hip hop's history, so how did he hook up with kiwi musical all-rounder Jeremy Toy (AKA Leonard Charles)? As Tony… Audio
The Logg Cabin Soul Hour: 7 June , 2021
On a special Logg Cabin Soul Hour Mark Williams, aka MC Slave from Fat Freddy's Drop, presents 60 minutes of the sweetest soul music from Aotearoa and beyond. Audio
The Logg Cabin Soul Hour: part two
In this special Logg Cabin Soul Hour, Mark Williams (aka MC Slave) presents 60 minutes of the sweetest soul music from Aotearoa and beyond. Video, Audio
The Lonesome Pine Specials in Session
Named after a Carter Family song, The Lonesome Pine Specials dust off some old-timey US folk songs with authentic nasal three-part harmonies, courtesy of Ben Wooley (Unfaithful Ways), fiddler Flora… Audio
The Mamaku Project - New Zealand Live
Auckland's Mamaku Project on New Zealand Live with Pacifica dub/reggae and jazz. Audio
The Maori Show Bands Part 1: Music Was A Hunger
Piripi Walker finds out about the musical training which began at home and on the marae, and the early years performing in bands such as the Three Deuces, the Quin Tiki's and the Hi Fives. Video, Audio
The Maori Show Bands Part 2: Millions of Hours of Happiness
Piripi Walker follows the journeys of show bands like the Maori Volcanics, the Quin Tiki's, and the Hi Fives, in Australia, America and Asia. Audio
The Maori Show Bands Part 3: I May Sail on Many a Sea
In the final of this series about the Maori showbands we hear highlights of the concert and panel discussion from the launch of the Maori Showbands online exhibition at Te Papa in Wellington in… Audio
Living in the moment with The Map Room
The Map Room perform songs from their second album Weatherless and talk about travel, music and staying in the moment. Video, Audio
The Means
This new Auckland trio are unveiling a modern take on the classic session-band concept. Audio
Live Session: The Miltones
To celebrate the release of their debut album and tour, local Americana rockers The Miltones perform a live session and speak to Alex Behan about their journey so far. Video, Audio
Fire: the Minecraft music festival
Fire Festival is a virtual music festival that pulled in almost 90,000 punters within the computer game Minecraft. Festival founder Max Schramp explains how to host a 2-day online music festival. Audio
The Mint Chicks - F--k The Golden Youth
On 13 August 2004, The Mint Chicks' Kody and Ruban Nielson, Michael Logie and Paul Roper retreated to a secluded bach at Oakura Bay, Northland to begin a two-week recording session for what would be… Audio
The Mission - goth-rockers return
English goth-rockers The Mission are returning to NZ as part of their 30th anniversary world tour. Bandleader Wayne Hussey talks to Trevor Reekie from his home in Brazil about their glory years, his… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Derek Jacombs
In The Mixtape, Derek Jacombs talks to Nick Bollinger about his influences and inspirations, and introduces a few of his current favourites. Audio
The Mixtape: Parris Goebel
Polyswagg dance phenomenon and now singer Parris Goebel (aka Parri$) shares the music that motivates her and speaks about creativity, strength and passion. Audio
The Mixtape: Wellington Paranormal's Karen O'Leary
Karen O'Leary is a preschool educator by day and a cop in the TV series Wellington Paranormal by night. She chooses some favourite tunes, shares some of her own compositions and chats to Yadana Saw. Audio
The Mixtape: Gemma Syme
Today's selector is Christchurch's Gemma Syme from RDU 98.5 FM. Audio
The MixTape: Coco Solid
Celebrity musical guests are invited in to spin their choicest cuts - today sassy wordsmith Coco Solid, aka Jessica Hansell plays us some of her favourites. Audio
The Mixtape: SJD
SJD, aka Sean James Donnelly, is about to release a collection of miniature synth-pop songs. He joins Kirsten Johnstone to preview some of these alongside some of the synth greats. Audio
The Mixtape: AWA
This week's RNZ Music mixtape selector is best known as the vocalist for Nesian Mystik. But since the band called time Te Awanui Reeder has been a busy musician, student, father and iwi business man… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Andrew Tolley
For New Zealand Music Month we've invited our guests to make us a mixtape of their fave local releases. Here is Andrew Tolley's C60 of underground rarities and obscure tracks from our land. Audio
The Mixtape - Anna Coddington
Anna Coddington makes us a perfect summer Mixtape - bursting full of yacht-rock faves. Audio
The Mixtape: Barnaby Weir
The Black Seeds frontman shares his completely BBQ reggae-free selection of locally sourced tunes, and tells Yadana Saw a few yarns. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Bernie Griffen
Singer-songwriter, self-proclaimed rascal and longtime NZ folk and country music advocate Bernie Griffen joins Melody Thomas for the latest RNZ Music Mixtape. Audio
The Mixtape: Bill Manhire
Making our Mixtape today is Bill Manhire, one of our best known and acclaimed poets, and one of the most influential - he’s taught hundreds of successful fiction writers, playwrights and poets over… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Booga Beazley
The one and only frontman of HLAH, Booga Beazley sits down with Kirsten Johnstone to share his favourite tunes and tall tales. Audio
The Mixtape: Charlotte Yates
This week's Mixtape selector is singer-songwriter Charlotte Yates, one of the most versatile and enduring personalities in the local music landscape. She speaks with Kirsten Johnstone about her many… Audio
The Mixtape: Chris Matthews
Headless Chickens’ principal songwriter Chris Matthews joins Tony Stamp for the RNZ Music Mixtape, and reminisces about his life in music. Audio
The Mixtape: Dave Gibson
Elemeno P frontman Dave Gibson is this week's RNZ Music Mixtape selector. He chooses some songs and has a yarn with Yadana Saw. Audio
The Mixtape: David Farrier
When he's not making documentaries about competitive tickling or danger tourism, David Farrier enjoys listening to music. In this week's Mixtape he shares five of his favourite songs. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Don McGlashan
Legendary New Zealand musician Don McGlashan – the man behind beloved hits including 'Dominion Road' and 'Anchor Me' – joins Kirsten Johnstone to select songs for the RNZ Music Mixtape. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Fiona McDonald
Fiona McDonald shares seven songs that have influenced her, as well as stories of motherhood, joining her favourite band ever, and fronting TV shows that no one watched (or needed). Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Grant Smithies
Grant Smithies is a music critic, writer, reviewer and record store owner. He shares his favourite songs and tales of alternative careers in his mixtape with Yadana Saw. Audio
The Mixtape: Henry Oliver
This week's RNZ Music Mixtape selector is Henry Oliver. Currently the editor at Metro Magazine, he's also been the bassist in Die Die Die, a proprietor of popular K'Rd bar DOC, and a budding tennis… Audio
The Mixtape: Hugh Sundae
Hugh Sundae started his career as a volunteer at Auckland's 95bFM when he was fourteen. Twenty five years later he's just finished a three year stint as General Manager. In this week's Mixtape Hugh… Video, Audio
The Mixtape - Jaz Coleman
The Killing Joke frontman and classical composer picks five of his favourite songs and spins plenty of yarns about his life and career. Audio
The Mixtape: Jim and Max from Radio Active
This week's mixtape selectors are father-and-son duo Jim Scott and Max Scott-Murray, who have a lifelong connection to Wellington's Radio Active 88.6FM. Audio
The Mixtape: Jonathan Lemalu
Opera singer Jonathan Fa'afetai Lemalu joins Kirsten Johnstone for an hour of chat and some of his favourite songs. Audio
The Mixtape: King Kapisi
Local hip-hop heavyweight King Kapisi was the first hip-hop artist ever to win the Silver Scroll - NZ's most coveted songwriting award - back in 1999. These days he's a father, grandfather, basketball… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Lizzie Marvelly
In this week's mixtape, Lizzie Marvelly shares the songs that have travelled around the globe with her. She speaks with Yadana Saw. Audio
The Mixtape - Lloyd Scott
RNZ's All Night presenter Lloyd Scott is this week's mixtape selector. He shares his favourite tunes and stories before he hangs up his headphones and switches off the mic on a 50+ year career. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Melody Thomas
RNZ's Melody Thomas's has a new podcast BANG! starting on Monday, so Yadana Saw has her in to make a Mixtape. Audio
The Mixtape - Nathan Haines
Charlotte Ryan interviews Nathan Haines for The Mixtape. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Pearl from 95bFM
This week's mixtape selector is Pearl Little, 95bFM's Top Ten presenter. She speaks with Melody Thomas about being involved with the Auckland independent radio station. Audio
The Mixtape: Rick Bryant
Rick Bryant has been the vocalist and bandleader in bands like Original Sin, Mammal, Blerta, Rick Bryant and the Jive Bombers, The Jubilation Gospel Choir and the Windy City Strugglers. Here he talks… Audio
The Mixtape: Sam Trevethick
Sam Trevethick from Shapeshifter picks the songs on The Mixtape today and talks about his life and career in the drum and bass band, who have been performing for over twenty years. Audio
The Mixtape: Shona Laing
On this week's Mixtape one of New Zealand's finest singer-songwriters Shona Laing shares five of her favourite songs, and reminisces about her life and career. Audio
The Mixtape: Simon Grigg
NZ music industry stalwart Simon Grigg talks us through six of his favourite songs, and the people who helped shape his illustrious career for the RNZ Music Mixtape. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Sir Vere
In 1993 Phil Bell AKA Sir Vere co-founded 95bFM's True School Hip Hop Show. Since then he's dabbled in TV and publishing, and is now Program and Content Director at Mai FM. Ahead of the True School… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Steph Brown
This week's Mixtape selector is Steph Brown (AKA Lips), whose theatre show was the basis of the new musical film Daffodils, which she's also a musical director on. Steph tells us about what it's… Audio
The Mixtape: Taite Music Prize finalists
Alex Behan gives us a sample of the music nominated for the prestigious Taite Music Prize, including tunes from Aldous Harding, Nadia Reid, Teeks, Fazerdaze and more. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Victoria Kelly
This week, Victoria Kelly takes us through her C60 of beautiful music. Audio
The Mixtape: Adam McGrath
This week's RNZ Music mixtape selector is The Eastern's Adam McGrath. He picks tunes and shares tales of his rugged Southern upbringing with Kirsten Johnstone. Video, Audio
The Mixtape Anika Moa
Celebrity musical guests are invited in to spin their choicest cuts. Accomplished singer/songwriter, winner of the NZ Music Awards 2010 best female artist award, and hard-case gal Anika Moa steps up.
…The Mixtape: Bill Direen
Bill Direen is a polymath: a musician, writer and performer who has been creating work across a variety of media since the late 1970s. He speaks to Nick Bollinger about his music and influences and… Audio
The Mixtape Bret McKenzie
Member of Flight Of The Concords and co-founder of the Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra, Bret McKenzie talks Music 101 host Kirsten Johnstone through some of his favorite songs, and talks… Audio
The Mixtape: Dick Frizzell
New Zealand artist Dick Frizzell reflects on his life and talks us through five of his favourite songs – which all happen to be homegrown. Video, Audio
The Mixtape Homebrew
For the Summer Mixtape series; guests are invited in to spin their choicest cuts. Rapper and philosopher Tom Scott from hip hop crew Homebrew chooses the cuts. Audio
The Mixtape: Jeremy Taylor
To celebrate the 11th International Record Store Day, Slow Boat Records' Jeremy Taylor shares his stories and songs from life behind the record shop counter. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Lawrence Arabia
James Milne AKA Lawrence Arabia talks to Charlotte Ryan about six of his favourite songs, and his career as a songwriter. Audio
The Mixtape Robyn Malcom
This week’s selector is Robyn Malcolm who has graced local stage and screen for the past three decades, she speaks to Yadana Saw about the songs that have stuck with her through the years
The Mixtape: Tom Scott
Auckland rapper Tom Scott's collaborative project Avantdale Bowling Club has taken out the 2019 Taite Music Prize, which recognises outstanding creativity in an album. He joined Kirsten Johnstone to… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Kirsten Johnstone
After sixteen years at RNZ Music, content producer and presenter Kirsten Johnstone is moving on. She joins Tony Stamp to reflect on her life and career, and play ten of her favourite songs. Video, Audio, Gallery
The Mixtape: Auld Lang Syne 2016
RNZ Music's Nick Bollinger and Yadana Saw remember our musical friends who have died in 2016. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Aldous Harding
Aldous Harding is home in New Zealand for the summer, preparing a full band for shows in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. She joins Kirsten Johnstone to play some of the songs that she’s been… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Barry Saunders
Solo artist and frontman for The Warratahs Barry Saunders chooses a C60 of songs from the artists and bands he's toured with in years both recent and past. Audio
The Mixtape: Broods
This week's RNZ Mixtape selectors Broods share their favourite songs. Brother and sister Caleb and Georgia Nott talk about their musical family and unreal Los Angeles life with Yadana Saw. Audio
The Mixtape: Claire Cowan
She's the first woman to write a full-length ballet score in Aotearoa, she's won many awards for her composition, and she's on the road with her group The Blackbird Ensemble, interpreting the songs… Audio
The Mixtape: DJ Mu
DJ Mu of Fat Freddys Drop digs into his vinyl bag of party faves and lifelong loves for his C60 selections for the M101 Mixtape Audio
The Mixtape: David Benge
For New Zealand Music Month we've invited our guests to make us a mixtape of their fave local release. This week David Benge of VICE New Zealand sits down with Zac Arnold. Audio
The Mixtape: David Ridler
For NZ Music Month, we invite musical guests compile a C60 of local sounds, and talk us through their selections. This week David Ridler, NZ on Air's new head of music sits down with Kirsten… Audio
The Mixtape: Ebony Lamb
Ebony Lamb of folk-country band Eb and Sparrow shares her C60 faves for The Mixtape. Audio
The Mixtape: Eddie Johnston AKA Lontalius/Race Banyon
Eddie Johnston makes us a mixtape of tracks that inspires his dual musical personalities: Lontalius and Race Banyon. Audio
The Mixtape: Garth Cartwright
Garth Cartwright, a New Zealand-born, London-based music and arts writer chooses tunes and talks to Trevor Reekie about hitting the road, exploring new places, absorbing the music and encouraging the… Audio
The Mixtape: Godfrey De Grut
Godfrey De Grut lectures in popular music at University of Auckland. The composer, saxophonist won the 2002 Silver Scroll for co-writing Che Fu's 'Misty Frequencies', and has played keys for Kanye… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Harry Lyon
Hello Sailor's Harry Lyon joins Trevor Reekie for an hour of chat and some of his favourite tunes. Audio
The Mixtape: James Moss of Jayrem Records
James Moss of Jayrem Records selects a mixtape. Audio
The Mixtape: Jordan Luck
This week's RNZ Music Mixtape selector is the local king of summer gigs, Jordan Luck. He shares his c60 of favourite New Zealand music with Yadana Saw. Audio
The Mixtape: Julien Dyne
Drummer-producer-painter Julien Dyne gives us a masterclass in his most influential jazz, krautrock and rare groove tracks on the RNZ Music Mixtape. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Karl Steven
Karl Steven of Supergroove, The Drab Doo Riffs and Heart Attack Alley is the RNZ Mixtape selector. He shares his songs and stories of being in bands to studying for his PhD at Cambridge. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Leila Adu
Composer, musician, researcher Leila Adu shares her mixtape of eclectic activist music for this week's RNZ Mixtape. She speaks with Yadana Saw. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Lorraine Barry
Lorraine Barry is the manager behind Dave Dobbyn, Tom Scott, Mark Vanilau and Nomad. In her RNZ Music mixtape she shares songs and tales from her international career working with Massive Attack… Audio
Super Rugby, Haiti, Ethiopia and one saxophone
This week's mixtape guest is Wellington saxophonist Lucien Johnson who has just completed his doctoral research in Ethio-groove music. Lucien shares tales and songs from the far-flung places he and… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Luke Rowell
As Distasteradio, Luke Rowell makes synth-pop to make even the most staunch shoegazer dance, and as vapourwave act Eyeliner harks back to the heyday of shoulder-pads and capitalism. Listen to Luke… Audio
The Mixtape: Māni Dunlop
Midday Report presenter and RNZ’s Maori News Director Māni Dunlop flexes her music selection skills in this week's Mixtape. She speaks with Yadana Saw. Audio
The Mixtape: Mark Cubey
This week's RNZ Music mixtape selector is the outgoing Saturday Mornings producer Mark Cubey. He speaks with Yadana Saw about his decade in the job and many other things he's turned his hand to. Audio
The Mixtape: Martin Phillipps
The Chills frontman Martin Phillipps delves deep into his back pockets to present an eclectic and personal selection of music inspired by the joy of discovery. Audio
The Mixtape: Moana Maniapoto
Moana Maniapoto, a Ngāti Tūwharetoa musician, writer and documentary-maker rose to prominence in the 90s with her band The Moahunters (later The Tribe) and is one of the world’s most successful Māori… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Myele Manzanza
This week's RNZ Music Mixtape selector is drummer Myele Manzanza. The accomplished musician who's played across jazz, RnB, and hip-hop shares some tracks that have inspired his sound. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Nadia Reid
Singer-songwriter Nadia Reid plays some of her favourite songs and speaks with Kirsten Johnstone. Audio
The Mixtape: Peter Urlich
The NZ music veteran talks to Charlotte about his extensive career and shares some of his musical favourites. Audio
The Mixtape: Ria Hall
APRA Maioha Award winner Ria Hall reminisces over the songs that sound tracked her youth in this 2015 RNZ Music Mixtape. Ria speaks with Melody Thomas. Audio
The Mixtape: Rose Matafeo
Comedian, actress, and director Rose Matafeo talks about starting in comedy at age fifteen, being raised Rastafarian, her upcoming project for HBO Max, and plays six songs that were introduced to her… Audio
The Mixtape: Russell Brown
This week, Public Address' Russell Brown compiles a C60 of his favourite selections. Audio
The Mixtape: Sam Wicks
RNZ Music producer Sam Wicks walks us through a C60's worth of musical selections. Audio
The Mixtape: Sandy Mill
Sandy Mill is the voice heard on the albums of SJD, Neil Finn, and Placebo. After nearly three decades of the music business, she's finally released her own EP. She shares her mixtape of favourite… Audio
The Mixtape: Sol3Mio
In the first of Summer Music 101's Mixtape season, SOL3 MIO's Pene and Amitai Pati and Moses Mackay introduce a playlist that runs the gamut from Luciano Pavarotti to Boyz II Men. Audio
The Mixtape: Teresa Patterson
Teresa Paterson has been involved in the NZ music industry for more than two decades working in band management, PR and at record labels, including a stint as the head of Virgin Records NZ. She shares… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: The Beths
To celebrate the release of their second album Jump Rope Gazers Jon and Liz from The Beths join Charlotte to play some of their favourite tunes. Audio
The Mixtape: Theia
NZ pop royalty Theia speaks with Charlotte Ryan about leaving a major label & going independent, writing waiata in te reo, her whakapapa, plus shares some of her favourite music. Audio
The Mixtape: Tigilau Ness
Tigilau Ness is an activist and reggae icon, whose band Unity Pacific won Best Roots Album at the Tuis last year. In 2009 he was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Pacific Music Awards… Audio
The Mixtape: Tiki Taane
Tiki Taane is this week's mixtape guest. He shares his mix of protest songs and tales of wayward youth with Yadana Saw. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Tim Batt
The comedian, podcaster and politics enthusiast discusses some of his favourite music with Charlotte Ryan. Audio
The Mixtape: Sneaky Feelings' David Pine
Sneaky Feelings were one of the first bands signed to Flying Nun Records. Over thirty years later they're gearing up to play their first shows in ten years, in support of a new album, Progress… Audio
The Mixtape: Karyn Rachtman
Karyn Rachtman is one of the most influential music supervisors in the world, due to her work on film soundtracks including Pulp Fiction, Boogie Nights and Moulin Rouge. Joining us for the RNZ Music… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Trevor Reekie
Trevor Reekie has been a pivotal figure in the NZ music scene throughout his career, from helping discover Bic Runga and Shihad to showcasing trans-global artists on RNZ. Here Trevor shares five songs… Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Unitone Hifi
Seminal '90s dub merchants Unitone Hifi have been quiet in recent years, but they're re-energized and working on new material ahead of their appearance at Laneway 2018. Tony Stamp sat down with the… Audio
Music Biz 2014 - Local Live Music Scene
Journalists Duncan Grieve and Matt Nippert mull over the state of the local live music scene. Audio
Music Biz 2014 - Digital Sales And Streaming
Journalists Duncan Grieve and Matt Nippert mull over the state of the local and international music industry- the downturning of digital sales and the upswing of streaming. Audio
The Music Mix for 21 February 2013
Since Maree Sheehan's nomination in the most promising vocalist category at the 1993 Music Awards the singer-songwriter has spent more time behind the scenes than out front. Sheehan squeezes writing… Audio
The Music of the Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands - halfway between Norway and Iceland, and still with some Danish governance, have been 'settled' by various cultures over the past ten centuries, leading to a unique music culture… Audio
The Musical Pen
Publisher and jazz reviewer Fergus Barrowman explains why putting music into words is probably the hardest form of writing there is; jazz pianist Norman Meehan explains why it helps to be a musician -… Audio
The benefits of breaking up in public
Thom and Alisa from The Naked and Famous talk world tours, surviving in LA, and keeping the band together post-relationship breakup. Audio
The Nomad
Daimon Schwalger started out as a club DJ almost two decades back, now he's one of New Zealand's most respected studio producers. Audio
The Phoenix Foundation Live at the Powerstation 2020
The Phoenix Foundation played Auckland's Powerstation as part of the band's first nationwide tour in 5 years. Their dynamic performance featured new songs from their latest celebrated album Friend… Audio
The Phoenix Foundation Live at the Powerstation
In November 2020 The Phoenix Foundation played Auckland's Powerstation as part of the band's first nationwide tour in 5 years. Their dynamic performance featured new songs from their latest celebrated… Audio
Phoenix Foundation Live at The Powerstation
Last month, The Phoenix Foundation finished off their Give Up Your Dreams tour with a show at Auckland venue, The Powerstation. RNZ's Andre Upston was there. Audio
The Pips 2015
For the last M101 show for 2015 we thought it fitting to hand out some awards to some very deserving musicians. Anika Moa presents the inaugural RNZ Pips Awards. Audio
The Mixtape: Thomas Oliver
Singer-songwriter Thomas Oliver shares a Mixtape of songs that introduced him to artists or a genre he consequently grew to love. Audio
Episode 1 – The Project/Object
James Gardner looks at Frank Zappa's early work and influences and teases out the threads running through the composer's oeuvre (The Project/Object) that will be examined more closely in the rest of… Audio
Episode 2 – The Central Scrutinizer
Throughout his career Frank Zappa tirelessly and candidly documented in song the behaviour and "folklore" of his many bands as well as contemporary society, often in a highly contentious way. James… Audio
Episode 3 – Shut Up 'n Play Yer Guitar
Overlooked by many, Frank Zappa's idiosyncratic guitar playing was important not only in its own right but also for the many compositions it spawned via transcriptions. James Gardner discusses what… Audio
Episode 4 – We Hate Your Dots
Although best known as a rock musician, Frank Zappa wrote orchestral music from his mid-teens onward after discovering Varèse and Stravinsky. James Gardner presents a selection of Zappa's orchestral… Audio
Episode 5 – Leaving for his Final Tour
Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1990, Zappa spent his last three years racing against time to complete a number of projects including 'The Yellow Shark' with the Ensemble Modern and the album… Audio
The Reduction Agents Redux
The Reduction Agents released only one album: 2006's The Dance Reduction Agents. Ten years on the album has had a remaster and vinyl run. Yadana Saw tracks down some of the people responsible Video, Audio
The Renderers - In The Sodium Light
Emma Smith talks to The Renderers' Maryrose Crook about deserts and darkness in their new album 'In The Sodium Light'. Audio
The Ruby Suns: California to Norway (by way of NZ)
The Ruby Suns' Ryan McPhun tells us about his life in Oslo, and what to expect from his upcoming fifth album. Audio
Sally Ridge Quartet
Some of Auckland's most challenging experimental improvisors harness the power of one of Auckland's most talked about celebrities in The Sally Ridge Quartet. Nick Atkinson ponders this way-out… Audio
Beachwood Sparks & Sera Cahoone - The Sampler
Nick Bollinger reviews new albums from Beachwood Sparks and Sera Cahoone. Audio
Sampler: International Picks of 2012
In this year's final Sampler Nick Bollinger revisits some of his favourite albums of the past 12 months. Audio
Sampler: Local Picks of 2012
In this year's final Sampler Nick Bollinger revisits some of his favourite albums of the past 12 months. Audio
The Sampler
This week's edition of the sampler Nick Bollinger reviews recent releases from Gillian Welsh. Audio
The Sampler - Alt J (9.48)
Nick Bollinger reviews the second album from Mercury Music Prize-winning British indie rockers Alt-J. Audio
The Sampler - Favourite International Releases 2013
Nick Bollinger shares the international releases that have grabbed his ears this year. Audio
Moonshine Freeze by This Is The Kit
Tony Stamp reviews the new banjo-led alt-folk album by This Is The Kit. Video, Audio
The Sampler Favourite Local Releases 2013
Nick Bollinger wraps up a few of his favourite local albums of 2013. Audio
The Sampler: Dan Sperber
From Loungehead to Relaxomatic, jazz guitarist Dan Sperber has made his mark on the New Zealand jazz scene. Both mostly instrumental projects, he’s now embarked on a new vocal excursion under new… Audio
The Sampler: Caitlin Smith
Vocalist Caitlin Smith is probably more well known by other musicians than audiences. Auckland based, she spent many years coaching some of New Zealand's best singers including Ladi 6, Nesian Mystik… Audio
The Sampler: Inside Llewyn Davis
Nick Bollinger reviewing the soundtrack to The Coen Brothers movie 'Inside Llewyn Davis'. Audio
The Schizophonics live @ RNZ
American indie rock band The Schizophonics play live in the RNZ studio. Video, Audio
The Secret Life Of Aotearoa Juggalos
In The Secret Life of Aotearoa Juggalos, Sophie Wilson and Tony Stamp talk to diehard Kiwi fans of shock-rap duo, Insane Clown Posse, and discover how therapeutic horror-comedy drives one of the… Audio
The Secret Life Of Lighting Techs
In this episode of Secret Life Tony Stamp delves into the world of lighting technicians, designers, and video operators. Audio
The Secret Life of Backing Vocalists
Anthonie Tonnon talks to some of New Zealand's most respected backing vocalists, and skilled up and comers, including Suzanne Lynch, Annie Crummer, Jordan Iusitini, Chelsea Prastiti and Siobhan Grace… Audio
The Secret Life of Band Names
Sam Scott explores the world of band names and pseudonyms, picking the brains of artists from gender-queer hip hop sensation Randa to rock icons Shihad (formerly known as Pacifier), to see how other… Audio
The Secret Life of Birth Music
In the Secret Life Of Birth Music, Yadana Saw meets the mums and midwifes, doctors and dads who push play on the soundtrack that greets the newly arrived. Audio
The unspoken rules of music gigs
With the help of door people, security guards, musicians and gig lovers - Melody Thomas explores The Secret Life of Gig Etiquette. Audio
The Secret Life Of Karaoke
Music 101's Zac Arnold investigates how Karaoke has weaved its way from Japan into all corners of the globe, delving into the psychology of why we perform in front of each other, and takes to the… Audio
The Secret Life of Love Songs
Why are good love songs so difficult to write? Is there such a thing as a pure, untainted love song that won't leave some cringing? Or is Nick Cave right when he says, "A love song is never truly… Audio
The Secret Life of Lyricists
What makes a great song lyric? Is it the same process as writing a poem? Does it need to rhyme? Does it need to mean anything at all? Julie Hill asks musicians and music lovers about some of their… Audio
The Secret Life of Lyricists
Julie Hill asks musicians and music lovers about some of their favourite wordsmiths in song, and along the way discovers the mysterious concept of glossolalia; some great misheard lyrics, and why… Audio
The Secret Life of Music Collectors
Zac Arnold talks with a range of collectors of musical ephemera. Audio
The Secret Life of Music Poster Artists
From the psychedelic paintings of the '60s to the crème of the current digital producers... Joe Nunweek delves into the work of local artists Stuart Page, Terrence Hogan, Toby Morris and Hadley… Audio
The Secret Life of Music Teachers 2
Melody Thomas – herself a one-time ukulele teacher – speaks to music teachers, students and musicians about what it takes to be a good music teacher, and a good student. Audio
The secret life of musical injuries
Now you wouldn't often associate exercise and sport with music. But in this week's Secret Life of Musical Injuries Yadana Saw learns that warming up, stretching, coordination and exercise are key when… Audio
The Secret Life of Synesthetes
Emma Smith talks to people who see colours, feel textures and tastes when they hear sound in The Secret Life of Synaesthetes. Video, Audio
The Secret Life of Track Listing
In The Secret Life of Track Listing, Melody Thomas talks to the artists who agonise over song order so that you don't have to, and the critics who've heard it go both ways. Audio
The Secret Life of the Musical Saw
Including: interviews with saw innovator and manufacturer David Maas of Marton and world saw champion Alan Pitts who share their stories of falling for the saw and learning to play it. A look at some… Audio
Sixties band The Seekers share long-lost television series
It’s 50 years since well-loved Australian folk-pop group The Seekers broke up, but they’re far from forgotten. Video, Audio
Introducing: The Shakedown
The Shakedown with 'Too Far Gone' http://theshakedownnz.bandcamp.com/ 20 July 2013 Audio
Hanging out with The Shins
James Mercer and Yukki Matthews from The Shins talk about romantic happenings at live shows, getting a record deal because of Napster and raising daughters in a crazy world. Audio
The Specials - Ska'd For Life
Horace Panter talks to Trevor Reekie about his career in the band which he documented in his book 'Ska'd for Life: A Personal Journey with The Specials' published in 2008. Audio
The Staves on recording with Bon Iver: 'It was the most fun we've ever had '
The Staves are three sisters from Hertfordshire, England whose ability to harmonise impressed Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon so much he took them on tour, recorded their 2015 album and helped set up a new… Video, Audio
The Surgery
The Surgery Studios, run by Lee Prebble, has been a hub for Wellington bands for over a decade.
Emma Smith caught up with Lee now residing in new premises, after the original Surgery, set up in a… Audio
The Tiny Lies
Cantabrian Americana duo The Tiny Lies enlisted top-draw players and the mercurial music engineer and studio owner Ben Edwards to aid in the release of the debut album 'The Oaks They Will Bow' on… Audio
Introducing: Trust Punks
The Trust Punks with the song 'Karl Marx Real Doll' http://trustpunks.bandcamp.com/ 3 August 2013 Audio
The Unfaithful Ways
Lyttelton band The Unfaithful Ways have been charming audiences across the land with their fine harmony singing and back-to-basics, small-town style. We join 20-year-old song-writer and lead-singer… Audio
The Veils live at The Studio
The Veils' frontman Finn Andrews was so excited to be returning to New Zealand to tour in July 2013 that he said he'd "fashion a raft out of mince and cheese pies and Grain Waves and float into the… Audio
Live in session: The Veils' Finn Andrews
Finn Andrews from The Veils reflects on his music career thus far, growing up English in New Zealand, being in Twin Peaks and touring 'Total Depravity'. Video, Audio
The Verlaines Live at The Kings Arms
On 14 December 2013, Dunedin troubadours The Verlaines played their 1985 album Hallelujah All the Way Home in it's entirety at Auckland's Kings Arms, a performance that reunited the original '85 line… Audio
The Wooden Box Band Live In Session
Jessie Moss and Paddy Burgin of The Wooden Box Band play live in the Music 101 Studio on the 2nd of February with Music 101 host Yadana Saw. Audio
The XX - back together and closer than ever
Introverted English minimalists, The XX, have expanded their sound palette on their third album I See You. Jamie XX talks about creating joyful songs, and the strong bonds within the band. Audio
The death of Optimus Gryme
Dubstep producer and DJ Optimus Gryme has been animating dancefloors around NZ for around 25 years now. He talked to Tony Stamp about why he's hanging up his headphones for good. Video, Audio
The future of music according to Shelita Burke
Pop artist, data analyst and cryptographer Shelita Burke is using technology to drive her pop career. She talks to Alex Behan about how data science helps her figure out how often to release songs and… Audio
The untold story of Sweetwaters
Sweetwaters organizer Daniel Keighley says there was a gang contract out on his life after the music festival Sweetwaters collapsed in 1999, leaving creditors millions of dollars out of pocket and… Video, Audio
Interview: the xx discuss their album I See You ahead of their upcoming Auckland show
It was another banner year for the influential British minimalists after their third album I See You signaled a livening up of their sound and attitude. Tony Stamp talked to singer & bass player… Video, Audio
Theia
Theia has a major record label behind her and some serious management swagger but she hasn't even released an EP yet. Alex Behan met the woman behind the goddess. Audio
Theia - I'm really happy with myself now
Viral pop songstress Theia is about to release her new EP Not Your Princess, she speaks to Yadana Saw about growing into her music career. Video, Audio
Rising Stars of Mātariki: Theia nominates Oh Boy
To celebrate Mātariki we asked some of Aotearoa’s top musicians to shine a light on the next generation of Māori talent. Auckland pop musician Theia has chosen Sydney-based experimental pop producer… Audio
Thelma Plum: live in session
Indigenous Australia singer songwriter Thelma Plum swings by the RNZ studios to play some stripped-back tunes and speak about the rise of indigenous music from young Australian artists. Video, Audio
These New Puritans
Smashing glass, breaking waves, a live hawk and a magnetized piano... these are just a few of the sounds used in the third album from London's These New Puritans. We talk with percussionist George… Audio
They Might be Giants
Marty Duda catches up with John Flansburgh of They Might Be Giants on the back of their new album Nanobots,and ahead of there upcoming NZ shows. Audio
Third3ye
New Age rap outfit Third3ye, part of the Young, Gifted and Broke collective, tell us about their tie-dyed and patchouli-scented take on hip hop. Audio
Third3ye in Session
West Auckland hip hop outfit Third3ye perform cuts from their 3P EP. Video, Audio
This Beats Perfect - Mad About The Boy (Band)
New Zealander Rebecca Denton has written a young adult fiction book titled This Beats Perfect. It's a romp through London's music industry following a teenage musician, and her dealings with the very… Audio
NZ post-punk band This Sporting Life reissue their early 80s recordings
Auckland post-punk band This Sporting Life has just released a collection of songs recorded between 1980 and 1983. Video, Audio
Thomas Oliver Band - NZ live
The Thomas Oliver Band are in the midst of their biggest recording project yet - their first album. Audio
Silver Scroll winner: Thomas Oliver
First time nominee Thomas Oliver talks to Yadana Saw at the 2016 APRA Silver Scroll Awards. Video, Audio
NZ Live - Thomas Oliver Band
Wellington blues combination, The Thomas Oliver Band, came together almost six years ago, and played the underground circuit around Wellington, and developed a staunch following. Audio
Richard Thompson
Richard Thompson began his stellar career 45 years ago as the teenaged founding guitarist of Fairport Convention. Since then he has established himself as one of England's top guitar players and… Audio
Richard Thompson
Richard Thompson began his stellar career 45 years ago as the teenaged founding guitarist of Fairport Convention. Since then he has established himself as one of England's top guitar players and… Audio
Thomston In Session
Thomston's debut album Topograph has just been released and he joins Alex Behan in studio to perform a few songs and share a little bit about his musical journey. Video, Audio
Thomston turns up after two long years to give us The Heights
Thomston has been suspiciously quiet for the last two years and now we discover why. He's been writing a lot of songs. He stops by the RNZ studio's to share just one of what might be up to eighty new… Audio
Rob Thorne
Rob Thorne's background includes making experimental and guitar music through the 90s in Palmerston North, but now the Ngati Tumutumu man is focused on playing Taonga Puoro, Maori Instruments. He's… Audio
Thrashing Marlin
David Donaldson and Steve Roche have been part of the eclectic Wellington music scene for over twenty years, and have been at the heart of the free-jazz and noise scene. They're busy people- their day… Audio
Thrashing Marlin - The Sampler Review
Nick Bollinger reviews the album Wit's End by Thrashing Marlin for The Sampler. Audio
Three Houses Down in Session at Roundhead Studio
Otara ten-piece reggae band Three Houses Down play live at Roundhead Studio in Newton Auckland for Radio New Zealand. The songs are: Recession, Keep Your Culture, Trodden, Rastafari, Dandy Man… Audio
Cosey Fanni Tutti on life before and after Throbbing Gristle.
Cosey Fanni Tutti is a founding member of the avant-garde band Throbbing Gristle, who pre-empted the industrial musical movement. Alea Balzer talked to her about her recently-released autobiography… Audio
Holly Throsby in Session
A live session with Australian song bird Holly Throsby, who filled her first two albums with ambient animal noises. The latest one - A Loud Call was produced by Nashville legend Mark Nevers. Melody… Audio
Throwing Shapes
Take a trip to Christchurch for an inside glimpse at the lives of eight musicians undertaking a collaborative music project for a one off concert held at the Christchurch Arts Festival. The group is… Audio
Thundercat
Thundercat - human name Steve Bruner - answers questions from New Zealand musicians and M101's Melody Thomas. Audio
Thundercat
Thundercat AKA Stephen Bruner speaks with Yadana Saw about Erykah Badu, why he loves comedy and how he might work for us. Audio
Thundercat on the meaning behind It Is What It Is
Virtuoso bass player Thundercat talks to Tony Stamp about his new album It Is What It Is, and how it was influenced by a turbulent few years. Audio
The Life and Times of Johnny Thunders
Johnny Thunders, who died in 1991 aged 38, was the iconic guitarist for the New York Dolls and later the Heartbreakers, bands that would influence the English punk movement and a score of LA hair… Audio
Trevor Thwaites - A Day in the Life for Musical Chairs
Nick Atkinson looks back on a pivotal day during the musical development of several aspiring musicians and their teacher, Dr Trevor Thwaites.
Audio
NZ Live - Ticket
After 37 years the band described as New Zealand's premiere exponents of acid rock have reformed for two shows. During a residency at Christchurch venue Aubreys the Auckland band developed a sound… Audio
Awake! Ticket Re-Issued
Nick Atkinson follows the re-issue process, and gets to know the characters that egged the band on... including archivist and promoter John Baker. Audio
Tickled
David Farrier and Rodi Kick on composing the score for feature film Tickled. Audio
Tift Merritt
Travel to North Carolina with this stylish singer-songwriter, who also plays in Andrew Bird's band, The Hands Of Glory. Audio
Tigertown
Sydney dance synth pop sibling, spouse and in-law band Tigertown talk with Yadana Saw about their missing backcatalogue which led to the evolution of their sound. Audio
Tigilau Ness - Unity Pacific
Unity Pacific's Tigilau Ness talks about the years of music and political struggle with Trevor Reekie Audio
Ariana Tikao
Kai Tahu singer Ariana Tikao - along with some other artists who work in te reo - has enjoyed wider recognition overseas than at home in Aotearoa. Tikao was a founding member of Pounamu in the 1990's… Audio
Tiki Taane talks Prime TV's 'Anthems'
Tiki Taane talks to RNZ Music about one of his many gigs - live sound engineer for Shapeshifter. Audio
Tiki Taane Plays ‘Serendipity’ Live
Tiki Taane joins Yadana Saw in the RNZ studio to play his new song 'Serendipity' and talk about what inspired the song and it's heart warming video. Audio
Tiki Taane on Christchurch
In an impromptu kōrero with RNZ's Tony Stamp, Tiki Taane shared his thoughts on last week's terrorist attack in his hometown of Christchurch. Audio
Ignite: Tiki Taane and Salmonella Dub reunite
After reuniting for three shows this year Tiki Taane and Salmonella Dub have released a new song 'Ignite'. Video, Audio
Time To Think
Hard-gigging, crowd-pulling '70s progrock units Think and Father Time recall their pub rock origins and stories of provincial New Zealand in the bad old days.
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Time To Think (Part 2) - Fizzing and Buzzing
Keith Newman revisits the wild times and rocky road stories of five intersecting Kiwi bands including Father Time and Think. Audio
The Tiny Lies
Christchurch folk noir duo Tiny Lies talk about The Oaks They Will Bow, their debut album. Audio
Tiny Pieces of Eight
Nick Bollinger takes a listen to the debut solo album from Delgirl's Deirdre Newall and friends - Tiny Pieces Of Eight. Audio
Tiny Ruins
Tiny Ruins is the name that British-born, West Auckland resident Hollie Fullbrook has chosen to record under. Hollie moved to New Zealand with her family when she was 10 years old. But even then she… Audio
Tiny Ruins live at The Wine Cellar
Returning home from touring the UK and Europe, Tiny Ruins aka Hollie Fullbrook celebrated the release of her EP Haunts with 12 intimate New Zealand shows. We caught this one at The Wine Cellar in… Audio
Tiny Ruins: Brightly Painted One - album review
Nick Bollinger casts an ear over Brightly Painted One, the second set of slow, quiet songs from New Zealander Hollie Fullbrook, a.k.a. Tiny Ruins. Audio
Tiny Ruins - European Tour Diary
When Tiny Ruins' new album, Brightly Painted One, was released earlier this year, singer-songwriter Hollie Fullbrook barely had time to celebrate. She was on a top-level concert hall tour of Europe… Audio
Tiny Ruins Live at the Crystal Palace (video)
Hollie Fullbrook and band perform songs from their critically acclaimed album Brightly Painted One at the Crystal Palace, a disused movie theatre on Auckland's Mt Eden Road. Video, Audio
NZ Live - Tiny Ruins
Tiny Ruins play live for Radio New Zealand on the Afternoons with Jim Mora. Audio
Tiny Ruins & Hamish Kilgour
Tiny Ruins, Hamish Kilgour and Gary Hunt perform live in session. Audio
Tiny Ruins in Sesssion at Roundhead Studio
The songs are: The Bird In The Thyme, Little Notes, Priest With Balloons, Adelphi Apartments, You've Got The Kind Of Nerve I Like, The Pigeon Knows. Audio
Silver Scrolls 2017: Tiny Ruins performs 'Life of the Party' by Chelsea Jade and Leroy Clampitt
Tiny Ruins performs Life of the Party by Chelsea Jade Metcalf and Leroy Clampitt. Video, Audio
Tiny Vipers
Tiny Vipers is the nom de plume of the pixieish Jesy Fortino from Seattle. Kisten Johnstone tracked her down at Happy in Wellington, and tricked her into treating us with a couple of songs… Audio
Flaxmere-raised rapper Tipene: "Music saved my life"
As a kid growing up in Flaxmere, Tipene assumed his destiny was being a Mongrel Mob member, but music steered him on a different course. Kirsten Johnstone finds out about the long and winding path to… Video, Audio
Tlaotlon - Natural Devices
Melbourne based expat producer Jeremy Coubrough on the orbiting rhythms and internet soundscapes that fed into his new Tlaotlon album Natural Devices. Audio
To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar
Nick Bollinger examines a confrontational and complex new album from rapper Kendrick Lamar. Audio
Wahine Toa in Session
Southern Wahine Toa Ariana Tikao and Hannah Howes and friends stop by the Radio New Zealand studios to play songs on their way North. The waiata are: Te Heke, The Ladder, Ka Roimata, Oohaakii. Audio
Mahinarangi Tocker in Session
The beautiful voice and songs of Mahinarangi Tocker in session for Music 101. The songs are: Tenei ahau haere ana I te whenua, I Was Deaf Then, My Love, Be Still and Like I Used To. Audio
Mahinarangi Tocker on Christmas Day
Sean Plunkett conducts a Christmas Morning interview with a very amusing Mahinarangi Tocker including a song written especially: 'Wrapped Up Into One'. Audio
Mahinarangi Tocker interviewed by Eva Radich
Mahinarangi Tocker interviewed by Eva Radich in 1999. This is the source interview for an edition of Musical Chairs. Audio
Mahinarangi Tocker's Legacy
Robbie Duncan recorded and co-produced Mahinarangi Tocker 's last album The Mongrel In Me. He talks with Upbeat's Eva Radich on Radio New Zealand Concert. about Tocker's legacy after her sudden death.
…Mahinarangi Tocker Dies
The singer-songwriter Mahinarangi Tocker has died. This is a news item from Gina Faafoi-Rogers during Checkpoint, who interviews friend and manager Lindsay Shelton. Audio
Mahinarangi Tocker on Into the Night
Mahinarangi Tocker interviewed during 'In To The Night' with Diana Burns, around the release of the album Te Ripo. Audio
Mahinarangi Tocker on One in Five
Mahinarangi Tocker interviewed by Meg Torwl for One in Five on Radio New Zealand National. The interview covers her Order or Merit Award, work on the Tuwhare Album, her work in the Like Minds, Like… Audio
Tokimonsta
LA producer Jennifer Lee aka Tokimonsta left her job to try her hand at making beats full time. Six years on, and she's still doing it - releasing her second album Half Shadows on Brainfeeder; home to… Audio
Tokimonsta
Los Angeles based producer Jennifer Lee, better known as Tokimonsta was in Aotearoa this week for shows in Wellington and Auckland. Emma Smith catches up with from her Melbourne tour stop. Audio
After life-saving brain surgery, Tokimonsta had to re-learn how to make music
Beat-maker Jennifer Lee (AKA TOKiMONSTA) was left unable to speak, walk, or make music after a struggle with a rare brain disease. She spoke to Tony Stamp about her recovery, and the resulting album… Audio
Auckland Festival puts Waiata Māori at the heart of their program
Two Auckland Festival shows in March put waiata Māori front and centre - a free sing-along event in Aotea Square called Tira, and another called Tōku Reo Waiata. The brains behind the shows, Tama… Video, Audio
SESSION: Tom Cunliffe, Template For Love
Tom Cunliffe performs two songs from his new album Template For Love. Audio
Tom Lee-Richards in session
Whangarei-born Melbourne musician Tom Lee-Richards brought his looping pedal into the RNZ studio to perform two songs. Audio
Tom Odell in Session
Tom Odell performs 'Magnetised' and 'Concrete' live in session. Video, Audio
Tom Scott on life, love and Homegrown festival
Rapper Tom Scott, of Home Brew, @Peace, Average Rap Band and now Avantdale Bowling Club is back living in his stomping ground of Avondale after five years living in Melbourne. He joins Melody Thomas… Audio
Avantdale Bowling Club: Track by track with Tom Scott
Tom Scott talks us through his new jazz-infused project Avantdale Bowling Club. Video, Audio
NZ Live: Avantdale Bowling Club
Tom Scott made his name rapping about youth, disenchantment, and blurry nights out with the hip-hop troupe Home Brew. Now he's back with Avantdale Bowling Club - a fusion of hip-hop and free jazz. Video, Audio
Thumb to the Highway (Part 1) - Tom Thumb's Blues
Rick White, founder and bass player of 60s Wellington blues-rock band Tom Thumb and singer Bruce Sontgen talk to Keith Newman about breaking the musical mould. Audio
Tommy Ill
Self-deprecating local rapper Tommy Ill makes some noise for his major label debut 'New Hat and A Haircut' with the help of David Letterman and the Evers-Swindell twins. Tom Young talks with Sam… Audio
Tommy Ill - The Sampler Review
Nick Bollinger reviews the self-titled debut album from party- starting Wellington hip hopper Tommy Ill. Audio
Tomorrow People
Upon the release of their new album Bass and Bassinets, Tomorrow People speak to Emma Smith about their "Sunshine Reggae" sound. Audio
Tomorrow People: the first local number one album of 2018
New Zealand's first local number one album for 2018 is Tomorrow People's cheekily named BBQ Reggae. The band perform a live version of the album's first single 'Don't Wanna Fight It' in Samoan, Maori… Video, Audio
Tomorrow is my Turn by Rhiannon Giddens
Nick Bollinger checks out the solo debut from Carolina Chocolate Drops singer Rhiannon Giddens. Audio
Benny Tones
Benny Tones - aka Ben Horton - is the guy responsible for capturing Electric Wire Hustle on record, He's also put the finishing sheen on records by Pacific Heights, Solaa and Julien Dyne, amongst… Audio
Toni Huata - Matariki - Te Wiki o te Reo
2015 marks 40 years since Te Wiki O Te Reo Maori began. Melody Thomas speaks with Toni Huata about maori language week and the video she'll release this week to mark the occasion. Audio
Anthonie Tonnon live at Freidas
Nick Atkinson catches up with Anthonie Tonnon - formerly of Tono and the Finance Company - in an old butchery in Grey Lynn for a couple of songs. Audio
Adventures in Musicland: Anthonie Tonnon in The U.S.A.
Singer/songwriter Anthonie Tonnon collected the sounds of American voices, venues and highways around the United States during his six-week tour with Seattle's Shenandoah Davis. Listen in as they… Audio
Tono and Finance Company in Session at Roundhead Studio
In session at Roundhead Studios. The songs are: Marian Bates Realty, Susan of Grey Lynn, Disagreement with David Bowie Over the Song 'All The Young Dudes'; Timing; Tim; Up Here For Thinking, Down… Audio
Tono and the Finance Company
Dunedin native Anthonie Tonnon - frontman of Tono and The Finance Company - followed his heart to Auckland in January 2010. The migration North saw a shift in focus for his unmistakably Antipodean pop… Audio
Tono and the Finance Company
Dunedin musician and economist talks about his EP - 'Love and Economics'. Audio
Tono in Session
Sam Wicks meets Dunedin songwriter Tono to talk and hear songs about Love and Economics. The songs are: Daffodils and a Cashbook, Innovations in Personal Hygiene, and Love and Economics. Audio
Too much music: can you listen to all the music you own?
James Jackson Toth is a music writer for NPR, Stereogum and Salon. He talks to Yadana Saw about his failed experiment to listen to only one album per week. Video, Audio
The Mixtape: Jon Toogood
Shihad's frontman Jon Toogood, with his mixtape of local songs that have impacted his life. Audio
Jon Toogood - The General Acoustic
Jon Toogood has called Melbourne home for the last 18 years, and it's here that he's readying his forthcoming Solo & Acoustic tour, a nine-date run that will see the Shihad frontman reduce and refine… Audio
Playing Favourites with The Topp Twins
Whilst Jools Topp underwent cancer treatment, Lynda looked after the farm. Kim Hill spoke to the twins about recent times, and they played some songs live in the studio. Audio
Topp Twins
At the opening night of Volume: Making Music in Aotearoa Alex Behan was excited to bump into Jools and Lynda Topp. Audio
Tora! Tora! Tora! 2015
Deep in the Wairarapa, through the middle of nowhere, you'll find Tora. On the right weekend you'll find hundreds of Wellington families covered in dust dancing away at the Tora! Tora! Tora! music… Audio
Emiliana Torrini - The Sampler
Nick Bollinger takes a listen to the first new music in five years from Iceland's Emiliana Torrini. Audio
Introducing: Totems
Totems with 'III: Sidpa' from his EP Bardo Thodol http://totems.bandcamp.com/ Audio
Totems
Totems is but one of the many musical projects that have been helmed by Reuben Winter. With his new album Elixir, Reuben has leant his ear to Jungle and Footwork. Zac Arnold finds out why. [region]… Audio
Toumani and Sidiki by Toumni and Sidiki Diabate
Nick Bollinger catches up with Malian kora master Toumani Diabate at WOMAD Taranaki 2015. Audio
Tour of Dirty - David Dallas and Evan Short
Local label Dirty Records has been an important force in New Zealand hip-hop this century, bringing people like P-Money and Scribe to mainstream success. Dirty has now expanded the brief to take in a… Audio
Tourettes - Tiger Belly
People's poet and working class hero Tourettes has made a career out of his mission statement of "getting the words out of my head and into yours", and on LP number four he's been assisted by producer… Audio
The Mixtape: Tourettes
Poet, rapper, writer and youth mentor Dominic Hoey picks some verbose and subversive music for the RNZ Music Mixtape. Video, Audio
Tourettes in Session
Auckland-based MC Tourettes is a boundary pushing underground hip hop pioneer. Tourettes is renowned for his energetic live show, strong freestyling skills and raw honesty. Here he is in session for… Audio
Tourettes vs Karl Steven
Tourettes album 'Who Said You Can't Dance To Misery?' benefits from producer Karl Steven (ex Supergroove). Audio
The Mixtape: Jed Town
Jed Town is the saw-toothed musician from gothic experimental band Fetus Productions, post-punk Auckland band The Features and the revived X Features, and now country/psych trio Ghost Town. He's also… Audio
Toy Love - Live at the Gluepot
The songs are: Amputee Song; Fifteen; Photographs of Naked Ladies. Recorded Friday 12th September 1980. Audio
Toy Love Live 1980 - The Sampler Review
Toy Love Live 1980 reviewed in The Sampler by Troy Ferguson. Audio
The Mixtape - Jeremy Toy
Guitarist, Opensoul and one half of She's So Rad, Jeremy Toy makes a boogie mixtape for Summer Music 101. Audio
Trans Am
Trans Am's new album 'Sex Change' was mostly recorded in Auckland. After their last album - the politically charged Liberation - Trans Am went their separate ways, their seventh long player a bitter… Audio
The Transistors
Ahead of the release of their second LP, punk trio The Transistors take host Kirsten Johnstone on a hoon around their hood Rangiora, Christchurch. Audio
Transistors
We meet up with Christchurch three-piece The Transistors on the eve of the release of their new album Is This Anything? and a two-week run of shows down the country. Audio
Transistors - Cuppa Jarra Brossa
Rock trio Transistors talk to Zac Arnold about their return to the recording studio with their new EP Cuppa Jarra Brossa Audio
Trembling Bells & Bonny 'Prince' Billy - The Sampler Review
Nick Bollinger reviews 'The Marble Downs' a collaborative album by Glasgow's Trembling Bells and Kentucky's Bonnie 'Prince' Billy. Audio
A Tribe Called Red give indigenous Canadian music the electronic treatment
A Tribe Called Red are a Canadian electronic duo who draw heavily on indigenous First Nations music. Ahead of their appearance at Auckland Arts Festival, RNZ Music's Tony Stamp spoke to founding… Video, Audio
Trick Mammoth
Trick Mammoth are one of a few bands who have made the most of cheap direct flights from Dunedin to Auckland in the past year. Along with Males and Astro Children, they're a Dunedin band that is… Audio
Tricky
Sam Wicks had a tough time tracking down Tricky to talk to him about his new album Mixed Race. Fourth time lucky - Tricky finally took the call in the middle of the night, just minutes after The Naked… Audio
Triffids & David McComb tribute on The Sampler
Nick Bollinger reviews 'Deep In A Dream' a live tribute album of The Triffid's David McCombs work, and interviews Jonathan Alley about his planned documentary on the respected Australian songwriter. Audio
Trillion: remixing the past to make a new present
Former member of Canterbury rap duo Dark Tower Jody Lloyd is now based in Bali and going by the name Trillion. He talks about his talent for finishing things and how he could have been Moby. Video, Audio
Trillion - The Sampler Review
'The Silent Invisible' is reviewed by Nick Bollinger for The Sampler. Audio
Essential NZ Albums: True - Trinity Roots
Few albums convey a sense of place like True, the debut of Trinity Roots. In the final programme of this series, Nick Bollinger discusses how this recording became inseparable from its location. Audio
Trinity Roots - Haiku
Much loved Wellington band Trinity Roots are back with their first new recording in a decade. We speak to songwriter Warren Maxwell about Haiku. Audio
Trinity Roots: a blur of touring, writing and recording
Melody Thomas catches up with Rio Hemopo, Ben Wood and Warren Maxwell ahead of their appearance at WOMAD 2015. Audio
Trinity Roots - Music Is Choice
The New Zealand International Film Festival 2010 features more than a few homegrown goodies in the music section. Among them, a documentary on Wellington's turn of the century trio Trinity Roots-… Audio
INTERVIEW: Trinity Roots on the business of making music
Tinity Roots, one of Aotearoa's most beloved bands, have been through their fair share if financial difficulties. They're now passing on the lesson they've learnt to other musicians. Video, Audio
Womad 2015 Live: Trinity Roots
An interview and live performance from locals Trinity Roots. Audio
Trinity Roots live in session
In March, Trinity Roots returned with the jazz and rock-infused Citizen, the band's first new studio recording in 11 years. We capture the group in session on stage at Auckland venue, Tuning Fork. Video, Audio
NZ Live - Trinity Roots and friends
Trinity Roots and friends perform live from our Wellington studio. Video, Audio
Trip Pony - When Doves Cry
When Doves Cry - Trip Pony's tribute to the late Prince Rogers Nelson Audio
Trip to the Moon
They may be part of New Zealand's musical furniture, but guitarist Trevor Reekie and pianist Tom Ludvigson want you to recline in their jazz-inflected ambient-electronica as if it were a classic… Audio
Triple J Hottest 100
Veronica Milsom brings us the highlights from the 2016 Triple J Hottest 100 Video, Audio
Tron Music Trust
The Tron Music Trust aims to assist musicians from Hamilton and the Waikato, while reinvigorating the live music scene. Zac Arnold and Tron trustee Trevor Faville discuss the sizeable task ahead. Audio
Troy Kingi & Delaney Davidson - Black Sea Golden Ladder in Session
Troy Kingi and delaney Davidson join Mark williams in the RNZ Studios for a special Matariki performance and a korero about their upcoming tour and the release of the te reo version of Troy's album… Audio
Troy Kingi - This is Home
DJ Amber Smith from Tai Tokerau's Radio Ngāti Hine talks about Troy Kingi's This is Home Video, Audio
Troy Kingi nominates his Rising Star of Matariki
To celebrate Mātariki we asked some of Aotearoa’s top musicians to shine a light on the next generation of Māori talent. Award-winning Northland musician Troy Kingi has chosen up-and-coming vocalist… Audio
Troy Kingi and Mara TK: Cold Steel
Troy Kingi and Mara TK introduce their new collaboration, Cold Steel Video, Audio
Troy Kingi and The Galactic Chiropractors live in session
Troy Kingi's new album Shake That Skinny Ass All The Way To Zygertron, has sent the hardworking musician/actor/dad into a high-concept psychedelic universe. Troy and his band The Galactic… Video, Audio
Troy Kingi on new album Guitar Party at Uncle's Bach
Musician-actor Troy Kingi, best known for his role as selfie-dad in Hunt for the Wilderpeople, drops into the RNZ studio to for a chat and to play a couple of songs from his new album Guitar Party at… Video, Audio
Truckfighters
Swedish desert rockers Truckfighters take their ques from the hard hitting rifts of Kyuss & Queens of the Stone Age. Rhys Morgan met up with them on their recent tour to New Zealand. Audio
Trust Punks - Discipline
Alexander Coker Grant and Lliam Powell of Auckland's Trust Punks on their debut album Discipline, and the intense imagery that accompanies it. Audio
Trust Punks - Double Bind
Trust Punks double down on their second album 'Double Bind'. Audio
Chris Tubbs on Musical Chairs
Jason Moon talks to DJ, producer, record label owner, music consultant and broadcaster Chris Tubbs in London and and finds out why he knows way too much about disco. Audio
Tubertechno
Tubertecho is a new Auckland-based label that is uniting some of the city's otherwise autonomous bedroom producers. Emma Smith talks to Liam Pram who is coralling the current generation of dance music… Audio
Tubular Bells for Two
Australian musicians Daniel Holdsworth and Aidan Roberts have arranged Mike Oldfield's classic 1973 album 'Tubular Bells' for just two people, making for a precariously athletic performance at the NZ… Audio
Mikee Tucker of Loop Recordings on Electronica in 2000
Part of a Music 101 Summer Edition series reflecting on New Zealand music during the decade 2000-2009. December 2009. Audio
In session: Tulegur | WOMAD 2016
Trevor Reekie in a live session with Tulegur, a Mongolian throat singing, percussion and guitar duo. Audio
The Sampler: Tune-yards
Nick Bollinger reviews the latest set of off-the-wall, sometimes slightly subversive, always bangin' songs from Merrill Garbus, a.k.a. tUnE-yArDs. Audio
Tune-Yards
Tune-yards, that's Merrill Garbus with help from her partner and bandmate Nate Brenner, spent time in Haiti learning dance and drumming in preparation for their third album, Nikki Nack. Kirsten… Audio
Tuneyards
Tuneyards is the stage name of 32 year old New England native Merrill Garbus. The daughter of an old-time fiddle player and a piano teacher, Merrill has had her ears wide open from the beginning. On… Audio
Tuneyards in Session
One of the most exciting acts to emerge in 2011 was Tuneyards - the musical outlet for Merril Garbus. Audio
WFMU - Brian Turner
Brian Turner, music director of the USA's longest running free format radio station, New Jersey's WFMU, talks with Emma Smith on how playing scratchy 78s, celtic mouth music and otherwise unheard… Audio
Frank Turner
He grew up listening to Rancid and NOFX while playing in hard-core bands. Like a number of his American counterparts he's mellowed as he's grown older and his forth solo album deals with his national… Audio
Tutu Ka'ika - Puanga Hokinga Mahara
Selected by Te Korimako o Taranaki - Tutu Ka'ika perform their waiata 'Puanga Hokinga Mahara', by Clive Tongāwhikau Snr. Lead vocals by Wharekuka Tongāwhikau, with backing vocals from Clive… Audio
The Tweeks
The Tweeks are a fiercely independent, knockout live act. It should also be noted that The Tweeks used to be called the Gladeyes- but by chance there was another Gladeyes in Auckland, and it got… Audio
Twinset - The Sampler Review
Flavour Country by Twinset is reviewed by Nick Bollinger for The Sampler. Audio
Twinset in Session
Besuited Wellington jazz outfit Twinset deliver a double-scoop of Lounge in their Music 101 Session. Twinset play tunes from their album Flavour Country - the songs are: Storm's Boogaloo, Happy Flute… Audio
Two Cartoons in session at Roundhead Studios
Two young chaps have developed an uncanny stage telepathy that sees them switch effortlessly between instruments without missing a beat. Isaac McFarlane and Brad Craig - known as Two Cartoons - met… Audio
Two Oceans Trio in Session
The Two Oceans Trio formed to tour NZ, playing a mix of Americana and Irish inspired folk music. The group stretches three continents with mandolin-banjo-fiddle playing singer Tim O'Brien from the… Audio
Tycho complete trilogy in time for Laneway
Tycho complete their album trilogy with Epoch just in time for their Laneway 2017 appearance. Audio
Tyree
As one-third of South Auckland hip hop outfit Smashproof, Tyree penned the hooks for many of the group's biggest songs including 'Brother', the breakthrough hit that announced the voice of Gin Wigmore… Audio
The Hollow Tree by Tyson Smith
Nick Bollinger reviews the exploratory sounds of Wellington-based guitarist and singer Tyson Smith. Audio