Musical Chairs

In Musical Chairs today Mathew Bannister - founder member of Dunedin's SNEAKY FEELINGS - narrates the birth and decline of one of Flying Nun Record's most formative bands. Never taking the easy road… Audio

Dub Asylum is the work of Peter McLennan, now on his own, after surviving the early-to-mid nineties with Reggae rock fiends the Hallelujah Picassos. With a new Dub Asylum album on the way, some… Audio

This week Musical Chairs features Shane Hales. After starting out with The Pleazers in the 1960's, 'Shane' went solo in '68 -within a year he'd reached the top of the charts with the hit 'Saint Paul'… Audio

Over the past two decades, David Long has zigzagged his way through more musical adventures than an artist twice his age. His strength has always been his versatility. An accomplished composer for… Audio

Sean James Donnelly, better known as SJD, combines unforgettable heart-on-sleeve songs with state-of-the art technology. He is a self confessed "bedroom boffin" but is determined not to let his muse… Audio

Rock solid funky grooves and sensuous melodies are guitar diva Karen Hunter's stock in trade. Her two albums, The Private Life of Clowns and Inside Outside received critical acclaim. Talking about her… Audio

Bill Lake has been a corner stone of the Blues and R&B scene in New Zealand for more than 30 years.The Wellington singer/songwriter founded the Windy City Strugglers, who are still going strong, and… Audio

For some musicians, jazz is purely and simply in the blood. For saxophonist Nathan Haines, that's quite literally true. His brother Joel and father Kevin are both among New Zealand's most respected… Audio

Musical Chairs today features trumpet legend Kim Paterson. He's been at the forefront of jazz in New Zealand and Australia for over 40 years and is considered one of the best we've ever produced. As… Audio

Musical Chairs this week focuses on the life and music of Ruia Aperahama. From his early professional years up front singing and blowing his sax with Southside of Bombay, to his current focus on… Audio

Shayne Carter has had a colourful music career spanning 2 decades and he has produced some of the most influential music ever released on the Flying Nun label . From the school yards of West Dunedin… Audio

In Musical Chairs this week we feature part two of a two part programme on one of the icons of New Zealand entertainment, Sir Howard Morrison. In last week's programme, Sir Howard talked of his… Audio

Singer-songwriter Whirimako Black has won critical acclaim with her debut album 'Shrouded In The Mist'. Days before the birth of her new baby she spoke to Tere Harrison about the album and music yet… Audio

Singer/ songwriter Paul McLaney has played extensively throughout New Zealand, establishing a loyal following and an enviable live reputation. As well, McLaney (as 'The Avalanche Trio' and 'Gramsci')… Audio

Eddie Rayner is one of NZ's most respected keyboardists. With his vast array of sounds and equipment he was an integral part of NZ's world-famous band Split Enz, and has since played with artists as… Audio

Hirini Melbourne - Admired musician/composer and dedicated teacher of te reo Maori and music for over twenty years. Hirini has produced a number of Maori albums that are enjoyed by a wide audience… Audio

Musical Chairs week charts the rapid ascent of the band Zed. Originally formed while they were students at Cashmere High in Christchurch, Zed have recently debuted on the worlds stage, after their… Audio

Jed Town started his musical career in Auckland punk band 'The Features', and went on to form the highly regarded 'Fetus Productions' who toured many parts of the world were responsible for a string… Audio

Hamish Kilgour's musical career began as drummer for "The Clean" in Dunedin during the late 70's and early 80's. Together with his brother David, he marked out the early ground for what was to become… Audio

Toni Huata's debut album "Te Maori E" is dedicated to her late grandfather, Te Okanga Huata who was also a fine composer and gifted orator. Inspired by a cassette which included many of her… Audio