Nick Bollinger
Take Me Apart by Kelela
Nick Bollinger discusses the abstract electronica, forthright lyrics and pop hooks in the debut of Ethiopian-American artist Kelela.
AudioFrazey Ford: folk roots and Memphis soul
On the eve of her first New Zealand visit, Be Good Tanyas singer Frazey Ford talks to Nick Bollinger about her soulful solo turn.
AudioThe Sampler for 14 November 2017
This week in The Sampler Nick Bollinger reviews the abstract electronica and soul-pop hooks of Kelela, talks to Be Good Tanyas singer Frazey Ford about folk roots and Memphis soul, and explores the…
AudioEven a Tree Can Shed Tears: Japanese Folk and Rock 1969-73
Nick Bollinger delves into the rabbit hole of early 70s Japanese folk-rock.
AudioThe Sampler for 7 November 2017
This week in The Sampler Nick Bollinger explores the electronic-classical combinations of Christchurch artist Indi, the dark dancefloor ruminations of Yumi Zouma and a classic Kiwi reissue from Golden… Audio
Local 70s disco classic gets re-issue treatment
Nick Bollinger revisits the disco, flares and Marshall stacks of 1970s New Zealand with the reissue of a classic from Turangi five-piece Golden Harvest. Audio
Precipice by Indi
Nick Bollinger considers the meeting of electronica, classical orchestration and personal mythology in the debut of Christchurch artist Indi. Audio
Willowbank by Yumi Zouma
Nick Bollinger explores the dark dance music of Christchurch's Yumi Zouma. Audio
Local 70s disco classic gets re-issue treatment
Nick Bollinger revisits the disco, flares and Marshall stacks of 1970s New Zealand with the reissue of a classic from Turangi five-piece Golden Harvest.
AudioPrecipice by Indi
Nick Bollinger considers the meeting of electronica, classical orchestration and personal mythology in the debut of Christchurch artist Indi.
AudioWillowbank by Yumi Zouma
Nick Bollinger explores the dark dance music of Christchurch's Yumi Zouma.
AudioThe Sampler for 7 November 2017
This week in The Sampler Nick Bollinger explores the electronic-classical combinations of Christchurch artist Indi, the dark dancefloor ruminations of Yumi Zouma and a classic Kiwi reissue from Golden…
AudioMusic 101 Pocket Edition 159: Ria Hall/ Fats Domino/ Villette
In this week's Pocket Edition we visit Ria Hall's turangawaewae to find out more about the kaupapa of her new album, Nick Bollinger helps dissect the legacy of Fats Domino, and we have Pt 2 of our… Audio
The Sampler: Turn Out The Lights by Julien Baker
Nick Bollinger discusses the chords, choruses and conflicts of gay Christian singer-songwriter Julien Baker Audio
Carry Fire by Robert Plant
Nick Bollinger contemplates the post-rock-god grace of Robert Plant. Audio
Looking Forward: The roots of Big Star
Nick Bollinger reviews a set that explores the roots of Memphis pop legends Big Star. Audio
The Sampler - 31 October 2017
This week in The Sampler Nick Bollinger discusses the ageing grace of Robert Plant; the conflicts of gay Christian singer-songwriter Julien Baker, and a look at the roots of Memphis pop legends Big… Audio
The Sampler: Turn Out The Lights by Julien Baker
Nick Bollinger discusses the chords, choruses and conflicts of gay Christian singer-songwriter Julien Baker
AudioCarry Fire by Robert Plant
Nick Bollinger contemplates the post-rock-god grace of Robert Plant.
AudioLooking Forward: The roots of Big Star
Nick Bollinger reviews a set that explores the roots of Memphis pop legends Big Star.
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