Music
Fred Schneider Talks Fresh Collab & Iconic Antics
The inimitable Fred Schneider of The B‑52’s joins us for a chat about a new version of Love Shack, in collaboration with Kingston Sound System. It's the latest single on the album CLASSIC HITS IN A… Audio
Bishop's comments have 'no place' at AMAs say producers
"The Awards respect and honour te ao Māori and we were proud to support Stan with his vision for his powerful rendition of Māori Ki Te Ao."
Hymns on Sunday, 1 June 2025
The Samoan hymn Fa'afetai I Le Atua begins this week's programme, celebrating the start of Samoan Language Week, and we mark the Feast of the Ascension. Audio
Nashville Babylon: Saturday 31 May 2025
On this week's show there's blues from Buddy Guy, a birthday tune for Charlie Watts, new music from Leaf Rapids and Kassi Valazza, a classic from Pink Floyd plus a preview of the Cowboy Junkies… Audio
Frank Gibson Jr and Space Case
In memory of the late NZ drummer Frank Gibson Jr, Nick Tipping revisits his work with jazz-fusion outfit Space Case Audio
All About That Bass
Nick features a new album by Austrian bass player Gina Schwarz, and tracks by bassists Paul Dyne, Charles Mingus, Dave Holland, and Linda May Han Oh. Audio
The Mixtape: Frank Booker
Dance and electronic DJ Chrix Cox, aka Frank Booker, joins Maggie Tweedie for The Mixtape. Audio
British producer Rival Consoles set to release new album
British producer Rival Consoles set to release new album Audio
Uhlmann Johnson Wilkes
Nick Bollinger reviews an instrumental collection from the LA trio. Audio
Japanese singer-songwriter Ichiko Aoba draws inspiration from dreams
Japanese singer-songwriter Ichiko Aoba talks about writing songs based on dreams, ahead of her first NZ performance. Audio
Live on Music 101: Michael Llewellyn’s Gorgeous Return
Pōneke-based musician Michael Llewellyn joins Maggie Tweedie in the RNZ studios to perform three songs from his sophomore album, I’m Gorgeous. Audio
Backstage at the Aotearoa Music Awards with Tony Stamp
Tony Stamp interviews winners at the Aotearoa Music Awards 2025 Audio
'What a load of crap': Chris Bishop seen 'ranting' during Stan Walker performance
Renowned musician Don McGlashan confronted the Cabinet minister over his comments at the event on Thursday night.
Taylor Swift buys back own music to gain control
The pop superstar shared a heartfelt message on her website announcing she has regained full ownership of her master recordings.
How New Zealand is falling in love with country music
Boots, banjos and big crowds - country music finds its voice in New Zealand
The revival of a genre that never went away
Boots, banjos, and big crowds - country music finds its voice in New Zealand. Audio
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
Tonight he's spinning tunes from Salt Water Criminals, Salad Boys and Ganavya. Audio
Worlds of Music for 31 May 2025 WEB
Music from the world, for the world, hosted by Trevor Reekie. Audio
'I don’t change for no one' - Hori Shaw and those bloody crocs
"I don't really care about that fame stuff," says the Aotearoa Music Awards' breakthrough artist of the year.
Wash the mind with a Gong Bath
Erika Grant is bringing her gongs to a special Listening Occasion that's part of Wellington's midwinter Lōemis Festival. Audio
