David Ridler

David Ridler has 25 years experience in the NZ music industry, including six years as Head of Music at NZ on Air, as well as commercial radio programming, management and talent coaching. He joins Tony… Audio

The outgoing Head of Music at NZ On Air shares memories of his six years in the role, and spins ten local songs that came across his desk during that time. Audio

As part of our celebration of 100 years of NZ radio, Tony Stamp looks into what the future of music radio might look like in this country, with expert help from Jess Fu (95bFM), David Ridler (NZ on… Audio

With New Zealand radio stations now happy to play around 15 - 20 percent Kiwi artists, is it still necessary to have New Zealand Music Month?  Audio

Drum & Bass icon Andy C talks with mega-fan David Ridler ahead of his upcoming New Zealand shows. Audio

David Ridler, NZ On Air's Head of Music and Radio, speaks with Zac Arnold about NZ On Air's recent changes to new music funding. Audio

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

NZ On Air Music Manager, Brendan Smyth, tells tales from his early days as a public servant with an afro and a green velvet suit, to having 20 percent local music on the airwaves. Audio, Gallery