Music
Tom Scott brings some local flavours
Known for his role in the groups Home Brew, @Peace, Average Rap Band, and Avantdale Bowling Club, Tom Scott is one of the biggest names in Aotearoa's musical history. Last year he released his solo… Audio
Scott Towers likes to Disco Boogie
Fat Freddy Drop alumni Scott Towers aka Chopper Reeds is in the studio spinning some Disco Boogie, and providing Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams with the rich history behind the genre. Audio
Live music: Bazurka
Bazurka is a seven-piece ensemble based in Wellington, New Zealand. The band specialises in traditional folk songs rooted in the rich tapestry of the Balkans, as well as Greek folk music. They have a… Audio
Leron Thomas aka Pan Amsterdam dials in from Taupo
Leron Thomas, also known as Pan Amsterdam joins Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams from Taupo ahead of his upcoming shows with friend and collaborator, Iggy Pop. Audio
Harry Styles announces world tour - but New Zealand misses out
The former One Direction member unveiled a world tour in support of his new album Kiss All the Time, Disco, Occasionally. It's no surprise our islands don't make the cut.
Road Trip: Rob Sarkies
One of New Zealand's top film directors, Rob Sarkies, joins Anna to share his ultimate road trip and the songs he'd play on the way. Rob's playlist: They Thought I Was Asleep - Paul Kelly Talkin' Bout… Audio
John Baker breaks down the rich history of Iggy Pop
American singer-songwriter and musician Iggy Pop is on his way to Aotearoa's shore, and to help celebrate we've got music promoter John Baker joining Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams, bringing with… Audio
Sarah Thomson takes us to the Bahamas
Friend of the show and musical expert Sarah Thomson takes Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams to the Bahamas for a tour of the history of Compass Point Studios. Audio
What makes a good bakery pie?
Tim Provise joins Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams on the show to dissect his favourite bakeries from Aotearoa and around the world. Audio
Scott Cook and Pamela Mae
Scott Cook and Pamela Mae are a Canadian folk duo. Set to grace the stage at the Auckland Folk Festival this weekend, they'll also be taking their show on the road, touring 17 dates around the… Audio
Violet Hirst talks preforming live and finding inspiration
Contemporary singer-songwriter Violet Hirst joins Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams to chat about performing live, developing new music and pushing sonic boundaries. Audio
Fifty years of Hip-Hop history with DJ Hudge
Dave 'DJ Hudge' Hudgins sits with Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams to share a bit about hip-hops rich history. Audio
Counting Crows return to New Zealand
Globally favourites Counting Crows are set to touch down on Aotearoa's shores in March. They've announced a second show after their first Auckland show sold out. Many will be familiar with their hits… Audio
Helping rangatahi choose a different path through music
Fast-rising Māori roots reggae artist TAWHAKI says his music is about turning inherited trauma into something positive.
Road Trip: Shamubeel Eaqub
Today economist Shamubeel Eaqub takes us on his ultimate roadie and his top music picks to play on the way. Audio
Auckland Folk Festival hoping for sunshine
The Auckland Folk Festival will run from January 23-26. The lineup boasts Canadian duos Cassie & Maggie, as well as Scott Cook and Pamela Mae, and Aotearoa's own Mel Parsons, Tom Cunliffe and Bazurka… Audio
Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst dies, aged 70
Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023, Hirst was also a songwriter on many of the band's hits.
Erny Belle Live at the Leigh Sawmill Cafe
Ngapuhi singer-songwriter Erny Belle, known for her debut alt-folk/country and Pacific pop-tinged album 'Venus Is Home', preforms live at the Leigh Sawmill Cafe. Audio
HALFQUEEN reminisces about Splore through music
Shaquille Wasasala, also known as HALFQUEEN joins Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams to talk about this year's finale of Splore, and all the great moments from the historic festival, with a selection of… Audio
What to see at the Dowse Art Museum this year
Dr Chelsea Nicholls takes Maggie Tweedie and Mark Williams on a tour of the latest exhibitions at The Dowse Art Museum. Audio
