Recent Music Stories
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What is going on with P Diddy?
Explainer: US hip hop star Sean Combs has been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons.
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Island life with a classical twist
2 Apr 2024Tania Frazer and Amalia Hall are bringing a new chamber music festival to Waiheke Island. Audio
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'The godfather of Ōtara' leads the way on this 1994 R&B classic
2 Apr 2024New Urban Polynesian features Pauly Fuemana, who would go on to become OMC, alongside his siblings Philip, Christina, and Tony. Video, Audio
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Prince's musical relationships - with fan and composer Victoria Kelly
2 Apr 2024Victoria Kelly shares some lesser-known songs by her musical hero Prince. Video, Audio
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The TAHI 2/4/24
On today’s episode, Evie is back (again). So’omālō tells us the safest way to consume leftovers, we rank all the best April fool’s jokes, and find the perfect formula for casting the next Bachelor. Audio
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Dragon celebrates 50th anniversary with national tour
2 Apr 2024Veteran rock band Dragon is about to tour the country 50 years after they first formed. Audio
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Worlds of Music 31 March, 2024
Music from the world, for the world, with Driss El Maloumi, Ebony Lamb, Dom La Nena, and internationally celebrated Chilean cumbia orchestra, Chico Trujillo. Audio
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Old Friends
31 Mar 2024William Dart features two of the hippest octogenarians in the business: Van Dyke Parks working with Gaby Moreno, and the bluesman who shares his name with one of India's iconic palaces - Taj Mahal. Audio
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Marvin Gaye: Never-before heard music resurfaces in Belgium
Lawyer says there are 66 demos of new songs on a cache of cassette tapes that have lain hidden in Belgium for more than 40 years.
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Lizzo says she 'quits' after 'lies' against her
In an Instagram post, the pop star said she was tired of being ridiculed for her looks and character.
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Hymns on Sunday, 31 March 2024
31 Mar 2024Celebrate Easter Sunday with favourite Easter hymns, including Jesus Christ is risen today, Thine be the glory, and the New Zealand Easter hymn Christ is alive! Audio
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Mirror suits and serenades: The allure of Chris Isaak
Even a famous singer like Chris Isaak suffers from imposter syndrome - 'I write music and then I go: 'Who wants to hear this?' But I can't help myself,' he tells RNZ's Music 101. Audio
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All About That Bass
30 Mar 2024Inspired by an album from Viennese bass player Gina Schwartz, Nick presents a show of bass-led music - including players like Charles Mingus, Dave Holland, and Linda Oh. Audio
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The Fuzzy Robes: recording psychedelic prayers in NZ churches
30 Mar 2024Shannon Fowler is part of the The Fuzzy Robes, a psychedelic indie collective who record their irresistible incantations in churches throughout New Zealand. The band spans Tamaki Makaurau and Otautahi… Audio
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NZ’s Mountain Boy: staying true to music in the Spotify age
30 Mar 2024Aaron Clarke is the singer/songwriter behind Mountain Boy. He talks openly about the pressure on musicians to seek attention in the Spotify age and how he stays true to what's important. The… Audio
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Church & AP showcase their unique brand of creativity on Postal
30 Mar 2024So'omalo Schwalger reviews a masterful new release from the local hip-hop duo. Video, Audio
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On Bright Future Adrianne Lenker is as beguiling as ever
30 Mar 2024Tony Stamp assesses a countrified new solo release from the Big Thief frontperson. Video, Audio
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Gin Wigmore on sharing a stage with Tom Jones in Napier
30 Mar 2024Gin Wigmore is preparing to share the stage with Tom Jones who will headline Harvest Moon in Napier. The New Zealand born singer/songwriter has released platinum albums and created music for film and… Audio
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Chris Isaak: 'My song-writing is a pencil and a guitar'
30 Mar 2024Legendary US singer, songwriter Chris Isaak chats, strums, and serenades Charlotte Ryan ahead of his New Zealand show. Over his 40 year career he's written 13 critically acclaimed studio albums and… Audio
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80s NZ Jazz Fusion
29 Mar 2024Nick looks in on 1980s NZ jazz fusion band Space Case. Plus tracks from Charles Mingus, and Cuban/NYC band Orquesta Akokán. Audio
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New community, same credo
28 Mar 2024Julian Raphael talks about bringing the spirit of community singing to Taranaki, where participation is key (even if you're slightly off). Video, Audio
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Music Critic: Dianne Swann
28 Mar 2024This week Dianne Swann talks with Jesse about the new album fromWelsh singer-songwriter, Gruff Rhys - Sadness Sets Me Free. Audio
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The TAHI 28/3/24
On today’s show, guest appearances from emerging musicians Reiki Ruawai as well as Hone who chat with So’omālō about their latest tracks, and we discuss the origins of the heimlich. Audio
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