John Grant
John Grant: US singer's Iceland life
American singer-songwriter John Grant, once of the alternative rock band the Czars, has now forged a flourishing solo career. His 2010 debut Queen of Denmark was named best album of the year by Mojo… Audio
Songs of Disillusionment
Marlene Dietrich was the ultimate world-weary songstress. William Dart listens to new albums by John Grant and James Blake, both peddling songs of disillusionment, and, like Dietrich, doing it with… Video, Audio
John Grant - Queen of Denmark
Alex Taylor (sometimes known as Bellfrog) performs the title song from American songwriter John Grant's debut album. Audio
Marty Duda reviews artist of the week John Grant
Although John Grant began his musical career in the 1990s as a member of a band from Denver called The Czars, it's his solo work over the past 6 years that has brought him the most acclaim. His debut… Audio
John Grant: songs of sobriety
American singer-songwriter John Grant is lauded for his vocal presence and confessional ballads. Now based in Iceland, he and his five-piece band will perform at the Auckland Arts Festival, and WOMAD… Audio
New Horizons 2015 Santa Special
William Dart returns to his favourite theme of all - songs about the Big Man in Red. This year, Kiwi artists Mary, Wendyhouse and Wing sit alongside RuPaul, John Grant, Kylie Minogue, Pearl Bailey… Audio
Womad Taranaki 2016 Preview
Enjoy a preview of some of the fascinating and eclectic array International and local performers heading our way for the Womad Taranaki Festival in New Plymouth in March 2016 - hosted by Trevor… Audio
Grey Tickles, Black Pressure by John Grant
Nick Bollinger surveys songs about depression and discos from Reykjavík resident John Grant. Audio
The Sampler for 24 November 2015
Nick Bollinger reviews the electronic art-pop of Grimes; songs about depression and discos from John Grant; and vinyl reissues of a few Kiwi classics. Audio
Kaipara College keeps classrooms closed all week
Asbestos-hit Kaipara College will keep its classrooms closed all week but seniors facing imminent exams will be tutored at other places. Audio
Asbestos closes West Auckland high school
Asbestos dust has been discovered in the air in the school hall and the administration block at Kaiapara College in Helensville. Audio
New Horizons: John Grant
William Dart looks at the music of John Grant, whose third solo album Grey Tickles, Black Pressure has recently been released, and who will be appearing at the 2016 Auckland Arts Festival Audio