Features

Music and arts writer Garth Cartwright chooses tunes and talks to Trevor Reekie about hitting the road, exploring new places, absorbing the music and encouraging the musicians to tell their stories. Audio

Kapa haka performer Ngairo Eruera and judge Te Atarangi Whiu share their experiences and their perspectives on the evolution of haka. Audio

Bixiga 70 is a 10-piece Brazillian band famed for a fusion of Latin and Brazilian influences, funky bass-lines, a tight horn section and plenty of percussive rhythms that make a welcome addition to any party. Audio

A look back and the life and career of the 'King of the High C's', presented by Roger Flury and Des Wilson. Video, Audio

This heartland NZ band featuring original member Todd Hunter and singer Mark Williams present a string of favourites in this high energy performance that has the audience singing along. Join in! Audio

Today, Nick heads to the Netherlands with the Koninklijk Conservatory Band, to Israel and the Congo with Yonathan Avishai, and back to NZ with Samsom Nacey Haines. Audio

"You could say [life at sea] is wet, salty, raw and beautiful" – Isaac Giesen.

The editors of a new book on Sāmoan LGBTQI culture say they wanted their stories told by their own people, not by anthropologists and academics.  Audio, Gallery

When kapa haka performers say it takes blood, sweat and tears to reach this weekend's national finals, they mean it. Te Aniwa Hurihanganui chats to some contenders and fans.

Widescreen: Steven Soderbergh’s second iPhone-shot film takes the technology to fresh heights, says Dan Slevin.

Engelbert Humperdinck has sold more than 140 million records worldwide and is still touring at 82. He speaks to Jim about fame, discovering new talent and why he's not putting his feet up yet Video, Audio

On the eighth anniversary of the 2011 Christchurch earthquake, Canterbury teenager Ashley Cullen describes how post-traumatic stress disorder tore through her childhood.

"Soulful vocals, shimmering guitars, and a seemingly inexhaustible supply of pop hooks will snare even the most jaded listener" in this 2009 session for Music 101.

This dynamic duo play tunes from their albums Between Moons and Tales from the Diaspora in Music Alive at 8pm on RNZ Concert. Audio

Will Hunt has been obsessed with underground spaces since he was a teenager. He’s explored derelict subway stations, magnificent caves and ancient underground cities. Audio

British duo Sleaford Mods have been called 'the angriest band in Britain' by The Guardian, and 'the world's greatest rock n' roll band' by Iggy pop. Vocalist Jason Williamson about their just-released album Eton Alive. Video, Audio

Dr Neal Barnard grew up on a cattle ranch in North Dakota, but after a traumatic experience at a hospital cafeteria he became a leading advocate for plant-based diets. Audio

A founding member of Russian activist group Pussy Riot, who has been imprisoned for her protests, says freedoms only exist if you fight for them and hope everyone will “take a riot” from their upcoming show. Video, Audio

Parliament is a gentle place where questions are asked and answers politely heard. Yeah right. Sometimes in the House the main instrument of debate is sheer noise. Audio

Two more women have come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against the R&B singer R Kelly.

The Electric Avenue music festival returns to Christchurch's Hagley Park this Saturday. RNZ's Katie Todd picks three local acts to look out for.

Tongan skier Kasete Naufahu Skeen is eyeing a new challenge as he sets his sights on qualifying for the 2022 Winter Olympics.

Australia's opposition should force the government to accept New Zealand's offer to resettle refugees from offshore detention, Manus Island refugees say.

Could New Zealand become a peace-keeping nation? We’ve done it before, and a new report suggests it would be quick and easy to set up. Audio