The Sampler

The second album from the now-Auckland-based singer songwriter turns to the contemplative and pastoral, while still keeping things a bit noisy. Audio

The founding member of one of Aotearoa's best-loved groups speaks with Tony Stamp about longevity, influences, and their long-awaited sixth studio album. Read more Video, Audio

The Los Angeles pop futurists plunge deeper into their own mythology on a catchy second outing. Audio

The Christchurch musician unpacks the darker tone of her third album. Audio

A second helping of well-crafted guitar anthems from the acerbic Christchurch band. Audio

The British producer heads away from jazz to deliver an hour of dancefloor behemoths. Audio

The three young filmmakers have made documentaries on Dunedin's infamous Castle St, illegal Bikelife groups in Huntly and Hamilton, and plenty more, and recently expanded into Europe. Audio

The local seven-piece deliver more songs that head in several different directions at once while somehow staying cohesive. Audio