The Sampler

Auckland musician Payton Taplin, who is now making guitar-based indie rock under the name 'Greatsouth', says his new album is full of protest songs that pay homage to his South Auckland background. Read more Video, Audio

The Best Country Song winner is joined by three members of Tiny Ruins for her third album of philosophical alt-country. Read more Video, Audio

The latest from an indie musician with an impressive CV. Read more Video, Audio

A frothy, percussion-fuelled blast of '60s pop and dance music thump. Read more Video, Audio

The '90s indie rockers are back with their second album following a 15 year break, and have a lot to say about life online. Read more Video, Audio

The New York singer-songwriter presents a hyper-literate mix of indie-pop and found sounds. Read more Video, Audio

Maggie Tweedie explores the latest from American hip-hop musician Rapsody. Read more Video, Audio

Tony meets Auckland beatmaker SR Mpofu to find out how he released 12 projects in one year, learn about his childhood in Zimbabwe, and receive a lesson in music production. Read more Audio

The soundtrack to the web series focusing on Auckland's inner-city Pasifika community features music performed by members of Leao and Noa Records. Read more Audio

The elusive UK soul collective present a one-track album that celebrates spirituality. Read more Audio

Lou Barlow's indie pop duo reunite for another mix of the heartfelt and experimental. Read more Video, Audio

The soft-pop superstar reappears with an extra shot of soul on her third album. Read more Audio