The Sampler

Nick Bollinger reviews a highly anticipated sophomore set from Alabama Shakes. Read more Audio

Melody Thomas reviews the solo debut of Lyttelton's velvet voice Marlon Williams. Read more Audio

This week Nick Bollinger reviews an epic live set from indie roots rockers Phosphorescent and the dance-pop of Swedish Malawian duo The Very Best, while Melody Thomas says hello - and goodbye - to… Read more Audio

Nick Bollinger reviews an epic live set from indie roots rockers Phosphorescent Read more Audio

Melody Thomas says hello - and goodbye - to Seattle seven-piece Rose Windows. Read more Audio

Nick Bollinger checks out the dance-pop of Swedish Malawian duo The Very Best. Read more Audio

Kirsten Johnstone discusses a stripped-back and deeply personal set from Sufjan Stevens for The Sampler. Read more Audio

Nick Bollinger reviews an electronic suite from Icelandic electronicists Kiasmos. Read more Audio

Nick Bollinger reviews a new album from the prolific Laura Marling. Read more Audio

Nick Bollinger reviews a new album from the prolific Laura Marling, and an electronic suite from Icelandic electronicists Kiasmos, while Kirsten Johnstone discusses a stripped-back and personal set… Read more Audio

This week in The Sampler Melody Thomas reviews new albums from local singer-songwriters Anika Moa and Mel Parsons; and Nick Bollinger discusses the long twilight of Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson. Read more Audio

Melody Thomas checks out the electronic evolution of Anika Moa. Read more Audio