Jeremy Ansell
Musical Chairs - Anna Rugis
It's a long way from The Bombay Hills to London, New York and LA. But that's where Anna Rugis' voice has taken her. She has credits on songs by Cliff Richard, Cat Stevens and a host of others. In… Audio
Musical Chairs - Clive Coulson
Clive Coulson - vocalist with local 60's bands the Dark Ages and The Rayders - went on to tour with Jeff Beck, Led Zeppelin and Bad Company. Today in Musical Chairs Clive Coulson shares tales from the… Audio
Musical Chairs - Zaine Griff
Bass player and vocalist Glenn Mikkelson left New Zealand in 1974 taking with him recordings he had made with Auckland band Human Instinct. A decade later under the name Zaine Griff he returned home… Audio
Musical Chairs - Sola Rosa
Later today we feature new music with a familiar ring for long-time National Radio listeners. Producer Andrew Spraggon (better known as Sola Rosa), takes 60's and 70's lounge music, combines it with… Audio
Musical Chairs - DJ Sir-Vere
DJ Sir-Vere's involvement in DJ culture stretches back to childhood tales of manning the turntables when his D.J.-ing dad needed to take a toilet break. He grew up to present radio programmes, co-host… Audio
Musical Chairs - Jacqui Keelan
There's no beating around the bush with Maori singer/performer Jacqui Keelan. She knows the music industry well and is a seasoned performer. Her drive comes from her Ngati Porou whakapapa and her… Audio
Musical Chairs - P Money
Musical Chairs today features hip-hop renaissance man, P Money, and his ambitious musical multi-tasking. P Money talks about how he got started in music; his career so far - from his first taste of… Audio
Musical Chairs - David Long
Over the past two decades, David Long has zigzagged his way through more musical adventures than an artist twice his age. His strength has always been his versatility. An accomplished composer for… Audio
Musical Chairs - SJD
Sean James Donnelly, better known as SJD, combines unforgettable heart-on-sleeve songs with state-of-the art technology. He is a self confessed "bedroom boffin" but is determined not to let his muse… Audio
Musical Chairs - Paul McLaney
Singer/ songwriter Paul McLaney has played extensively throughout New Zealand, establishing a loyal following and an enviable live reputation. As well, McLaney (as 'The Avalanche Trio' and 'Gramsci')… Audio
Musical Chairs - Toni Huata
Toni Huata's debut album "Te Maori E" is dedicated to her late grandfather, Te Okanga Huata who was also a fine composer and gifted orator. Inspired by a cassette which included many of her… Audio
Musical Chairs - Kantuta
Two decades before Ricky Martin came on the scene Kantuta was turning New Zealanders on to passionate and infectious Latino rhythms. Chilean brothers Alvaro and Eduardo Diaz founded the group after… Audio
Musical Chairs - Kantuta
Two decades before Ricky Martin came on the scene Kantuta was turning New Zealanders on to passionate and infectious Latino rhythms. Chilean brothers Alvaro and Eduardo Diaz founded the group after… Audio
Musical Chairs - Ray Columbus
Musical chairs features one of the first New Zealand artists to hit the big time - Ray Columbus helped change the face of New Zealand pop music. Ray Columbus and the Invaders scored successive top 10… Audio
Musical Chairs - Caroline Easther
During the 80's and 90's Caroline Easther cut an impressive figure drumming for bands the like of Beat Rhythm Fashion, the Spines, Verlaines, Circus Block Four and the Chills. Caroline Easther is… Audio
Musical Chairs - Ardijah
For the best part of two decades, Ardijah has championed funk, regardless of the fickle fashions of the music world. After hitting the charts with covers of 'Silly Love Songs' and 'Love So Right'… Audio
Musical Chairs - The Orlando Singers
In Musical Chairs this week, The Orlando Singers of Auckland are one of this country's foremost acapella groups, they've been performing together for over 25 years. Traditional madrigals and church… Audio
Musical Chairs - Garageland
The band's poppy first album 'Last Exit to Garageland' cracked the New Zealand top forty and brought comparisons to everyone from The Clean to Buddy Holly. But the band became frustrated by what they… Audio
Musical Chairs - Salmonella Dub
Joined by band member, Andrew Penman of Salmonella Dub has established itself as an accomplished live act creating its own blend of atmospheric, funky basslines and sweet sounds from Jamaica… Audio
Musical Chairs - Stellar
1999 was a Stellar* year. The New Zealand pop group exploded onto the nation's music scene with their debut album Mix. The four-member band has a wealth of talent, led by the impressive writing, vocal… Audio