Jeremy Ansell

Today on Musical Chairs John Dix - New Zealand's own Hunter S Thompson of rock - tells it like it was. John Dix got hooked on the sound of Kiwi legends Max Merritt and the Meteors and the La De Das… Audio

Known as New Zealand's "King Of Soul", Sonny Day has been a part of the Kiwi musical landscape since the late 1950s. By the early 60s he had formed Sonny Day & The Sundowners and released a string of… Audio

Evan Silva soul singer with the early 60s band The Action who did his tour of duty in Australia and after overdosing on the nightlife had a life changing experience that saw him become a pastor, He's… Audio

In Musical Chairs today, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the story of Dragon with founding member Todd Hunter. In part two of this exclusive interview Todd details Dragon's self destruction after… Audio

The late 70s era of Australian contemporary music was dominated by a band who's humble beginnings in Taumaranui soon catalysed "Ponsonby Rock" and fermented a legend before crossing the Tasman to… Audio

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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