Music
Asian businesses anticipate Trump tariff deadline
Asia correspondent Adam Hancock spoke to Lisa Owen about Donald Trump's tariff deadline looming for asian businesses, as well as the Dalai Lama turning 90 - saying he still has a few decades left in… Audio
British musician Lewis Capaldi is coming to New Zealand
After two years out of the spotlight and then a surprise Galstonbury performance, the British musician is now bound for NZ at the end of 2025.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 7 July 2025
In today's episode, the union representing midwives says Wellington Hospital cutting beds from its gynaecology and maternity wards in a trial aimed at making more room for patients from the… Audio
Critic reviews Black Sabbath and Oasis
It has been a huge weekend of music in the United Kingdom - with Black Sabbath performing a farewell show in Birmingham, and Oasis back on stage together to kick off their high-anticipated reunion… Audio
Worlds of Music 6 July 2025
Music from the world, for the world, hosted by Trevor Reekie. Audio
Ozzy and Black Sabbath perform final ever show, with support from metal royalty
The 'Prince of Darkness' held court from a giant leather throne, topped with a bat.
Best Song Eva: Sam Ruthe
Jim catches up with Sam Ruthefresh from his event at the International Mile in Oregon, and he shares his 'Best Song Eva'. Audio
Turkey opens Spotify probe after complaint about 'morally unacceptable' playlists
Turkey's competition authority has launched an investigation into Spotify for anti-competitive practices, and ministers want certain playlists banned.
Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne head home for their last show
Nearly six decades after helping pioneer heavy metal music, Black Sabbath are set to return to their home of Aston for 'Back to the Beginning' at Villa Park stadium.
Hymns on Sunday, 6 July 2025
Award-winning English composer Howard Goodall is responsible for the music to many well-known TV series, including Mr Bean, The Vicar of Dibley and Blackadder. In this week's programme, you can hear… Audio
Jake Baxendale's Gardening Music
Wellington saxophonist Jake Baxendale's new album evokes soft rain, vibrant new growth, and the wonderment of contemplating nature. Audio
Nashville Babylon: Saturday 5 July 2025
On this week's show there's blues from BB King and Alberta Hunter, reggae courtesy of Desmond Dekker, classic Americana from the Willard Grant Conspiracy, a live RNZ session track from Don McGlashan… Audio
British rock band Oasis reunite in Cardiff
The crowd, largely comprising middle-aged fans revisiting their youth, sang along to hits including "Cigarettes & Alcohol", "Supersonic", and "Roll With It."
The Mixtape: Alex Casey
Alex Casey selects a triptych of song pairs from each decade of her life for the RNZ Mixtape. Audio
DJ Al’Goodie brings home the goods
Producer So’omalo Iteni Schwalger has a kōrero with Stadium DJ Al’Goodie. Audio
Melo and Bass: The new Melodownz EP
Aotearoa rapper and poet Melodownz joins Tony Stamp for Music 101 to chat about his new EP, Melo & Bass. Audio
You’re invited: Princess Chelsea’s Midwinter Ball
Pricness Chelsea gives the low-down on her fantasy-themed Midwinter Ball. Audio
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
Featuring tracks from Celtic experimental musician Brìghde Chaimbeul, indie band Speed of Light, and Christchurch bedroom pop artist Pickle Darling. Audio
BBC will no longer broadcast "high-risk" performances
United Kingdom correspondent Edward O'Driscoll spoke to Lisa Owen about the BCC which has said it will no longer live broadcast "high-risk" performances after the controversy over Bob Vylan's… Audio
