Music
When the pipes called, John Sellwood answered
John Sellwood talks about why he decided to direct 12,000 Miles, a documentary about the New Zealanders who went to the 2023 World Pipe Band Championships in Scotland. Video, Audio
12,000 Miles | Episode 1: Ground Work
In the first of a three-part series, bands from Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland travel to Scotland to compete in the World Pipe Band Championships. Video
12,000 Miles | Episode 2: Circadian Clocks
In part two of 12,000 Miles, we follow four Kiwi bands as they land in Glasgow, adjust to the time difference, and prepare for their first competitions. Video
12,000 Miles | Episode 3: 'The Green'
In our final episode, it's down to the wire as the bands face the judges in their final performances. Video
Rock legends ZZ Top announce New Zealand shows
The rock'n'roll legends will bring their Elevation Tour to Auckland's Spark Arena and Wellington's TSB Arena next May.
Artist Vallé on Papua New Guinea, barbering and lyrics
Vallé's exploration of his roots has taken him on a journey of many sorts. In this episode of Here Now, he talks to Kadambari Raghukumar about the impact that's had on his life.
Worlds of Music 1 December, 2024
Music from the world, for the world, with Rajery, St Germain, Barbara Dane, and Banjo master Béla Fleck. Audio
'Splash of Anarchic'
With four programmes to go in the Countdown to the end of New Horizons, William Dart can't resist the spurring on of Daniel Beban's terrific new book, Future Jaw-Clap, to investigate the wild and… Audio
Corrella: 'We got into this for fun, love of music and performing'
Corrella have come a long way since trying to fit "an eight-person band into the Portland Public House." Audio
Indie icon Kim Deal's singing voice is as cool and comforting as ever on her solo debut
Tony Stamp reviews Breeders singer Kim Deal's solo debut, and a piano-based album from Wellington musician Tess de Lyon.
Nobody Loves You More by Kim Deal
The indie icon, known for The Breeders and Pixies, presents her solo debut. Audio
Corrella on their rapid rise, and second album Skeletons
Tony Stamp sits down with Pipwharauroa Campbell and Te Naawe Tupe to hear about their beginnings in the NZ Navy, and the follow up to their succesful debut. Audio
Tessa's Album by Tessa de Lyon
An album of sparse, piano-led tunes from the frontperson of Wellington band Mystery Waitress. Audio
Essential New Zealand Albums: Doug Jerebine Is Jesse Harper
From learning guitar in Dargaville to seeking enlightenment in India, Doug Jerebine's musical journey has been a richly textured one.
Hymns on Sunday, 1 December 2024
The season of Advent begins today – a time of waiting and expectation leading up to Christmas. Sing along to favourite Advent hymns including O come, Emmanuel and Come, thou long-expected Jesus. Audio
Locals excited as concerts at Eden Park to double
The stadium can now host up to 12 concerts a year, and nearby bars and restaurants are set to benefit. Audio
Burnt out and heartbroken? Porridge Radio could be your new soundtrack
For Dana Margolin, the hopeful spirit of her band Porridge Radio's new album is captured in words she doesn't remember writing. Audio
Nashville Babylon: 30 November 2024
RNZ Music Presentation On this week's show there's blues from Magic Sam, a classic soul cut from James Carr, gospel courtesy of Sister Wynonna Carr, new music from Chuck Prophet plus a birthday tune… Audio
