Music
Lisa Tomlins on her new Project Blending Big Band And Te Reo
Lisa Tomlins has a new feature in the NZ Fringe Festival called 'TNT', a collaboration between the Wellington Capital city Big Band and whanau. Audio
Zed Frontman Nathan King Talks Greenstone Summer Tour
Zed are part of the line-up for this year's Greenstone Summer Concert Tour, joining Iggy Pop, Joan Jett and the Hoodoo Gurus on stage. Frontman Nathan King dropped into the studio for a chat about the… Audio
Road Trip: Kate McDermott
Joining Anna for today's road trip is screenwriter Kate McDermott. Audio
Bret McKenzie announces two New Zealand shows
The popular Kiwi comedian and musician will perform in Auckland and Wellington in April.
Paloma Schneideman on Music in Film
Paloma Schneideman, the director and composer known as the musician PollyHill will speak to her work, writing, directing and scoring short films and her new feature 'Big Girls Don't Cry' which has… Audio
Frank Booker talks Acid Jazz
Frank Booker on one of his first loves is Acid Jazz, which makes him the perfect guest to unravel the genre with this hour. Audio
General Director of NZ Opera, Brad Cohen
Opera is a genre which has been associated with a few airs and graces, and not as accessible as other music. That's something Brad Cohen, the Director of New Zealand Opera, has made his mission to… Audio
On the road with Nigel Hampton
Nigel Hampton KC joins Anna to soundtrack his perfect road trip. Nigel's selections: Johnny Cash - Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down, Cleo Laine - He Was Beautiful, Leonard Cohen - Anthem, Don McLean -… Audio
Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir dead at 78
The rhythm guitarist helped guide the legendary American band through decades of change and success.
Hymns on Sunday, 11 January 2026
In this week's Summer Hymn Requests, you can hear a recording of The Lord's My Shepherd from Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee service in 2012, there's a song by English composer John Rutter, and… Audio
Nashville Babylon: 10 January 2026
On this week's 2 hour summer edition of Nashville Babylon there's blues from Slim Harpo and Big Mama Thornton, ska and reggae courtesy of Desmond Dekker and Althea & Donna, classic soul from Otis… Audio
Firsts, Favourites and Funerals: Scotty Stevenson
Scotty 'Sumo' Stevenson has been commenting on and writing about major sporting events for the past 20 years. He joins Summer Weekends to talk about the highlights and lowlights, and to play songs… Audio
The Logg Cabin: 9 January 2026
It's another special Summer Edition of the Logg Cabin this week as Mark dives into infectious rhythms of Latin Music. From classic Nuyorican soul and boogaloo to the central sounds of Salsa and Cumbia… Audio
On & On: 9 January 2026
On this week's show Christopher Tubbs eases into the evening with new northern soul from Ruff Dug, melodic Mediterranean vibes from Azure, turns back the clock with Richie Havens and Herb Alpert and… Audio
Folk singer Tom Cunliffe performs live
Tom Cunliffe is a London-born Zealand-based folk artist. He's just released his fourth and latest album, Spit Out Your Gum. Recorded at Auckland's Roundhead Studios, the album consists of nine tracks… Audio
On the road with Rachel Taulelei
Today we hit the road with Rachel Taulelei, who has been awarded a New Year Honour in 2026 for her services to business, Maori and governance. Rachel's selections: Stevie Wonder - As Luther Vandross -… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 9 January
South Marlborough is in a restricted fire season, meaning permits are required, and Canterbury has cancelled fire permits for the weekend. Heat alerts have been issued for Whakatane, Napier, Hastings… Audio
On the road with Richard Chambers
The Commissioner of Police, Richard Chambers, selects tracks to soundtrack his ideal road trip. Richard's selections: Billy Joel - Piano man New Radicals - You Get What You Give Queen - Radio Ga Ga… Audio
Major music act pulls out of two upcoming Kiwi festivals
Norwegian electronic music duo Röyksopp will be a no-show at Splore and Electric Avenue, organisers have confirmed.
Hoodoo Gurus to hit the road with Joan Jett and Iggy Pop
For over 40 years Aussie rockers Hoodoo Gurus have entertained crowds with their punk-tinged sound. This summer they're pairing up with the legends of rock, Joan Jett and Iggy Pop, for the Summer… Audio
