Stories by Sam Wicks

Chvrches' Martin Doherty explains how he's weighed in behind his bandmate, Lauren Mayberry, who has been the target of social media abuse.

Vampire Weekend's Chris Baio talks to Sam Wicks about the source material behind his dancefloor-focused solo album.

Father John Misty offers a first-hand account of his psychedelically-enhanced alias.

Kody Nielson sits down with Music 101's Sam Wicks to talk through his new album, Personal Computer.

Aaron Tokona checks in with Music 101's Sam Wicks about his unfiltered and undiluted approach to music.

Setting a style agenda in hip hop, A$AP Ferg talks about his hometown’s cultural impact and carrying on family tradition.

Drummer Dave Rowntree talks to Music 101's Sam Wicks about the unexpected return of Blur 12 years after their last album.

The Mint Chicks look back on their debut album, F**k The Golden Youth.

Pete Wentz talks about his band's motives.

Despite their success, Six60 say they still feel like outsiders in the NZ music community.

Ahead of Westfest 2015, Soundgarden drummer Matt Cameron speaks to Music 101.

Weird Together talk to Sam Wicks about their United Nations approach to the dancefloor.

FKA twigs talked to Music 101's Sam Wicks about maintaining total control of her music.

Chelsea Jade Metcalf has dropped her Watercolours moniker for her latest release, but her ethereal R&B remains.

SSXUB is the new release from Shapeshifter and The Upbeats, an EP that finds the two electronic music outfits seeking middle ground between their respective brands of bass.

Electric Wire Hustle have just released Love Can Prevail, the follow-up to their 2009 eponymous debut.

Shihad speak to Sam Wicks about their ninth studio album and collaborating with their original producer.

Australian trio Hilltop Hoods say they've always felt a sense of brotherhood with New Zealand rappers.

When Louie Knuxx touched down at Wellington Airport last year, it’d been six years since he’d stepped foot on NZ soil – the result of various warrants out for his arrest.

Auckland band Pals are given two minutes to introduce one of their songs and say whatever they like about themselves.

Bailey Wiley introduces her first single from her EP, IXL featuring Raiza Biza.

Emerging local musicians are given two minutes to introduce one of their songs and say whatever they like about themselves.Your time ... starts ... Now!

Sam Wicks sits with Brotha D and Andy from the Dawn Raid entertainment record label to discuss 15 years, some tough, others victorious.