Music
'It costs to be a musician'
Is money too tight to mention for Aotearoa's music makers? Seven local musicians at different stages of their careers tell us how they're making ends meet in 2024.
Four Seasons, four string players and a Grand Ballroom
Versatile violinist Cathy Irons talks with David Morriss about her upcoming concert at the Hanmer Springs Hotel, where the Cathy Irons String Quartet will be performing Vivaldi's Four Seasons in the… Audio
Commerce Commission wins legal battle against Viagogo
The Commerce Commission has won a long-running legal battle against the ticket reseller Viagogo, which repeatedly misled New Zealanders about its status as an official ticket outlet. Chief Executive… Audio
Music 101 Interviews | Trailer
The biggest stars. The best musicians. Local NZ talent and global chart-toppers. They all talk to Charlotte Ryan on Music 101 Interviews, sharing their stories from the road and the studio, the tales… Audio
'Suite Stuff' from the Avery organ
Organist John Wells is presenting a week-long series of concerts on the historic Avery organ at Ponsonby Baptist Church in Auckland. Audio
Music feature: The music and legacy of Minnie Riperton
American soul singer Minnie Riperton is most famous for her number one single 'Lovin' You'. Audio
Young cellist chasing overseas dream
A New Zealand cellist is busy fundraising after being given the opportunity to study at one of the world's top music schools. Audio
The TAHI 30/4/24
On today's show we chat about Mothers Day do’s and don'ts, local rock band Death Chemist squeeze on the couch and chat with Evie about their latest track, and Auckland-based artist Crystal Chen has a… Audio
Book review: My Name is Barbra by Barbra Streisand
Ralph McAllister reviews My Name is Barbra by Barbra Streisand published by Century. Audio
Vera Ellen and Georgia Gets By say 'no' to SXSW Festival
Two New Zealand artists have cancelled their appearances at a major US music festival in protest at the event's defence industry sponsors.
The Chills' Martin Phillipps to sell record collection
The Chills lead singer Martin Phillipps is selling much of his beloved pop culture collection on TradeMe to help pay for repairs to his house. Phillipps spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Interviewing Tina Turner, Russell Baillie reminisces
Today we go back to 1994, when kiwi music reviewer Russell Baillie interviewed the one and only Tina Turner. TRussell speaks to Jesse. Audio
What's the secret behind Taylor's success?
Here's what the record-breaking singer has in common with the Beatles, Beyonce and Elton John, a music expert tells RNZ's Sunday Morning. Video, Audio
A Tribute to Henry Mancini
William Dart salutes Henry Mancini, born 100 years ago, a man whose music provided a stylish backdrop for the best of America's mainstream popular culture. Audio
Teremoana Rapley reveals she's living with inoperable brain cancer
The award-winning musician announced the diagnosis days after winning a top honor at the Taite Music Awards.
Taylor Swift and the Axis chord progression
The Axis Chord Progression is a run of four chords named after Aussie music-comedy trio Axis Of Awesome. Video, Audio
Hymns on Sunday, 28 April 2024
A great rendition of William Kethe's hymn All people that on earth do dwell begins this week's programme. You can also hear harvest hymns, and hymns of thanksgiving. Audio
Peter Hook talks Joy Division, New Order and why he's considering moving to Auckland
"There's very few places in the world where I've turned around and thought 'this is where I should be' but Auckland is one of them." Audio
Nashville Babylon: 27 April 2024
On this week's Nashville Babylon there's classic blues from Ma Rainey and Freddie King, soul courtesy of Otis Redding and Nina Simone, reggae from Marcia Griiffith plus Cat Power covering Jackson… Audio
How recording their latest album helped Sleater-Kinney work through 'incredible grief'
In the wake of a personal tragedy, writing songs gave them "a sense of purpose", singer Corin Tucker tells Music 101. Audio