Music 101

13:15 Sam Scott and Luke Buda celebrate 10 years of Hunt for the Wilderpeople

Two thirds of Moniker - who provided the soundtrack to Taika Waititi's acclaimed 2016 film - discuss its re-release in theatres, and their other job playing in Phoenix Foundation. 

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14:15 David Feauai-Afaese on their  Moana-indie sound and cultural sustainability

The LEAO bandleader speaks with Kara about building a sustainable career as an independent Pasifika artist in 2026, and working with OneMusic to raise awareness about public performance royalties.

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15:10 Iron and Wine backstage at Auckland's Powerstation

Tony Stamp visits American folk musician Sam Beam in the green room before his first NZ show in 14 years, to discuss his lo-fi beginnings, lightening up in his middle-age, and his pair of new albums.

Sam Beam. Photo: Kim Black

15:40 The Sampler: Play Me by Kim Gordon

Tony assesses the third solo album by former Sonic Youth member and avant-garde champion Kim Gordon, which finds her adding vocals to tracks ranging from trap and industrial to krautrock, with some pointed lyrical content.

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16:10 The Mixtape: Jimmy D

Local fashion designer Jimmy D tells Maggie Tweedie about the songs that have inspired him creatively throughout his career. From Freddie Mercury to Strawpeople and Rosalia, the mix is eclectic.

Fashion label Jimmy D's founder James Dobson Selects Spanish Popstar Rosalía For The Mixtape Photo: Maggie Tweedie

Songs Played:

1pm - 2pm

• Ebo Taylor - Heaven
• Nina Simone - Sinnerman
• Moniker - Milestone 2

2pm - 3pm

3pm - 4pm

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4pm - 5pm