The Sampler

Maggie Tweedie explores Romance, the latest album from Irish post-punk quintet Fontaines D.C. Read more Video, Audio

Tony Stamp looks back at three albums turning 30 this year, in the first of a six-part series. Read more Video, Audio

The forward-thinking East African DJ presents a selection of music that soundtracked her childhood. Read more Video, Audio

The Japanese composer presents the latest in a long run of collaborations with director Hayao Miyasaki. Read more Audio

Finn Johansson explains his new music video game company to Tony Stamp, and gives him a demo of their first release. Read more Video, Audio

The London record label and promotion co. present an impressive selection of artists they've worked with over the years. Read more Video, Audio

An expansive, digressive live album by an indie Americana great. Read more Audio

Auckland musician Payton Taplin, who is now making guitar-based indie rock under the name 'Greatsouth', says his new album is full of protest songs that pay homage to his South Auckland background. Read more Video, Audio

The Best Country Song winner is joined by three members of Tiny Ruins for her third album of philosophical alt-country. Read more Video, Audio

The latest from an indie musician with an impressive CV. Read more Video, Audio

A frothy, percussion-fuelled blast of '60s pop and dance music thump. Read more Video, Audio

The '90s indie rockers are back with their second album following a 15 year break, and have a lot to say about life online. Read more Video, Audio