Off The Record

Queens Of The Stone Age are coming back to New Zealand in December, their bass player Mike Shuman called up to reminisce about previous trips to Aotearoa, the bands that made him want to make music and what it was like auditioning for Josh HommeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miss June's lead singer Annabel called up to explain the balloon popping metaphor in their latest single PPD, plus we chatted about them playing big shows with Foo Fighters and My Chemical RomanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the day they released their new song Hiasom, Midwave Breaks lead singer Bruce called up to explain what those letter stand for, and give us a bit of a rural round up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puscifer’s Mat Mitchell and Carina Round called up to talk about the band’s darker, more aggressive new album, Normal Isn’t, and their upcoming Auckland double bill with A Perfect Circle at Spark Arena on December 13.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Milan from Pluto called in to our Day In Loo up the top of the SkyTower in Auckland to talk about some shows he has coming up, plus he shared stories from his acting days in lieu of our guest theme Legends Of The Telly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph Greer from The Temper Trap called in ahead of the release of the band's new album Sungazer. From growing up on Auckland's North Shore to the global success of Sweet Disposition, Joseph reflected on the highs, challenges and lessons of life in one of Australia's biggest indie rock bands, plus what fans can expect when they hit the road with Muse across the US of A.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Lee from Evanescence called up to chat about opening for Metallica on their recent stadium tour, their new album Sanctuary, and how they collaborated with artists including Jordan Fish and Spiritbox to help to evolve the Evanescence sound more than 20 years on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi musicians Miriam Clancy and Dion Lunadon (The D4) have teamed up in Brooklyn, New York to record a heartfelt new version of The Chills classic I Love My Leather Jacket, following the passing of frontman Martin Phillipps. Miriam called up from New York to chat about the making of their version of the song and update us on her upcoming album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Veils have a new album coming out this winter, and a tour to suit. Their singer Finn Andrews popped in for a chat about what it'll sound like and where they're going - it could be to a town near you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie rockers the DMAs have a self-titled album coming out this winter, their guitarist Johnny called up for a chat about their travels around the world (including Auckland) and where on the planet Heatin Park is locatedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mid way through their first ever tour of New Zealand, Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers called up for a chat about their brilliant name, music and first impressions of AotearoaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Old mate from Opshop Jason Kerrison called up to chat about Amplify Aotearoa: Take It To The Bridge, a project pairing iconic Kiwi musicians with rangatahi artists to reinterpret classic New Zealand songs. Jase opens up about his own struggles with shyness as a kid, the teachers who changed his life through music, and why creating safe, welcoming spaces for young artists matters so much.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of releasing their new song Falling Into You, Tadpole called in for an exclusive preview of the track, including their singer Lauren who'd just flown in from Christchurch with some exciting news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of his New Zealand return this November, Jack Johnson called up talk surf trips, life on the road with mates and what to expect when he hits Aotearoa with Ben Harper and John Butler for the Surfilmusic tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch rockers The Response have just released their new song Hollow Hour, their singer Andy called up for a chat about their recent tour of Australia, the anthropocene and the merch item that keeps on giving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland rockers Clap Clap Riot are touring New Zealand in May and June, playing songs from their upcoming album including the latest single Like A Lover. Their guitarist Dave popped in for a chat about life on the road, hanging with the Pixies his new hatred of bananas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bella Rafflyn called up to talk about her new song Corduroy Boy, her summer highlights (including competing with Sir Dave Dobbyn) and the way she described her drummer was the strangest we've had this year!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch rockers Volts called up to talk about their new song System Failure; their upcoming shows in Wellington during New Zealand Music Month and playing with Shihad on their farewell tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of 2024 Auckland rockers Villainy released Miles Away, a few weeks later they decided to put out an acoustic version. Their singer Neill called up to explain why and also preview the Wellington show they have coming up with The D4See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland travellers No Cigar are reconvening in New Zealand this March for a tour of Aotearoa, their guitarist Arthur called up for a chat about where everyone is in the world right now, the new single Problem and its Smashing Pumpkins influence and the best other kiwi bands playing live this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland rockers Villainy have released a new song called Miles Away, their singer Neill popped in for a chat about it, their summer plans, and had a go at being a radio DJ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland rockers Villainy released their debut album twelve years ago, their singer Neill called up to reflect on the journey they've been on and took us back to the start, the multiple flights to to Australia, the connections to Shihad and Crowded House, and what's still to come for the band. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Salmonella Dub have just released a new album called For All Things Alive, and they're going on tour. Andrew from the band called up to chat about the locations and how Troy Kingi got involved on one of the tracks after a hail storm in Nelson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland band Coast Arcade can't wait to play their new song Baited to crowds in Auckland and Taupo in the coming months. Their drummer Thom called up for a chat about Taylor Hawkins, Travis Barker and the downward trend of drum solos at gigs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie rockers Teenage Dads are coming over here for some shows on September 4, 6, 7 and 8. They called up from a car in the dessert to talk about skiing, bees, their brand new album Majordomo and WWF wrestling cards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamilton band Retro Valley have been flying around the country on tour this week, they called up with tales from the road and to introduce a new song that's ideal for blasting when you're alone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg catches up with Willy from No Cigar and chats about playing and recording overseas, what music means to him, and their album, The Great Escape!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of releasing their new single Alive 4 U, Ben from Retro Valley gave us a call and offered a sneak peek at the tune, as well as revealing their movements around New Zealand this winter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Cullen has released an EP, he called up from overseas to introduce the title track Love Again; and yarn about surfing, sun burn and Bali prisons.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma Dilemma is traversing the planet with her guitar, she called in from Singapore where she was about to share the stage with sixty other bands from all over the world, and introduced us to her new song Ready Or Not. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Keys have released their 12th studio album Ohio Players, Dan Auerbach from the band called up to talk about collaborating with Beck, Noel Gallagher and Alice Cooper amongst others for this latest collection of tunes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer Thieves have been busy preparing for their set at the NZ Tattoo & Art Festival at TSB Stadium on November 25, their singer Jake called up to talk tats and the rest of their upcoming summer tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capital Theatre's lead singer can speak - and sing again - after extensive throat surgery. He called in to show off his new voice and go through the upcoming extensive New Zealand tour dates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Boondock's new song Black Taxi features some great drumming from Brandon, but can he play it at this long weekend's big music festival given the state of his legs after a massive boogie boarding accident?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ekko Park have released a new song, they called up to explain the concept of a "waterfall EP" and why they all needed tiger balm after shooting the music video. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No Cigar are about to head off to Europe, they called up in between packing their bags with the backstory to their new song Concubine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rodney Fisher from Goodshirt has released a new album with the help of Christchurch duo The Response. He called up to celebrate the tunes and reveal the other creative endeavours he's since gotten into. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before Auckland band Silcrow head off to London for their OE they've released a rockin' tune called Believe. Oscar from the band called up to introduce it and get some packing advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer Thieves have released Slow Down, Adam from the band called up to talk about how fast the year is going, the moon landing and their upcoming album and tour dates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch muso Mim Jensen has released another track from her upcoming EP called The Colour Blue. She called up to talk about the five year genesis of the song and her upcoming tour dates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tablefox are about to hit their ten year anniversary together, their guitarist Matt called up to run us through the upcoming celebrations, the new song Only A Matter Of Time and the best place to get a chocolate fix when on tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mild Orange formed in Dunedin but these days live in London. They've taking the long way home - via touring through Europe, America, Canada and Australia to come home for two weeks; play a bunch of shows around New Zealand over Labour Weekend then fly back to the UK. Merts from the band called up to tells us some tales from the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake from Summer Thieves gave us a call to introduce their new song Tongue & Cheek; along with an update on the album, summer touring, the state of his mullet and a few other random yarns for good measure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest Silver Scroll award winner is Troy Kingi. He and Angie unpack the song here to figure out why more than 10,000 musos in Aotearoa thought this: the best song in the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Taylor Hawkins & The Coattail Riders released their third album Get The Money in 2019, Angie caught up the main man and Foo Fighter, and what a great New Zealander he was. Here's a replay of that chat. RIPSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Written after the first lockdown, Ekko Park's new song Breakdown had its debut with Chris Key on the Hauraki Night show. Find out why they waited 'til now to release it and what the connection is to the town of Te Awamutu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of the Black Seeds releasing their new song and video for It’s So Real, Chris Key convinced lead singer Barnaby Weir to give him an exclusive on the Hauraki Night show. And so it was so. And so it was done. Barnaby also revealed how long the song has been around in his brain (how many years?) and the random places their music has been consumed around the planet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before the new song from Racing called In Silver was unleashed on March 11, Dan from the band gave Chris Key an exclusive first listen on the Hauraki Night show. He also explained their unusual strategy for releasing songs this year, including the next album, and when we can expect to see them on stage again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the 35th anniversary of U2 releasing The Joshua Tree, Angie went through the album, track by track, with the help of special guests Bono, The Edge, Adam and Larry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate the release of their Greatest Hits album Hits To The Head, Alex and Bob from Franz Ferdinand zoomed in from Scotland to chat with Tracey Donaldson about their return to playing live and intimate shows, getting their new drummer Audrey and what lies ahead for 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.