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.

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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.

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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.

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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! 

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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 located

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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 Aotearoa

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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