RNZ: Music 101

Canadian duo Japandroids have spent the last decade belting out heartfelt garage rock anthems that cast an eye back to the freedoms of youth.

This week, a candid chat with The Naked And Famous, British producer Sohn, and Wellington band Draghound introduce themselves, plus new tunes from The Shins, Sampha, and David Bowie.

Introverted English minimalists, The XX, have expanded their sound palette on their third album I See You. Jamie XX talks about creating joyful songs, and the strong bonds within the band.

Twenty five years after the release of the third Crowded House album, Neil Finn, Tim Finn and Nick Seymour talk about the making of the classic record.

Sohn shares his second album and stories about being (Lorde collaborator) Joel Little's best friend, and why he won't think tank a song for Rihanna.

Baynk talks SoundCloud success, and the transition from bedroom producer to live performer.

Choreographer, actress, dancer and now singer Parris Goebel shares shares the music that motivates her, and speaks about creativity, strength and passion.

Draghound introduce their song 'Flange In The Bedroom'.

Thom and Alisa from The Naked and Famous talk world tours, surviving in LA, and keeping the band together post-relationship breakup.

We talk to Dinosaur Jr's long-suffering drummer Murph, catch up with Nick Murphy (formerly known as Chet Faker), Polyester Introduce themselves, plus new music from the Avalanches, Dirty Projectors, and Weezer.