Music 101 Interviews

The biggest stars. The best musicians. Local NZ talent and global chart-toppers. They all talk to Charlotte Ryan on Music 101 Interviews, sharing their stories from the road and the studio, the tales behind the song and from back-stage. Listen on the RNZ website or wherever you get your podcasts.

Episodes

Neil Finn: On endurance and new Crowded House

June 6, 2024 • 22 mins

Neil Finn shares stories with his old friend Charlotte Ryan about family, lyrics and the new Crowded House album.

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Shapeshifter celebrates 25 years: Drama, anxiety, "and a ridiculous amount of good times”

May 25, 2024 • 27 mins

Shapeshifter founding members Sam Trevethick and Nick Robinson reflect on the highs and lows of the band's 25 year career.

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Dame Hinewehi Mohi welcomed into the NZ Music Hall of Fame

May 18, 2024 • 24 mins

Dame Hinewehi Mohi has been welcomed into the NZ Music Hall of Fame. She talks to Charlotte Ryan about her remarkable life, and her brave moments that put music in te reo Māori on the world's stage.

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Tom Scott on his most political album yet: TREES

May 16, 2024 • 20 mins

In an interview from 2012 Tom Scott speaks to Charlotte Ryan about the influence of nature, spiritual jazz, and new ways of living on the award winning Avantdale Bowling Club album.

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Jordan Rakei: On work ethic and selling out

May 11, 2024 • 14 mins

Jordan Rakei hasn’t lived in New Zealand since he was four years old, but on his new album the NZ music influence is evident. He talks to Charlotte about becoming a father and the work ethic behind the release of his 5th album by age 31.

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The Nomad: Behind the decks at NZ's famed 90s underground raves

May 9, 2024 • 12 mins

It's New Zealand Music Month and we're revisiting an interview with Damon Schwalger, aka The Nomad, who was behind the decks at NZ's famed 90s underground raves and outdoor dance parties.

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Shepherds Reign: Polynesian heavy metal storytellers

May 4, 2024 • 9 mins

The band’s Oliver Leupolu and Filiva’a James share the crowd reactions to their first metal gig in Samoa and the influence of church music on their songs.

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Delaney Davidson: Gets personal

May 4, 2024 • 20 mins

Delaney Davidson talks honestly about his latest album and how turning 50 has changed his perspective.

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Dolly Parton: Fashion, fame and imposter syndrome

May 4, 2024 • 15 mins

Dolly Parton on her first rock album, her love of clothes and the reason she questioned her place in the ’Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

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The Topp Twins: On cancer and coming out raging

May 4, 2024 • 28 mins

Jools and Lynda talk about how cancer treatment has brought greater meaning to their music and reflect on a life of political activism.

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Stan Walker: On having a purpose

May 4, 2024 • 16 mins

Stan Walker shares how parenting has changed his perspective on life, and why his music holds such deep meaning.

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Lorde: On the power of self-belief

May 4, 2024 • 39 mins

Lorde talks about overcoming debilitating stage-fright and shares why she wants to be a mum one day.

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Music 101 Interviews | Trailer

May 1, 2024 • 46 secs

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Music 101 Interviews

Episodes

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Dame Hinewehi Mohi welcomed into the NZ Music Hall of Fame

Tom Scott on his most political album yet: TREES

Jordan Rakei: On work ethic and selling out

The Nomad: Behind the decks at NZ's famed 90s underground raves

Shepherds Reign: Polynesian heavy metal storytellers

Delaney Davidson: Gets personal

Dolly Parton: Fashion, fame and imposter syndrome

The Topp Twins: On cancer and coming out raging

Stan Walker: On having a purpose

Lorde: On the power of self-belief

Music 101 Interviews | Trailer

Popular Podcasts

Neil Finn: On endurance and new Crowded House

Shapeshifter celebrates 25 years: Drama, anxiety, "and a ridiculous amount of good times”