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The Sampler
Tony Stamp reviews the latest album releases.
7:30pm Tuesday and during Music 101 on Saturday
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On He Rākau, He Ngārara, Aro explore our native trees and insects
3:40 pm todayThe husband and wife duo used funding from Creative NZ to conduct research for each waiata. Read more Video, Audio
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The energy is undeniable on Nia Archives' debut Silence is Loud
2:30 pm todayThe UK musician masterfully fuses jungle and pop on her debut LP. Read more Video, Audio
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Ha the Unclear wander through their catalogue on Kingdom in a Cul de Sac
2:30 pm todayFreshly signed to a French record label, the local band have released a collection that's both best-of and new release. Read more Video, Audio
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Tinariwen's fusion of rock music with West African influences is thrilling on Amatssou
13 Apr 2024Ahead of the desert blues pioneers' upcoming NZ appearance, Tony Stamp looks at their newest album. Read more Video, Audio
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Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter is part history lesson, part history-making
13 Apr 2024The pop icon's new album is a countrified blockbuster full of ideas about genre, notable guest appearances, and maximalist pop tunes. Read more Video, Audio
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Mount Kimbie trade electronics for shoegaze on The Sunset Violent
13 Apr 2024The UK shapeshifters make another stylistic detour. Read more Video, Audio
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Yumi Zouma's EP IV truly sparkles
6 Apr 2024Maggie Tweedie weighs in on Yumi Zouma's ninth record, EP IV, written and produced by the band at Studio Mech in Yutenji, Japan. Read more Video, Audio
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Little Simz flexes on the Brazilian-tinged Drop 7
6 Apr 2024Tony Stamp reviews a club-focused excursion by the Mercury Prize-winning UK rapper. Read more Video, Audio
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Waxahatchee lets her Southern roots shine on Tigers Blood
6 Apr 2024Tony Stamp reviews the American musician's latest embrace of Americana, a release that shows deep familiarity and affection for past greats of the genre. Read more Video, Audio
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'The godfather of Ōtara' leads the way on this 1994 R&B classic
2 Apr 2024New Urban Polynesian features Pauly Fuemana, who would go on to become OMC, alongside his siblings Philip, Christina, and Tony. Read more Video, Audio
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Church & AP showcase their unique brand of creativity on Postal
30 Mar 2024So'omalo Schwalger reviews a masterful new release from the local hip-hop duo. Read more Video, Audio
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On Bright Future Adrianne Lenker is as beguiling as ever
30 Mar 2024Tony Stamp assesses a countrified new solo release from the Big Thief frontperson. Read more Video, Audio
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The Sampler
About The Sampler
Tony Stamp reviews the latest album releases.
7:30pm Tuesday and during Music 101 on Saturday
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