Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews

TWIN TIGER is a four piece Indietronica band who's synth-heavy, 80's inspired pop confidently rests on a dance-ready groove. Laced with plenty of catchy licks and memorable melodies, Twin Tiger are destined to be your new favourite band. Based in New Plymouth, New Zealand Twin Tiger's endearing collection of songs have been written under the influence of Taranaki's sunny skies and...

The track is one of 4 songs that I wrote and recorded this year after making a conscious decision to get back into doing some song writing, something I hadn't done much of for a long time. The song talks about a fictional couple who behave and expect to be treated like they are royalty. It's really taking a dig at today's influencer culture and how people seem to be focused on appearan...

Celine is a guitar-based noise rock trio from Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau. Originally active in the mid 90’s and led by Rob Lundon (Wrong White Crowd, Dam Native) and Andrew Moon (Goblin Mix, RST, Cindytalk), the band re-grouped in 2019 to record and play new music.   Returning to the live scene in 2023 with new bassist Kirsten Smith and drummer Marty Doo, Celine headlined January's Powerwest Fes...

Ra Charmian Toia-Booth is a performer and vocalist who performed around the world for almost 10 years before returning to Aotearoa. Since being back she’s been a featured artist on RNZ, Air NZ and radio stations around the country, as well as performing on TV and radio - including being the voice for the 2023 NZ Radio Award-winning jingle ‘You’ve Sure Got A Friend In The Breeze’. Hayden Booth is a...

This Silent Divide are a rock band from Wellington, New Zealand that mix driving drums, wall-of-sound guitars and melodic overtones to create catchy, high-energy songs. They are known for their tight and powerful live sound that gets audiences moving. 'Outside' is the band's third release of 2023, following on the heels of singles 'Beautiful Creature' (released in May) and &#39...

Off the back of a huge 10-stop NZ spring tour celebrating his hit single ‘Forever’, emerging rock n’ roller Sam Cullen has today unveiled his rousing new single ‘The Cold Midwinter’. Described as an introspective snapshot of home, ‘The Cold Midwinter’ is an honest, catchy, raucous rock n roll track that hits you like a freight train - physically and emotionally. In time, it’s sure to have the whol...

From Ngāmotu 10 Nov 23 Single In stark contrast to her previous two singles,  ‘Cellular’ is a drumless track that sees Frau  Knotz at the piano, shapeshifting between  electronic experimentation and acoustic  texture. With ex London-based producer Sam  Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio and mastering  engineer Chris Chetland at Kog Studios, she has  created a haunting production that solely uses  piano...

Ever since their self-titled debut album dropped at the end of 2022, fans of Õtautahi band 1 Drop Nation have been treated to electric live performances and two hit singles. Now, the band have released their eagerly-awaited second album MOMENT IN TIME and it will not disappoint! An outstanding amount of Aotearoa talent, dedication, aroha and countless hours in Surgery Studios with Dr Lee Prebble h...

Taranaki based country-folk singer/songwriter Liana Hart shares deeply personal sentiments by combining intricate vocal hooks and passionate, conversational lyrics, with finger-style guitar and delicate harmonica melodies. The songstress is musical theatre trained (NASDA, 2018) and has strong roots in country and folk music. Liana takes inspiration from classic greats such as Emmylou Harris, Jacks...

Jeline is an indie-pop artist who's always finding little parts of her thoughts and feelings to write about and amplify through music. A proud Filipino born and raised in Pōneke/Wellington, she’s always been singing from a young age from karaoke, musical theater tunes to the hot 100 on the radio. Eventually she started songwriting at the age of 11, honing in her songwriting skills and creating...

Bush Buds are a 6 piece West Coast indie-roots band,  born and bred in Taranaki, Nz. Formed in 2018, Bush Buds take inspiration from bands like Lab, Six60, Sticky Fingers and Ocean Alley. Our new track Heavy Nostalgia is based on the feeling of looking back on golden memories of good times  with great people. It was recorded by the talented Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio in Ōakura, and mastered...

Indie-alt-rock act NO CIGAR have today released the chill and emotive new track ‘The Vibrance (Somebody To Blame)’. This is the second single to be released off their anticipated upcoming album, THE GREAT ESCAPE. Warm guitars, spacious backing vocals and a captivating vocal performance from Willy Ferrier work together to create a subtle undertone of melancholy. Though sonically chill and carrying...

A stunning new voice from within the burgeoning Ōtautahi music scene, Amber Carly Williams has announced the release of Kids On The Internet, the firs single from her upcoming EP, 21 Roses. Paired with producer/musician Terence O’Connor as part of NZ On Air’s Development programme, the two Ōtautahi creatives have combined to present a song that beautifully showcases a singer/songwriter whose crat...

Saurian, an octopedal rock unit (aka four-piece band) from Dunedin, New Zealand, is set to ignite the rock scene with their highly anticipated new single, ‘Sheep's Clothing.’ Known for their electrifying performances and unapologetic sound, Saurian has been captivating audiences for the past eight years with their unique brand of hard-hitting rock music. Written about the perils of a misunders...

Award-winning, Ōtautahi based folk singer and songwriter Amiria Grenell has released her dreamy new single and video ‘Romeo’, out today. A romantic earworm laced with melodic guitar lines and sweet vocal harmonies, ‘Romeo’ has an alt-country and folk feel; giving a tasteful nod to 1950’s doo-wop with its 6/8 feel and chorus of male backup singers supporting Amiria’s blissful voice. Above all else,...

Hamilton’s rising alt-pop-rock duo Bird Machine (Luke and Jenna Grbin) release their eagerly awaited new single ‘Hellos and Frowns’. The track, inspired by the perspective of their autistic son, is sure to captivate fans with its use of grunge guitars, powerful vocals, and nostalgic 90s alt-rock influences. ‘Hellos and Frowns’ is a striking addition to the duo's musical repertoire. The song pr...

Te-Whanganui-a-Tara band NOVA have released their reflective and vibe-filled new single ‘Temple’, out today. ‘Temple’ is the third track to be released off their upcoming EP, out July 21. Stacked synths and moments of ear candy fill the sonic space of ‘Temple’, with a hook-laden rhythm section woven in to create an all-encompassing, infectious groove. The vocals, performed by NOVA’s Bryn van Vliet...

Originally from Christchurch, Oceans are a five piece shoegaze band no based in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia. With inspirations varying from Joy Division and Slowdive to Boards of Canada and Tycho, the heart of Oceans’ sound is a dedication to experimentation and timbre, creating vast sonic landscapes inspired by ambient, new wave and 90’s shoegaze.

No Reply (Tauranga) is stoked to announce the release of their debut single “Departure Lounge” available everywhere on 13 July 2023. No Reply formed in 2022 as a ska cover band playing their favourite hits from the 90’s and 2000’s. Practices turned into jams of original music and the collaborative process blossomed.  No Reply tries to emphasise the magic of the horn section with catchy pop melodie...

Not many of us get a shot, years later, at correcting the past, of rediscovering the dreams of our teenage youth, back in the company of the very same people that made it special way back when – your friends, colleagues, creatives, like-mindeds, the people that know you best. But this is what’s happened to the members of reborn New Zealand-via-South Africa punk-rock outfit, The Transits. 30 years...

In his latest song ‘Closer’, which was funded by the NZ on Air new music development fund, Brian Norton reflects on that often conflicted and confusing experience of being young and male in a world obsessed with image and having the cool factor. In his opening lines, ‘he walks around with his head held high, he wears a smile for the people passing by, covered in tattoos with the cool shoes on’ he’...

Sonic Delusion’s latest single release “Be Free” sends a strong motivational message to encourage dreamers to follow their passion, even if that can mean taking a leap and quitting your day job to pursue your life goals. Although that can be a very hard thing to do, the reward is much greater once you’ve gone through with it. Life is short so make the most of it and follow your feelings and instin...

Tāmaki Makaurau-based five-piece Marmalade are a group of friends that write music in their living room. Swinging somewhere between clean-pop and indie-rock, Marmalade’s soaring female vocals and honest lyricism float above a steady musical backbone to create a juicy jar full of sounds. Despite being a fresh new band, they’ve already played support for a number of notable acts including Hot Potato...

Wellington rock band This Silent Divide meld driving drums, wall-of-sound guitars and melodic overtones to create catchy, high-energy songs.  ‘Beautiful Creature’ was recorded in late 2022 at Wellington’s Surgery Studios, produced by Toby Lloyd (Sea Mouse, Hollie Smith, Ingrid & The Ministers, Macho Macho) and mastered in Germany by Robin Schmidt (Placebo, Arctic Monkeys, Pixes, Royal Blood)....

Aotearoa-based electronic music producer and songwriter, Lauren Gin, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of her latest single, ‘Flight’ featuring Reshma. This high-energy track is the third release off her forthcoming EP titled ‘Adrenaline,’ and promises to deliver the hard-hitting Trap and Future Bass sound that Lauren Gin is known for. Lauren Gin is an electronic music producer and song...