Music Review

Nick Bollinger talks to Ryan Adams about Americana, 70s rock anthems and how to categrosie his music. Audio

Nick Bollinger reviews an electrifying live set from re-formed power trio Sleater-Kinney. Audio

Nick Bollinger discusses the solo debut of the black, gay, Mohawk-haired and androgynously named singer-producer Syd. Audio

WYNNE’s mournful vocal elevates the song, delivering a gorgeous baritone melody, then taking it up an octave, only to be dragged back down via pitch-shifting software.

It's only seven weeks into 2017, but already we've heard a glut of great music. The RNZ Music team convenes to talk about their favourites, and the zeitgeist of 2017 - protest songs. Video, Audio

Nick Bollinger discusses a collaboration between Icelandic singer Emiliana Torrini and Belgium's Colorist Orchestra. Audio

Nick Bollinger discusses the orchestral variations of alt-rock supergroup Minor Victories. Audio

Nick Bollinger discusses the latest set of existentialist pop from Swedish singer-songwriter Jens Lekman. Audio

RNZ Music's official Bruce Springsteen correspondent reviews the E-Street Band's show at Hanging Rock north of Melbourne ahead of NZ dates next week. Gallery

If the first song on an album should be a statement of intent, Californian Jesca Hoop is ready for war. Video

With three piano chords, a dirgey pace and a melody which barely moves, 'Horizon' was an unlikely hit with audiences. Video

Ahead of her much-anticipated second album, Aldous Harding played the second concert of a brief New Zealand tour at Wellington’s San Fran. Nick Bollinger looks and listens. Gallery