95bFM Breakfast at the Taite Prize 2025

Very tired 95bFM correspondents Elle Daaji and Rosetta Stone recap all the excitement from last night's award ceremony for the Taite Prize 2025. They spoke to a bunch of the very talented nominees, and interviewed award recepients Byllie-Jean, MOKOTRON, and Rohan Evans in the green room post-ceremony. It was a massive night and a true testament to the importance of celebrating independent music and recognising the artistry, mahi and dedication to community that defines indie music in Aotearoa. Congratulations to this years' recepients -

IMNZ Taite Music Prize
MOKOTRON - WAEREA

Auckland Live Best Independent Debut 
Byllie-Jean - Filter

Independent Spirit Award
Rohan Evans

NZ On Air Outstanding Music Journalism Award
Chris Schulz for Boiler Room

IMNZ Classic Record Award
Shihad - Killjoy