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A simple feed of all the interviews from our many and varied special bFM Breakfast guests.

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I/V w/ Randa: March 27, 2020

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Fri 27 Mar 2020

Randa spoke with Rachel about their brand new EP 'Heatwave' which is out today! Made during the APRA songwriting workshop last year, you might recognise the vocals of ol' mate Merk on the title track. Whakarongo mai.

I/V w/ Diggy Dupé: March 26, 2020

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Thu 26 Mar 2020

Something to brighten your day today- it's a brand new track from Grey Lynn's finest Diggy Dupé! Rachel spoke with Diggy about the new track and video: tune in to hear 'Keke Boy' ahead of it's official release tonight.

I/V w/ Ezra Collective: March 24, 2020

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Tue 24 Mar 2020

Oscar (aka guide person #16) had a chat with Femi and TJ Koleoso from the mighty Ezra Collective a couple of weekends ago at WOMAD. Tune in to hear about everything from youth clubs to sold out Nigerian football kits, musical inspirations plenty more!

I/V w/ Chris Cudby: March 23, 2020

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Mon 23 Mar 2020

Chris Cudby, editor-extraordinaire of Undertheradar, has popped into the studio this morning for a chat about what the Covid-19 situation means for the music industry and some of the creative ways artists are keeping a sense of community going. 

I/V w/ Pickle Darling: March 20, 2020

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Fri 20 Mar 2020

This morning we spoke with Lukas Mayo- aka Pickle Darling- about upcoming new music, cancelling gigs dude to the blimmin' virus, and where you can cop some sick merch instead. Don't forget that from 8pm tonight until 8pm saturday 21st March there's no fee on Bandcamp so all profits go directly to the artists, a good time to spend your pocket-money on some local music!

I/V w/ Troy Kingi: March, 19, 2020

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Thu 19 Mar 2020

Legendary News Director Lillian Hanly spoke with equally legendary musician Troy Kingi ahead of his set at WOMAD festival this weekend just gone. Troy's 2019 record 'Holy Colony Burning Acres' is deservedly up for the Taite Music Prize 2020 and the pair spoke about everything from politics and reggae, to acting. Whakarongo mai nei. 

I/V w/ Alice Canton: March 16, 2020

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Mon 16 Mar 2020

Alice Canton pops into the studio this morning to chat about Year of the Tiger (虎—hǔ), her new show at the Basement theatre. This soft and sensitive show involves a group of strangers who are here and ready to participate in a way like never before, sharing stories and reflecting on a changing world, and all born in the Year of the Tiger. Get your tickets!

I/V w/ Anne O'Brien: March 13, 2020

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Fri 13 Mar 2020

Anne O'Brien pops into the studio, very excitingly, to chat about the line up for the Auckland Writers Festival this year. With many authors you will be familiar with, there's plenty to get excited about. Grab yourself a booklet at your local library or book store, and start planning your schedule! 

I/V w/ Richie Hawtin: March 12, 2020

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Thu 12 Mar 2020

Bona-fide techo legend Richie Hawtin, aka Plastikman, is back in New Zealand for Beacon Festival this weekend. He spoke with Rachel about his project 'CLOSE combined', the relationship between club music and visual art, and what we can expect from his saturday set. 

I/V w/ Anthonie Tonnon: March 11, 2020

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Wed 11 Mar 2020

Anthonie Tonnon has a new track out ahead of schedule, and we've got him on the phone to tell us why. Mataura Paper Mill is out now and talks about the campaign to remove the dross from Mataura for the safety of the nearby urban community. Go and check out the video here, important stuff.