Morgan Costello and Grace Cameron come up to studio to perform 3 songs off of recent projects, both have featured on Play it Strange's compilation albums and continue to create new music for kiwi listeners. Tune in for a soothing start to your day with some tasteful harmonies and punchy vocals.
Knopha is a Xiamen-based deejay and producer. We have been long enamoured by his restorative and uplifting productions, as showcased on the Nothing Nil, Gym, and Millennium Affair EPs. He is also behind BAIHUI 百会, an online radio station that connects diverse music communities through China and beyond. Tonight, he blesses us with an hour of music for midnight. After that, Sam shares sounds that shimmer.
Elle spoke to Amélie, Elisa and Maxence of Lyon-based electronic trio eat-girls about their latest single Off The. An expansion of their sound on their more experimental debut album Area Silenzio, which was crafted through a series of live performances. The single continues the band’s penchant for strong bass lines and synth-laden harmonies. A fun-fact, they add to the Sof and Elle list of dog songs with Canine.
A new Senator’s maiden speech was so racist, Australia’s most prominent racist politician condemned it, the Australian government is tearing itself apart over a proposed energy plan, and the Australian bushfire season is here already, with out of control bushfires sparking around New South Wales this week.
Our guest in Hour 1 is Vester Koza ahead of his debut album 'Loader Mither' coming out on Houndstooth in November. In 2013 he released a string of self-released EP's which gained widespread critical acclaim and in 2016 Koza signed to fabric's Houndstooth Label, beginning with the OTR EP. Unlike his previous EPs where he first found his voice, 'Loader Mither' was conceived of and completed as a single project, and its coherence adds to its emotional kick. His mix includes tracks from Autechre, Chynna, Luna-C, Drexciya, The Human League and Bochum Welt.
In Hour 2 it's Imrie Kiss who has been spearheading the renaissance of electronic music in Hungary since his acclaimed debut album Midnight Wave back in 2013. The last few years have been particularly fruitful for the Lobster Theremin affiliate: opening the country’s first Boiler Room; launching Crisis Sound System with Aiwa and S. Olbricht; holding a residency at Budapest’s infamous LÄRM; releasing a string of remixes and releases for various imprints; and taking his unique sound to world-renowned clubs such as Panorama Bar, Culture Box and Corsica Studios. He told us;
“Recorded on a rainy day in my apartment in Budapest, this is a slow-burning mix, a journey through trippy breakbeat and electro with hints of italo. Best enjoyed on a hazy night with a few glasses of wine.”
Under the Weather is a new segment from Ella Christensen, which recaps on global climate news throughout the week, from extreme weather events to ecological crises to environmental policy to climate justice news. She recaps on what's up with Mother Earth, get the truth about what's happening in ecosystems near and far. Featuring absolutely zero climate deniers, Under the Weather brings you an honest look at how things are falling apart.
Community Housing Aotearoa is an incorporated society made up of the non-profit community housing providers across Aotearoa. There are more than 90 providers across the country working locally to deliver housing solutions for families who face affordability challenges, from homelessness to providing pathways into homeownership. Oscar Peress spoke to the Deputy Chief Executive Chris Glaudell of the organisation to find out more about what they do that sets them apart from government. Oscar started by asking what a not-for-profit housing provider is.