Mikey talks to the Mayor about the various vigil's and events across Tāmaki Makaurau after the terror attack on a mosque in Christchurch, and what the council contributes to those events. Phil Goff also discusses the financial turmoil of Eden Park, and the money going towards it.
Delainy & Daragh pop up to the studio, taking a quick break from setting up Tūrama Festival across the road Albert Park, to tell us what the weekend's festivities have will have in store.
Jonny & Big Hungry chat with keyboardist and producer Ed Zuccollo ahead of his performance at Tūrama Festival in Albert Park. Ed discusses his experiences at other light festivals, and his upcoming European tour. He also plays an absolutely beautiful improvised song live-in-studio on Big Hungry's Yamaha Reface CP miniature keyboard. Thanks to Corona NZ for providing the beers!
Tanu Gago from FAFSWAG pops up to chat with Rachel about COCOA BUTTER tomorrow night, and how occupying a safe space in the middle of winter is much needed in communities. Get along to Raynham Park tomorrow to warm yourself up.
Bernie talks to Festus Mcboyle abou the risky lifestyle of a pirate entertaining young kids. Maximum hilarity to follow. The show was on fo free from 12pm at The Irish Club, Rocky Nook Road, Fowlds Park , Saturday 10th August also featuring the Irih Dancers abd Bernie Griffen and the Thin Men. bring a can for people in need...
The Miss June boys came into studio today to talk touring, new tunes and their exciting upcoming album 'Bad Luck Party' out on September 6th via Sony French Kiss. It's been a busy few months for the band- and it's only getting more hectic- so catch them at their NZ shows wile you can! Mint!
We talk to Rosanna Raymond, about her involvment with Te Whāinga: A Culture Lab on Civility, at Silo Park, as well as her ongoing practice. We also hear about خانه Home, the exhibit of migrant craft at the Māngere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o Uenuku. Fahimah and Namkeen Saied are central pillars in the community, and talked about their experiences in creating their craft as a way to foster community in a new home.
Laneway festival has just announced the food trucks coming to Albert Park for the 2020 festival and, to celebrate, Festival Firector Julian and Alex from Peach's Hot Chicken popped into studio with some tasty (and extremely hot) kai. Will the Breakfast crew survive the legendary 'Holy Cluck' spice wings? Tune in!
Georgia from Park Up Collective and Chelsea from SKILAA popped by the studio today to chat about tomorrow's bushfire relief fund-raising gig happening at Whammy bar. Listen back and head along to support some great bands and a great cause.
Anji Sami of She's So Rad (and The Sami Sisters) stops by the studio ahead of their appearance at Milk & Honey's Silo Session, this Sunday. Talking candidly about the gig; how family life interferes with recording; and how her sister bought her too much fizzy wine at Stereolab last night - don't miss She's So Rad this Sunday, playing free for you in an absolutely stacked bill at Silo Park.
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