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Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews

New music and casual chats is what Making Tracks is all about, thanks to NZ On Air. Every week The MOST 100.4 FM features the freshest tracks coming out of Aotearoa with Making Tracks. We top it off with an interview with the artist each Friday – a special treat to kick-start the weekend.

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00:10:55

This Dog - Likewise

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/02/26

They’ve won a few competitions from here and Australia, opened for a few sweet international rock acts and have even moved to a different storage unit near a different sewage plant.But after releasing their prize winning debut EP ‘Clean Living’, 2026 brings`` this dogs’ first tour of main centre Aotearoa alongside a new single ‘Likewise’, releasing February 19th.With their last 2023 single 'Bug Eyed' charting at #20 on the official 'Hot 20 NZ Singles' charts; ‘Likewise’ is sure to hopefully get to a

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00:11:47

Psycho Gab - Compass

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/02/19

Tāmaki Makaurau five-piece Psycho Gab are stepping into 2026 in style! The fine purveyors of neo-soul have today released their warm and summery new single ‘Compass’ - LISTEN HERE / Watch the video HERE.Emerging in 2023, Psycho Gab have spent the last few years cultivating a unique sound formed at the crossroads between soul, RnB, jazz and pop; and ‘Compass’ delivers on all fronts. Laden with smooth grooves and lush melodies, ‘Compass’ - much like earlier releases from Psycho Gab - ruminates on a

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00:13:05

Alayna - Tiny Spaces

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/02/12

Alayna doesn’t mind sitting in the in-between. She doesn’t rush over silence in conversation, preferring to wait for the right words to make themselves clear before speaking. Watching her mind work in that quiet pause, it almost feels as though she’s hovering just above the rest of the world, taking it all in, processing, endlessly transforming. Alayna’s new album, Set Her Free (out February 13 via Nettwerk), could not have been written by anyone else for this reason: her singular observational

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00:10:47

Midwave Breaks - Waste of Time

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/02/06

Tauranga band Midwave Breaks are bringing the noise for 2026 with their explosive new single ‘Waste Of Time’. Self-produced on a farm in the hills overlooking the Bay of Plenty, the track marks the first radio release from the band’s forthcoming full-length album, signalling an exciting new chapter for the Tauranga-based Rockers.Waste of Time is an Ironic commentary on the relentless pursuit of the creative process, regardless of commercial value or perceived success. The need to produce, perform,

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00:10:30

Caleb Northwood - We'll Form

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/01/29

Caleb Northwood is a Singer Songwriter from Taranaki. His music explores the world through an introspective and quiet lens, blending a mix of subtle, flowing soundscapes and folk charm. With influences from artists such as Ben Howard and Julian Baker, Caleb's music will take you on a journey of reflection and contemplation. We'll Form, his newest single, provides an introduction to a wider project that reflects on the experience of loss and hopefulness.

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00:15:51

Little Fang - White Muslin Summer Dress

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/01/26

We are longstanding Christchurch alt-rock band Little Fang. 'White Muslin Summer Dress' is our new summer single about supporting those you love through chaos and mental health struggles. WMSD showcases biting guitars and snarling vocals that weave through pounding bass and drums, with a powerful change to a heavier feel and crushing bass at 1m:56s.WMSD is a new summer single about supporting those you love through chaos and mental health struggles. WMSD showcases biting guitars and snarling

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00:10:35

Glidermode - Dreamlike State

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/01/15

NZ DJ Glidermode is a New Zealand-based musician and producer, whose real name is Justin Simpson. He is primarily known for producing and mixing drum & bass music, often in the liquid drum & bass style.

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00:12:17

Ani Saafa - Alkaline

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/01/15

“Alkaline” marks the band’s first single on the road to the release of the group’s debut album. Setting the tone for what’s to come, the band doubles down on the harsh riffs and beats that have become an integral part of their sound, whilst adding elements of experimentation through production choices and pulling from influences that live outside the “indie rock” circle.The track was written, produced, mixed, and mastered entirely by the band. Their hands-on approach to everything means everything

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00:11:03

Hessian Horseman - Jack the Ripper

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2026/01/14

Founding members Mike Anker and Jarod Brown also known as Vegas Brown have taken up the reins and after such a long hiatus have been in the studio and this week they release first single in 12 years, with more new music to be released in the near future.

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00:14:48

Double Parked - Buttercup

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/12/11

Off the back of last month's cathartic single release ‘Necklace’, West Auckland post-surf rockers Double Parked have shared another new single, ‘Buttercup’.Drenched in distorting reverb, gritty guitar riffs, and heavy drums, ‘Buttercup’ jolts with anxious and urgent energy, meshing half-spoken, half-sung verses with a raucous, high-charged hook. “Light me up a cigarette, I can’t feel my face, suck it up, buttercup, am I even breathing?” Vocalist Tom cries. Co-written between the whole band, the

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00:11:11

Dropper - Anchor

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/12/04

In the summer of 2023/24, a collaboration began between Jude Savage, frontman of Bleeding Star, and River Hann-Ellen from Debt Club. What started as a mutual admiration for each other’s songwriting evolved into a joint songwriting effort that would go on to form the basis for a new project, Dropper.Jude's emotionally charged songwriting, often compared to Bob Mould's work with Hüsker Dü or Greg Dulli in Afghan Whigs, was complemented by River's knack for intricate arrangements. The

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00:10:08

Aro - Puna Ora

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/11/27

Aro are a multi-award winning Te Tiriti-based duo whose artistry blends te reo Māori and English, weaving together jazz, folk, soul, and RnB influences. Their work is anchored in the values of kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga - caring for ourselves, each other, and the natural world.Over Easter 2025, Aro, stepped into a new chapter of their lives, packing up their Pukekohe home and moving into their custom-fitted Rugged Kiwi caravan and hitting the road with their two tamariki (aged 1 & 4) to live

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00:10:35

Gegnpress - In a Memory

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/11/20

A five-piece indie-pop rock outfit hailing from the northern shores of Tāmaki Makarau.In a Memory blends indie pop rock, garage pop, psychedelic rock and alt-pop. With dreamy guitar riffs, funk basslines, and emotive lyrics about time and impermanence, it’s perfect for fans of The Backseat Lovers, Japanese Breakfast, Real Estate, and Teenage Dads.

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00:10:29

Sonic Delusion - Smoooth

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/11/06

With his signature mix of infectious grooves and uplifting songwriting, Sonic Delusion returns with “Smoooth” — a playful yet powerful anthem for uncertain times. Written as a positive protest song, “Smoooth” challenges corporate greed, environmental destruction, and prejudice, but flips the narrative toward hope, unity, and the dream of living with ease and compassion. Anchored by driving rhythms and rich melodies, the track is both a rallying cry and an invitation to take a breath, dance, and

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00:09:23

Turkey the Bird & Liana Hart

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/10/30

Turkey The Bird and Liana Hart Team Up for New Single “Already Home” Taranaki’s folk favourites Turkey The Bird have joined forces with local singer-songwriter Liana Hart to create their brand-new single “Already Home,” due for release on Friday, 31st October 2025. Known for their infectious folk singalongs and rich vocal harmonies, Turkey The Bird have built a strong following across Aotearoa and beyond with their uplifting live shows and four studio albums. Their music blends storytelling with a

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00:10:24

The Early 20s

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/10/23

Auckland’s alt-rock-punk-shoegazey outfit, The Early 20’s, return with their third releasefrom their upcoming EP.“Girl Down South” follows on from the charting singles “Not This Time” and “On & On” , continuing the band’s blend of DIY grit and professional polish.Recorded in bedrooms just as much as studios, the track carries the same homemadeheart that defines The Early 20’s. The track is co-produced by frontman Adam Rivers, withthe finishing touches added by Noema Te Hau III (APRA Silver

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00:18:09

Blare - The Bear, the Eagle and the Nightingale

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/10/16

BLARE is a New Zealand singer-songwriter and frontman of Radio Wah Wah, known for his emotionally raw lyrics and genre-blending sound. His solo work often explores the intersections of personal and political, with a poetic lens and a compassionate heart. “This song came from a place of helplessness,” says BLARE. “Watching the invasion unfold, I wanted to write something that didn’t just point fingers, but asked deeper questions about power, complicity, and the fragility of hope. The Nightingale

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00:11:19

Trauma Party - Sharks

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/10/09

“Sharks” is Trauma Party’s latest dark wave/post-punk anthem — a sharp, driving track that disguises heavy themes of depression beneath pulsing basslines and urgent, dance-floor energy.Like sharks circling in the depths, the song uses visceral imagery to capture the relentless pull of dark thoughts, while its infectious rhythm and soaring guitars fight back with defiance. It’s a track that feels both dangerous and exhilarating — an invitation to confront the shadows without losing sight of the

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00:11:04

Paul Martin - Carousel

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/10/02

Singer-songwriter Paul Martin has released his latest single, “Carousel”, a song that shines a light on the cycle of chasing achievement as a measure of self-worth. With soaring melodies and raw lyricism, “Carousel” captures the restless motion of always striving, yet never fully arriving. The song poses a poignant question: what if true significance isn’t found in achievement, but in who we are beyond the cycle?

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00:09:11

The Rvmes - Diamonds

Making Tracks with The MOST FM: Artist Interviews ·

2025/09/24

The RVMES (pronounced The Rooms) are an explosive four-piece hailing from Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland, known for their bold pink branding, electrifying live energy, and a defining sound that fuses alternative rock, funk, groove, and reggae into one delicious package.

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