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Off The Record

Radio Hauraki goes "Off The Record" with all the biggest bands & musicians in the world. Featuring uncut and uncensored interviews not heard on the radio

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11:25

Bec chats to Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix!

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2026/04/15

Papa Roach frontman Jacoby Shaddix called in ahead of their Auckland show at Spark Arena for a conversation that went well beyond the usual tour chat. From early internet days and the reality of doom scrolling to the importance of staying connected in the real world, Jacoby reflected on how music still cuts through in a noisy, digital age. He opened up about the true story behindLast Resort, and shared the deeply personal journey behindScars, touching on sobriety, guilt and confronting the person he

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14:16

Jerry and Manaia chat to Ruban from The Mint Chicks!

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2026/04/14

The Mint Chicks’ landmark album, Crazy? Yes! Dumb? No! is beinghonouredat this year's Taite Music awards with the Independent Music NZ Classic Record. Now 20 years old, the album was made by brothersKodyandRubanNielson, with drummerPaulRoperand bassistMichaelLogie, who became renowned for their punk‑infused, unpredictable sound and fearless DIY ethos. Ruban called up from the states for a chat about the album's affect on him and what it means to get this award.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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9:50

The Big Show chat to Neil from Villainy!

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2026/04/13

Villainy have unleashed a big new tune called Happy Waste, their singer Neill called in for a chat about Homegrown moving from Wellington to the Tron and some of the random gigs they've had this year including playing under a bridge (ala RHCP) in Tauranga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:44

Bec chats to Jakob from Sublime!

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2026/04/13

After playing in Christchurch, Jakob fromSublimecalled in on his way to their Auckland show, ahead of their Brewtown appearance in Upper Hutt. He chatted about loving G Love, intergenerational music and answered some questions from Radio Hauraki listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:44

Greg chats to Thom from Coast Arcade!

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2026/04/12

Ever since he was a young lad growing up in the northeast of England, Coast Arcade's drummer Thom has memorised the music of Biffy Clyro. Thanks to Radio Hauraki, he got to meet them back in 2016 when he had just moved to NZ with his parents. Now, his band is opening for them. How excited is he? Take a listen..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:58

Bec chats to Bush's Gavin Rossdale!

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2026/04/08

Ahead of their return to New Zealand in September, Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale called up to talk about the band’s journeys over the years, their heavier modern sound, and what fans can expect from their upcoming tour. He reflects on life on the road, the creative process behind writing music, his time with David Bowie and what he loves about performing live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:04

Jerry and Manaia chat to Nick from Shapeshifter

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2026/03/25

Shapeshifter are touring New Zealand this May, June and July, their bass/synth player Nick called up for a chat about where they're going and how they're celebrating the 20thanniversary of the Soulstice album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:02

Greg chats to Liam from Playlunch!

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2026/03/24

Melbourne based bogan funk band Playlunch are touring New Zealand at the end of May, their singer Liam called up for a chat about the locations they'll grace in the North and South Islands and the story behind the hilarious music video to their song Keith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:21

The Hauraki Breakfast chat to Neil Finn from Split Enz!

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2026/03/19

Split Enz are back on the road again, Neil Fin called up to chat about getting the band back together, how the dynamics have changed over the years; the recent Christchurch show and the ones still to come..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:09

Bec chat to Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz!

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2026/03/16

Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz called in ahead of the band’s return to New Zealand for two Auckland shows. Adam talked about why he loves coming to New Zealand early to explore places like the Coromandel, the stories behind songs from the new album Butter Miracle, The Complete Suites!, and how songwriting often starts with the people and experiences that have shaped his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:49

Jerry & Manaia chat to Dan from the Black Seeds about...

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2026/03/11

Dan from The Black Seeds called in to talk about waking a celebrity, their summer tour with UB40 and the upcoming performance at Mānuka Phuel SYNTHONY Festival, which returns to the Auckland Domain on Saturday 21 March 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:30

Greg chats to Dropper!

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2026/02/24

Wellington rockers Dropper have had a busy summer, and they're finishing it off with a run of shows opening for Transvision Vamp. Their singer Jude called up for a chat about touring the country, the possibility of doing a stage dive at Meow Nui or The Powerstation, plus getting mistaken for Oasis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:13

Bec chats to Yellowcard!

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2026/02/22

Ahead of Yellowcard’s long awaited return to New Zealand, Sean Mackin called up to talk about the band’s resurgence, the legacy of Ocean Avenue, and why Better Days feels like a new chapter rather than a nostalgia lap. From skate punk roots to violin powered anthems, Sean reflects on 20 plus years of music, growth, and what it means to play these songs all over again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:51

Bec chats to Dick Valentine from Electric Six!

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2026/02/22

Electric Six are coming to New Zealand soon, their singer Dick Valentine called upfor a chataboutthestaying power of Electric Six, Detroit’s fiercely supportive ‘90s scene, the MTV explosion ofGay Barand how their cult status has kept them touring decades after their first hit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:42

Bret McKenzie chats to the Big Show about his 2026...

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2026/02/17

Ahead of performing at Electric Ave in Christchurch and at Meow Nui in Wellington on May 1, Bret McKenzie called in for a chat about his latest solo album Freak Out City and the enduring friendship with Jermaine Clement that's seeing them do Flight Of The Conchords again in May.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:13

Bec chats to Fun Lovin' Criminals ahead of their NZ...

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2026/01/29

Fun Lovin’ Criminals are heading back to New Zealand for shows in Christchurch, Auckland and Wellington this March, and they’re amped to be making the long trip back. They called up for a chat about the realities of touring the world, how their signature genre-mashing sound came from growing up in New York club culture, and why the new albumA Matter of Timestill sounds unmistakably like them - Fun Lovin' Criminals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:32

Liz from The Beths chats to The Big Show!

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2026/01/28

Before The Beths tour Japan, New Zealand and America this year, they popped in for a chat with us about life on the road, the Obama list and other highlights from the last twelve monthsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:10

Bec chats to Ben from Biffy Clyro!

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2026/01/27

It's been 8 years since Biffy Clyro last toured NZ and they're back in April 2026 to tour their new album Futique.We caught up with drummer Ben - one third of the band to chat about the tour, getting ripped as a drummer and new spots to check out in NZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:36

Adam from Counting Crows chats to Jerry and Manaia!

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2025/12/11

Counting Crows are coming round here in 2026, their lead singer Adam Duritz called up for a chat about “The Complete Sweets! Tour” - bringing decades of sing-along moments, deep cuts, and fresh energy to iconic theatres across both countries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:58

Mikey Havoc joins The Hauraki Breakfast to chat about...

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2025/12/09

Push Push are touring the North Island in February, their enigmatic and heroic frontman Mikey Havoc popped in for a chat about the songs that people still tell him they love from A Trillion Shades Of Happy, and the new music they'll be releasing in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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