Trevor Reekie
Blind American singer-songwriter took 50 years to get his big break
Robert Finley didn't get his big break until he was in his 60s, after collaborating with the Black Keys' Dan Auerbach. Audio
The Mixtape: Ian Magan
Ian Magan is a pioneer of both commercial radio and concert promotion in New Zealand, and was one of the original Radio Hauraki pirates. He's toured a long and diverse list of artists including BB… Audio
Interview: Anoushka Shankar - freedom and tradition
Trevor Reekie talks to Anoushka Shankar who has just been announced as one of the headliners of Womad 2018 and the Auckland Arts Festival. Audio
Worlds of Music 2 December, 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor features an interview with Kiwi crooner Marlon Williams from WOMAD 2017. Marlon, who first came to attention as front-man of The Unfaithful Ways, toured and… Audio
Worlds of Music 25 November, 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor features new music from Irish outfit Lankum who are exploring the roots of traditional Irish song. He also talks with singer Yasmin Levey, a proponent of Ladino, a… Audio
'How Bizarre's Sister Sina is finally releasing her debut album after a 19-year wait
Sina Saipaia – aka Sister Sina – attracted global attention when she sang the hook to OMC’s hit single ‘How Bizarre’. She went on to record her own album, but it was never released... until now. Video, Audio
Worlds of Music 18 November, 2017
This week on Worlds of Music Trevor features msuic from sitar star Anoushka Shankar and Lebanon's Ghada SheBer - both bound for Womad NZ in 2018. He lifts some music from Gilles Peterson's Cuban… Audio
Worlds of Music 11 November, 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor previews more artists coming to Womad 2018 including young Cuban vocalist Daymé Arocena, a multi cultural trio called Violons Barbares and a collaboration called… Audio
Interview: Marlon Williams | WOMAD 2017
Trevor Reekie talked to Marlon Williams backstage at WOMAD, shortly before the recording of his new album. Audio
Worlds of Music 4 November, 2017
This week on Worlds of Music Trevor casts his ear over the recently announced acts for 2018's wonderful Womad Music Festival in New Plymouth. Audio
Worlds of Music 28 October, 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor follows a Malian theme, focusing on a new collaboration between the Kronos Quartet and the Trio Da Kali. He talks exclusivly to Kronos Quartet founder David… Audio
Worlds of Music 21 October, 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor Reekie showcases music from around the globe and talks to Polish guitarist and band leader Miguel Czachowski who founded the highly regarded and… Audio
The wonderful Womad 2018
Trevor Reekie weeds out the wonders to be found on the Womad 2018 lineup. Audio
Worlds of Music 14 October, 2017
In Worlds of Music this week Trevor features new music from French collective pays tribute to recently departed Soul vocalist Charles Bradley and talks to the singer songwriter Paul Kelly about the… Audio
Indialucia – from Flamenco to Raga
Indialucia is a musical project, formed by Polish guitarist Miguel Czachowski who grew up surrounded by flamenco music and saw him start playing the guitar at age 12. Audio
Worlds of Music 7 October, 2017
On Worlds of Music this weekTrevor features music from a new album released by the Trio Da kali from Mali and the Kronos Quartet talks to Helmut Neumann, the founder of the German record label and… Audio
Worlds of Music 30 September, 2017
On this weeks show Trevor includes music from Morocco, Cape Verde, and Senegal. He features a classic track from Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and delves deep with the "Empress of Blues" Bessie Smith. He also… Audio
Worlds of Music 23 September, 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor features music from Tunisia, Japan, and Colombia, and acknowledges the recent passing of the renowned blues historian, Paul Oliver. he also catches up with Robert… Audio
Worlds of Music 16 September, 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor features new music from UK multi cultural band Rafiki Jazz and Brazilian musician Rodrigo Amarante, a visitor to these shores in September. He also talks to Dr… Audio
Paul Kelly: "poet laureate of Australian music"
Paul Kelly remains one of Australia's most enduring songwriters. He talks to Trevor Reekie about the creative process and recording the album Life is Fine. Audio