Trevor Reekie
Gemma Ray in Session
Gemma Ray is an Essex born, Berlin based songwriter whose music references a whole panorama of retro references, making for a cinematic psychedelic sound. In NZ for shows, she plays live with her band… Audio
Worlds of Music
Trevor Reekie features new sounds from Madagascar and Senegal, a track from the inspired album Letters from Iraq, plus live RNZ Music sessions from local favourite Nadia Reid and Welsh folk outfit… Audio
Interview: Rahim AlHaj - Letters From Iraq
For his new album, Grammy-nominated Iraqi musician Rahim AlHaj drew on stories recounted to him by people in his native country after the US invasion. Audio
Worlds of Music
This week Trevor features a variety of musicians including music from Japan, Australia, Mali plus a brand new release from Lebanese singer Yasmine Hamdan. He also talks with the late Bill Sevesi… Audio
Worlds of Music 18 April 2017
This week on Worlds of Music Trevor features a variety of music originating from Cuba, South Africa and Southern Italy including a Bebel Gilberto makeover of a Bob Marley classic . He catches up with… Audio
Music 101 Pocket Edition 132: DJ Shadow/Hot 8 Brass/ i.e. crazy
In the Music 101 Pocket Edition DJ Shadow fan Alex Behan speaks with the DJ himself, Trevor Reekie speaks with Benny Paul of New Orleans' brass ensemble Hot 8 Brass Band and Yadana Saw meets Claire… Audio
Interview: The Hot 8 Brass Band | WOMAD 2017
For over 20 years, one of the most popular and visible funk-style brass bands in New Orleans has been the Hot 8 Brass Band. Sousaphone player Benny Pete talks to Trevor Reekie backstage at WOMAD 2017.
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Trevor Reekie spins music from India, Italy, Mexico, Senegal, Argentina and Denmark. He also features a cross-cultural collaboration from Cuba and Mali, and something new from Dunedin. Audio
Worlds of Music 4 April 2017
In Worlds of Music this week Trevor spins tracks from across the globe featuring artists from Belgium, Mali, Norway and India. He also talks with American Banjo virtuoso and multiple Grammy winner… Audio
Worlds of Music 28 March 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor Reekie spans the globe featuring music from Romania, India and Spain, He showcases a new track from Auckland-based guitarist Nigel Gavin - and talks to Malian Kora… Audio
The Mixtape: Barry Jenkin
During the 1970s Barry Jenkin aka Dr. Rock was a champion of a free-spirited playlist that embraced music that defied commercial accessibility. For many music lovers, his radio broadcasts and time… Audio
Worlds of Music: Longing for the Past
Trevor Reekie features music from Cuba and Senegal, and talks to American record collector David Murray about the beginnings of the recording industry and the music he collected for his box set… Audio
In session: The East Pointers | WOMAD 2017
Hailing from Prince Edward Island on Canada’s east coast, The East Pointers are an acoustic trio drawing on Celtic roots. Trevor Reekie asked them about their music and their home. Audio
In session: Warsaw Village Band | WOMAD 2017
Trevor Reekie talks with Wojciech Krzak of the Warsaw Village Band, and the band overjoyed with being at WOMAD 2017 share some traditional Polish wedding songs. Audio
In session: The Soil | WOMAD 2017
Trevor Reekie talks with contemporary South African a cappella group The Soil, and discovers their Kasi Soul sound. Audio
In session: Brushy One String | WOMAD 2017
Trevor Reekie talks to Brushy One String, with songs live in session backstage at WOMAD 2017. Audio
Worlds of Music 14 March 2017
In this weeks show Trevor features music from Mali, Brazil and Morrocco, new material from Debashish Bhattacharya and a quick conversation with Senegeles superstar Baaba Maal. Audio
Celebrating Womad
This coming weekend, New Plymouth will host its 15th WOMAD festival. The three day event aims to present the very best of the World of Music, Arts and Dance and organisers are expecting around 15,000… Audio
Worlds of Music 7 March 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor Reekie features music from Lebanon, Argentina and Australia as well as showcasing a couple of artists playing WOMAD NZ in March in Taranaki. Trevor also revisits a… Audio
Worlds of Music 25 February 2017
On Worlds of Music this week Trevor Reekie features music from Mali, Bulgaria, and Kimbolton (just north of Fielding). He also talks to composer Greg Lawson about the musical legacy of the late Martyn… Audio