Studio Stories

Donate to Studio Stories for as little as $5 through Buy Me A Coffee! Support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQFollow us on Instagram for the latest updates: instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Stream episodes subscribe, review and more at www.studiostoriespodcast.com*Season FinaleWith "On The Sun", Wellington's The Black Seeds circa 2004 found themselves on the cusp of change. Not only were the band embracing a more funk approach with this record, but post release, would see founding members depart with their blessing for the band to continue.The album spawned several huge hits, "So True", "Fire" and "Turn It Around" and It reached number 3 on the New Zealand albums chart.The Black Seeds, of course, have gone on to huge success, and it really began with this - their 3 x Platinum second album, recorded with Lee Prebble at The Surgery Studios in Wellington.THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ON THE SUNTo celebrate 20 years since The Black Seeds released their sophomore album “On The Sun”, they have FINALLY pressed it to vinyl for the very first time.All 11 original Songs have been carefully remastered for this format by Mike Gibson from the original masters by Don Bartley at 301 Sydney way back in 2004, and this delicious NZ made package comes on two 180gm black vinyl with printed inner sleeves.They have included two bonus tracks in this release with the 2023 Waiata Anthems Te Reo version of So True “Koia Ko Koe”, and a previously unreleased track Rogan Josh, which was favourite live tune The Black Seeds would sometimes jam for 8-9 minutes.Limited to 1000 copies world-wide. Includes digital pre-order of On The Sun (20th Anniversary Edition). You get 2 tracks now (streaming via the free Bandcamp app and also available as a high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more), plus the complete album the moment it’s released.Our GuestsBarnaby WeirLee PrebbleBuy or Stream On The SunSpotifyApple Music

Buy Me A Coffee support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQFollow us on Instagram for the latest updates: instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Stream episodes subscribe, review and more at www.studiostoriespodcast.comSpecial thanks to Carl Thompson for helping make this episode possible.The story of Villainy's debut album Mode. Set. Clear, is the story of a young band, who find the right producer, and set about becoming the band they always wanted to be. The high School band that was "Inverse Order" had to undergo a reset in order to achieve their dreams - and they did just that with Mode. Set. Clear. Mode. Set. Clear was recorded and produced predominantly in Melbourne under the watchful eye of Shihad's Tom Larkin and engineer Ben Ehrenberg.Villainy is Neill Fraser, Thomas Watts, James Dylan and Dave Johnston.Villainy's official website: villainymusic.comSome of the enormous guitar and bass tones on Mode. Set. Clear were created with New Zealand made effect pedals from Red Witch Pedals and Crowther Audio's Prunes and Custard pedal.Buy or Stream Mode. Set. ClearSpotifyApple Music

Buy Me A Coffee support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQFollow us on Instagram for the latest updates: instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Stream episodes subscribe, review and more at www.studiostoriespodcast.comTroy Kingi's second album Shake That Skinny Ass All The Way To Zygertron solidified his ambitious plan to record 10 albums in 10 genres over 10 years.The album, recorded at Red Room Studios in Helensville [now rebranded as The Chapel Studio in Puhoi] was Troy at his creative best, weaving an inter-dimensional sci-fi concept into a soul-funk stew, thick with vibe and character.The band features producer Mara TK on vocals, guitar and backing vocals, Trey Liu on Drums, and J Colbert on bass along with Ed Zuccollo on keys.Our GuestsTroy KingiEd ZuccolloMatt TeMatera SmithBuy or Stream Shake That Skinny Ass All The Way To ZygertronSpotifyApple Music

Studio Stories is coming back for season 4! Follow on Instagram for the latest updates: instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Buy Me A Coffee support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQStudio Stories is a Rustle Podcasts Production.www.studiostoriespodcast.comStellar* is Boh Runga, Andrew Maclaren, Chris Van de Geer and Kurt Shanks.Stellar* set out to create a statement with their debut album, and they did just that. The making of the acclaimed 5 x platinum album Mix is the story of 6 people - all on the same wavelength, collectively pushing the limits of technology to make an album that in 1999 sounded ahead of its time... and today - sounds like it was recorded yesterday.Released by Sony BMG on 29 July 1999. The album debuted at No. 2 on the RIANZ albums chart, and after seven weeks within the top ten, reached number one. The album was certified 5× platinum, after selling over 75,000 copies in New Zealand.Mix would go on to win Album of The Year at the 2000 NZ Music Awards.Our GuestsAndrew MaclarenChris Van de GeerTom BaileyLuke TomesSpecial thanks to Audioculture.co.nzBuy or Stream MixSpotifyApple Music

Follow The Award Winning Studio Stories on Instagram instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Buy Me A Coffee support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQStudio Stories is a Rustle Podcasts Production.www.studiostoriespodcast.comOpshop in 2005 found themselves in a bit of a flux. "You Are Here" was their platinum selling debut, but line up changes meant the band were feeling the pressure to find their new sound and then, follow up such a successful first outing.But as you'll hear, pressure creates diamonds. In this episode, Vocalist Jason Kerrison and drummer Bobby Kennedy talk through the band's internal struggles with uncertainty around the albums direction, through to it's ultimate success, and production team Greg Haver and Clint Murphy dive into the detail around crafting the album's sound. Plus special guest - film maker Adam Jones details how he caught the whole thing on film for "Second Hand Planet - The Documentary".Watch the Documentary HereSecond Hand Planet would go on to win big at the 2008 NZ Music Awards, winning Single of the Year (for "One Day") Highest Selling NZ Album and Highest Selling NZ Single (for "One Day")Our GuestsJason Kerrison InstagramBobby KennedyCheck out Bobby's Podcast "Don't Give Up" with Danny McCrumGreg HaverGreg Haver is a decorated producer with a diverse background in engineering, programming, and drumming. His illustrious career is marked by collaborations with renowned artists such as the Manic Street Preachers, Melanie C, INME, Opshop, John Cale, Catatonia, Super Furry Animals, and Bullet for my Valentine. His reputation is built on innovative arrangements and versatile production skills.https://www.record-producers.com/roster/greg-haver/Clint MurphyClint Murphy is a multi-platinum, award-winning producer, engineer, mixer, songwriter and musician. He has worked on records as diverse as Manic Street Preachers, Enter Shikari, RØMANS and 50 Cent, racking up hits both in the UK and internationally.http://www.clintmurphyproductions.com/biographyAdam JonesAdam is an Auckland based Film Maker.http://www.adammjones.comBuy or Stream Second Hand PlanetSpotifyApple MusicSpecial Thanks to Adam Jones for the use of select clips from Second Hand Planet - The Documentary.

Follow The Award Winning Studio Stories on Instagram instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Buy Me A Coffee support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQStudio Stories is a Rustle Podcasts Production.www.studiostoriespodcast.comIn Part 2 of the Season 3 premiere of Studio Stories, Bassist Karl Kippenberger, Producer Gggarth Richardson and special guests talk us though the making of Shihad's "The General Electric."Shihad, in mid 1999 were deep into the sessions for what would become The General Electric at the legendary Factory Studios in Vancouver. In this episode you'll hear about the tracking of the guitars, bass and vocals, the surprising cameo who, thanks to an abscessed tooth had to cancel their participation in the record, The General Electric's greatest unsung hero, working UNDER AC/DC and more.Buy or Stream The General ElectricSpotifyApple MusicSpecial thanks to Karl Kippenberger, Garth Richardson, Fu and Brad King for their contributions to this episode.www.shihad.com

Follow Studio Stories on instagram instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Buy Me A Coffee support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQStudio Stories is a Rustle Podcasts Production.www.studiostoriespodcast.comIn this - the Season Premiere of Studio Stories, Bassist Karl Kippenberger, Producer Gggarth Richardson and special guests talk us though the making of Shihad's "The General Electric."Shihad, at the end of the nineties were about to break out of the York Street bubble to record their first full length album outside of New Zealand.Factory Studios in Vancouver - formerly known as Little Mountain Studios was one of the most revered studios in the world, and Gggarth Richardson - the man who produced THAT Rage Against The Machine album, was the man behind the desk who would help Shihad to carve out their biggest record ever.Buy or Stream The General ElectricSpotifyApple MusicSpecial thanks to Karl Kippenberger, Garth Richardson, Fu and Brad King for their contributions to this episode.www.shihad.com

Follow Studio Stories on instagram instagram.com/studiostoriespodcast Buy Me A Coffee support the promotion of New Zealand music and keep the lights on at Studio Stories HQStudio Stories is a Rustle Podcasts Production.www.studiostoriespodcast.comNelson's 'Minuit', 3 friends who - in the early 2000's found their sound and ran with it.Ruth Carr, Paul Dodge and Ryan Beehre started out as a guitar band, but quickly found themselves at the forefront of NZ breakbeat movement with their debut album, The 88. In this season finale of Studio Stories, you'll hear how the band forged their sound with gear they initially had no idea how to operate, why singer Ruth Carr doesn't actually consider herself a singer, their approach to songwriting, how they recorded their debut album themselves, and where the name "The 88" comes from.Buy or stream the album:Apple MusicSpotifyhttp://www.minuit.com