Almost Radio is unfortunately straight from the think tank of former child Dave Borrie. Centered around his love of broadcasting and live music, Almost Radio is a collection of interviews from NZ/AU musicians to eventually settle the debate - is the '97 Honda Civic the greatest touring vehicle of all time?
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From living on Castle Street and writing songs about to Billy Mavs to releasing their debut album last week - it has been a wild 4 years for Ani Saafa. Based in Wellington, NZ, they just released Ferret - their debut album.
Drawing influence from indie rock, punk, and EDM, Ferret is a pleasure to listen to. You can tell that they had fun recording this. While chatting to Erik and Stan from Ani Saafa, we talked about the process of writing, recording, and mixing the album from their flat.
We also chatted about how a second hand Xbox 360 played a role in the writing of the album.
I had a great time chatting to Stan and Erik - be sure to stream Ferret and go to an Ani Saafa show near you.
21 Oct 2026
Liam K. Swiggs - Footmahi World Cup 2026
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New Zealand may have lost to Australia in the opening game of the Rugby league world cup - but all is not lost for Aotearoa. Today on Almost Radio we are stepping outside the safe warmth of our indie rock roots and we dive into the electronic dance scene of New Zealand.
Liam K. Swiggs is The Don of The Big Fresh Collective, and has been curating, producing, and featuring in FOOTMAHI compilations for almost a decade. October marks the release of FOOTMAHI WORLD CUP 2026, and also Liam's final hurrah at the helm of BFC.
FOOTMAHI WORLD CUP 2026 features over 50 artists from across the motu, and is a testament to the love and effort that Liam has poured into various Footmahi's across the years. It cannot be overstated the hard work and love behind Big Fresh Collective - and in Liam's words -
"I was just sick of sleeping on peoples couches after a gig."
We managed to jam a whole lot of good stuff into this interview, including a hot prediction for the Rugby League World Cup winner for 2026. I had a great time chatting to Liam, and was laughing the entire time. Thank you mate!
Make sure to go and listen to FOOTMAHI WORLD CUP 2026 on SoundCloud or bandcamp, and buy the album!
As always - Up the Wahs, go Kiwi.
14 Oct 2026
Becca Caffyn - Caroline
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Listening to Becca Caffyn is like putting on your favourite jumper, getting a hot cup of lemon honey and throwing on your comfort movie while the wind batters the house outside. You are enveloped by the warmth of gentle melodies and introspective writing. Becca blends introspective bedroom folk with indie sensibilities, and seemingly effortlessly weaves in stories of heartbreak, growing pains, confessional lyrics, and sometimes just plain old missing ya mum. She is nothing if not honest. Both in her confessional lyrics, akin to journal entries, and her accompanying persona, Becca Caffyn wears her heart on her sleeve.
Having taken the stage all over NZ, and supporting acts like The Rions, Frankie Venter, Letters to Lions, and Mim Jensen, Becca Caffyn has moved to drearier shores and taken up life in London.
After 2 EPS, The Replacement Blonde (2022) and Hallways (2024), Becca is gearing up for the release of her third EP - Isn’t it Romantic with the debut single Caroline being released in September.
Today we're diving into Caroline, life in London, and the history behind Becca's touring band - Becca Caffyn and the Piss Horns.
Thanks Becca for the interview! Be sure to stream her discography anywhere you get music. It's all great stuff.
7 Oct 2026
IVY - Gutter
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Dunedin, New Zealand has a deep and coveted history of musical prowess. From the early 80’s where the Dunedin Sound erupted from the area - it is a mystical melting pot where there has always been something in the water that leads to creatives writing and producing iconic sounds.
IVY is the latest powerhouse in the Dunedin music scene and started their climb in 2022. Their create a very unique, dark, and emotive art rock that flirts with grief and euphoria. The haunting vocals and intricate arrangements are second to none - and since I first heard them I was blown away (and to be honest a little jealous) of the talent oozing from them. T
hey released their debut album HUSH in September 2025, which blew the world away. They have just released an incredible follow up single Gutter, in August, and this year has been their busiest to date with sell out headline tours, as well as plenty of support shows including their SECOND upcoming Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers tour of Australia.
Do yourself a favour and get yourself to an IVY show as soon as possible, and listen to their art wherever you get your music.
IVY is Jesse Hanan, James Axton, Connor Cooper, Ocean Wilson, and Louis Stevenson. Thank you for the chat IVY!
30 Sept 2026
Pool House - Foreign Films
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Pool House released their debut album Foreign Films on 31 July 2026. You probably heard the reverberations through your headphones from this momentous event. The Ōtautahi/ Christchurch band have a penchant for bold vocals and blending surf and garage. Even in their earlier releases Flights of Dreaming (2023), and Sandflies (2024) there was a real confidence in their musical directions. Foreign Films has upped the bar again, both with song writing and production.
I chatted to Will and Crispy from Pool House on their album in todays episode of Almost Radio. I am always excited to hear about how they've been going. They are brilliant performers, and always offer great insights into their writing and recording process.
Be sure to stream/ buy Foreign Films and support Pool House at the source.
Pool House is made up of old friends Samuel Crisp, Will Georgeson, Flynn Fierro, and Harry van der Gulik. Thank you for your service.
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