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Articles By Will Stairmand

Dear Antler - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E14 - Dear Antler
24 Apr 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington's Dear Antler have a chat about their debut album, which is almost here. Bit of background history, a bit of background concepts...
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Bad Schematics - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E13 - Bad Schematics
20 Apr 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Vocalist Caleb Hickmott has a chat about Bad Schematics upcoming album, videos, shows - the usual band stuff.
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Empyrvore - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E12 - Empyrvore
18 Apr 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington based Black metal influenced duo Empyrvore have a chat about their recent release and plans for the band going forward.
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Devilskin - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E11 - Devilskin
10 Apr 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Nic from Devilskin has a chat about the origins of the band, the upcoming tour and the bands that will accompany them. Always a nice chat with Nic.
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Black Smoke Trigger - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E10 - Black Smoke Trigger
01 Apr 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Will has a chat to Charlie Wallace, guitarist for Hawkes Bay Juggernauts Black Smoke Trigger, who are taking the world by storm.
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Libbianski - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E09 - Libbianski
28 Mar 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington Shoegaze band Libbianski has a chat about their upcoming album, their upcoming shows and all the tasty behind the scenes stuff.
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Cian - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E08 - Cian
21 Mar 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington band Cian have a chat about their plans for the future, with new music on the horizon and shows.
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Lucid Shift - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E07 - Lucid Shift
13 Mar 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Christchurch band Lucid Shift have a chat about their new single and upcoming EP. Looking forward to hearing it in its entirety.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 012: Mark Petersen
10 Mar 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Most people know Mark as the sound engineer that mixed at the Kings Arms in Auckland for over 2 decades, and more recently at Whammy Bar in K Rd. But not so many people are aware that he was the guitarist and second vocalist in the later years of the Flying Nun band Straightjacket Fits as well as other notable iconic NZ bands.
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Holy Crime - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E06 - Holy Crime
07 Mar 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Ben from Holy Crime chats about the band's recent single and plans for 2024.
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If It Bleeds - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E05 - If It Bleeds
29 Feb 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland metallers If It Bleeds have a chat about the band's plans going forward.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E04 - Cesura
23 Feb 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
3 of the 4 members of teen old school thrash unit Cesura have a chat about the band and their plans for this year.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E03 - Forsworn
22 Feb 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Two Auckland lads from Thrash influenced newcomers Forsworn have a chat about the band and plans moving forward.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E02 - The Second Death
15 Feb 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Josh from The Second Death has a chat about the band, the recent recording session, plans for gigs and general banter.
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Just One Fix - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S04 / E01 - Just One Fix
09 Feb 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland band Just One Fix are back with more music to release, shows and general good times. Will has a chat to Riccardo and Ross about what's going down.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 011: Roger Nicholson
02 Feb 2024 // interview by Will Stairmand
Roger Nicholson is the man behind the Napier Death Metal Fest and this year the thirteenth festival kicks off in March. If you've never been, you really should.
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Imperial Slave - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E38 - Imperial Slave
08 Dec 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Will has a chat to Sam from Imperial Slave about the band's progress, their new album and plans for 2024.
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Grip-Tape - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E37 - Grip-Tape
12 Oct 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Sam from Nelson's Pop Punk outfit Grip-Tape has a chat about the band, new releases and goals.
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The Boondocks - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E36 - The Boondocks
20 Sep 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
The lads from Auckland's The Boondocks have a chat about the band, their new single, the year so far, plans for the rest of the year and injuries.
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Furious Cartel - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E35 - Furious Cartel
13 Sep 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Frontman/guitarist Joel has a chat about his new post Subtract project Furious Cartel. They are currently looking for a drummer to complete the band and become a live unit so hit them up if you're in Auckland and think you've got the chops.
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Grym Rhymney - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E34 - Grym Rhymney
23 Aug 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland band Grym Rhymney have a chat about their new EP and plans for the rest of the year. linktr.
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No Life - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E33 - No Life
16 Aug 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Nu Metalcore band No Life are on fire - having just released a 6 track EP, they are planning to take their heavy catharsis on the road across NZ and the east coast of Australia. Big tour, big release, big plans and big sound.
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Captured Kings - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E32 - Captured Kings
09 Aug 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
The lads from Wellington's Captured Kings have a chat about their recent exploits... https://linktr.
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Shepherds Reign - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E31 - Shepherds Reign
02 Aug 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Polynesian powerhouse Shepherds Reign drop a mighty slab of a second album in the form of 13 tracks on vinyl, along with the other usual formats. Having interviewed them several times in the past, Will reconnects with Oliver and Filiva'a once more to delve into the new offering and plans for the band going forward.
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The Distorted Transmission S03 / E30 - Lucid / Inferno All Ages Gig
19 Jul 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Underage gig 'Inferno' is set to happen on the 5th August at the Stomach in Palmy. Local young band Lucid, along with help from The Rising Tide have put together a show featuring 3 young bands and The Rising Tide as the closers.
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Darktide - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E29 - Darktide
25 Jun 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland Deathcore newcomers Darktide have a chat about their crushing 3 track debut EP. Definitely worth checking out if you like some heavy and ruthless tunes.
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Sandtrap - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E28 - Sandtrap
21 Jun 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Young band with a lot of momentum - Auckland's Sandtrap is gigging, recording and proving themselves to be a competent and dedicated indie rock band. New EP coming soon and shows coming up - check it all out here.
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Mammuthus - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E27 - Mammuthus
14 Jun 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington Stoner Rock band Mammuthus have a chat about their impending fuzz ridden musical juggernaut "Imperator", shows, fuzz pedals, tracking and all good things.
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Powder Chutes - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E26 - Powder Chutes
07 Jun 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wanaka teen rockers Powder Chutes have a chat about their history, musical releases, plans for 2023 and cover some of their milestone achievements they accomplished so far. https://linktr.
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Slimivich - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E25 - Slimivich
31 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Will has a chat to frontman Slim from the Christchurch GrimHop duo Slimivich . Both members were once in Christchurch metal juggernauts Tainted.
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The Adventures Of Mikejoffa - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E24 - The Adventures of Mikejoffa
27 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington band The Adventures of Mikejoffa have a chat about their new album, upcoming shows and their band in general.
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Holloway - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E23 - Holloway
24 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
The lads from Wellington band Holloway have a chat about their new single, fashion, gigs and all things musical.
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The Bravo Uniform Mikes - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E22 - The Bravo Uniform Mikes
20 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Rock duo out of Manawatu have a tour coming up... hear all about BUM!
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Brawler NZHC - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E21 - Brawler NZHC
17 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
The lads from Hamilton's Brawler NZHC have a chat about their music, the band, upcoming shows and plans for a potential split release. Have a gander.
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Teraset - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E20 - Teraset
10 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Will breaks the 4th wall and interviews a band he is in. Teraset gather in the place they have nicknamed "Caravan Studios", where they tracked and mixed a lot of their releases over the past few years for a chat about all things band related.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 010: Jacob Sisson
06 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Jacob has been running multiple events in Christchurch and Wellington. I finally get to have an in depth chat with him to figure out exactly what he does and who he is.
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Micronism - MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 009: Denver McCarthy
03 May 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Modest, humble, and understated Denver McCarthy holds a secret... He is considered to be one of the Godfathers of NZ techno, active around Auckland in the 90's.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 008: Nicholas Pullen
26 Apr 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Nick has a chat about music and, more importantly, Barbarianism III... a two day event at Valhalla in Wellington in June.
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The Boondocks - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E19 - The Boondocks
19 Apr 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Scott from Auckland two piece band The Boondocks has a chat about the debut single, the creation of the band, Sasquatches and plans for an EP. https://linktr.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 007: Frankie O'Malley
15 Apr 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Frankie has been running the Kaitaia Metalfests for about 6 years now, with each one happening about 2 years apart. Will has a chat with him about the event and his goals.
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The Snake Behaviour - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E18 - The Snake Behaviour
12 Apr 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Christchurch band The Snake Behaviour have a chat about their new single, upcoming support slot, history, music video and all that good stuff.
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Holy Crime - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E17 - Holy Crime
05 Apr 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Benny has a chat about his relatively fresh band Holy Crime, covering their creation, their first single and plans to record more tracks this year. Check it out...
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Living State - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E16 - Living State
30 Mar 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland band Living State have a chat about their latest release, history of the band, and plans for more music to come. https://www.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E15 - Locked in Stasis
22 Mar 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Two of the fine lads from Christchurch's Locked in Stasis have a chat about the band, shows, releases and life in general. Check it out...
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Skull Patrol - The Distorted Transmission S03 / E14 - Skull Patrol / Burnt Lodge
15 Mar 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Chay Briceno is the guitarist for Skull Patrol and has also branched out into solo project territory with Burnt Lodge. A very interesting guy with many interesting things to say.
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Monolith - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E13 - Monolith
09 Mar 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland band Monolith have a chat about the band, upcoming shows and recent recordings with Dave Rhodes...
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Investigator - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E12 - Investigator
01 Mar 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Had a chat to Adrian Drew - the songwriter behind the band Investigator. They've had some success with a few singles as of late, so it's time to learn more about the band.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E011 - Blood Cauldron
08 Feb 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Dunedin 6 piece band Blood Cauldron have quite a different interview than any I've endeavored to record before... cool band so check them out.
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Chasing Titans - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E10 - Chasing Titans
01 Feb 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Two of the three members of Auckland's Chasing Titans discuss their debut EP, upcoming shows and plans for 2023.
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Miasmata - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E09 - Miasmata
25 Jan 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Mike from Dunedin's Miasmata has a chat about his solo project and releases.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 006: Ben Mulchin
18 Jan 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Ben runs Wellington's Valhalla - a bastion of extreme music and gathering point for many underground musicians and bands. He also runs Valhalla touring, bringing over countless international acts to dazzle, amaze and entertain local audiences.
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The Rising Tide - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E08 - The Rising Tide
15 Jan 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Phil from Palmy Deathcore band The Rising Tide has a chat about their big plans for January 2023. https://linktr.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E07 - Bloodbox
13 Jan 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Had a great chat with Megalith X about the Breakbeat Grindcore group Bloodbox. Stumbled across them quite by accident, and what a pleasant fresh breath of distorted, cacophonous air it was.
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Planet Hunter - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E06 - Planet Hunter
04 Jan 2023 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington band Planet Hunter have a chat about the band, their recent release, an upcoming gig and future plans.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E05 - Witchcult
28 Dec 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Christchurch based 3 piece stoner/doom/fuzz trio Witchcult have a chat about their EP, shows and the band in general.
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Beastwars - MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 005: James Woods / Beastwars
26 Dec 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
I've met James a few times at venues, either in the crowd or when he was behind the mixing desk doing sound. Very interesting character, so I thought a chat might be warranted to discover more about him.
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Kiero - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E04 - Kiero
21 Dec 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Jin Song from 3 piece alternative band Kiero has a lengthy and insightful chat about the band, music and his creative process and much more.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 004: Andrew Treeby
18 Dec 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Andrew is an integral part of the venue called Ding Dong Lounge in the heart of Auckland - a place where many smaller bands cut their teeth and gain a following. Will has a chat about the venue and the man himself.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E03 - Chelsea Smile
14 Dec 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
The lads from Invercargill's Chelsea Smile have a yarn about the band, Southand and theior plans going ahead.
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Jason McIver Collective - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E02 - Jason McIver
07 Dec 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Will has a chat to Jason McIver - ex vocalist for Heathen Eyes, If He Dies He Dies and of course Primacy, in which Will was the drummer. Main topics, aside from a brief bout of recappinmg and reminiscing, is the Heathen Eyes recordings from about 10 years ago finally being made into a release.
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Invasion of Piracy - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission S03 / E01 - Invasion of Piracy
30 Nov 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Mazza from Invasion of Piracy kicks of Season 3 of The Distorted Transmission.
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Silcrow - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 086: Silcrow
12 Oct 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Silcrow - a band once known as Close to the Bone - have rebranded themselves and moved ahead with some new music to release - one of which has just dropped with an accompanying music video, with another in their back pocket to release at some point soon. We have a chat about all things currently going on in their world.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 085: Dead Empire
05 Oct 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Tauranga Hard/Alt Rock band Dead Empire  have a chat about upcoming shows, releases, recordings and gigs... https://linktr.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 003: Dave Rhodes
28 Sep 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Another common name mentioned in band interviews is that of Dave Rhodes. Renowned engineer and drummer, Dave has a long musical history.
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 002: Zorran Mendonsa
21 Sep 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
A name that often crops up during band interviews is the engineer who recorded their release. Such an engineer is Auckland's Zorran Mendonsa.
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S H E - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 084: S H E
18 Sep 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington band S H E have a bit of a chat about their new single video and release gig.
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All I Seek - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 083: All I Seek
14 Sep 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington Progressive Metal band All I Seek  have a chat about their latest single, plans for the year and all things band related.
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Elidi - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 081: Elidi
07 Sep 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Richie from Elidi chats about the band, shows and their plans for writing a large body of music going forward.
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Sit Down In Front - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 080: Sit Down In Front
31 Aug 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Gisborne born Punk band vocalist Cory has a chat about the band's origins, their achievements and aspirations for the future.
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Unwanted Subject - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 079: Unwanted Subject
24 Aug 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland Nu-Metal/Metalcore band Unwanted Subject have a chat about the new line-up, the old EP and plans for new music going ahead.
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Dream State Empire - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 078: Dream State Empire
21 Aug 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Nick and Sasha from Wellington's Dream State Empire have a chat about their new EP release, writing methods, history, and plans going ahead.
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Swamp Vulture - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 077: Swamp Vulture
17 Aug 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Kerikeri born sludgy doom blues band Swamp Vulture talk about their sound, lyrics, history and plans for shows and their upcoming EP to be released on vinyl and cassette.
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Infinity Ritual - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 076: Infinity Ritual
10 Aug 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Groove Metal with a dose of Doom from New Plymouth New Zealand. Riffs + Volume = Infinity Ritual .
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MNZ Interview: Getting To Know You 001: Mark Derricutt
07 Aug 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Brought to you by Will Stairmand from The Distorted Transmission, the 'Getting To Know You' series of videos has been created to introduce people who, in their own special way, make the music scene function. Bands usually get the limelight but without promoters, venue owners, studio engineers, photographers, videographers and the rest of the framework, we'd all be pointlessly jamming in garages forever.
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End Boss - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 075: End Boss
03 Aug 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington's down tuned colossus sends two representatives to discuss the band, their debut album and the band's gigs and history. Amazing band.
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Claemus - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 074: Claemus
27 Jul 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington Prog Metal band Claemus have appeared on the NZ charts recently thanks to some very strong songs in their arsenal. Locally acclaimed live band well deserving of your attention.
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Teeth And Nails - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 073: Teeth and Nails
20 Jul 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington Metal underdogs Teeth And Nails rise up once again to release yet another energetic EP on the unsuspecting masses. Great bunch of guys who love what they do.
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Coridian - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 072: Coridian
14 Jul 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Heavy strumming, hard hitting, deep grooving Raven Bros are joined with the Energetic vocal powerhouse Dity, this makes up Coridian. Always a fun time chatting to these guys.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 071: Pulvinar
06 Jul 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Pulvinar - a 2 piece crust / grindcore / punk band from Auckland, New Zealand have a chat about their new EP, their EP tour and the band in general. Even their dog Bonnie joins in for a bit.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 070: Andrew Boak
27 Jun 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Andrew Boak from late 70's/early 80's punk band No Tag is the man behind the Auckland Punk event 'Punk It Up'. July 1st and 2nd is Punk It Up V at the Powerstation - an event not to be missed if you're into Punk Rock old and new.
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Proud Scum - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 069: Proud Scum
22 Jun 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Somewhat legendary Auckland late 70's punk band Proud Scum vocalist Jonathon Jamrag has a chat about their return to the stage for this year's Punk It Up event at the Powerstation - an event not to be missed, as it is a literal time machine to a simpler yet rawer time in New Zealand's musical evolution. Very entertaining guy to chat to.
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Memory Foam - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 068: Memory Foam
19 Jun 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Memory Foam is a Kiwi Punk band with a difference - Japanese born vocalist Yuko Miyoshi uses bilingual lyrics to bring something a little different than you might expect. You can see them at Punk It Up V at the Powerstation 1st and 2nd July 2022.
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Cafe Fistfight - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 067: Cafe Fistfight
15 Jun 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland band Cafe Fistfight have a chat about colourful shirts, their new EP, a release show and many, many other things. Fun guys to chat to.
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No Life - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 066: No Life
08 Jun 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Chch/P.Nth Metalcore 4 piece outfit No Life have a chat about their sudden social media onslaught of merch, an EP and a fancy as leafy music video - all in one mighty hit.
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STATES - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 064: States
25 May 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland Hard Rock/Rap band STATES has a chat about new music, new video and plans for live shows. Check it out.
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Dark Divinity - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 063: Dark Divinity
18 May 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington based Melodic Death band Dark Divinity have a chat about their new vocalist, pending full length release, history, the whole package. Check it out.
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Big Scout - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 062: Big Scout
11 May 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Blenheim Post Punk 3-piece Big Scout have a chat about their upcoming 12 track vinyl, the band's history, plans for a tour and musical life in Blenheim. Nice guys and good yarns.
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The First Child - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 060: The First Child
27 Apr 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland Post-Hardcore band The First Child have a chat about the new EP, homegrown videos, and plans for the rest of the year.
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No Broadcast - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 059: No Broadcast
20 Apr 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Josh from the Christchurch band No Broadcast chats about the band, the new extended band member collective, their latest release and ideas to make the digital musical experience return to the physical world in some small interactive way.
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Organectomy - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 058: Organectomy
13 Apr 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Christchurch underdogs turned kiwi global slam representatives Organectomy have a chat about the origins, their milestones to date, and hint and tease their plans for new music and shows. Sick band worth becoming familiar with.
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Obligatory Fiend - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 057: Obligatory Fiend
06 Apr 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Founding members of Bow Messiah have found their musical grounding once more, 7 years since vocalist Andrew passed away. New project, new vocalist, new energy and a new approach; taking time to craft songs at their own pace.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 056: Wolves
03 Apr 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
GC Angelo has a quick chat about the new (for lack of a better term) supergroup Wolves - featuring members from Evil Priest , Promise of Bloodshed, The Burial, 8 Foot Sativa / City of Souls  and Bleeders . Topics covered are their style, their 7" split with Gravel Pit due out in April, and the plight of becoming older musicians.
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Black Gravel City - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 055: Black Gravel City
30 Mar 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland 3 piece metal/rock outfit Black Gravel City came out the gate swinging with their debut single Internal Fix mid last year. Covid has slowed them down somewhat, but they are keen to do bigger and better things.
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Filth Wizard - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 054: Filth Wizard
23 Mar 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Invercargill stoner/rock/instrumental outfit Filth Wizard  released their second full length album late last year and embarked on a brave quest north to bring their music to the masses in our current covid climate. Today we chat about the band, their origins and their plans for the future.
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Plague of the Fallen - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 053: Plague of the Fallen
20 Mar 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Christchurch Death Metal band Plague of the Fallen have some more music in store for us... worth paying close attention to these guys.
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Saurian - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 052: Saurian
16 Mar 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Dunedin alt rock 4 piece outfit Saurian have a chat about the band, the Dunedin scene, and their new tongue-in-cheek track Ice Cream Man.
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Lorenzo Hazelwood - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 051: Lorenzo Hazelwood
09 Mar 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Lorenzo Hazelwood is vocalist for rock band Close To The Bone, but he also has some solo releases. We discuss those, and his solo project in general.
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On Tick - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 050: On Tick
02 Mar 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
3 Piece Auckland rock band On Tick have a chat about their release late last year, and discuss their plans for music and shows in 2022.
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Melanie - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 049: Melanie
23 Feb 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
West Auckland Pop Punk band Melanie stops by to discuss their band and recent release.
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Thy End Cometh - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 048: Thy End Cometh
16 Feb 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Tauranga based outfit Thy End Cometh have a bit of a chat about their musical style, their subject matter and their 7 tracks which will be drip fed over the course of 2022. Was nice chatting to them.
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Vixen Execution - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 047: Vixen Execution
09 Feb 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Members of brutal Death/Grindcore whirlwind Vixen Execution breathe new life into the band with new songs and a new energy. Featuring many members from Carnal, they have managed to develop a separate and unique style to differentiate the two bands.
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ABYSM - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 046: Abysm
02 Feb 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Small band making big steps toward becoming something unstoppable, Tauranga's Abysm pop by to fill us in on how they are progressing. If you haven't seen these guys live, make sure you do at some point this year.
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Pull Down The Sun - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 045: Pull Down The Sun
26 Jan 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Top lads Pull Down the Sun have an epic chat about the international rerelease of their double vinyl, funny injury stories, plans for the future... not one to miss!
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East York - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 044: East York
23 Jan 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
At the time of this interview, Melbourne based band East York had a series of North Island shows coming up in February with Coridian and Pull Down The Sun respectively... However, due to Covid, these have been cancelled....
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Covenant - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 043: Covenant
19 Jan 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Covenant  are a Christian band that tackle the topic of depression whose music can be best described as a blend of Down-Tempo and Deathcore. Had a good chat about the music, the reactions of the religious to heavier genres and their plans for an EP.
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Distance - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 042: Distance
14 Jan 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Christchurch instrumental band Distance have a bit of a chat about their releases, their first show and future plans.
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Carnal - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 041: Carnal
05 Jan 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
NZ Brutal Death Metal outfit Carnal  stop by to chat about the bands past, present and future endeavours.
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Bridge Burner - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 040: Bridge Burner
02 Jan 2022 // interview by Will Stairmand
Josh from Bridge Burner pops in to discuss the band's history, releases and other facets of this brutally delicious extreme kiwi band.
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Dead Favours - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 039: Dead Favours
29 Dec 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Jared from Dead Favours has a chat to Will about the bands rise to success amidst the trials and tests of a band in a covid restricted climate. Check it out...
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Coridian - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 038: Coridian
22 Dec 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
It's been over 3 years since I've chatted to Coridian, so there's some catching up to do. New music, new plans, but always good times.
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Borer - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 037: Borer
15 Dec 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
The "Spliff smoking, beer smashing, mongrel stacking sludge band from Christchurch, New Zealand." has an informal chat to Will about their fledgling release, sick merch and plans for the band moving ahead.
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Pale Flag - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 035: Pale Flag
01 Dec 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland's Pale Flag test the very limit of Zoom and Will's editing skills by beaming in from 4 unique locations. Usual questions are covered, and some wacky X-Files events take place...
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Leave The Dead - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 034: Leave The Dead
24 Nov 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Hamilton metallers Leave the Dead have a chat about the band's progress in these dark times.
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Planet of the Dead - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 033: Planet of The Dead
21 Nov 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington stoner / sci-fi / doom / rock / metal concoction Planet of the Dead beam in from their respective orbiting starships to discuss all facets of the band. Great band and a great chat.
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Voodoo Bloo - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 032: Voodoo Bloo
17 Nov 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Rory from Voodoo Bloo chats about their music, releases, lineup changes and brief but extremely productive history of the band, despite the covid situation.
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Pervertor - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 031: Pervertor
14 Nov 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington Black Thrash band Pervertor remove their face panties to discuss their brand new, smoking hot album, the band's origins, gigs and future plans.
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Black Alpine - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 030: Black Alpine
10 Nov 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Two loose units from Black Alpine beam into Distorted Transmission HQ to discuss musical genres, share fashion accessories, consume the RDI of alcohol and fibre, and make Will cry. Never a sane moment.
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Bulletbelt - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 029: Bulletbelt
08 Nov 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Steve Francis stops by to talk about the band and music in general, upcoming albums, tours, and higher goals of the band.
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Sidewinder - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 027: Sidewinder
31 Oct 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Wellington Desert Rock band Sidewinder slither by to chat about their recent single releases, influences, audience responses, band history and plans for the next music releases.
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Dark Water - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 025: Dark Water
24 Oct 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Two of the three members of New Plymouth's Dark Water chat to Will via modern technology to discuss the history of the band, new music, plans for an album and a new video. https://www.
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Eurenza - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 024: Eurenza
20 Oct 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Thrash band Eurenza have exploded on the scene from seemingly nowhere. Two members have a chat about the band's origins, their music video and releases.
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Swerve City - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 023: Swerve City
17 Oct 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Two lads from Auckland's Swerve City zoom in to chat about their recent release Conspiracy, as well as lockdown projects, songwriting, and plans for an EP.
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Empress - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 022: Empress
13 Oct 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Rock duo Empress have a chat with Will about the origins of the band, music releases and upcoming shows...
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Blindfolded and Led to the Woods - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 021: Blindfolded and Led to the Woods
11 Oct 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Christchurch Metal Juggernauts BALTTW had a chat about their insane album that dropped earlier this year... the artwork, the songwriting and recording process and the postponed tour.
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Finger Tight - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 019: Finger Tight
03 Oct 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Auckland Pop-Punk band Finger Tight pop in (no pun internded) to chat about upcoming shows, new music and the resurgence of the genre.
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This Silent Divide - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 018: This Silent Divide
29 Sep 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Will chats to two members from Wellington Rock act This SIlent Divide about their upcoming single release, with an EP hot on it's heels.
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Downfall of Humanity - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 017: Downfall of Humanity
26 Sep 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
The lads from Auckland's Downfall of Humanity swing by via zoom to chat about new music, gigs, and unfortunate surname of their drummer... Some relevant links here to check out their offerings..
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Head Like A Hole - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 016: Head Like A Hole
22 Sep 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Rock and Roll bad boy Booga Beazley from Head Like A Hole spins some yarns about HLAH's new music, their checkered past, tattooing, along with hopes and dreams for the band moving ahead. Always a pleasure chatting to this guy.
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Alien Weaponry - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 015: Alien Weaponry
22 Sep 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Brothers Lewis and Henry De Jong have a chat to discuss the new Alien Weaponry album Tangaroa which was released on the 17th of this month. Other topics include touring, favourite tracks, the meanings behind some of the new tracks and their career highlights to date.
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Outside In - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 014: Outside In
15 Sep 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Mikey from Outside In has a chat about the band, their writing process and impending double vinyl limited release. His cat also makes a guest appearance.
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Written By Wolves - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 013: Written by Wolves
08 Sep 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Will had a chat to two lads from Written by Wolves... hitting topics such as their online success, their recent single/video release, their upcoming collab project EP Secrets that drops on the 17th of September, and advice for bands who aspire to achieve a similar international reach online.
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Seas of Conflict - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 012: Seas of Conflict
01 Sep 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Check out the latest interview from The Distorted Transmission interview series, with Seas of Conflict.
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Puppeteer - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 011: Puppeteer
28 Aug 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Two members of Tauranga/Auckland band Puppeteer stop in to chat about their current recording projects, the band's history and upcoming plans. Check it out!
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WHITE NØISE MAFIA - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 010: WHITE NØISE MAFIA
18 Aug 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
New kids on the block WHITE NØISE MAFIA have been making waves after winning the Ding Dong band competition and releasing a solid single. Very easy going and down to earth guys with a serious work ethic and dreams of making something real happen with their sound.
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Rise The Wicked - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 009: Rise The Wicked
11 Aug 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Waikato heavy rockers Rise the Wicked sit down for a chat after filming their first music video with Will behind the lens - the filming of both the music video and the interview took place on Saturday 10th July at their practice space in the rural and beautiful town of Pirongia in the Waikato, and the single has already been released since. Will had a lot of fun hanging out with them for the day.
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Forty Bucks Till Tuesday - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 008: Forty Bucks Till Tuesday
05 Aug 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand. In this episode, Auckland band Forty Bucks Till Tuesday pop over to mine to have a natter about the band, recordings, video plans, releases and gigs...
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Teeth And Nails - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 007: Teeth and Nails
03 Aug 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand.In this episode, Will heads to his childhood stomping ground Upper Hutt to chat to Wellington's own Teeth and Nails about their recent Valhalla show, merch, music and their new 4 track EP.
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Thousand Limbs - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 006: Thousand Limbs
28 Jul 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand.Auckland's Instrumental Doom Metal band Thousand Limbs stops by Will's West Auckland HQ to chat about past albums, recent videos and current projects,..
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The Rising Tide - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 005: The Rising Tide
26 Jul 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand. In this episode, Will talks with Palmerston North deathcore act The Rising Tide.
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Gatekeepers - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 004: Gatekeepers
26 Jul 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand.In this episode, Will talks with New Plymouth up-and-coming Punk act Gatekeepers.
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MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 002: Ultimate
15 Jul 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand. In this episode, Will talks with Ultimate.
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Black Sands - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 003: Black Sands
15 Jul 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand. In this episode, Will talks with Auckland 4-piece instrumental quartet Black Sands.
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Grym Rhymney - MNZ Interview: The Distorted Transmission 001: Grym Rhymney
07 Jul 2021 // interview by Will Stairmand
Delving into the depths of NZ heavier music, The Distorted Transmission is hosted by Will Stairmand. In our very first episode, Will talks with Auckland metalcore act Grym Rhymney.
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