Ryan Brash

New Zealand

Keegan Lewis

Keegan Lewis

Nelson-born musician Keegan Lewis, now based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara and studying Commercial Music at Massey University, has been quietly crafting his debut project An Ocean of Violets, a striking first step into the world of alternative pop. “Music’s always been a big part of my life,” he says. “But

FFAR

FFAR

If you’ve spent time scrolling Instagram Reels or dancing at Wellington clubs, there’s a good chance you’ve come across FFAR (Raff Mchunt). Whether it’s his signature bucket hat or his classic sign-off (“Thanks mate!”) the Mount Maunganui-raised DJ and producer has quietly built a recognisable presence

Jai Bartlett

Jai Bartlett

Whether he’s creating posters, designing clothing or creating music you can be sure that Jai Bartlett is crafting his work with intention and care, considering each element and thinking about the messages he wants to share with the world. Musical Background Growing up in Ōtautahi Christchurch, Jai’s early

Ben Bonetti

Ben Bonetti

Talking with 19-year-old musician Ben Bonetti, it quickly becomes clear that he’s juggling more than your average second-year student. Hailing from Cambridge and now based in Wellington, Ben is studying a Bachelor of Commercial Music (Practice) at Massey University, performing DJ sets, working on a solo album, and fronting

RENÉE

RENÉE

If you’ve been around the Wellington music scene lately, chances are you’ve come across Renée Burnett. The 20-year-old singer-songwriter from West Auckland has found her stride blending neo-soul, R&B, and Afrobeat sounds; both as a solo artist and a co-founder of College Try. University Music has

Imani-J: The Transcript

Imani-J: The Transcript

This interview was recorded on the 31st of March, 2025. Alyahna Sanson-Rejouis (Imani-J) was the last interview I did for Volume 01 of Roots. Here's what I talked about with singer-songwriter and the other-half of JOLA BURNS, Imani-J: How old are you? 16. I turn 17 in two

College Try: The Transcript

College Try: The Transcript

This interview was recorded on the 9th of March 2o25 I sat down to talk to Kloey Shaw from College Try as part of Roots Volume 01. Here's what we talked about: Where are you from? Where did you go to high school? What's your name?