Step into the Green Room – where musicians talk songwriting, touring, and the stories behind their music.

Fresh FM’s Shannon sat down with Ryan Beehre from Minuit to chat about the band’s Hometown Reunion Tour – a one-night-only, sold-out show at Nelson’s Theatre Royal on Saturday 4th October. After nearly a decade away, Minuit are reuniting to bring back the tracks that took them around the globe. Expect energy, nostalgia, and plenty of dancing as the iconic electronic trio return to their hometown stage.

Shannon sits down with Chris Dent frontman of Albi and the Wolves, a folk, americana trio. The trio has a huge sound that is simply created by an acoustic guitar, electric violin, double bass and their three voices. They are playing at Room Twenty5 on the 3rd of October. Tickets available from under the radar.

Shannon talks to Priscilla Teh, a young Violinist who is performing with the Nelson Symphony Orchestra at NCMA on Saturday September 13 25

Shannon talks to Lawrence Arabia ahead of his gig at Nelson's Room TWENTY5 on Saturday Sep 13.

Wild Horses take the stage to perform the greatest hits of the legendary Rolling Stones at Nelson's Theatre Royal, Friday night September 12 2025

This episode of The Green Room, we’re catching up with Jed Parsons – or should we say Jeff Parsnips – ahead of two very different shows in Nelson this Saturday, August 2. First up, Jed’s cheeky alter ego Jeff Parsnips is bringing the laughs and the sauce with Silly Songs For Silly Sausages, a debut kids' album packed with fun, flavour, and classic Kiwi charm. Come along with your whānau to Room Twenty5 for a joyful daytime gig of tomato anthems and silly singalongs.. 🍅🎉 Then when the sun goes down, it’s Jed Parsons as you know him. Returning to Nelson on his nationwide tour, Parsons will share new music and fan favourites with that signature wit and warmth that’s earned him praise from Rolling Stone, RNZ, and stages across NZ and Australia. Whether you’re after midday mayhem or moody indie magic, Jed’s got your Saturday sorted. Show Date: Saturday 2nd August

The live album movie ‘Becoming A Man’ by Dorado Whakatū lands this Friday August 1st. This psychedelic rock album holds something for everyone. It bends genres, weaves story with melody, and pays tribute to the music that shaped it—while still breaking new ground. It’s as much a trip through sound as it is a statement of where music can go next. Release Date: Friday 1st August

Chrissie talks to Rennie ahead of the gig at Ruby Bar Store on July 20th

Ceara sits down with Sean Barker from Search for Yeti to discuss their latest album and their gig at the Boathouse on Friday the 18th of July. Includes the song 'What You Mean to Me'

Rob Joass from Wellington Band Hobnail joins Chrissie to talk about their top of the south gigs this weekend July 11-13

Rennie Pearson joind Chrissie to talk about his gigs around Nelson Tasman July 06-10

Shannon talks to local musician Sylvee about her new song Ice Grit, released today, June 13 2025. The single Ice Grit follows the interview.

Shannon talks to David North about the Nelson Symphony Orchestra presenting Orchestral Reflections at NCMA on June 14 2025

Ceara catches up with Kiwi singer Georgia Lines and plays her new song, A Wonderful Life

Shannon catches up with Nadia Freeman, also known as Miss Leading, to talk about her latest release, Will The Trees Breathe Tomorrow. With a slow, trippy vibe, rich polyrhythms, and a deep low end that begs for a sub, the track defies easy genre labels. Nadia opens up about the creative process, the environmental themes behind the music, and how electronic music can stir both thought and feeling.

Shannon chats with rising Aotearoa artist Greta O’Leary about her heartfelt debut album RIVER DARK, out now on streaming and vinyl. Greta shares the stories behind the songs, her creative journey, and what it means to release such a personal body of work into the world.