95bFM is proud to announce the launch of our brand new web series, bSides.

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The brainchild of Host and Director Tuva’a Clifton (95bFM Drive Show Host), bSides is a celebration of everything good about local alternative and independent music in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Each episode features a local artist/band performing two of their original tracks, as well as a cover of a New Zealand artist of their choice. In between each song, series host Tuva’a dives into the history of the artist/band, their future plans, and the raison d'être behind their cover choice. It’s funny, it’s honest and it’s a damn good watch.

“This series isn’t just about showcasing local artists” says Executive Producer, Kaitlyn Ratcliff, “it’s about local artists uplifting other local artists, and building community through that”.

Episode One kicks off with Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland-based dream pop band Phoebe Rings, with other episodes featuring post-punk band Soft Bait, emerging indie-pop artist Emily Bateman, garden-rocker Jim Nothing, the dreamy Babe Martin and singer-songwriter, Elisa. Each artist/band performs two of their own original tracks, as well as some truly incredible covers of iconic local acts such as Fazerdaze, Look Blue Go Purple, Amamelia, and more!

Season one of bSides premieres Wednesday 4 June 2025 on the 95bFM YouTube channel, with six episodes - one dropping every second week.

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