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SALTBOX Studios alongside RDU 98.5FM and Tyanhaus, with the support of the Christchurch City Council, is subsidising access for Ōtautahi musicians to create and promote new work. The program subsidised and allowed access for 20 artists or bands to produce unreleased pieces of music. With a whole year of the program now done, we are […]

SALTBOX Studios alongside RDU 98.5FM and Tyanhaus, with the support of the Christchurch City Council, is subsidising access for Ōtautahi musicians to create and promote new work. The program subsidises and allows access for 20 artists or bands to produce unreleased pieces of music. With the program in full swing, we are excited to announce […]

Rhythm & Alps have announced 16 incredible and diverse acts to perform at the 2023 festival in
December, with more to be revealed in the coming weeks.

The final installment of He Kākano Puoro is finally here, rounding out the series which also included the Ōtautahi Venues and Ōtautahi Sound System Culture documentaries. The Mic Is Ours – Women In Broadcasting is now available to watch online. This documentary shines a light on the wāhine who have been involved with RDU 98.5FM […]

It’s that time of year again. Winter has us in her firm, icy grasp and is refusing to let go. Thankfully, Go Live Festival is almost here! So, prepare to be blasted with musical performances hot enough to melt away even the most stubborn winter blues. We chatted with Christchurch City Council Events Producer Marc […]

SALTBOX Studios alongside RDU 98.5FM and Tyanhaus, with the support of the Christchurch City Council, is subsidising access for Ōtautahi musicians to create and promote new work. The program subsidises and allows access for 20 artists or bands to produce unreleased pieces of music. With the program in full swing, we are excited to announce […]

Sound Systems have played a pivotal role in the development of music globally. From hip-hop to punk rock to electronic music – rave to jungle to grime to garage. The impact on musicians, Dj’s and punters right here in Ōtautahi has been felt for decades and has furthered the development of music in our city, […]

Music Curators are the backbone of RDU 98.5FM. Their task is to search the city, country, and globe for all the best new music to add to our playlist. Every week, our curators submit up to 8 songs to the playlist, in order to keep RDU constantly fresh and on the cutting edge of music. […]

RDU 98.5FM has been the leading music broadcaster in Ōtautahi since 1976. Championing our local and regional musicians by promoting their music, gigs, tours…and personalities. Part of our community are a number of Sound System crews who bring together an array of communities to experience many modern or classic genres of music performed through sound […]

Show your love for Ōtautahi’s only bastion of alternative listening! RDU merchandise is available now. We’ve got styles for everyone’s tastes! The classic RDU Logo, printed on 100% cotton, AS Colour T-shirts.  Logo Colour: Black, Red, White T-Shirt Colour: Black, Red, White Check out the shop here


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