A Sonic Youth

Oliver Grey
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A love for indie rock as expressed by Kiwi taste-maker Oliver Grey who grew up in a household surrounded by the greatest 70s, 80s, 90s and newer alt and indie rock. Each episode explores a classic indie rock album, new releases and essentials.

  1. 3D AGO

    A Sonic Youth ep 219 - End of Year Favourites Wrap-Up

    It's an end of year wrap up as Oliver looks at his favourite indie rock songs released in 2025 and played on A Sonic Youth. Central to the show is Brown Horse's 'All The Right Weaknesses', along with tracks from Wednesday, Colin Miller, MJ Lenderman and Drive-By Truckers frontman Patterson Hood. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min

  2. 12/24/2025

    A Sonic Youth ep 218 - This Is Lorelei, Alternative Xmas Tracks

    Oliver takes a look at 'Holo Boy', the new record from Nate Amos' project This Is Lorelei. Then, a collection of alternative Xmas tracks, including a set from the 'Psych-Out Christmas' record. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min

  3. 12/18/2025

    A Sonic Youth ep 217 - Ty Segall, levitation room

    An exploration of modern garage rock legend Ty Segall, including a powerhouse hard rock cover of 'Diddy Wah Diddy' and a newly released live track. Also, a new live in studio version of L.A. psych rockers levitation room's greatest track. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min

  4. 12/11/2025

    A Sonic Youth ep 216 - The Hold Steady, Drive By Truckers and Jason Isbell

    We have two of the greatest modern rock bands on this week's A Sonic Youth! First, The Hold Steady's 'Separation Sunday' 20 years on with a deluxe reissue. Then, Drive-By Trucker's greatest live performances with Jason Isbell including a recent feature on the Colbert late night show. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min

  5. 12/04/2025

    A Sonic Youth ep 215 - This Is Lorelei, nabeel, Holy Wave, The Brian Jonestown Massacre

    New tracks from the soon to be released album from slacker Americana artist This Is Lorelei (Nate Amos). Iraqi/American shoegaze from the excellent nabeel, and two tracks to round up neo-psych November from The Brian Jonestown Massacre and Holy Wave. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min

  6. 11/27/2025

    A Sonic Youth ep 214 - Neo-Psych November Week 4

    It's the final week of Neo-Psych November! Oliver looks at the stripped and repetitive sensory deprivation side of the wider genre. Listen in to hear beautiful stripped-back tracks from Assemble Head In Sunburst Sound, Moon Duo, Rose City Band, Psychic Ills, and more. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min

  7. 11/20/2025

    A Sonic Youth ep 213 - Neo-Psych November Week 3 - Intricate Sensory Overload

    It's week three of Neo-Psych November and it's time to look into the 'intricate sensory overload' side of the genre. Oliver plays tracks which merge neo-psych with acid psych (Moon Duo), shoegaze (LSD and the Search for God), and dream pop (The Warlocks), and more! Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min

  8. 11/13/2025

    A Sonic Youth ep 212 - Neo-Psych November Week 2 - History, Brian Jonestown Massacre

    It's week two of Neo-Psych November! Following last week's introduction, Oliver looks at some of the history of the genre, from 60s psych through to New Wave and 80s alt-rock scenes. Then we take a deep dive into one of the genre's pioneering bands, The Brian Jonestown Massacre. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.

    28 min
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A love for indie rock as expressed by Kiwi taste-maker Oliver Grey who grew up in a household surrounded by the greatest 70s, 80s, 90s and newer alt and indie rock. Each episode explores a classic indie rock album, new releases and essentials.

Information

  • Creator
    Oliver Grey
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    148
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C)Free FM
  • Show Website
    A Sonic Youth