The interviewer and driving force behind Sounzgood - Matt Hicks

Having studied at the New Zealand Broadcasting School (Christchurch) and working at independent Hamilton station Backbeat 89.0 as Program Director/Drive Host matt grew a deep love and respect for New Zealand's music. musicians and the quality of music they produce. Moving on from BackBeat, Matt asked a simple question, what do I really want to do? The answer: Interview famous Kiwis and great musicians.

Sounzgood was created to meet this demand and coupled with the weekly top 5, Sounzgood TV, in the know, artist of the week and album reviews, users are given a complete guide to musical culture in New Zealand and beyond. To promote of Kiwi musicians and local music Sounzgood has crafted these following features, Interviews with local musicians and famous folk - Sounzgood interview musicians from a range of genres, on a range of topics and keep you up to date via the video gallery. - Sounzgood is the only place where you can see local media personality’s (usually the interviewers) being interviewed.

Find out what tunes are making famous folk groove every week - Each week Sounzgood asks different VJ’s, DJs, Musicians and other prominent kiwis what are the 5 songs that are really tickling their fancies at the moment and why.
Sounzgood TV - Check out our playlists and vote on your favorite
- Search by playlist or artist or just browse our stuff tab.
Weekly profile of a fresh New Zealand artist - We may be highlighting a kiwi constitution or a new unheralded talent who could develop into a favorite. Sounzgood scans the online community daily to bring you a great artist of the week.
Wonder how good the latest albums are? - Our team of reviewers offer their expert opinions on the latest international and local releases. Updated weekly, this feature keeps you on the musical edge.
Opinion poll - Have your say on a range of issues that are relevant to you. The daily poll is a mixture of national, local politics, music culture and more. Check in daily to see what you’re going to get.
Sounzgood - In the Know - Found on interview gallery, artist of the week and album review pages, In The Know gives you all the essential info on any band shown.