• Grassroots & Independent: Founded in 2021 as a DIY project out of Auckland (though we were broadcasting adhoc before that), we operate independently without corporate or major media network backing. 
  The advertising you'll hear between great tunes is specific to locally released indie music.
• Local & Emerging Focus: Our core mission is getting local Aotearoa musicians heard, mixing community submissions with established Kiwi acts alongside indie tracks submitted to us from across the globe. We however do mix the hits with local bits, as we are all about great music.
• Human-Curated & Anti-AI Policy: Our station emphasizes real people behind the mic, featuring shows like The Indie Hour and live broadcasts exclusive to Kick from our roster of local DJs, and we explicitly reject AI-generated music and visuals to support genuine musicianship. 

Artist-Friendly Submissions: Independent artists can directly submit their MP3s via kiwiradio@proton.me (please attach the MP3) or use our SONGVOTE page and/or leave voice-over intros via our online voicemail system to get airplay. Find the voice-message function on the footer of our website.

Discover your next fave local artist here, on Kiwiradio.