"Once in a while, you get smacked in the face with, 'What does this person do anyway?'"

Succession is a scathing, incredibly-acted indictment of the rich and powerful.

Pagan witchcraft? Horrible trips to Sweden? We've got you covered.

Phoebe Waller-Bridge's first show features more of her witty observations.

Beautifully drawn Litigante an authentic portrait of one woman struggling to stay afloat.

Manta Ray is a stirring story of unlikely human connection.

Song Without a Name dramatises a real-life case of human trafficking in Peru in the 1980s.

Sienna Miller dazzles as a working-class woman fighting through unimaginable grief.

Sheeran's impressive roster of guests outclass the pop star at every turn.

Fire on Marzz is a fully-formed EP that pounds with potent lyrics and exceptional hooks.

Angel Olsen, Alicia Keys and Lykke Li let Ronson's production skills shine.

With Euphoria and Big Little Lies 2, HBO proves once again that less is more.

Echo's debut single is about returning to a place of companionship with a former lover.

Miley Cyrus darts between pop and hip-hop on her new EP. Not all of it lands.

An upmarket version of Korean BBQ is worth forking out for in Seoul.

Malcolm was named an MNZM as part of this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.

Jamila Woods' latest is an innovative R 'n' B record humming with history.

Carly Rae Jepsen's emotive songwriting is back on form on Dedicated.

Fleabag follows a woman fumbling through issues of life, love, family and grief.

On Designer, Harding's songs face steadily towards the sun.

Zen Bar is for travellers on a budget: cheap, cheerful and great for a night out.

"There's something about the water here that makes you really interesting storytellers."

Weyes Blood's newest release finds a sense of calm in a doomed world.

Netflix's Special is a charming comedy about life as a gay, disabled man.

Robert Downey jnr and Brie Larson predict what's next for the Marvel cinematic universe

"I still have no idea what role I play in this film," says Brie Larson (Captain Marvel).

Norah Jones talks about her new album and her 'weird' new creative discovery.

"It was a nice change to be a part of something dark and brooding," says Madeleine Sami.

Eight one-shot vignettes build one lifetime in Vai, a sister film to 2017's Waru.

"I was kind of devastated by the end... I'd had some sort of cult religious experience."

Bene's first single Soaked has been streamed more than 12 million times on Spotify.

We're in shock - but there are ways to channel our anger and hurt.

Sucker Punch is packed with bold, direct songwriting, but is it a knock out or cheap shot?

Neko Case on the end times: "The world will go on without us, and it will be glorious."

Daffodils' stars Rose McIver and George Mason on iconic Kiwi music and the exposing shoot

Julia Jacklin leaves no emotional stone unturned on her new album.

Snail Mail on questions about her identity: 'it has nothing to do with the music'.

Broods are heading home to Nelson to play a show for those affected by the recent fires.

REVIEW: Despite the weather, festival goers and performers enjoyed the stellar vibes.

"I pretty much stopped writing for myself for a year," says Dave Baxter.

"It's important we get this film out there and share it with as many people as possible."

Director Wash Westmoreland says the film keeps his late husband's 'creative spirit' alive.

Today's ceremony celebrated female empowerment, with a star cameo from Michelle Obama.

Girlpool's new record is a fuzzyt soundtrack to an affecting journey of self-reflection.

Tom Scott has written a new play devoted to the story of his mother, Joan.

Sharon van Etten's newest album expands her sound, to extraordinary affect.

"It's quite weird when you write something, and then it teaches you a lesson in a way."

James Blake's new album is a stunning look at love in internal and external forms.

Ahead of her homecoming slot at Laneway, Robinson opens up on her massive year.

Maggie Rogers' debut follows through on the promise of her early single, Alaska.

Western Springs Stadium proved a worthy venue for the ambitious gig.

This summer we look back at the best stories of the year. This is from December.

Hugo Grrrl says he hopes his win will encourage different identities to try drag.

The Marvelous Mrs Maisel's second season is a welcome expansion of the show.

The star duo behind The Breaker Upperers reflect on their enormous year.

"We were working 16 hours, most days, for about four or five years... We were so tired."

"You guys party harder than Australians, and probably as hard as us."

'I was probably sleeping three or four hours a night, so I had a lot of bonus time.'

Only Rose Matafeo and Alice Snedden would turn a Christmas show into a horn-fest.

Rita Ora sounds more herself than ever - but Phoenix's production is stuck in the past.