EntertainmentThe story behind Gin's new albumChart topper Gin Wigmore reveals how a new relationship influenced her latest album.13 Jun 12:00 AM
EntertainmentHow Take me to Church took over worldIt's only four minutes long and shot in simplistic black-and-white - but it remains one of the most brutal music videos in recent memory. Here's how Hozier did it.12 Jun 12:00 AM
EntertainmentAC/DC confirm NZ tour datesThere's something fitting about a man known for wearing his school uniform rocking out on a school night.10 Jun 07:37 PM
EntertainmentBeach Boys confirm one-off NZ showThe Beach Boys are coming to New Zealand for a one-off concert, playing to 3000 people in Mount Maunganui in November.09 Jun 10:00 PM
EntertainmentNeil Finn's charity show has strings attachedNeil Finn thinks it's time he dusted off some old songs for a good cause.03 Jun 08:00 PM
EntertainmentChris Cornell, Dylan Moran add showsSoundgarden singer Chris Cornell has expanded his solo New Zealand tour adding a second Auckland show at the Aotea Centre on Friday November 27 after healthy ticket sales for the previous night's gig.03 Jun 07:00 PM
EntertainmentSimply Red are backIt’s been eight years, but a blissfully domesticated Mick Hucknall has reunited with Simply Red for a new album and tour.31 May 06:00 AM
EntertainmentAlert issued over scalpers selling AC/DC ticketsAC/DC fans could be in the red, rather than back in black, if they buy scalped tickets for the rock band's upcoming Auckland gig.30 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentJazz legends' duet will give us thrillsJazz legends' duet is an all too rare occasion, writes Paula Yeoman.24 May 02:00 AM
EntertainmentYoung musos compete across NZYoung musicians are tuning up for months of competition and performance, writes Dionne Christian.22 May 08:00 PM
EntertainmentNo BYO booze at Rhythm and VinesTeam Rhythm and Vines says it plans to tighten its focus while aiming to widen and freshen the appeal of its new-look summer music festival.20 May 09:17 PM
EntertainmentChris Cornell to tour NZ againIt might be time he purchased some property here, because Chris Cornell is packing his bags for his second New Zealand visit this year - and fourth in five years.20 May 06:00 PM
EntertainmentWilliams back to entertain usSuperstar Robbie Williams is coming back to entertain his Kiwi fans for the first time in 12 years.16 May 07:30 PM
EntertainmentMary J Blige, Jill Scott to headline SoulfestSoulfest is returning for a second year in Auckland, with the one-day R&B and hip-hop festival to be headlined by Mary J Blige and Jill Scott.12 May 01:15 AM
OpinionChris SchulzConcert review: Motley Crue & Alice CooperThousands of music fans were treated to a heavy rock masterclass as veterans Alice Cooper and Motley Crue rocked Auckland's Vector Arena last night.09 May 08:15 PM
EntertainmentAPO puts a shine on a lesser lightWith 104 Haydn symphonies to choose from, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra picked one of the lesser-known specimens to launch its Town Hall concert on Wednesday.07 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHozier plans to take NZ to churchHozier, the Irish singer-songwriter who has taken America and much of the pop world by storm with his hit Take Me To Church is heading to Auckland.06 May 07:30 PM
EntertainmentJoan Baez brings back folk to NZVeteran folk singer and activist Joan Baez is returning for a three-date tour of New Zealand.06 May 07:00 PM
EntertainmentFerg rapping fans around his fingerSince his last visit to NZ, A$AP Ferg has not just been enticing new fans but also building a celebrity fan base, finds Chris Schulz.06 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentChang a feast for the eyes but not earsFrom the start, Sarah Chang seemed to project impatience rather than impetuosity, writes William Dart.01 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNZ artists share their fave St James showsIn honour of the St James re-opening for a celebratory festival called Weird Night Out this weekend, we asked some of the participating musicians for their favourite memories of the iconic venue.01 May 03:00 AM
EntertainmentConcert review: Demi LovatoFormer Disney star, Demi Lovato proved that she's not just a pop princess but a rock queen at her concert last night at Auckland's Vector Arena.26 Apr 08:00 PM