A new book paying homage to five decades of live music in New Zealand is proof, says one contributor, Herald entertainment editor Russell Baillie, that every generation has gigs to remember.

Trick or treat? Rufus Wainwright slowly pads his way to the grand piano.

The Modfather overcomes issues with his guitar tech and sound mix to become something worth the wait.

At the age of 76, Leonard Cohen, the dark poet is a warm, gracious, comfortable performer on stage.

Pop sensation Katy Perry, who married Russell Brand last week, will perform at Auckland's Vector Arena on Saturday May 7th.

If you didn't see Neil Diamond in his 70s heyday, you still can - it's just that now it's his 70s heyday.

Photos from Christchurch's Hagley Park, where artists performed a free concert as a gift to the people of Christchurch following the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in September.

Rufus Wainwright is heading here with a show which puts extra demands on him and his audience. He tells Russell Baillie why.

Graham Reid celebrates the return of two important Kiwi bands of yesteryear

A star-studded line-up of Kiwi musicians will perform tomorrow in earthquake-hit Christchurch.

After a rousing reception two years ago, Pendulum are back and bigger than ever, writes Scott Kara.

Photos of Smashing Pumpkins concert at Auckland Town Hall.

Who: Kids of 88 and The Naked and Famous When and where: Saturday night, The Powerstation

Dust off your feather boas and leathers because flamboyant pop diva Adam Lambert and is set to entertain you.

Heavy metal legends Metallica rocked Auckland's Vector Arena last night in the first of two sold out gigs.

The Laneway festival has a lineup that will ensure a dreamy, then magical, then devastatingly angular musical experience.