President Trump called to congratulate her on the series return. But is it worth watching?

Mastodon and Gojira proved themselves to be two of the world's best metal acts right now

Auckland production of Mamma Mia! is an experience to remember, writes Dione Joseph.

George Ezra sounds boxed in by his own positivity on his second album.

Did you think Peter Rabbit was a cutesy-wutesy tale about a lettuce-stealing bunny wunny?

"Could you open up your bibles and turn to the chapter of love?" Yes, that's Snoop Dogg.

The Basement Tapes keeps audiences guessing, writes Paul Simei-Barton.

Voices New Zealand Chamber Choir's sonic silo a seductive experience, says William Dart.

Dance work Tender is the Night has its own stark charm, writes Dione Joseph.

Us/Them is about tragedy, yet jet black humour ensures you'll continue to think about it.

Terrace House, Japanese reality franchise is a surprisingly difficult show to describe.

The Far Side of the Moon still appealing to audiences, 20 years after it first played.

Silo Theatre's Body Double gives a feminist take on sex and desire, says Janet McAllister.

Bringing together a number of Kiwi musical talents, The New King is a rewarding listen.

Stone Temple Pilots are best when they're weird. But their new album isn't weird enough.

With a roster full of stars, and Snoop, UFC has the best striking engine ever

No revisiting has been anywhere near as radical as Richter's.

David Fa'auliuli Mamea's one-woman play is a charming chamber production.

His talent can't be confined or defined, writes Greg Bruce.

A circus like no other where the contrast between town and country vividly comes alive.

Jack Charles, a drug addict for 40 years and a prisoner for 20 of those, argues his case.

Avant-garde ensemble From Scratch take fans on a trip to savour, writes William Dart.

Atlanta rapper Lil Yachty's follow-up to Teenage Emotions shows some growing pains.

Soccer Mommy's debut album balances both strength and fragility.

A three-part mini-series recaptures the terror of British serial killer John Christie.

The magic happens late in Anderson & Roe's piano duo, says William Dart.

Choreographer Michael Parmenter's long-dreamed of Orpheus is sublime, says Raewyn Whyte.

Theatremaker Ahi Karunaharan delivers seven fine stories in seven sips, says Dione Joseph.

Auckland Arts Festival seeks shows to appeal to young audiences; Junk was an absolute gem.

Classiest of boy bands shows how pop anthems become secular anthems, writes William Dart