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Ne-Yo Auckland concert a spectacle of slick moves – and a tone-deaf comment
'I was sexually assaulted and I liked it', the hitmaker said.
Denzel Washington reportedly 'screamed' at Diddy Combs at one of rapper’s parties
'They had seen something and stormed out.'
Hip-hop legends The Roots heading to Tauranga
Summer Haze music festival prepares to welcome one of the 'greatest live bands around'.
More international artists added to Juicy Fest bill
Four shows across New Zealand in January 2025.
Wu-Tang on show: Where you can go to finally hear world’s rarest album
There’s one copy of the clandestine recording, and it can finally be heard... in Tasmania.
'Pathetic': Cassie's legal team slams Diddy's apology after assault caught on video
The star earlier suggested those who accused him of abuse were just looking for a payday.
Rise and fall of Sean 'Diddy' Combs – once untouchable rap mogul
The star reigned supreme over the world of hip-hop. Now, he's facing serious allegations.
Two men convicted of killing Run-DMC star, nearly 22 years after his death
The brazen 2002 shooting left investigators at a loss for nearly two decades.
'Copyright infringement': Kanye West slammed by music legend
Donna Summer's estate doesn't feel the love for the controversial rapper.
Rap legends set to co-headline 2024 New Zealand tour
Three rap heavyweights will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their most-loved albums.
Trial in Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay’s 2002 killing starting, testing his anti-drug image
The killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay has stood as one of hip-hop's most elusive crimes.
Dupe Dogg: Flight attendant catfished by lookalike after embarrassing mistake
The attendant found viral fame after mistaking her passenger for the US rapper.
South Auckland hairstylist's ultimate call-up to braid hip hop royalty
Catheryne Matiasi is still on a high after her latest celebrity client, rapper Bizzy Bone.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs facing fourth sexual assault claim
Another woman has sued the hip-hop mogul.
Wrappers delight - rappers get to grips with Christmas
Kings and fellow hip-hop artists CHAII and Rory Noble were challenged by Trade Me to wrap a range of presents, using all the rapping smarts. Video / Trade Me
Huge rap music star join Bay Dreams line-up
The iconic festival will return with shows in Queenstown and Tauranga next year.
In pictures: Muddy madness in Central Hawke’s Bay; fresh and clean hip-hop in Hastings
Slick dance moves and slippery slopes combined this weekend.
Four dance crews from Whanganui City College heading to hip-hop nationals
“I’m looking forward to that feeling of when you’ve worked so hard and it’s all paid off.”
Hip-hop turns 50: NYC celebrates with beats, eats, and broadway feats
New York City marks 50 Years of hip-hop with exciting citywide events.
NZ dance crews ‘among the best’ at world hip-hop champs
Teams from Aotearoa have won five medals in six divisions in the United States.
Kiwi musicians pay tribute to rap legend Ermehn
Kiwi rappers and musicians pay tribute to South Auckland hip hop legend Ermehn.
Happy Feet John Vaifale wins Red Bull Dance Your Style competition
He's off to the Red Bull Dance Your Style world final in Germany.
South Auckland dancer Happy Feet ready for battle at famed dance comp
John Vaifale, aka Happy Feet, hopes to take his Polynesian hip-hop style to Germany.
Fugees star to stand trial for alleged 'secret lobbying'
Pras Michel is charged with acting as an unregistered agent of a foreign government.
Shocking truth behind Rihanna's Super Bowl performance
The superstar took to a spectacular floating stage for the performance.
Aussie bar apologises after denying rapper Post Malone entry
The bar has formally apologised after denying the rapper entry due to his face tattoos.