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Country cuts music festival short after star kisses male bandmate
Minister slams Matty Healy’s conduct at the Good Vibes Festival as 'very rude'.
Meet the chefs who feed Beyoncé and Lizzo on tour
New York Times: Artists travel with an elaborate entourage of culinary professionals.
'He’s irreplaceable': Elton John pays tribute to Tony Bennett
Legendary stylist of American musical standards Tony Bennett has died at 96.
Legendary US singer Tony Bennett dies
Decadeslong career brought him admirers from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga.
Jamie Lynn says her daughter 'very affected' by Britney feud
The sisters have been estranged since Jamie Lynn's alleged involvement in conservatorship.
From drug addiction to making beats with US music producer Timbaland
Kepa Tumai is ranked the No.1 beats maker in New Zealand.
Rhythm & Vines 2023: Star-studded lineup announced
Set your timers for ticket sales because this is a lineup you won't want to miss.
‘Pure self-hatred’: Robbie Williams makes heartbreaking confession
The singer has revealed the sad truth behind a snap that the internet praised.
Taylor Swift's history making career move
Speak Now (Taylor's Version) is her 12th full-length to hit the top spot.
Kiwi musicians pay tribute to rap legend Ermehn
Kiwi rappers and musicians pay tribute to South Auckland hip hop legend Ermehn.
The new generation's coming for your vinyl collection - and not because they want to listen to it
Opinion: I never expected to see old records on my 12-year-old granddaughter’s wall.
Seth Haapu: New album celebrates te ao Māori and its "wonderful, beautiful way of wellbeing"
'The answers [to wellbeing] are actually in our culture'
Jane Birkin on Serge Gainsbourg, orgasms and why she'd never become a hologram
Times: The singer, songwriter and actress was half of France's most famous couple.
Summer Concert Tour announce hit 2024 lineup
Simple Minds and Pseudo Echo will have you singing your way into the night.
William Dart review: Troy Kingi and APO put on a star performance
William Dart reviews Troy Kingi and APO's stellar Matariki show.
A who’s who of Ponsonby Central: A business hub for film-makers, top chefs and tech giants
Ponsonby Central has become home to some of Aotearoa's big names in business.
‘Accidental’ death of Rolling Stones guitarist called into question
Brian Jones was found dead in a swimming pool in 1969 - questions around his death linger.
Hamilton opera student to sing in Australian comp semi-finals
Samoan tenor Emmanuel Fonoti-Fuimaono takes part in the Australian Singing Competition.
Zayn reveals why he really left One Direction: 'Sick of each other'
The former 1D star opened up on the latest episode of the Call Her Daddy podcast.
The Wiggles' sweet gesture for terminally ill girl
Little Zahra's final wish came true when she got to meet her favourite Wiggles.
Usher’s ex-wife’s major move after son's tragic death
Usher's ex-wife wants to drain Georgia’s largest lake after son's death.
Synthony to go back to where it all began at Auckland Town Hall
Synthony is going back to where it all began - for one night only.
Madonna breaks silence after harrowing hospitalisation
The queen of pop has addressed fans following terrifying infection.
Delta Goodrem opens up about shock diagnosis
The Aussie singer was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma at 18 years old.
Leading entertainment figure trial: Police case attacked in defence opening
'He’s made mistakes but that doesn’t make him a criminal'
Is Aretha Franklin’s true will the one found in the couch or a cabinet?
New York Times: Court to decide if either document represents singer’s last wishes.
Snow business: Music extravaganza Synthony set to hit new peak
"We basically created a coalition of the willing," says Duco director David Higgins.
Harry Styles attacked onstage in shock footage
This is the second time this year the star has been hit in the face while performing.
Concert review: Die tote Stadt at the Auckland Town Hall
Excellence assured for one of the highlight's of the musical year.
New lyrics and everything that's changed on Taylor Swift's latest album
Opinion: All the ways listeners can and should think about the release.
Got Taylor Swift tickets? Qantas adds flights across Tasman
Australian airline says demand for seats is up by 1500 per cent.
'IHO': Geneva AM - Waiata Anthems
Geneva Alexander-Marsters (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairoa) taps into the wisdom of te ao Māori during her pregnancy. Through her waiata 'IHO', Geneva emboldens fellow Māori mothers to embrace tikanga in childbirth without fear. To check out Geneva AM's and other amazing artists documentaries head to waiataanthems.co.nz.
No bad blood: Taylor reportedly reunites with famous ex
Swift's 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' should be taken with a pinch of salt.