New Zealand'Significant win': New Homegrown host city confident in pulling it offHomegrown is returning to its roots and being welcomed with open arms.08 May 06:00 PM
Entertainment'Ready and excited': New location for Homegrown festival revealedHomegrown is returning to its roots, dubbed an 'unbeatable location' by the local mayor.05 May 07:45 PM
EntertainmentOzzy Osbourne feared his health issues would never endNow his upcoming farewell concert has given him 'a reason to get up in the morning'.02 May 04:02 AM
Entertainment'Something for everyone': NZ Music Month celebrates 25 yearsFrom punk rock to choral experiences, here are the events to check out this month.01 May 05:50 AM
EntertainmentAnthems and 'deeper cuts': Sir Dave Dobbyn to make historic one-off Auckland showKiwi rocker says it's 'business as usual' for the show, despite his Parkinson's disease.30 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldBeyoncé's daughters steal the spotlight during Cowboy Carter TourBeyoncé's daughters, Blue Ivy and Rumi, joined her on stage in Los Angeles.30 Apr 02:01 AM
EntertainmentRock legends join Full Metal Orchestra line-up at Spark ArenaAC/DC's Phil Rudd and Shihad's Jon Toogood are among those joining the symphonic concert. 25 Apr 07:00 PM
LifestyleFrom pop stars to Bluey on tour: What's on in Auckland this weekendEveryone's favourite Australian cartoon dog is coming to town.25 Apr 12:00 AM
EntertainmentReview: Hits for Africa as Toto and Christopher Cross begin NZ tourYacht-rockers Toto deliver the hits in Auckland, before Wellington and Christchurch shows.24 Apr 03:10 AM
WorldNightclub roof collapse in Dominican Republic claims nearly 100 livesLocal media said there were between 500 to 1000 people in the club when disaster struck.09 Apr 07:44 AM
ReviewsJenni MortimerWatch: Dua Lipa shocks Auckland fans with Neil Finn duetReview: The pop star performed one of her 'favourite songs' with a true Kiwi icon.04 Apr 06:24 PM
LifestyleHow to make the most of an extra hour in Auckland this weekendCheck out our top picks for places to go and people to see.04 Apr 06:00 PM
Reviews Review: Sex Pistols prove punk is not deadREVIEW: Punk is not dead. It's still there, just constantly changing.02 Apr 11:53 PM
EntertainmentDua Lipa in NZ: Inside star’s whirlwind trip to ‘the edge of the world’The Grammy winning singer is joined by her parents and brother.01 Apr 11:00 PM
Entertainment‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roastedThe comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.01 Apr 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'A fire in my belly': He grew up poor and met dad at 30 - the wild genius behind SynthonyMore than 40,000 fans will pack Auckland Domain on Saturday; here's the man behind it all.28 Mar 05:56 PM
EntertainmentHow Synthony became New Zealand’s biggest one-day festivalThe concert started out with an orchestra playing dance bangers. How did it become so big?26 Mar 11:13 PM
EntertainmentHot Wheels Monster Trucks Live announces first ever NZ tourEden Park, Forsyth Barr Stadium and Sky Stadium will host the gravity-defying stunt show.26 Mar 08:53 PM
EntertainmentCan’t get enough of us: Teddy Swims returning to NZ for arena tourThe singer's NZ love affair started in 2022 with a Powerstation gig.17 Mar 07:00 PM
EntertainmentNeil Finn is quietly turning a ridiculous idea into a musical colossusFinn’s Infinity Sessions are beaming extraordinary collisions to the world two decades in.14 Mar 03:00 AM
ReviewsEmma GleasonIrish agitators Fontaines D.C. take on the modern world: ‘Music for nihilists who crave hope’Review: Emma Gleason speaks to Carlos O'Connell and sees the post-punk stars in action.13 Mar 03:20 AM
Entertainment‘Phenomenal demand’: Buzz for TikTok star’s debut NZ gig prompts venue upgradeThe viral sensation will now play at a historic Auckland venue.13 Mar 01:15 AM
EntertainmentBasement Jaxx on returning to NZ for Synthony and why Kiwis ‘speak the same musical language’The electronica legends are performing at the country’s biggest one-day music festival.10 Mar 04:30 PM
EntertainmentTwo arrested in $1.1m Taylor Swift ticket hacking schemePair charged with theft and resale of tickets to Taylor Swift's Eras Tour shows.06 Mar 09:58 PM
Entertainment‘Something truly magical’: Mana Moana concert returns to Spark ArenaThis year’s rendition will be 'even bigger and better' than before.03 Mar 06:00 PM
EntertainmentThe ultimate guide to NZ’s top gigs and festivals this autumnSummer may be leaving us behind, but New Zealand's music scene is still heating up.02 Mar 08:45 PM
ReviewsMitchell HagemanGroove Armada and friends bring London clubbing to Auckland’s DomainReview: Auckland was treated to the ultimate intergenerational, disco-infused house rave.01 Mar 10:51 PM
New ZealandLive at the St James: Auckland Council approves funding for iconic venueDowntown Auckland's St James Theatre has finally been given a new lease of life. 27 Feb 06:03 AM
EntertainmentNot Like Us? Canadian rap star Drake postpones NZ showsDoubts were previously raised when Ticketmaster stopped selling NZ show tickets.26 Feb 04:15 AM
EntertainmentDrake’s Kiwi concerts in doubt after ticket sales cease onlineIt comes as the rapper is scheduled to have a week's break from his Australia tour.25 Feb 11:20 PM
Entertainment‘Anyone else feel scammed?’: Juicy Fest refund delays spark frustrationPeople are also still waiting for news on the fate of the Timeless Summer Tour.20 Feb 07:03 PM
EntertainmentRapper Nelly’s NZ gig cannedThe 'Ride Wit Me' hitmaker was set to perform at Spark Arena in March.17 Feb 01:43 AM
OpinionEmma GleasonAmyl and the Sniffers review: It’s their first NZ tour, it’s sold out, and it rockedHigh-octane Aussie punks' delivered a sexy, sweaty show with no room for 'dumb c***s'.16 Feb 12:59 AM
New ZealandEmily Alice lands Six60 opening gig in DunedinGisborne man's band to raise curtain for iconic Kiwi band12 Feb 09:34 PM
