EntertainmentBTS return seen as turning point for K-PopAlbum sales across South Korea’s top 400 plunged 20% without BTS on tour.18 Nov 11:31 PM
Auckland'Arrive early': Traffic chaos looms as Akl readies for Metallica’s stadium takeoverHotels across Auckland are at 100% capacity ahead of tomorrow evening's concert. 18 Nov 06:00 AM
Entertainment$4000 for Metallica's Snake Pit: VIP concert tickets are actually worth itExclusive tickets force us to ask the question: how much would you pay to meet your hero? 18 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandWhat to know before Metallica’s Eden Park show: Road closures, transport and entry detailsRoad closures near Eden Park start from 4pm and will last until midnight. Video / Eden ParkWatch18 Nov 02:05 AM
EntertainmentOprah’s Auckland show downgraded to smaller venuePromoters say the smaller venue offers 'a more immersive, conversational environment'.17 Nov 11:31 PM
Entertainment'Bold and high-energy': Top Kiwi acts added to Synthony's biggest show yetSynthony drew over 40,000 fans to the Domain in March for an orchestral dance show. 17 Nov 10:00 PM
Entertainment'Have a drink on us': Oz punk band put $40k on bar tabs for fans after cancelled gigFans broke through barriers, before the free Melbourne gig was called off for safety.16 Nov 11:26 PM
EntertainmentDeftones announce one-off NZ show, a decade after their last performance hereThe metal band will play Spark Arena, with support from Interpol and Ecca Vandal.16 Nov 11:14 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Daniel Müller-Schott captivates in Schumann concerto with Auckland PhilharmoniaGerman cellist Daniel Muller-Schott led Schumann's concerto with rare grace.16 Nov 04:00 PM
ReviewsVarsha Anjali'I love you': Lenny Kravitz dedicates first NZ concert to Kiwi lawyer'I'm Lenny Kravitz and I'm never leaving New Zealand.'15 Nov 10:58 PM
LifestyleScott Kelly’s resume goes viral after Jonas Brothers concert surpriseOld Navy, Clorox and even Nick Jonas joined in joking support for Kelly.13 Nov 10:23 PM
EntertainmentDiljit Dosanjh performs at Spark ArenaDiljit Dosanjh performs at Auckland's Spark Arena. Video / Mitchell HagemanWatch13 Nov 07:41 PM
EntertainmentJonas Brothers on brotherly bond: ‘A healthy amount of bullying’Nick, Joe and Kevin say their teasing never crosses the family ‘chaos’ line.12 Nov 07:00 AM
EntertainmentLiam Gallagher says Oasis reunion has ‘saved his life’The 53-year-old says quitting drinking and smoking has protected his voice.12 Nov 05:51 AM
BusinessAuckland hotels expecting a boost with two upcoming major eventsHotel rooms could hit full capacity as Auckland hosts Metallica and a global summit.11 Nov 09:43 PM
Entertainment‘He’s got his own vision’: Jon Bon Jovi proud of son’s independent music pathJon Bon Jovi says son Romeo’s band Lawn keeps him completely out of it.10 Nov 07:11 AM
Entertainment'Love from a very sick girl': Lorde forced to cancel Luxembourg concertSome fans had queued for 15 hours before learning the show would not go ahead.09 Nov 07:10 PM
AucklandJelly Roll cancels long-awaited Auckland showThe concert was set to be his first-ever show in New Zealand.08 Nov 05:24 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIconic venue to be upgraded during rare long gap between concertsEvents director Garry Craft said he 'wouldn’t put any money' on a concert this summer.07 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandCurtain up: Waikato Regional Theatre nears openingThe first shows, including the opening night, have been announced.06 Nov 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGovt to propose more concerts at Eden Park after review warns Auckland risks missing out on $432mA review has recommended increasing the limit on concerts at stadium.04 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJarvis Cocker’s Pulp to play Auckland concert next FebruaryThe Britpop legends will perform at Spark Arena in February.03 Nov 12:46 AM
EntertainmentImmigration NZ apologises after top DJ denied boarding in ChileThe Argentine DJ was denied boarding in Santiago for his Auckland show.30 Oct 04:37 AM
EntertainmentGame on: Cyril to spin DJ set at Fox’s celebrity golf eventRyan Fox’s charity event returns to Royal Auckland and Grange on December 12.28 Oct 06:00 PM
EntertainmentAustralian pop rock band announce Auckland show5 Seconds of Summer's sixth album, 'Everyone's a Star!', is out on November 14 this year.23 Oct 08:49 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's massive long weekend: Six60 tickets almost gone, A&P show expects 15,000It's one of Hawke's Bay's biggest events weekends of the year, and the buzz has arrived.20 Oct 11:01 PM
New ZealandSix60 launch new summer festival in MatakanaThe line-up features artists including Yelawolf, Tash Sultana and Tami Neilson.20 Oct 07:00 PM
EntertainmentFat Freddy's Drop plan NZ shows, global return dedicated to Mu's legacyThe tour honours late founder Chris 'Mu' Faiumu, who died in July, aged 57.19 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I'm flabbergasted I'm still here': Acclaimed Kiwi music star opens up on heroin, near-fatal waterfall plunge'I was a silly daredevil... [fascinated] with doing stuff that was super dangerous.'19 Oct 08:19 AM
EntertainmentHow Auckland’s oldest park is reclaiming its place as the city’s top venueThe Domain will host four major events over two months early next year.16 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentMusic legend swaps rock n roll lifestyle for school runs and symphonyJon Toogood speaks to Mike Thorpe on life beyond Shihad.15 Oct 06:00 PM
EntertainmentCounting Crows announce Auckland concert for 2026The show will mark three years since the Grammy-nominated rockers last played here. 14 Oct 10:51 PM
New ZealandBack to the hits: Th’ Dudes, Mockers and Stellar* ready to rock Havelock NorthThe January 16 gig brings classic Kiwi hits spanning three decades.13 Oct 10:56 PM
BusinessFailed music festivals owe $14m: Inside liquidators' battle with artists to claw back moneyThere is a bleak outlook for ticket holders of two cancelled music festivals.07 Oct 02:00 AM
