New ZealandHawke's Bay dance crew tame 45C heat to stand on dais at international competition'Our dancers pushed through, we saw several dancers from other countries fainting.'24 Jul 01:03 AM
EntertainmentCombs' former staffer tells court texts from star left her 'terrified'President Donald Trump said he'd consider pardoning hip-hop star but hasn't been asked.30 May 11:42 PM
EntertainmentLegendary 90s hip-hop group to reunite for one-off NZ concertVeteran rappers Bone Thugs-N-Harmony are poised to take over Spark Arena later this year.26 May 09:32 PM
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EntertainmentWatch: 'You've crossed him to the other side' – Kiwi rapper shares moment he sang for dying fan18 May 05:22 AM
CrimeFormer police officer and wife arrested after attack at Boyz II Men concert at Spark Arena18 May 05:00 AM
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EntertainmentKendrick Lamar pops out with surprise new albumRap superstar surprises fans with unannounced release of 12-track album.22 Nov 11:48 PM
Entertainment10 unforgettable tracks from Quincy Jones’ 70-year careerHis discography spanned jazz, pop and rock – and collaborations with countless stars.05 Nov 04:58 PM
EntertainmentNe-Yo Auckland concert a spectacle of slick moves – and a tone-deaf comment'I was sexually assaulted and I liked it', the hitmaker said.05 Oct 09:56 PM
EntertainmentDenzel Washington reportedly 'screamed' at Diddy Combs at one of rapper’s parties'They had seen something and stormed out.'03 Oct 05:00 PM
Entertainment'It’s vital': David Dallas on how to save NZ's live music scene'No one’s too big to do stuff like this if the story is right.'28 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandHip-hop group The 046 to perform in BoPThe group has amassed tens of millions of streams and viral music videos.15 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandHip Hop royalty hits Palmy for festivalHip hop royalty heads to Palmerston North this weekend.03 Sep 08:58 PM
EntertainmentRapper Fatman Scoop, 53, dies after collapsing on stageThe singer, born Issac Freeman III, fell while performing in Connecticut.31 Aug 06:35 PM
New Zealand'Little old Whangārei' dancers to battle it out at World Hip-hop ChampsIt's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many of the 27 talented dancers.02 Aug 05:46 AM
New ZealandHip-hop legends The Roots heading to TaurangaSummer Haze music festival prepares to welcome one of the 'greatest live bands around'.25 Jul 02:52 AM
New ZealandMore international artists added to Juicy Fest billFour shows across New Zealand in January 2025.12 Jun 09:37 PM
EntertainmentWu-Tang on show: Where you can go to finally hear world’s rarest albumThere’s one copy of the clandestine recording, and it can finally be heard... in Tasmania.28 May 03:31 AM
Entertainment'Pathetic': Cassie's legal team slams Diddy's apology after assault caught on videoThe star earlier suggested those who accused him of abuse were just looking for a payday.20 May 04:30 AM
EntertainmentRise and fall of Sean 'Diddy' Combs – once untouchable rap mogulThe star reigned supreme over the world of hip-hop. Now, he's facing serious allegations.28 Mar 05:00 AM
EntertainmentTwo men convicted of killing Run-DMC star, nearly 22 years after his deathThe brazen 2002 shooting left investigators at a loss for nearly two decades.27 Feb 10:21 PM
Entertainment'Copyright infringement': Kanye West slammed by music legendDonna Summer's estate doesn't feel the love for the controversial rapper.11 Feb 06:10 PM
EntertainmentRap legends set to co-headline 2024 New Zealand tourThree rap heavyweights will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their most-loved albums.06 Feb 10:44 PM
EntertainmentTrial in Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay’s 2002 killing starting, testing his anti-drug imageThe killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay has stood as one of hip-hop's most elusive crimes.28 Jan 07:00 AM
TravelDupe Dogg: Flight attendant catfished by lookalike after embarrassing mistakeThe attendant found viral fame after mistaking her passenger for the US rapper.18 Jan 08:30 PM
TalanoaSouth Auckland hairstylist's ultimate call-up to braid hip hop royaltyCatheryne Matiasi is still on a high after her latest celebrity client, rapper Bizzy Bone.15 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandHip-hoppers break out their talentsShowcase a celebration of dancers' hard work.10 Dec 10:36 PM
