EntertainmentKiwi musicians Vera Ellen and Georgia Gets By boycott US festival SXSWArtists cancel their appearances in protest at the event’s defence industry sponsors.14 Mar 05:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSex Bombs and Sugar: What will Sir Tom Jones and Gin Wigmore get up to in Hawke's Bay?Promoter reckons Sir Tom Jones is ready to wine and dine in the region.12 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland Fritter Festival Slice of Heaven with Kiwi favouritesAbout 4000 people took part in the event at Semenoff Stadium on Saturday.10 Mar 12:28 AM
WorldAutumn heatwave hits southeast Australia, events cancelledExtreme and severe heatwave conditions are hitting Melbourne in autumn.09 Mar 08:41 PM
New ZealandPink fans book out city; $1000 a night for Airbnb propertiesFans line up for American singer's gig.04 Mar 01:42 AM
EntertainmentSix60's emotional farewell in front of 35,000 concertgoersChristchurch’s biggest party returns for its ninth year.24 Feb 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'He chose to drink': The tragic demise of former Exponents guitaristEx-The Exponents guitarist David Barraclough died only four weeks after cancer diagnosis.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandBehind the scenes at NZ’s biggest one day music festival'We just love being able to put on a great party', Electric Avenue organiser says.22 Feb 07:04 AM
New ZealandWomad 2024: Meet Vanuatu's treehouse troubadourWomad artist Tio says he'll take audiences on a cultural and spiritual journey.18 Feb 07:52 PM
TravelTaylor Swift: Climate Anti-hero?Travel booms as fans book trips to shows that could have been held in their home country.16 Feb 06:30 PM
EntertainmentPopular Hawke's Bay music fest collapses, leaving musicians and crew empty-handedThe company behind Nest Fest collapsed, leaving musicians and crews out of pocket.12 Feb 07:04 AM
EntertainmentJimmy Barnes' huge announcement two months after open heart surgeryThe rock star had some positive news to share for his fans, particularly in Australia.11 Feb 09:06 PM
ReviewsLillie Rohan'Amazing': Synthony's unbelievable end-of-show act leaves crowd in aweWhen the 60-person orchestra started to wind down, something unforeseeable happened.10 Feb 08:02 PM
EntertainmentA year ago Auckland Domain was under water. Today it will groove to its biggest concert everA mini city has sprouted in the Domain as final tickets are on sale.10 Feb 12:04 AM
EntertainmentHow to get to Synthony in the DomainIf you're heading along to the Auckland festival, here are all the details.08 Feb 08:04 PM
ReviewsMegan WattsUK rapper's massive Kiwi faux pas at LanewayLaneway brought the sun this year - along with a setlist that was unmatched.06 Feb 07:57 PM
EntertainmentEverything you need to know ahead for Laneway todayHeading along to Auckland's longest-running festival? Here's how to get there for free.05 Feb 07:06 PM
New ZealandThunderbolts and lightning prompt a fitting end to Waikato's Summer Concert SeriesSizzling music on a soggy weekend makes for a steamy Summer Concert Series.28 Jan 09:10 PM
New ZealandOne Love 2024: Wet weather hasn't dampened 'perfect vibes'“We’re all here for the same reason. It’s all about the music and everyone was excited."28 Jan 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleUnknown Mortal Orchestra’s Ruban Nielson on why he’s not a rock starHe's frontman for one of New Zealand's biggest musical acts, but he's much more than that.26 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandOne Love 2024: 15k concertgoers to attend from over 20 countriesPlus all you need to know about road closures and noise control25 Jan 08:00 PM
Entertainment'Reaching my capacity': Tiki Taane's career confessionThe singer has been in the game for more than 30 years and it hasn't always been easy.25 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeens faint, 'beg driver' to pull over after air-con fails on bus home from festivalThe bus had to pull over mid-journey amid concerns it wasn’t safe to continue.21 Jan 07:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandQ&A: Lee Mvtthews’s Tom LeeDrm and bass duo Lee Mvtthews perform at 3 Days Deep this Sunday.19 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig Day Out: Lifting the lid on 90s sex, drugs and rock and roll in AucklandTen years on from Big Day Out's NZ farewell, tour secrets have been revealed.13 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHow top Auckland festival became must-do for rising starsLaneway has hosted stars months before mainstream success.11 Jan 05:12 PM
New Zealand'Happy and vibing': Thousands turn up for Juicy FestOne festivalgoer said the artists playing reminded her of her 'high school years'.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandIn pictures: Nest Fest and Hawkes Bay Cup Regatta enjoy success over weekendNest Fest and the Hawke's Bay Rowing regatta dominated the weekend.07 Jan 01:40 AM
New ZealandAuckland Juicy Fest: Police assaulted, 12 arrests after ‘several disorder events’It comes after claims Mongrel Mob spoiled Wellington event.06 Jan 10:22 PM
New Zealand'Mongrel Mob Fest, not Juicy Fest': Gang violence spoils music festival, dad saysYoung dad copped can of beer to the back of the head and witnessed numerous fights.06 Jan 05:09 PM
New ZealandNest Fest Hawke’s Bay: Behind the scenes of the popular festivalA look at Nest Fest from behind the stage.04 Jan 09:40 PM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about Juicy Fest - and what Keri Hilson says about NZThe hip hop and R&B festival will come to Tauranga on Sunday.04 Jan 04:02 PM
New Zealand'Electric' scenes as Bay Dreams festival debuts new venueThe crowd of about 8500 was 'pretty well-behaved', the festival organiser says.04 Jan 04:38 AM
KahuResidents fume after Rhythm and Vines festivalgoers leave kilometre of rubbishAnger as waste problem from festival allegedly extended to other areas.03 Jan 05:00 PM
