EntertainmentSting cancels Napier show in wake of Cyclone GabrielleThe singer will make a donation to the Hawke’s Bay Foundation’s Cyclone Relief Fund.19 Feb 11:51 PM
TravelRecord numbers set to attend Dunedin's best one-day music festivalDunedin's having a party and you're invited.19 Feb 12:27 AM
EntertainmentStone Temple Pilots: ‘Hopefully we bring the sunshine’We catch up with the grunge icons ahead of their shows in Taupō and Queenstown.01 Feb 11:48 PM
EntertainmentMore concerts, festivals cancelled due to floodingHere are the event cancellations and postponements you need to know about this week.31 Jan 02:15 AM
New Zealand'They're just kids': Furious parents slate Soundsplash organisers over queuesA 17-year-old says she felt faint and nauseous after waiting in the sun for seven hours22 Jan 06:13 AM
New ZealandPictures: L.A.B. concert and Bridge Pa Wine Festival draw big crowdsWine and music proved to be winners for two major events in Hawke's Bay.22 Jan 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNo drugs, no alcohol: 5000 Christians (and Steve Braunias) prepare for music festivalSteve Braunias meets those planning a Christian music festival at Karapiro.20 Jan 05:41 PM
New ZealandRaglan Soundsplash festival ‘a shambles’: Thousands queue for hours without waterFestivalgoers have described long waits to get into the Waikato gig.20 Jan 03:55 AM
KahuJuicy Fest attendees surprise performers with traditional Haka send-offSome attendees dubbed the night the best of their lives.12 Jan 02:45 AM
OpinionMaddisyn JeffaresJuicy Fest review: How did Park Island handle the heat of Nelly and his hip hop company?Juicy Fest 2023 kicked off its R&B and hip-hop tour in Napier, and here is how it went.05 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandRhythm and Vines tragedy: Police seek witnesses, say driver of vehicle ‘extremely distressed’Pedestrians Jardon Thomas Te Hau, 31, and brother-in-law killed near Rhythym and Vines.03 Jan 04:01 AM
New Zealand‘Heartbreaking’: The dad-of-four and teen brother-in-law hit and killed by car while walking to R&V festivalJardon Te Hau is being remembered as a colourful character with a big heart.02 Jan 04:59 PM
EntertainmentRhythm and Alps taught us why security matters mostWanaka was impressed well before the fireworks display signalled midnight.31 Dec 11:43 PM
Entertainment‘We didn’t agree to that’: Artists caught off guard by convicted rapper’s R&V inclusionDizzee Rascal was given a 12-month restraining order for assaulting his ex-partner.29 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandWatch: Captivated at Summer HummerFour Wairarapa College students warmed up the crowd at Masterton's biggest music festival.06 Dec 01:52 AM
EntertainmentWomen's Refuge calls for R&V to drop rapper Dizzee RascalAdvocacy group says festival's decision is 'part of the problem we've got in NZ'.02 Dec 03:17 AM
EntertainmentUltimate summer gig guide: Lorde, Elton and all the festivals in betweenSo, you're a music lover who wants to make the most of your summer? We've got you.02 Dec 01:18 AM
New ZealandJackson Owens releases new summer festival anthemMāori R&B artist kicks off summer with festival anthem 'If You Let Me Go'.30 Nov 07:00 PM
EntertainmentR&V apologise for co-founder's 'inappropriate' statement'We regret any distress these words may have caused.'25 Nov 05:25 AM
EntertainmentSlice of Heaven: Sir Dave Dobbyn announced for R&VSir "Raving" Dave Dobbyn is giving you the best NYE possible.22 Nov 04:30 AM
Entertainment‘Thought it was over’: Macklemore reveals Covid career scareReview: The US rapper got candid with the Friday Jams crowd on Sunday night.13 Nov 08:29 PM
New ZealandDrug-checking clinics to be set up for summer festivalsEvents can now license drug-checking clinics on location at concerts or festivals.30 Oct 08:40 PM
EntertainmentWatch: Get Jacinda to Friday Jams - Fatman Scoop puts call out to PMCould New Zealand get the chance to see their PM hit the DJ decks?27 Oct 09:30 PM
EntertainmentWatch: Fatman Scoop puts the call out to Jacinda ArdernAmerican rapper Fatman Scoop has a message for PM Jacinda Ardern ahead of Friday Jams 2022. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Oct 01:15 PM
EntertainmentWhat to expect from Splore 2023The summer staple festival is returning next year.25 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentSting to play Mission Concert in Napier in MarchRoll over, Robbie: Another world-famous artist been named for next year's concert.13 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentLorde to headline Electric Avenue 2023 in ChristchurchThe Grammy winner among artists to perform at NZ's biggest music festival next year.29 Sep 07:00 PM
EntertainmentMusic festival Laneway returns with an epic lineupThe beloved summer festival is back after a three year hiatus.20 Sep 10:44 PM
TravelBurned out: Sand storms, long waits hamper Burning Man exodusA Mad Max-style exodus faced those leaving Black Rock desert.07 Sep 03:45 AM
EntertainmentSynthony announces 2023 'extravaganza' at Auckland DomainAuckland dance fans are in for a treat with the first-ever Synthony in the Domain.30 Aug 08:11 PM
Travel'Touring right now is a nightmare': Kiwi artist reveals travel woesThe NZ-based artist had two guitars lost and a third damaged by airlines.29 Aug 12:30 AM
TravelMusic, mountains and skiing in togs at Queenstown's latest festivalSnow Machine is heading to the city early next month28 Aug 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentSizzling musical billing for summer gigs in Hawke's BayHawke's Bay will have a busy summer ahead as postponed live gigs are resurrected.21 Aug 01:45 AM
EntertainmentRhythm and Vines' line-up for 20-year anniversary festivalPunters can expect big things from the iconic New Year's festival.17 Aug 10:34 PM
