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UK comedian Bill Bailey's new tour heads to NZ

He'll perform in 13 centres, including Rotorua on November 21.

Rita Ora shares new details of how she proposed to Taika Waititi, after an A-List introduction

The singer also talked about her relationship with Taika's children and ex-wife.

'Always a dream': Kiwi country music star Kaylee Bell announces biggest NZ headline shows to date

Bell was 'back on the stage about six weeks' after giving birth to her young son James.

Tech CEO pays $660,000 to conduct orchestra

New York Times: Some musicians argued the podium shouldn't be turned over to amateurs.

William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Beethoven 5 captivates audiences

REVIEW: The concert was so popular, it was scheduled for two consecutive nights.

BBC under fire for airing anti-IDF chants at Glastonbury

Police are reviewing footage of Bob Vylan's Glastonbury comments.

Bruce Springsteen reveals his paths not taken

NYT: Springsteen unveils a huge, almost entirely unknown trove of songs from his past.

Lorde's surprise Glastonbury set marks album launch and new era

OPINION: Like every promo move Lorde's made with the new album, she detonated.

Building worlds through music

Arli Liberman is an Auckland-based composer who, among other things, scores sporting events. Video \ Jason Dorday

'Painful': AC/DC urged to retire after concert footage goes viral

Many Australian fans are now rethinking whether to purchase tickets to upcoming shows.

Katy Perry admits illness amid Australian tour, sparking fan concerns

Fans expressed concern about potential cancellations after her illness.

William Dart review: Mozart and Bach shine at Bach Musica NZ's Auckland concert

REVIEW: Musicians bring tenderness, thought and thunder to masters' dazzling works.

'Got up my nose': Florist told to stop playing tunes on phone while she works

'I pay the rent on this shop, I pay rates on this shop, and I can’t even play music.'

'It will be the end of his career': Auckland musician who abused ex fights for anonymity

Some music industry members filed affidavits in support of the man.

Lorde releases new single ahead of Virgin album

Hammer the last song the Kiwi singer will release before her album comes out next week.

'Honour to perform': MOHI on Matariki music milestone

MOHI wrote his latest album in three weeks, reflecting on his Māori upbringing.

TikTok made Addison Rae famous. Pop made her cool

NY Times: The onetime social media superstar re-emerged as rookie pop star of the year.

Watch: Behind the scenes at this year's Smokefreerockquest and Showquest

See performances from talented up-and-coming musicians around the country.