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Lorde's new see-through CDs 'won't play' music, fans claim

'Whoever decided to design this is an idiot,' one woman said after purchasing it.

Jury reaches partial verdict in Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial

The jury have been unable to agree on the most serious charge - racketeering.

Country superstar Jason Aldean to perform in NZ for first time

The country chart-topper will perform for one night only at Spark Arena.

Police investigate Bob Vylan's Glastonbury set over hate speech

The Irish band Kneecap’s performance at the festival is also being examined by police.

'Lorde's not here to look good': Beauty mag slammed for unpacking star's 'tired-girl aesthetic'

The mag said she has appeared sunburned, frizzy-haired and 'even a little sweaty'.

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.

Lorde’s new album comes out today, here’s everything we know about Virgin

She has teased its release for weeks.

How Tom Sandoval's reality TV journey is reshaping his public image

Reality veteran appears on 'AGT', hoping to prove himself as a musician.

Missing: A $340,000 violin with a tiny heart-shaped hole

New York Times: It was made in 1740 in Florence and has a small hole in its scroll.

Arts festival to return, with a circus spectacle

The Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival returns in October after last year's cancellation.

Diddy trial nears end as both sides rest cases, closing arguments next

The final phases of the high-profile proceedings have been ushered in.

'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.'