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Lorde, life and the empowering legacy of Kiwi producer Joel Little
'I wouldn't be where I am if there hadn't been certain people along the way.'

Tami Neilson joins Tauranga Arts Festival lineup with new tour
Her new album, Neon Cowgirl, is set for release in July.

Man of the Year, duct tape and denim – Lorde teases favourite song from new album
The Kiwi singer described the track as 'the song I’m proudest of on Virgin'.

Lorde announces new world tour - but snubs NZ
The tour kicks off on September 17 in Austin, Texas.

'I was in hell for a very long time': Chappell Roan recalls early struggles before she found fame
Television talent shows took no interest in her when she auditioned as a teenager.

'Proud and scared': Lorde's new album, Virgin, has a release date and IUD cover art
Lorde described the album as 'raw, primal, innocent, elegant, openhearted'.

Beyoncé's daughters steal the spotlight during Cowboy Carter Tour
Beyoncé's daughters, Blue Ivy and Rumi, joined her on stage in Los Angeles.

'So lucky to call her yours': Gracie Abrams praises Lorde at Spark Arena show
The US singer covered Liability, plus revealed the Kiwi prank she fell for.

Watch: Lorde's new NYC-filmed video drops after cryptic teasers, surprise shows
What Was That is her first solo release since 2021's Solar Power.

Lorde announces first new single in four years, sparking album buzz
A TikTok clip teasing the song has already garnered over 32 million views.

Watch: Lorde and Charli XCX stun Coachella in surprise performance
'Lorde summer 2025!'

Dua Lipa and Neil Finn shock Spark Arena with duet
The pair performed the Crowded House hit, Don’t Dream It’s Over. Video / Supplied

Synthony in the Domain: seeing off summer in style
Thousands packed in to Auckland Domain last night to experience a night of music and dancing. Video / NZ Herald

Britain’s longest-running pop group announce final concert after 70 years
The band has sold over 50 million records with hits like 'Needles and Pins'.

Sia’s secret baby – and his fantastic name – revealed as she files for divorce
The Chandelier singer is splitting from her husband and court docs contain a bombshell.

Can’t get enough of us: Teddy Swims returning to NZ for arena tour
The singer's NZ love affair started in 2022 with a Powerstation gig.

Justin Bieber shares emotional Instagram post amid wellbeing concerns
'I personally have always felt unworthy'.

Irish agitators Fontaines D.C. take on the modern world: ‘Music for nihilists who crave hope’
Review: Emma Gleason speaks to Carlos O'Connell and sees the post-punk stars in action.

Fontaines D.C guitarist Carlos O’Connell talks music, Ireland and inspirations
Fontaines D.C guitarist Carlos O’Connell sat down with Emma Gleason before their incendiary show at Spark Arena. Video / Ben Dickens

Mayhem: Lady Gaga used to be larger than life - then life got bigger
New album 'Mayhem' channels her absurd glory years. It hits differently in absurd times.

Opinion: From Charli XCX to Sabrina Carpenter, today’s pop stars have nothing to say
Opinions, attitude and punchy politics once went hand in hand with good music.