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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.

Basement Jaxx on returning to NZ for Synthony and why Kiwis ‘speak the same musical language’
The electronica legends are performing at the country’s biggest one-day music festival.

Logging in and cashing out: Why are pop stars turning to Only Fans?
The 'DIY porn' platform generates billions, some are using it to boost their income.

Casual Healing performs Aroha
Casual Healing performs Aroha. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Locals Only

Casual Healing performs Headstrong
Casual Healing performs Headstrong. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Locals Only

Beatles ‘64 | Official Trailer
Produced by Martin Scorsese and offering an insight into Beatlemania, David Tedeschi's new documentary is streaming on Disney+ from November 29. Video / Disney+

Man woken from coma by Coldplay music joins band on stage in Auckland
A man who was in a coma claims he was woken by listening to Coldplay music. Whilst attending Auckland's show he was brought on stage.

Lorde celebrates 28th birthday with cake and cigarettes
The Kiwi superstar revealed pictures from the party on Instagram.

Beyonce urges mother not to spill ‘too much tea’ in memoir
New book promises to reveal intimate side of ‘one brilliant woman’s story’.

Singer Frankie Valli, 90, just can’t quit - even if he's not singing live
The 90-year-old pop legend defends his live performances and his love of being onstage.

‘He drugged me for years’: John Farnham's bombshell claims in new memoir
The singer makes several disturbing allegations about his late former manager.

Jason Momoa and band ÖOF TATATÁ talk their love of New Zealand with Jono, Ben & Megan
Actor Jason Momoa and his ÖOF TATATÁ bandmates Kenny Dale and Mike Hayes are set to tour New Zealand. Ahead of their first show, they joined Jono, Ben, and Megan in The Hits studio

Liam Payne death turns spotlight back on gossip culture, fan relationships
The death of the pop star sparks difficult conversations about celebrity culture.

Sir Cliff Richard announces NZ tour
The pop star will be 85 by the time the shows roll around.