Latest fromSummer Music

Amanda Palmer and Julia Deans perform Little Island
Amanda Palmer enlists the help of iconic New Zealand musician Julia Deans on her latest track "Little Island" from the new EP "New Zealand Survival Songs," ahead of her upcoming tour. Video / NZHerald

Amanda Palmer on surviving lockdown in NZ and her upcoming tour
Amanda Palmer of US band The Dresden Dolls discusses spending lockdown in NZ, relationships exploding and her new album New Zealand Survival Songs ahead of her upcoming tour. Video / Newstalk ZB / Corey Fleming

Ultimate summer gig guide: Sir Dave Dobbyn, Kaylee Bell and all the festivals in between
So, you're a music lover who wants to make the most of your summer. We've got you.

Sublime with Rome postpone NZ tour
The band announced it is with a 'heavy heart' they have to postpone their show. Video / Rock The Bowl

Taylor's Version | NZ Herald Explained
NZ Herald Visual Journalist Alyse Wright breaks down all there is to know about Taylor Swift's series of re-recorded albums, 'Taylor's Version'. Directed, written and edited by Alyse Wright Camera Operators: Ben Dickens and Jason Dorday

Stan Walker releases Christmas song for Kiwis in need
Stan Walker releases Aotearoa Christmas song with Kindness Collective calling on Kiwis to help families in need. Video / Supplied

Kora back with funky single Dancing in the Rain
Kora frontman Francis Kora says the new single is a reflection of weather events that hit the country last summer. Video / Te Ao Māori

Dine in style: The best fine-dining restaurants around NZ
These top-notch eateries are worth making a trip for.

A letter to my 25-year-old self: By Ganesh Raj
Music was the food of love for MTV host turned telly cook.

See NZ's most popular islands in a brand new way
Get that 'overseas' feeling without the hassle at these spectacular islands.

Summer Tips: How to nail the perfect day walk
Planning a day walk? Here's what you should consider.

Happy Families: How to have a great intergenerational trip
Dreading an extended family holiday? Here's how to turn it into a win-win.

NZ's Hottest DoC Campsites of 2021
Booked the summer campsite yet? You better get in quick if you want one of NZ's top spots.

Local Focus: Sound Valley set to blast off
The down-low on Sound Valley. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Neil Finn talks to Mike Hosking about Crowded House's upcoming NZ tour
Crowded House frontman Neil Finn talks to Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking about the band hitting the road for a New Zealand tour in March. Audio / Newstalk ZB

'Great for NZ fans': International artists face isolation for chance to perform
Overseas artists desperate to get back to what they love are headed to NZ for summer.

Last party of the decade: NZ's holiday hotspots this New Year's Eve
Thousands of people have flocked to holiday hotspots across New Zealand.

Get ready for Laneway
Hot day might make Florence & the Machine singer rethink earlier "all black" requests.

0800-LANEWAY: Festival's helpline supports a 'culture of respect'
Anyone who feels unsafe during the event should call the hotline - 0800-LANEWAY.