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'Too unfair': Julian McMahon’s cause of death confirmed
The Australian actor of Nip/Tuck and Charmed fame died last week, aged 56.
Return of our Lorde: Singer announces two Kiwi tour dates for 2026
Cryptic posters across Melbourne and Sydney have teased the Australasian tour.
'Magic mix': NZ Youth Choir's stunning win at European competition
The choir hit a high note in their first European tour since the pandemic.
'I'm back baby': Lewis Capaldi returns to NZ for two special shows
The Someone You Loved singer took a two-year hiatus to focus on his health.
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's La Traviata impresses full house
The first party scene featured the NZ Opera Chorus mingling above the orchestra.
Ozzy Osbourne's final Black Sabbath gig draws thousands in Birmingham
He performed with his original bandmates for the first time in 20 years.
'It tore me to shreds': Rod Stewart on age-gap love and split with Rachel Hunter
Stewart, 80, has made rare comments about his ex-wife. They share two children.
Explore local gems and dream destinations: A guide for curious Kiwi travellers
Award-winning local gin, national opera tours, rail journeys and cruises.
Shane Te Pou: Springsteen is a pulse of musical power for the working class
Springsteen’s music resonates deeply, narrating my own story and struggles.
'Absolutely insane': Lorde's new album hits number 1 on both sides of globe
Lorde said she was in disbelief at the love fans had shown for Virgin.
Watch: Smokefreerockquest and Showquest's finals around the motu
The latest highlights of talented up-and-coming musicians competing around the country.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs acquitted of sex trafficking, convicted on lesser charge
The music mogul was denied bail; he must remain behind bars until sentencing.
Arli Liberman: The art of scoring in sport
'I don’t score the images, I score the idea; the feeling, the heart'
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.
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