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On the surface, Matty Paparoa's future looked bright. But the darkness was growing.
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Loko Episode 4 - Way out West
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When home is somebody else's tomb, jail's a step up
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Loko Episode 3 - Breaking Point
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Loko Episode 7 - Ooga Booga
Matty Paparoa's wilderness years are over - and he has a motley crew cheering him on. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Useful Media
The Killers returning to NZ
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The Killers announce NZ tour dates
The American rock band will play in Auckland and Christchurch in November 2022.
Britney Spears' bombshell claim about mum
The singer made explosive claims about her own mother in a since-deleted post.
The Kiwi artist bringing country music back to Aotearoa
Country music star Kaylee Bell says the genre is making a comeback in New Zealand.
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Locals Only: Kaylee Bell performs That Summer
Country Pop Artist Kaylee Bell originally from small town Waimate on the South Island performs That Summer. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Locals Only
Michael Jackson's youngest son 'Blanket' in rare TV appearance
Bigi Jackson – formerly known as 'Blanket' – made a rare public appearance on British TV.
Jessica Simpson posts photo from her worst days of addiction
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Madonna slammed for Monroe 'death bed' photo shoot
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Local Focus: Walking with the rhythm of Mauao
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'Losing fans - so what?': Shapeshifter undeterred after sharing pro-vax stance
The Kiwi band made a Facebook post encouraging fans to get vaccinated.
Ed Sheeran's surprise revelation about his sexuality
"My masculine side probably stops at drinking beer and watching football."
Zayn Malik dumped by record label amid Gigi Hadid split
It comes as the former One Direction star is on probation for harassing his mother-in-law.
After 40 years, Abba takes a chance with its legacy
New York Times: How one of the biggest pop groups in the world secretly reunited.
Adele special: Where to watch album release event in NZ
The two-hour event features an interview with Oprah Winfrey and live performances.
Why Ed Sheeran apologised to Kiwi fan
The pop star's long-awaited new album Equals is out today.
Music promoter died from cocktail of drugs
Gudinski mourned by stars including Ed Sheeran who has dedicated his new album to him.
Anti-Biden song that mocks Australia reaches No 1
The controversial song that was banned by YouTube has bumped Adele from top spot.
ABBA 'the enemies' during height of fame
Despite being one of the biggest groups in the world, ABBA says they weren't welcome.
Rocktober: 'Bono gave me a baby name suggestion'
Angelina Grey was mortified when she first met Bono, but she made up for it.
Six60 announce stadium tour 'to save summer'
Six60 are headed on their biggest tour with the "best thing" they've ever done on the way.
Steve Braunias: Loyal to Dave Dobbyn after anti-vax witch hunt
Ignore the unfounded social media vitriol and keep loving Dave like we should.
Why Sir Paul McCartney hates selfies
The Beatles legend has grown tired of fans taking photos and shares why.
Stan Walker reveals new tour dates for 2022, drops new single
The award-winning Māori artist has also announced new dates for his All In tour in 2022.
Exclusive: Sol3 Mio announce new album, Moses spills on Bachelor fame
"We've never recorded an album like this," says Sol3 Mio.
Woodstock legend Carlos Santana: 'The world is literally vomiting'
At 74, the Woodstock stalwart is still pursuing the hippy dream.