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Troubled star live-streams getting shock face tattoo
The music star got the massive tattoo after his family obtained restraining orders.

Justin Bieber and wife Hailey met for the first time a decade ago
A sweet photo and footage has emerged of Justin and Hailey's first meeting ten years ago.

Rehab shock: Metallica postpone New Zealand tour
"We are devastated we have inconvenienced so many of you, especially our most loyal fans."

Pop star twins kicked off Qantas flight fight back
The duo are understood to be seeking legal advice against the airline.

Mike Chunn's songs in the key of life
Mike Chunn's songs to save your life marks the launch of his book No Sharp Turn.

U2 to pay tribute to Kiwi roadie and dear friend
U2 are planning to honour their late Kiwi friend and former roadie at their Auckland shows

How Blink-182's Tom DeLonge became a UFO researcher
New York Times: After leaving the band, DeLonge found a new life involving outer space.

Soundtrack to My Life: James Reid of The Feelers
Soundtrack to My Life: James Reid of The Feelers, who are reforming.

The new must-watch animated masterpiece on Prime Video
Hot Takes from TimeOut writer Lydia Burgham.

Charli XCX explains why she got personal on her new album
"I wanted it to be me, the human being, not me the artist," she told TimeOut.

First acts announced for WOMAD 2020
The popular World Music festival has announced its first acts and some new additions.

The NZ Music Awards finalists have been announced
A strong year for local music guarantees fierce competition for a coveted Tui award.

Rising Kiwi hip-hop star Rei on his Tui nomination
"It's just so cool to finally be getting the recognition," he says.

NZ Herald’s Chris Reed sits down with Bob Geldof - Full Interview
NZ Herald’s Chris Reed sits down with Bob Geldof - Full Interview.

Watch: Exclusive Bob Geldof interview
Geldof on boyhood beatings, the Boomtown Rats and what he really said at Live Aid.

Judges indicate that Stairway to Heaven may stay with Zeppelin
US judges not convinced that Stairway to Heaven copyright claim needs need hearing.

Young hearts run free
Graham Reid, a veteran music writer, listens to upcoming young artists.

Bob Geldof on what drives him to make positive change
Bob Geldof on what drives him to make positive change.

Bob Geldof: 'If I was a kid now I'd be completely enraged'
Bob Geldof says today's political climate is "nuts beyond belief".

Local Focus: Welcoming immigrants of all ages
Being welcome is the start of successful immigration. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Backstreet Boys announce second NZ show
Backstreet's back again, this time with a new NZ date if you missed out the first time

Popstar Carly Rae Jepsen announces first ever NZ show
Carly Rae Jepsen is coming to New Zealand for the first time ever.

Third-time magic for country star Billy Ray Cyrus
Billy Ray Cyrus enjoying a resurgence of success with crossover hit Old Town Road.

Born in the USA - The Boss turns 70
A friend, a brother, a father figure - Tom Augustine reflects on his years with The Boss.

One Direction feud: 'We absolutely hated each other'
Liam Payne has opened up about his fierce feud with a fellow One Direction member.

Ten-day DJ: Greg Bruce desecrates Brooklyn's temple of turntablism
A few days before his first ever DJ set, in New York City, Greg Bruce learns to DJ.

Simon Wilson: Abbey Road is 50 years old and what does that mean?
The Beatles' Abbey Road is 50 this week. Wait, what just happened?

Rock star Patti Smith, making Paris swoon
New York Times: Patti Smith is working towards a third act as a novelist.