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Lorde's Israel cancellation: Kiwis face damages claim
Kiwis accused of convincing singer to cancel show face legal action from Israeli group.

Revealed: Lorde's personal thank-you note to Kiwi fans
"Thank you ... for loving and embracing Melodrama. My nomination belongs to you."

German survived Holocaust through his music, dies at 93
Performed alongside Ella Fitzgerald & Marlene Dietrich during decades-long musical career

Did Lorde throw shade at Grammys?
Lorde has referenced her Grammy controversy with a cryptic tweet this morning.

Leftfield plan to fry your ears and blow your mind
Be warned: Neil Barnes promises that the subs are gonna thump during tonight's Leftism gig

Kiwi comic regrets Brooke Fraser gag
Guy Williams has apologised multiple times for a tweet about Brooke Fraser's religion.

Mission Concert team quiet on substitute act
Hopefuls are holding out for another entertainer to replace Neil Diamond.

Was this the best Laneway set yet?
You know there's something special on the way when an entire festival arrives at one stage

Lorde's star-studded Grammy night - and her surprising 'date'
Lorde brought a hip flask to the Grammys - and brought a mystery guest to the ceremony.

Everything you missed from the Grammys
Bruno and Kendrick were the big winners at the Grammys - here's what else you missed.

Laneway fans swelter under afternoon sun
Laneway fans enjoy a sweltering day in the sun, as temperatures reach 28 degrees.

Rapper's hilarious chat steals Grammys show
Rancic's chat with one star was super-brief but stifling laughter

Brooke Fraser's Grammy win: 'This is an absolutely incredible honour'
Kiwi singer-songwriter Brooke Fraser won a Grammy for Hillsong.

This is Melodrama: Why Lorde won't perform at Grammys
Lorde has refused to perform at today's Grammys ceremony and may not walk the red carpet.

'Glitter Boob' Protest Marches in Auckland
A 'glitter boob' protest has marched in Auckland in response to sexual assault and groping at music festivals.

Kiwi singer Stan Walker facing health issues
Walker's manager confirmed the musician has had some health scares.

Young Thug to play ACL sideshow
Young Thug is set to headline Outer Limits, a spin-off festival Auckland City Limits.

Fan outcry as LCD Soundsystem cancel NZ show
LCD Soundsystem's upcoming Auckland show was to be a summer highlight. It's been canned.

'Forgot I did that': 50 Cent's bitcoin gamble
Rapper didn't even remember he bet on bitcoin - but now he's reaping the rewards.

Camila's ultimate middle finger to Fifth Harmony?
Forget petty cheap-shots, Camila Cabello dealt to the haters in a better way.

How Fall Out Boy dodged an EDM bullet
Young and Menace was trash, but Mania managed to bring FOB back from the brink.

Gig Review: Us, them and a fiery Roger Waters
Roger Waters kicked off his New Zealand tour last night and yes, there was a floating pig

Kiwi band take trans journey story to Laneway
When Amelia came out as trans via song, her whole band took a new direction with her.

'The day we've been dreading': Legendary frontman dies
In his last performance he sang from his wheelchair with his right arm in a sling.

Ten acts you need to see at Laneway
Wondering what to see at Laneway? Here's our guide to the festival's must-see acts.

Elton John to tour NZ before retirement
Elton John will return to NZ for one last time and plans to go out 'with a bang'.

Five things to do in Auckland this Anniversary Weekend
The TimeOut and arts team rounds up their picks of the weekend's entertainment.

Gadget review: Jaybird Run sport headphones
Jaybird's new headphones promise to get you up off the couch and moving. How?