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Watch: Kiwi music legend Neil Finn plays 'all the bangers' at Sunday Auckland market
Owners asked but never expected Neil Finn to say yes.

Take That announce NZ show
Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen are coming to Aotearoa in 2024.

Data points: Could Taylor Swift really hand Biden victory over Trump?
Financial Times: Star has huge following, but data suggests impact could go either way.

'Knew there was something special': J Lo on her Kiwi connection
J.Lo chats to the Herald about the Kiwi she's got on speed dial.

'I'm high': Star shocks with wild confession
Michael Buble left a press conference stunned when he confessed he was under the influence

John Lennon's shock insecurity revealed
Paul McCartney gets candid about his bandmate's strange embarrassment.

Why Taylor Swift’s globetrotting is under scrutiny
If Swift flies to the Super Bowl, will her carbon emissions have an effect on the planet?

'One of a kind': Bruce Springsteen’s mother dies at 98
Singer announced the death in a heartbreaking post on Instagram.

How the Super Bowl halftime show became popular
In nearly six decades, the halftime show has transformed to host megastars and more.

Why Taylor Swift's music won't be on TikTok anymore
Some of your favourite music could soon disappear from the app.

Auckland Pride’s Julia Croft and Hāmiora Bailey are going beyond paradise
The co-directors on Ki Tua, leadership and passing the mic.

Review: The Color Purple is an emotional, joyful exploration of black womanhood
The award-winning musical creates space for a nuanced conversation about black feminism.

High-profile NZ musician bailed on family violence charges
He was granted interim name suppression today, citing potential reputational damage.

'Deeply sorry': Britney Spears apologises for memoir comments
Spears praised Timberlake's new music and apologised for offending people with her memoir.

Thunderbolts and lightning prompt a fitting end to Waikato's Summer Concert Series
Sizzling music on a soggy weekend makes for a steamy Summer Concert Series.

Adele gives huge update
The star last released an album in 2021, is a new one on the way?

Thousands evacuated at Hamilton concert during Simple Minds set due to extreme weather
Police said they were made aware the show had been stopped due to lightning.

Windy Wellington weather clears for Foo Fighters concert
Fans were earlier warned of wild winds causing safety concerns.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s Ruban Nielson on why he’s not a rock star
He's frontman for one of New Zealand's biggest musical acts, but he's much more than that.

Young Kiwi star lands lead role in huge international production
While many were enjoying the summer, Tayla Alexander was preparing for a lead role.

Inside the Metallica film that changed rock forever
It's been 20 years since the film aired — here's how it saved the metal gods from oblivion

Tiki Taane on Synthony in the Domain and his life in music
NZ Herald Entertainment Writer Lillie Rohan, Lillie Rohan sits down with NZ legend Tiki Taane to discuss the upcoming Synthony in the Domain and his life in music. Video / NZ Herald

'Reaching my capacity': Tiki Taane's career confession
The singer has been in the game for more than 30 years and it hasn't always been easy.

'Still furious': More concertgoers claim they were victims to a concert parking hustler
Fans rue their decision in following directions of a man with a hand-painted parking sign.

Ozzy Osbourne admits he 'sometimes doesn't love' Sharon
The rockstar spoke candidly days after his wife described how his affair had affected her.

Foo Fighters punter arrested after X-rated concert act
One of the US band's Christchurch fans had a 'cheeky' surprise for the musicians.

Harry and Meghan meet with anti-monarchist Jamaican prime minister
It comes days after the couple reached out to the Royal family with well wishes.

High praise for Palmy composer
Sai Natarajan's musical education began when he was in the womb.

Foo Fighters fans' cars towed after hi-vis hustler's $20 parking ruse
A man in hi-vis was holding up a sign, directing people into $20 car parks.