Hawke’s Bay music month reaching its crescendo
Momentum has built across the month, with near-capacity audiences in several halls.
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Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to six years in prison
Trap Queen rapper pleaded guilty to smuggling large amounts drugs into NYC.
'Like a hurricane': The extraordinary life of pop-soul superstar Tina Turner
New York Times: Tina Turner has died at her home in Switzerland at the age of 83.
American Idol winner Iam Tongi speaks out after 'rigged' backlash
Tongi is the first Pacific Islander and the youngest male to ever win the competition.
Entertainer and 'fabulous diva' Jackie Clarke set to play for Whanganui crowds
'I’m looking forward to returning.'
Foo Fighters reveal new drummer
The band shared the big news in a global livestream event.
Tonga moves quick to invite American Idol winner Iam Tongi to the Friendly Islands festival
Tonga Tourism has put a shout out to American Idol winner Iam Tongi.
Former One Direction star announces NZ concert
This must be Heaven because Niall Horan is returning to NZ in 2024.
One-armed rock drummer attacked after concert
Def Leppard drummer blindsided during an attack after concert.
District councillor takes out songwriting competition
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Leading entertainment figure trial: Business relations sour after assault allegation, court told
The High Court trial is continuing in Rotorua.
Māori artist creates custom guitar for American Idol winner
Sam Mangakahia customises guitars with traditional Māori and Polynesian designs.
Signs One Direction could be headed for a reunion
Is new music in the works from this famous boy band?
Behind the drug-fuelled album that split Rod Stewart from the Faces
Fifty years ago, they had their first chart-topping album, then they were torn apart.
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra unleashes energy of Dragspil
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Paul Simon's heartbreaking confession
The star said nobody has an explanation for his recent medical condition.
Kiwi singer Georgia Lines signs with Coldplay's US agent
On the cusp of global stardom, the artist had to let go to have a shot at getting it all.
Watch: Georgia Lines performs Monopoly live on Newstalk ZB
Georgia Lines is making a big splash for Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa / NZ Music Month with her first single of 2023 'Monopoly.' Video / Newstalk ZB
The Smiths’ bassist Andy Rourke dies age 59
Rourke died after a lengthy illness with pancreatic cancer, bandmate Johnny Marr said.
S Club 7 star’s cause of death revealed
Paul Cattermole, 46, was found dead at his home last month.
'Happy grandfather': Rod Stewart shares adorable snaps with grandsons
The 76-year-old rocker welcomed two adorable new additions to his family this month.
‘Good evening, citizens’: Radio legend Barry ‘Dr Rock’ Jenkin dies at age 75
'He’s lived exactly as he chose to' - daughter Andrea says.
'I’m still a little girl from NZ': Inside the private life and amazing career of Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
Encounters with the famous, kissing Paul Holmes, an intriguing husband and a new NZ life.
The surprising hobby that could reduce your risk of dementia
It’s never too late to get the creative juices flowing.
‘Addicted to sex’: Kiwi music industry figure standing trial on rape, sexual assault and drugs charges
The man faces 25 charges involving nine complainants.
Eurovision winner Sweden makes history but which country has won the most times?
Loreen is only the second person in the 67-year history to win twice.
Matchbox Twenty announce two NZ shows
After 15 years, the band are returning to Kiwi shores.
One Love 2024 line-up, date and when tickets go on sale revealed
Some of the world's biggest reggae and dancehall acts are set to return to Tauranga.
Real Groovy still making record sales after four decades
Founder Chris Hart says sales are up, especially for vinyl records.
Eurovision Song Contest 2023: Winner revealed and history made
A history-making result was decided at today’s Eurovision Song Contest.
Explore small towns that gave birth to big tunes this NZ Music Month
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Rishi Sunak, Boris Johnson push Zelensky's right to speak at Eurovision final
Pair say Ukrainian president should speak as he would have at home as host nation.