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Government moves to strengthen copyright protections and preserve cultural collections

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The Government has unveiled a package of proposed copyright law reforms aimed at strengthening protections for New Zealand creators while giving cultural institutions greater...

Kiwi country sensation Sadie Wech unveils new single after double No.1 success

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Following a stellar double #1 run on the Australian charts, the award-winning Southland-born powerhouse delivers a nostalgic, visual country ballad. ARROWTOWN, NZ Fresh off a...

US popstar slams ‘normalisation of paedophilia’

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Olivia Rodrigo has pushed back against criticism of a babydoll dress she wore during a recent performance. US pop star Olivia Rodrigo has criticised the...

Judge orders Trump name removed from Kennedy Center

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A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s name must be removed from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, finding...

Dame Jools Topp dies aged 68

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New Zealand entertainer Dame Jools Topp has died at the age of 68 after a long battle with breast cancer, prompting tributes from across...

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel second

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Singer Dara won the contest with 516 points from juries and televoters. Bulgarian singer Dara won the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna with the energetic...

‘Lion Den’ – the new album from ELskan FLY

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Lion Den is a dust-kicked, heart-on-the-line country-folk/Americana record built on grit, resilience, and knowing when to hold on, and when to let go. Driven by...

Ambience Of Carolina – ‘Waves’

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“Waves” is an inspiring contemporary pop ballad with soulful, rhythmic undertones, blending emotional storytelling with a gentle bounce that feels both reflective and uplifting. Inspired...

1,100+ musicians call on fans to boycott Eurovision over Israel

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Artists and cultural workers accuse the contest of helping whitewash Gaza “genocide”. More than 1,100 musicians and cultural workers have signed an open letter urging...

Renowned violinist Nigel Kennedy blasts Covid jab as career-wrecking “zombie” trigger

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Renowned British violinist Nigel Kennedy says the Covid-19 'vaccine' had a serious impact on his health and professional life, describing it as the “worst...

Bic Runga launches Red Sunset Tour with first new album in 15 years

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Bic Runga has kicked off her Red Sunset Tour, marking her return to the stage with a new album for the first time in...

Sophie Toyne – ‘Every Little Moment’

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Every Little Moment is a heartfelt reflection on how, when you’re a child, the smallest things can mean the most. Moments that once felt ordinary, believing...

‘The Girl Next Door’ – new album from Jenni Smith

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Auckland based Country Pop singer songwriter Jenni Smith announces the release of her 11 track debut album 'The Girl Next Door', a project that...

INTROS returns for 2026

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Award-winning artist Georgia Lines announces the return of INTROS for 2026, marking the fifth season of the acclaimed live performance and interview series that...

Music legend Neil Sedaka dies at 86

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American singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka has died aged 86, his family has confirmed, marking the end of a six-decade career that produced multiple chart-topping hits...

New release – Sadie Wech debuts with ‘You and I’

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Southland based singer songwriter Sadie Wech was inspired to write her debut single ‘You and I”, after being engaged to sing at a wedding. Sadie...

New Release – J. Cubbin ‘Something to Give’

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J. Cubbin returns with his third single Something to Give. The song was born from a skin cancer scare. The opening guitar idea came from...

Kurt Cobain was murdered – new forensic probe

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Independent experts have challenged the 1994 suicide ruling after reviewing autopsy and crime scene evidence. Nirvana lead singer Kurt Cobain was the victim of homicide...

Kayla Rose -‘You Ain’t Woman Enough’

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You Ain't Woman Enough is such a fun, tongue-in-cheek song that I've loved since I was a kid! When I got the chance to record...

Aroha Williams – ‘Bread & Water’

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2025 MLT NZ Senior Gold Guitar Winner Aroha Williams announces the release of her new song Bread & Water. The song was originally written by...

New Release: Steerhead – ‘Losing You’

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Losing You is a song about that sinking feeling when you feel that a loved one is slipping away from you. Whether it’s from falling...

Röyksopp withdraws from Splore and Electric Avenue festivals

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Norwegian electronic duo Röyksopp have pulled out of two major New Zealand music festivals, leaving organisers scrambling to reshuffle their line-ups. The Grammy-nominated act, scheduled...

K-Pop chart-toppers lose member as label feud deepens

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K-pop group NewJeans has been left effectively split after its record label Ador terminated the contract of member Danielle Marsh, ending hopes of a...

Motorists warned of holiday traffic delays as festival crowds head to Gisborne

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Police are urging motorists travelling to the Gisborne region over the holiday period to plan ahead and expect delays, as traffic volumes increase due...

Pink Floyd: ‘Wish You Were Here’ 50th Anniversary Edition

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A landmark Pink Floyd album revisited with rare demos and alternate takes for its 50th anniversary release. Why this is worth chasing down - it...

Mavis Staples: Ten songs of soul, strength, and hard-won hope

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'Sad and Beautiful', released in November 2025 and produced by Brad Cook, is a ten-track album that shows Mavis Staples still working at a...

Mariah Carey’s Christmas hit delivers millions year after year

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Mariah Carey, one of the biggest-selling music artists in history with more than 200 million albums sold, has built an enormous personal fortune estimated...

Jethro Tull co-founder Mick Abrahams dies aged 82

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Mick Abrahams, a founding member of British rock band Jethro Tull and a key figure in its early sound, has died at the age...

Diddy seeks release as he appeals prostitution convictions

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Sean “Diddy” Combs has asked a federal appeals court to free him from prison and overturn his conviction on two prostitution-related charges, arguing that...

Amazon Music – Free streaming music

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Why Amazon Music is a top choice for music streaming. Amazon Music has grown into one of the strongest music streaming services available, offering massive...

Ultra EDM festival reveals star-studded lineup ahead of Wellington debut

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An international electronic dance music (EDM) festival set to debut in New Zealand has announced a heavyweight lineup, with Ultra confirming a mix of...

Chris Rea dies aged 74

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Chris Rea, the blues-rock musician behind the festive classic Driving Home for Christmas, has died aged 74 after a short illness, his family has...

Cliff Richard reveals prostate cancer diagnosis

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Sir Cliff Richard has disclosed that he was recently treated for prostate cancer after the condition was detected during routine medical checks required ahead...

Keily Smith’s new release – ‘You Feel Like Home’

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Keily Smith's debut song You Feel Like Home was written in honour of her husband. It reflects the sense of belonging with someone or somewhere,...

Sophie Toyne continues success with her album ‘Orange Skies’ and standout track ‘The Middle’

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Following the release of her critically acclaimed album Orange Skies, Sophie Toyne is drawing attention to a standout track, The Middle. This song is a...

Four countries quit Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s inclusion

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Four European Union nations — Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, and the Netherlands — have announced they will withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, citing...

New release: Sisters in Country – ‘Old Heart’

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Sisters in Country offer a captivating glimpse into their upcoming album with the release of Old Heart, a stunningly simple acoustic arrangement penned by...

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies at 81

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Reggae pioneer and actor Jimmy Cliff has died at 81, his wife Latifa Chambers announced, citing a seizure followed by pneumonia as the cause. Born...

Sisters in Country to headline 2026 Tamworth Tour, boosting music tourism

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Sisters in Country lead 'Harmony Road' tour to Tamworth 2026 - be-spoke tourism boosts international presence at country music festival. New Zealand's acclaimed trio, Sisters...

Halton Heart announce new single ‘Sweet Ride’

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A sound of growing maturity from Gore's family collective. New Zealand’s young country music sensation Halton Hart released their highly anticipated new single, Sweet Ride...

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