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Review: Kiwi singer-songwriter Violet Hirst’s emotional debut

The intimate nature of Donegal invites compassion and the hope of healing.

Review: More laidback heartache in Summer Thieves’ new album

Third album shows the band have a laidback sound that summer festival audiences soak up.

Sister act Purple Pilgrims share new musical direction – and name

Playing in their ancestral home of Aberdeen sparked a timely shift.

Review: Film offers answers to the ‘what-ifs’ of life

Past Lives is touted as a love story for, and about, the ages.

Songs of the week: Hot new tracks by Kylie Minogue, Grayson Gilmour and more

Have a listen to the songs that caught our ears this week.

Review: Film a charming black comedy featuring talented first-timers

Film portrays heartfelt but troubled father-daughter relationship with hilarious touch.

Fourth Silver Scroll nod for Obama’s favourite Kiwi band The Beths

Marlon Williams, Tom Scott and Unknown Mortal Orchestra are among the finalists for award.

Russell Baillie: NZ Music Hall of Fame inductee Don McGlashan remains in his own league

Russell Baillie pays tribute to the songwriting great.

Don McGlashan on his epic journey to the NZ Music Hall of Fame

From tour van accident to clocking kms overseas, McGlashan reminisces his 40-year career.

Kiwi actress Zoë Robins on the challenges of fantasy screen acting

Zoë Robins shares tips for green screen acting after featuring in The Wheel of Time.

Quiz: Test your Barbenheimer knowledge

You’ve seen the movies. But were you paying attention?

Why are there two shows where ex-All Blacks explain France to us?

To find an ex-All Black these days, all you need do is reach for the remote.

Bernie Griffen remembered as galvanising figure in NZ music

Many of Griffen’s songs were cathartic, topical, dark and deeply personal.

Review: New Strawpeople album brings nostalgic vibes

The new Strawpeople album reminds how out of step they once were during the early 90s.

Songs of the week: Hot new tracks by Tash Sultana, Olivia Rodrigo and more

Have a listen to the songs that caught our ears this week.

Review: Asteroid City is fun, but forgettable

An astronomical number of big stars makes Wes Anderson’s latest comedy of mannerisms.