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US judges not convinced that Stairway to Heaven copyright claim needs need hearing.
Young hearts run free
Graham Reid, a veteran music writer, listens to upcoming young artists.
Pop star's music video too 'sexually provocative' for Facebook
Singer says she was in church when she heard an ad for her video had been blocked.
'Ruining our rare night out': 17 ejected from Fleetwood Mac concert
One fan blames drunken concertgoers for ruining the night.
Bob Geldof on what drives him to make positive change
Bob Geldof on what drives him to make positive change.
Bob Geldof: 'If I was a kid now I'd be completely enraged'
Bob Geldof says today's political climate is "nuts beyond belief".
Local Focus: Welcoming immigrants of all ages
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Backstreet Boys announce second NZ show
Backstreet's back again, this time with a new NZ date if you missed out the first time
Popstar Carly Rae Jepsen announces first ever NZ show
Carly Rae Jepsen is coming to New Zealand for the first time ever.
Third-time magic for country star Billy Ray Cyrus
Billy Ray Cyrus enjoying a resurgence of success with crossover hit Old Town Road.
Born in the USA - The Boss turns 70
A friend, a brother, a father figure - Tom Augustine reflects on his years with The Boss.
One Direction feud: 'We absolutely hated each other'
Liam Payne has opened up about his fierce feud with a fellow One Direction member.
Ten-day DJ: Greg Bruce desecrates Brooklyn's temple of turntablism
A few days before his first ever DJ set, in New York City, Greg Bruce learns to DJ.
Simon Wilson: Abbey Road is 50 years old and what does that mean?
The Beatles' Abbey Road is 50 this week. Wait, what just happened?
Rock star Patti Smith, making Paris swoon
New York Times: Patti Smith is working towards a third act as a novelist.
Show will go on as Houston's hologram hits the road
Are holographic concerts a macabre gimmick or a stroke of genius?
Does the new Pixies album debase(er) their legacy?
We take a listen to the new album from the indie legends.
Mama Meal! Abba's themed dinner show hits London
You'll need money, money, money if you want to take a chance on Abba's new venture.
Liam Gallagher: 'I'm good at being a rock'n'roll star'
Liam Gallagher on feuds, fatherhood — and the least likely second act in British rock.
Cruise along to Blue Planet II Live in Concert with the APO
Breathtaking footage from the BAFTA Award winning series accompanied by the APO.
How many new acts for Friday Jams? Not many, if any. But they're good.
An R&B superstar and a local hiphop legend returns to the stage.
The Cars' five best songs by Ric Ocasek
We rank the best five songs written by the late Ric Ocasek and The Cars - do you agree?
Hot Takes: Sacha Baron Cohen goes undercover in The Spy
TimeOut's David Skipwith gives his hot takes on what you should be doing this week.
Album review: Charli XCX - Charli
The album features big names like Lizzo, Haim, and Troye Sivan.
Tiny Ruins' Hollie Fullbrook on being lovelorn in Lynn Mall
The Silver Scrolls nominee on the seven songs that shaped her life.
Miss June on conflict, mental health and finally releasing Bad Luck Party
Annabel Liddell explains why it took four years to invite fans to their Bad Luck Party.
Concert review: The 1975, Spark Arena
The band didn't hold back as they returned to the country for the first time since 2016.
Backstreet Boy: 'New Zealand is my favourite place'
Group promises fans 'a journey through the past 26 years' with new arena tour.
Laneway lineup: The 1975 announced as headline act
The festival is set to be a scorcher.