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Paul McCartney says Yoko Ono told him John Lennon 'might have been gay'
Sir Paul said he didn't doubt his Beatles bandmate played into the rumours.
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Singing dentist fills a hole in Hawke's Bay's music scene
'I love being a dentist ... but it's really nice to have that creative outlet as well.'
'It's easy to overlook the toll it can take': Marlon Williams announces touring break after final NZ shows
The 35-year-old plans a rāhui-inspired pause after touring nonstop since high school.
No murder committed: Sophie Ellis-Bextor's dazzling show christens theatre's dancefloor
The English singer-songwriter performed at BNZ Theatre last Tuesday.
Lip-sync storm: Mariah Carey roasted for phonetic Italian singing
Viewers said the 'We Belong Together' singer’s stiff performance was distracting.
Chappell Roan says coming to NZ has shown how ‘scared’ she is in US
The Grammy winner described New Zealand's embrace of the queer community as 'awesome'.
Society Insider: All the details from ex-Black Cap Adam Parore's Hokianga wedding; the Rich List heiress launching a music career
PLUS: What happened at Chelsea Winstanley’s art fundraiser?
Review: Dave Dobbyn at BNZ Theatre was a gig that mattered
Following Teeks last Friday, Dobbyn was the second big artist to perform at the new venue.
2000s pop star 'desperate to get back' to NZ ahead of tour
Sophie Ellis-Bextor's 2000s hit Murder on the Dancefloor has surged in popularity again.
'We Belong Together' - Harry Styles signals new music era
The singer is rumoured to be starting a New York residency later this year.
Billy Joel surprises fans with first on-stage return after brain disorder news
He played the piano and sang as his daughters danced alongside him.
'Powerful story': US star Jelly Roll pardoned for past convictions
Officials were impressed with how the singer had changed his life for the better.
Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis
The singer, 82, is preparing to undergo an operation to remove part of his lung.
Rita Ora makes surprise podcast visit, says Kiwis are 'really lucky' to live in NZ
The singer surprised Ben Boyce’s daughter after she saw his tattooed invitation online.
Rita Ora surprises Ben Boyce and daughter Sienna on When I Grow Up podcast
Rita Ora spotted Ben Boyce's viral tattoo online, urging her to join the podcast. Video / When I Grow Up
Taylor Swift in tears in Disney+ doc over Southport stabbing attack
She breaks down when recalling the deaths of three girls at a Swift-themed UK dance party.
Everyone is talking about Rosalia, the singer making religion cool again
The musician has won fans from Madonna, Andrew Lloyd Webber and the Catholic church.
Kara Kennedy: 'Dignity is no longer a marketable asset' as Jessie J airs dirty laundry in public
ANALYSIS: Female stars now monetise private pain to stay culturally relevant.
Cash estate sues Coca-Cola over copying singer’s voice in ad campaign
The lawsuit alleges Coca-Cola mimicked the iconic musician's voice without permission.
'They found a hole in my heart': Childish Gambino suffered stroke before cancelling NZ show
The 42-year-old scrapped the rest of his tour as he underwent surgery.
'Obviously very unwell': Fans concerned at singer's erratic NZ shows ahead of final gig
The musician had earlier apologised for a chaotic Melbourne concert that left fans upset.
Why singer Hollie Smith is ready to 'let go of the bones' and make a body
Her post-Covid project that grew into a nationwide tour is wrapping up. So what's next?
K-Pop star Jay Park in NZ for Serenades and Body Rolls tour
K-Pop and K-Hip Hop star Jay Park in NZ for Serenades and Body Rolls tour. Video / Dean Purcell
Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds to play two Wellington shows in 2026
The Australian band will skip Auckland and play the capital's TSB Arena.
'It's gonna go off': 90s boy band to bring reunion tour to NZ
British band Five are holding their first full line-up show in NZ since touring in 2000.
Shihad frontman 'shellshocked' as world reacts to Ozzy Osbourne's death
Black Sabbath's lead singer died at 76 following a decades-long battle with Parkinson’s.
Lorde's new see-through CDs 'won't play' music, fans claim
'Whoever decided to design this is an idiot,' one woman said after purchasing it.
'Lorde's not here to look good': Beauty mag slammed for unpacking star's 'tired-girl aesthetic'
The mag said she has appeared sunburned, frizzy-haired and 'even a little sweaty'.
Second former Sean Combs assistant recounts her dream turned nightmare
She alleged Diddy committed violence, including sexual assault.
Ozzy Osbourne prepares for final concert amid health challenges
This will be the British rocker's first live appearance since 2018.