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Live Reviews
James Blunt’s Gig Proved He’s Still Got It (And Then Some)
But for every laugh, there was a sucker-punch of emotion. When he sat at the piano to perform No Bravery, a...
Live Reviews
Teddy Swims Brings Soul, Tears and a Toilet Throne to Auckland’s Spark Arena
There was so much love in the room. Couples cuddled and swayed through ballads, arms wrapped around each other during “God...
Single Reviews
Rita Ora Drops Sultry New Single All Natural With Taika Waititi-Directed Video
Rita Ora is back with All Natural, a sultry electro-pop single produced by GRAMMY-winner Joel Little (Lorde, Sam Smith, Taylor Swift)....
Single Reviews
Bino Bames Gets Brutally Honest on ‘Nothing’s Real’
Some artists are born to colour outside the lines, Bino Bames is one of them. At just 20, he’s already...
Album Reviews
Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl: A Bold New Chapter
On August 12, 2025, Taylor Swift surprised her fans with a thrilling announcement: her 12th studio album is titled The Life...
Album Reviews
Danica Bryant Drops Addictive New Single ‘Buzz’ Ahead of Debut Album FEAST
Known for her genre-blending sound and razor-sharp lyrics, Bryant’s newest release fuses driving pop-rock energy with introspective indie-pop finesse, and...
Single Reviews
Bino Bames Isn’t Asking for Permission – “Cocktail Princess” Is His Loud, Lush Arrival
Some artists sneak onto the scene. Bino Bames kicked the door down. The 19-year-old multi-instrumentalist and DIY powerhouse has officially...
Album Reviews
Kendrick Lamar Just Dropped GNX—And Yes, It’s a Moment
Kendrick Lamar has done it again. No teasers, no promo—just pure brilliance dropped on us with zero warning. His latest...