The Rise of Te Ao Māori in Contemporary Music
Posted in: Music Features
From Marlon Williams to TEEKS, Theia and Te Wehi, Māori artists are reshaping contemporary music by bringing te ao Māori into every genre
Troy Kingi and His Community Accomplished Something Special in Wellington
Posted in: Music FeaturesWe recap Kingi's Lōemis Festival show, which had an intergenerational guest lineup featuring JessB, Diggy Dupé, and many more
MĀ, Ladi6, Halfqueen and More Confirmed for Free Matariki Concert
Posted in: Music NewsTe Karanga-a-Hape returns with free Matariki celebrations, live music, art, storytelling, and performances from Ladi6, MĀ, and more
2026 Aotearoa Music Awards: Who Will Win, Who Should Win
Posted in: Music ListsOur editorial team consider the runners and riders in some of the main categories at the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards.
Marlon Williams Leads 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards Nominations
Posted in: Music NewsGeneva AM, Stan Walker, Tami Neilson, Dick Move, Ringlets, Phoebe Rings, and more are amongst this year's finalists
MĀ’s Big Week: Taite Music Prize Nomination and Debut WOMADelaide Appearance
Posted in: Music FeaturesWe caught up with the shapeshifting Aotearoa musician ahead of her first performance at WOMADelaide
Marlon Williams, Dick Move and More Nominated for 2026 Taite Music Prize
Posted in: Music NewsThis year's ceremony will be held at the NZICC, and for the first time in its history, the event will be open to the public
The 50 Best New Zealand Albums of 2025
Posted in: Music ListsOur ranking of the best New Zealand albums of 2025, featuring Lorde, BENEE, The Beths, Kaylee Bell, and more
Best New Zealand Music of the Week: March 24th-30th
Posted in: Music FeaturesStay up to date with all the standout tracks released last week with Rolling Stone AU/NZ’s weekly roundup
