Three NZ • 9th November 2019

Review: U2's The Joshua Tree 2019 an electrifying experience

Confession: I am not a huge U2 fan. It's never been my cup of tea. Yet after their Friday show at Mt Smart Stadium, I could just be a convert. I decided to enlist my muso father (who has a personal connection with Noel Gallagher after bumping into his shoulder in a guitar shop) for help. With a long journey on public transport ahead of us, I donned long-wear concealer, Dad donned a back brace, and off we went.

Three NZ • 10th March 2021

Kings of Leon's Caleb Followill praises New Zealand's 'amazing' COVID-19 response, wants to tour new album in Aotearoa

Two people, two churning tummies, and one bathroom - a situation no couple wants to navigate in the early days of a relationship. That's the fond memory Kings of Leon frontman Caleb Followill associates with New Zealand - a country he says the Grammy-winning four-piece is eager to return to.

Three NZ • 28th November 2020

Ben Harper talks Winter Is For Lovers, Black Lives Matter and special relationship with New Zealand

Despite his extensive accolades, the father-of-five is not above the everyday battles mere mortals face, such as wrestling with your daughter for control of the air conditioning, or fighting for equal rights in a system designed for people of colour to fail.

Three NZ • 9th May 2020

From Supalonely to superstardom: Benee talks TikTok, lockdown and 'queen' Jacinda Ardern

There's something about the self-loathing hook, "I know I f**ked up, I'm just a loser", that strikes a fragile, frequently-strummed chord as I shovel grilled cheese into my mouth.

Three NZ • 5th December 2020

How music helped Kiwi duo Imugi 이무기 explore the complexities of identity, culture and belonging

Navigating the terrain of adulthood and all its complexities can be an isolating experience - but for Auckland act Imugi 이무기, the world and its warped structures are a playground to explore through sonic textures and synth-pop beats.

Three NZ • 26th August 2019

25 Years of 'Grace': Jeff Buckley's photographer Merri Cyr opens up on the late artist's enduring legacy

Jeff Buckley released only one studio album, Grace, before his promising career was tragically cut short. It has been 22 years since rock's fabled songsmith drowned in a Memphis harbour at the age of 30, leaving behind a small repertoire of largely unknown work.

Three NZ • 4th January 2020

Exclusive: Nesian Mystik talk new music, day jobs and diversity

It's been eight years since Nesian Mystik announced their amicable split following a successful, decade-long career spanning numerous awards and four studio albums. With their diverse cultural backgrounds and fusion of contemporary hip-hop and Polynesian melodies, the Auckland sextet took their leave following the platinum-certified success of 'Sun Goes Down' in 2011.

Three NZ • 29th July 2019

Opinion: I recovered from anorexia, and I learned it's a misunderstood mental illness

Eating disorders are highly complex mental illnesses. Notice I said "mental illness" - anorexia, for example, has the highest mortality rate of any mental disorder. It may surprise you how many people disregard anorexia as simply "not eating enough".

Lana Andelane • 5th December 2020

Imugi이무기 Interview

Interview with New Zealand duo Imugi이무기.

Lana Andelane • 28th November 2020

Ben Harper Interview

An interview with lap-steel guitarist and acclaimed rock musician Ben Harper.