Fire starters
US-style low-and-slow, Argentinian asado, South Africa’s braai – all variations on the theme of meat cooked over a fire. As we head into the ...
People
Pluto ascending - Q&A: Milan Borich
Legendary Kiwi band Pluto have had a mixed run of luck over the last few years. Reunited and back on a roll in 2019, the band suffered a cruel ...
Making connections - Q&A: Ebony Lamb
As a portrait photographer, Ebony Lamb has an eye for the defining detail. As a songwriter, she shows that same clear insight. We talk timing, ...
Thinking ahead - Q&A: Bill Bailey
Bill Bailey has a lot on his mind. Again. The hit UK comedian shares a slice or two as he prepares for a mammoth tour of Aotearoa. You are ...
It’s a whānau thing - Q&A: Logan Bell, Katchafire
Family connections remain Katchafire’s bedrock after two decades together. The roots reggae masters’ hectic tour schedule will bring them to ...
History repeats - Q&A: Tim Finn
Tim Finn is taking the songs of Split Enz, Crowded House and his solo material back on the road. What’s Hot New Zealand talks to him ahead of ...
Abigail Boyle: In good company
The Royal New Zealand Ballet celebrates its platinum anniversary this month with Lightscapes. Over the decades, Christchurch’s community of ...
Bic Runga: 20 beautiful years
It really is 20 years since Bic Runga released Beautiful Collision. She tells Cityscape about its genesis, and how much she is looking forward ...
Having your cake and eating it too
Muso and food entrepreneur Flip Grater is on a mission to popularise plant-based goodies so you can have your pleasures without having to ...
Crikey, it’s Melsy!
From being world famous in New Zealand, comedian Melanie Bracewell jumped the ditch and landed a spot on Australian television. She’s famous ...
Shifting sounds
Devin Abrams is an Ōtautahi boy, a founding member of Shapeshifter, successful music producer, and mastermind behind the solo project Pacific ...
Q&A: Dave Faulkner - Gurus, guitars and gabba gabba hey
Australian rock legends the Hoodoo Gurus will tour the country for the first time in two decades this year. What's Hot New Zealand talks to ...
Q&A: Scott Towers - Freddy’s share the love
After 20 years of playing festivals here and everywhere, Fat Freddy’s have the drop on how to make the most of the occasion. Saxophonist Scott ...
Q&A: Indie-folk singer-songwriter Mel Parsons
Award-winning Kiwi musician Mel Parsons is treating our ears to a brand-new album, Slow Burn, and is hitting the road for a nationwide ...
Q&A: Barnaby Weir, lead singer of The Black Seeds
We've been eagerly anticipating the release of The Black Seeds' new album, and now it's out the band are hitting the road with a good ...
Singer-songwriter Sam Heselwood's new single has just dropped
Emerging Ōtautahi singer-songwriter Sam Heselwood hit No. 4 on the charts with his single ‘18’, and now he’s following it up with his latest ...
Working Style's creative director Karl Clausen on how to dress for 'business casual'
As we awake again from our Covid slumber and ready ourselves to return to workplaces, many men will again face the elephant in the room: ...
Stylist Lou Heller tells us how we can take charge of our own style
You’re the best person to take charge of your own style. A good stylist is just here to support you on your journey of change. We don’t really ...
Fur Patrol's Julia Deans talks PET and touring, 21 years on
Fur Patrol’s 20th anniversary tour has become a 21st party tour, and the band are pulling out all the hits. What's Hot New Zealand catches up ...
Emma Dilemma on her new pop-rock album, Spit
Emma Dilemma talks to What's Hot New Zealand about her new solo career, the significance of vinyl, and filming nude on trampolines. We’re ...
Want a little NFT with your gin? The new Kiwi gin that's doing things differently - on the blockchain
Luke Dawkins and Blue Hamel are bringing gin into the 21st Century with their new physical and digital NFT project. What's Hot New Zealand hits ...
Q&A: Superette’s Rickie Dee and James Rigden
Rickie Dee and James Rigden started contemporary fashion boutique Superette when they were 21. Two decades later, they've accumulated a fair ...
Q&A: Artist Bruce Mortimer
From his studio in Wellington, Bruce Mortimer produces excellent artworks in many different styles, from fine art photography to expressionistic ...
Q&A: Artist Janna van Hasselt
Christchurch artist Janna van Hasselt tells What's Hot New Zealand about dreaming big, and drawing inspiration from a preschooler’s ...
Q&A: Drag diva Buckwheat
Drag diva Buckwheat is a joyous, welcoming presence who makes a splash at any occasion. What's Hot New Zealand met the man behind the makeup, ...
Q&A: Fashion designer Caitlin Crisp
Caitlin Crisp is an up-and-coming star of New Zealand fashion. Her timeless, easy-to-wear pieces are in trendy boutique windows around the ...
Christchurch singer Mousey on new music, girl power and water buffalos
She’s for all the girl power things, water buffalos are her personal heroes, and her music career’s taking off at speed. What's Hot New Zealand ...
Q&A: Innovative eco designer Anthea Madill
Reusable water balloons and iconic huia feather earrings made from recycled plastic – Anthea Madill is bringing wicked planet-friendly products ...
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