SummerKeeping the beat: Tunes that get athletes going on and off the court Whether it's before a match or winding down after, music shapes the way athletes play and recover, writes PMN Sports Reporter Latonya Lole.Latonya Lole, Sports ReporterSun, 11 Jan
Arts • Niue • Aotearoa New ZealandMusicians warn AI could strip the soul from island soundsPacific artists like Niuean producer Glen Jackson are calling for care, warn language, culture, and identity are at risk if creators rush the technology.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 09 Jan
SummerTop 10 Pacific Island songs you need on your summer playlist in 2025As part of our Summer Series, we’ve pulled together the Pacific tracks that ruled the year and deserve a spot on your holiday playlist.Atutahi Potaka-DewesSat, 20 Dec
EntertainmentŌtautahi's 1 Drop Nation celebrates brotherhood and legacy in new musicThe Christchurch roots-rock-reggae band shares its most personal album yet, collaborations with Chad Chambers, Laughton Kora, and Lion Rezz.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 12 Dec
Arts‘You can be both’: Proud Niuean championing new era for Pacific voices in national choirsSouth Aucklander William Kingi is breaking barriers in Aotearoa’s choral scene, creating space for Pacific languages, music, and culture.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 10 Dec
Entertainment • TongaFrom his bedroom to global playlists, Tongan Trixx finds his voiceRaised on church harmonies and armed with only an iPad, the 20-year-old artist is turning island life and big ambition into a breakout sound.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 09 Dec
Opinion • Aotearoa New ZealandWill’s Word: One of the world’s biggest raves is coming to AotearoaUltra Worldwide Music Festival is officially landing in Wellington, and I’ve got to give the Coalition its flowers.William TeriteThu, 04 Dec
EntertainmentSeth Haapu unveils powerful ancestral anthem of healingDescribed as a Pacific soul meditation, ‘Ranginui’ explores vulnerability, grief, and spiritual renewal.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 03 Dec
ArtsSignature Choir set to bring the Christmas spirit home with ‘Welly Wonderland’ concertThe Pacific ensemble caps off a milestone year by returning to the Michael Fowler Centre with a festive concert to celebrate community.Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 01 Dec
Entertainment • Aotearoa New ZealandOne Love Festival 2026 cancelled as costs hit organisers and fansNZ's biggest reggae celebration is taking a year off, as organisers blame rising living costs, travel expenses, and behind-the-scenes issues.PMN NewsWed, 26 Nov
