TABLEFOX 'RECKLESS'

To celebrate their 10th Anniversary, Tablefox release a special new single. It's a track that has held a fond spot in the bands live set over the last 10 years. With this Australian Crawl track, Tablefox wanted to give a nod to one of their favourite writers whilst injecting the distinctive sound that has defined Tablefox. After 15 original singles the band wanted to do something different to celebrate their 10th Anniversary. Singer Clinton Bell explains "This track has been a staple in our live set and we have always had so much positive feedback about our version, the time feels right to get our version out there. I suppose, in a way, the song is a bit of medicine for the soul for me with all the distressing things going on in the world at the moment".

Tablefox are out on tour for their 10th anniversary playing some special venues along with The Sun Gods and Sandtrap. The new single is available digitally on Nov 10.

CHRISTOPH EL TRUENTO “Circle of Friends”

We are pleased to announce the highly anticipated album release from Christoph El Truento “Circle of Friends”

As a 2023 Silver Scroll nominee for production on Avantdale Bowling Club’s “Trees”, Christoph El Truento is a well respected Aotearoa based producer with a large internationally dedicated fanbase.

This album will be his 9th self released title.

Circle of Friends is primarily a Jazz based album featuring vocals from Ma, Lui Tui, Troy Kingi, Tom Scott and Ladi6. With session artists Julien Dyne, Mara TK, JY Lee, Cory Champion, Ben Turua, Guy Harrison this album is a true collaboration of the talented multi-faceted genius behind Christoph El Truento.

Christoph El Truento is a long time player in the Aotearoa music industry as a producer and skilled DJ.

He is widely known for his genre-bending formula, expertly demonstrating his multi-faceted musical genius in production varying across jazz, hip-hop, footwork, reggae and dub.

Playing to such vast strengths creates the heady combination of his mysterious, selective and international sound. This is apparent in his collection of self-titled albums such as LWMP18, Peacemaker Dub and Live from the Cloudy Subtropical.

As a household name he is most recognisable as the producer behind @peace, Tom Scott's Avantdale Bowling Club and his various collaborations with musicians Team Dynamite, Julien Dyne, Ladi6, Fat Freddy's Drop and others.

This notoriously elusive maestro continuously surprises his dedicated fanbase and critics with each release, gaining international traction as the producer to watch.

Chur Da boys unveil their groundbreaking Te Reo waiata ‘Taku Whenua’ celebrating their mana for Aotearoa

Tamaki Makaurau has a rising musical trio. Chur Da Boys proudly present their latest masterpiece, ‘Taku Whenua’, marking a significant milestone in their journey. This culturally rich and vibrant single, sung entirely in Te Reo Māori, is a heartfelt tribute to Aotearoa and the deep rooted connection that each member has with their tipuna and those that walked on our whenua before them.

‘Taku Whenua’ is the third single the band has launched and the first of many Te Reo waiata, as it signifies Chur Da Boys and their commitment to our indigenous language. This release follows their previous chart topping single ‘Anthem’ hitting no# 12 on the New Zealand Hot Single Charts. In addition to the Te Reo version, Chur Da Boys are excited to announce the simultaneous release of an English version titled ‘My Whenua’. The bilingual approach aims to bridge cultures, enabling a wider audience to appreciate the beauty and significance of the lyrics while honouring the depth of the Māori language.

In a statement the group expressed their enthusiasm about the release stating “‘Taku Whenua’ is a labour of love for us. Its a way of paying homage to the land that has given us so much. We wanted to create something that resonates with the hearts of tangata whenua and people around the world, fostering a sense of pride and connection to Aotearoa”.

Chur Da Boys invite music enthusiasts, cultural enthusiasts and everyone in between to immerse themselves in the melodies and powerful lyrics of ‘Taku Whenua’ and ‘My Whenua’. These singles are not just songs; they are a celebration of identity, culture and the beauty of New Zealand.

Both songs are available for streaming and download on all major platforms starting 03/11/2023.
For more information about Chur Da Boys and their music, please visit https://linktr.ee/churdaboys or follow them on social media platforms @churdaboys

GEORGIA LINES ANNOUNCES U.S. TOUR DATES

New Zealand's very own Georgia Lines is joining American based singer Abraham Alexander on his U.S. tour this November.

With her enchanting voice and chart-topping hits, Georgia Lines is ready to bring her unique style to American audiences in partnership with the soulful sounds of Abrham Alexander.

After concluding her U.S. tour with Abraham Alexander, Georgia Lines will take centre stage in Los Angeles for a headline show at the renowned Hotel Cafe. 

This solo performance promises to be an unmissable experience for devoted fans of Georgia's music.

Abraham Alexander - U.S. Tour Dates (with supporting artist Georgia Lines)

- November 10 - Wayne, PA @ 118 North

- November 11 - Boston, MA @ The Red Room at Cafe 939

- November 13 - New York @ Mercury Lounge

Georgia Lines - Headline Show

- November 16 - Los Angeles, CA @ Hotel Cafe

Tickets available here https://linktr.ee/GeorgiaLines

Song From Legendary Carol Grimes Finds New Lease Of Life With DJ Shadow.

A song written by Maciek Hrybowicz and Carol Grimes entitled ‘Work’, has been sampled by  DJ Shadow on his latest release.

‘Work’ was originally released in 1986 on Carol Grimes ‘Eyes Wide Open,37 years later the track is enjoying a reincarnation thanks to DJ Shadow who has sampled it on the final track, ‘She’s Evolving’  of his latest Album ‘Action Adventure’ released 27th Oct 2023.

Thanks to MMF for their help and advice through legal mentor David McLaughlin.
Maciek is a New Zealand jazz guitarist born in Poland. After spending much of his life in London, he moved to New Zealand, where he lives with his wife. He currently composes and records his own music, produces records for Kiwi artists, plays live music in and around Aotearoa, and has performed at several jazz and blues music festivals.

Olivia Foa’i to release Sophomore album, ‘Tūmau Pea’

,,,,blending cultural with contemporary

and themes of meaningful introspection. 

Olivia Foa’i’s sophomore album Tūmau Pea (“everlasting”) will be released November 2nd . It promises to continue her signature blend of Pacific Island sounds and modern Pop/ R&B. The 9 track album will include the singles Sunlight, for which Olivia recently won “Best Female Artist” and “Best Language song” at the Pacific Music Awards, and Mai Anamua, a song written fully in Tokelauan for which Olivia was featured in The Guardian - “in push to revive threatened Pacific languages through song”. The addition of Abraham Kunin, Producer (Teeks, Homebrew, Dalai Lama) alongside Olivia’s brother, Matatia Foa’i, broadens the palette further into the contemporary R&B/soul realm than her first album, Candid, with songs like Party for 1 and the final single Nada which was released on October 13.

“For me this album has been a search for meaning and meaningful things that last. In a world where much is fast and temporary, I found inspiration in the long term, the patient, the wholesome, the fulfilling” - Olivia Foa’i

Olivia is Tokelauan, Tuvaluan and British, born in New Zealand and resides in Australia.

WHAEA G AND BRIAN BAKER RELEASE BEAUTUFL WAIATA

Local Northland artists WHAEA G and BRIAN BAKER celebrate the release of their first joint single, “TE HIKOI”,  produced and recorded at Brian’s Kaipara based studio facility.

This is Whaea G’s first foray into recording her songs and she is ably assisted in this task by the very experienced producer/guitarist Brian Baker. Together they have produced a work that is both uplifting and beautiful.

It’s become a family affair with Whaea G’s son Te Whakakotahitanga Jenkins consulting on the finer points of the language, and sister Millica with daughters Tracey and Natharlia providing backing vocals.

Whaea Geraldine is very active in the community, as a member of the White Rock Gallery (Kaipara Artists), as well as with Community Connections. As a Maaori Arts Designer and Kairaranga she designed a blending of two a Maaori designs, Tangorerewa, meaning precious like greenstone, and the two Tui birds, Piira rawa ko Tiira both representing hope. This work is now the Mural in the Paparoa Community Village Green. Whaea G is also an avid harakeke (flax) weaver and will be holding a Kairaranga (weaving) course in February 2024.

Her beautiful wairua is one that allows many to be taught by her and to receive her aroha which has impacted on many people. The respect that others have for Whaea Geraldine can be seen everywhere she attends.

From Brian - “I attended the NZ Music Month Summit earlier this year and saw a presentation from members of Corrella about writing and recording a Waiata and the importance of having Te Reo Maori as a living language. I immediately realised that this could be a great way for Geraldine and I to collaborate on a song and that pathways existed to get the song out to people.

It’s been an absolute joy to work with Geraldine to create “Te Hikoi” and we’re both blown away with the resulting recording.”

 “TE HIKOI” is released on all digital platforms on the 3rd November 2023.

Indie-pop rockers Where’s Jai are back with brand new single ‘Citrus Mistress’

Riding off the success of their hit single ‘Perfect Crime’, garnering wide international attention passing half a million streams on Spotify, as well as recently released ‘Something Wrong’, Indie-pop-rock band ‘Where’s Jai’ are back with their hot off the press, new single ‘Citrus Mistress’.

‘Citrus Mistress’ is the first single to be released off their debut EP ‘Avenues’ which tells of being the second choice in love with the sour and bitter feelings that come with. It was expertly produced by powerhouse producer Christian Tjandrawinata and recorded in the warm environment of Parachute Studios located in the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau. The tune signals the beginning of a new sound for the band, channelling inspirations from a love of pop and hip-hop all building to a climactic and dramatic finish to send listeners on a sonic journey. 

The band are one to watch live as well, becoming regulars in the New Zealand live music scene with opening slots for artists such as Teenage Dads, Reece Mastin, Muroki, Paige and Borderline.

Where’s Jai are made up of six passionate musicians and songwriters who have been writing and performing as a band for several years and are now ready to unleash their new sound to the world. 

Where’s Jai are Grace Allis and Leigh Edmeades on vocals, Elliott Borland on drums, Nate Fullerton on bass and Michael Walmsley and Jai Nielsen on guitars.