Gifted and Maori V.3
Urban Pacifika
will be releasing Gifted and Maori V3. this will have the best of all the
artists that we have had on the Gifted and Maori Label.
As a first for Maori music, this album will be
available on from this website. Check back for more details
www.urbanpacifika.com
Matariki
What is Matariki?
Matariki is a small but distinctive star cluster
whose appearance in the north eastern pre-dawn sky in late May, early June
marks the start of a new phase of life.
Although there are tribal differences regarding
the timing, celebrations most often begin at the next new moon after
Matariki has risen. As with similar ‘moveable feasts’ in the western
calendar, such as Easter, the exact timing varies from year to year but
usually occurs during the month of June.
In ancient times Matariki arrived at the end of
the harvest and was therefore a time of plenty for our ancestors. The kumara
and other root foods had been gathered. The migration of fish such as moki
and korokoro also made Matariki a time of bountiful catches. Visitors were
often showered with gifts of specially preserved eel, birds and other
delicacies. Matariki was a time to share and present offerings to others.
Matariki can be translated in two ways – Mata
Riki (Tiny eyes) and Mata Ariki (Eyes of God). Either way the eyes are
thought to watch over the land and its people.
Neil Cruikshank
has followed the Gifted and Maori compilation idea and released a
compilation CD called "Reo". This is a very strong album and a credit to Neil
who has been the only independent Maori music distributor in NZ.
A very successful tour follwed the
release of this album and we look forward to more from Neil and Tangata Records.
The reo compilation CD showcases a
selection of talented, emerging Māori language contemporary music composers and
artists from Aotearoa.
A unique approach to seeking new talent was utilized, with each artist selected
for this album in consultation with the 22 strong Māori radio station network
and Maori Broadcasting Agency Te Māngai Pāhō. The radio stations sought local
talent, with the successful composers/artists chosen from the various
submissions.
The reo compilation CD consists of 12 tracks, a stylish mix of contemporary
genres - including Rnb, rap and soul. Strong melodies abound and the album
appeals to both Māori-speakers and to everyone who enjoys good music.
Tracklist:
1. The Big Three (Taranaki) - E Nga Rangatahi
2. Maria Elliot (Whakatane) - Kua Rere
3. Rochelle Biddle (Turangi) - Ātaahua Ora
4. Tumamao Harawira (Kaitaia) - Ko Hokianga Te Kainga
5. Riana Atama-Adams (Wellington) - Ringia Mai
6. Erena Tomoana (Hawkes Bay) - Kaea
7. Piripi Christie (Rotorua) - Tāne Mahuta
8. Charnao (Whanganui) - Ahakoa
9. Cilla Gardiner (Tokoroa) - Turu Whitiki
10.Kommikal (Christchurch) - Tūturu
11.Morgana Watson (Taranaki) - Anahera
12.Ranea & Awha (Wellington) - Toi Whenua
Tama Waipara
Tama Waipara Upcoming Shows
25 Jun 2007 9:00 pm Dirty Laundry Series @ Matterhorn, Wellington
28 Jun 2007 8:00 pm Te Papa - Our Place, National Museum Wellington
30 Jun 2007 8:00 pm Lindauer Queenstown Winterfestival Queenstown, Southland
29 Jul 2007 8:00 pm Cornelia Street Cafe NEW YORK
There is a reason I keep calling the finish line the start line. How fortunate
are we to have more than one new beginning? After moving home to New Zealand in
October, every day is a new beginning.
I'm happy to say that 5 years since my first ever recording as a solo artist,
that we are at the release of my EP, Leaving Paradise. Relief and terror have to
hug each other rather a lot at the moment and stability has been courting
uncertainty for some time now.
Life is good and there is much to be grateful for.
June 3rd is the official release date and the launch is happening at the
wonderful Leigh Sawmill Cafe on the same day. The recording itself is loaded
with love and dirt.
There are a lot of people to thank for this recording ever seeing the light of
day and without writing a list longer than one cares to read, it is a very
humbling thing.
Tracklist
1. Morning Sun (featuring Nathan Haines)
2. Everybody Knows
3. Take a Walk (featuring Emily King)
4. Special Stuff
5. Leaving Paradise
6. Sometimes
http://www.myspace.com/tamawaipara
A selection of artists from the new Reo
compilation album, as well as guest performance from Ruia Aperahama and band,
feature in the upcoming Reo Tour. The shows are either free or have a
minimum door charge. The album and merchandise will be available for sale at
each show or you can buy CDs from the Warehouse.
Sunday 18 February
Venue: Te Wānanga O Aotearoa Campus, 142 Botanical Road, Palmerston North
On stage 12noon – 2.30pm (FREE CONCERT). Community Campus Open day starts 10am.
Stalls, children’s activities.
Monday 19 February
Venue: City Centre Quadrant, Hastings
On stage 12 noon – 2.30pm (FREE CONCERT)
Outdoor event, as part of Te Wānanga O Aotearoa course promotion campaign.
Tuesday 20 February
Venue: Te Kura O Hirangi, Māwake Place, Turangi
On stage 6.00pm – 8.30pm (GOLD COIN ENTRY)
Thursday 22 February
Venue: Aramoho Hotel, Somme Parade, Whanganui On stage 7.30 – 10.00pm
(GOLD COIN ENTRY)
Friday 23 February
Venue: NZ School of Music Auditorium, Massey University, Entrance C,
Block 1, Wallace Street, Wellington
On stage 7.00pm -9.30pm (GOLD COIN ENTRY)www.torchsongs.co.nz
Moana and the Tribe
Moana and the Tribe will
be performing at the Southern Lakes Festival of Colours in Wanaka on April 28th.
The Festival of Colour has lifted the curtain on its 2007 programme, revealing
six days and nights of art, drama, music, comedy and dance from national and
international artists and performers, set against the autumnal backdrop of Lake
Wanaka. Visit the programme page to select your performances.
Running from 24 to 29 April, the Southern Lakes Festival of Colour is a biennial
celebration of the arts set against the spectacular backdrop of New Zealand’s
Lake Wanaka in autumn.
http://www.festivalofcolour.co.nz
This year Te Roopu Raranga Whatu O Uhengaparaoa
are hosting the 2007 Weavers National Hui at Maraenui Marae, Te Kaha, Bay of
Plenty.
The National Hui is held biennially to provide
the extensive weavers' membership with an opportunity to network and share
in the progress and developments of Maori weaving techniques.
National committee chairperson Edna Pahewa is
pleased that the eastern Bay of Plenty can showcase the region to Maori
weavers from throughout New Zealand and Australia.
Pacific Music
Awards 07
Highlight of the evening for the nine-member group is a
coveted Tui for the Niu FM Best Pacific Music Album for Much Love, Spacifix'
debut album.
The band also picks up awards for APRA Best Pacific Song for Gotta Get Like This
and Radio 531PI Best Pacific Group.
To acknowledge the band's Tui award win, Spacifix will also be honoured at the
New Zealand Music Awards in October.
Multi-instrumentalist and Hip Hop and RnB producer John Chong-Nee grabs two
awards – for NZ Music Commission Best Pacific Male Artist and Niu FM Best
Pacific Hip Hop Artist for Just Getting By On Love.
Other winners are:
• Aaradhna who picks up the Counties Manukau District Health Board – Smokefree
Best Pacific Female Artist for I Love You.
• The Yandall Sisters who gain the Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs Lifetime
Achievement Award.
• Vela Manusaute from Killa Kokonut Krew Entertainment who was selected for the
Phillip Fuemana Most Promising Artist Award.
Spacifix arrived on the New Zealand music scene in May 2006 with the popular
release, "Sunshine Day", which was quickly followed by two more singles, "Gotta
Get Like This" and "Make Things Right". The group's debut album "Much Love" was
released in October 2006 to great acclaim. They also starred in their own TV
show.
Pacific Music Awards chairperson the Rev Mua Strickson Pua says, "The Pacific
Music Awards winners affirm the journeys of our artists, our industry, our
communities and Aotearoa New Zealand Music for the global market."
NZ Music Awards spokesperson Campbell Smith says RIANZ is proud to support the
Pacific Music Awards as the home of the Tui for Best Pacific Music Album.
"The depth and vibrancy of Pacific music in New Zealand is reflected every year
in the high standard of entries we receive. This year was no exception, and it's
great to see Spacifix pick up the award for Best Pacific Music Album. To have
fresh talent coming through can only help grow the Pacific music industry in
this country."
The third annual Pacific Music Awards were held at Manukau City's TelstraClear
Pacific venue and celebrate Pacific music and artists. Previous finalists and
winners include a who's who of Pacific music and some of the most successful
artists within the New Zealand music industry. The impressive live performances
at the awards ceremony showcased past, present and future Pacific artists,
showcasing the strength of Pacific music.
Winners and Finalists for the 2007 Pacific Music Awards
Niu FM Best Pacific Music Album (Tui Award)
Winner: Spacifix ‘Much Love’
Other finalists:
Vaniah Toloa - “Tukua”
Amene - “In Your Name We Pray”
RADIO 531pi Best Pacific Group
Winner: Spacifix - “Much Love”
Other finalists:
Ill Semantics - “Good Musik”
Nesian Mystik - “Freshmen”
APRA Best Pacific Song
Winner: Spacifix - “Gotta Get Like This”
Other finalists:
Aaradhna - “I Love You Too”
Vaniah Toloa - “Tukua”
Niu FM Best Pacific Hip Hop Artist
Winner: John Chong-Nee - “Just Getting By On Love”
Other finalists:
PNC - “Rookie Card”
Ill Semantics - “Good Musik”
NZ MUSIC COMMISSION Best Pacific Male Artist
Winner: John Chong-Nee - “Just Getting By On Love”
Other finalists:
JXN - “Fuata Niue”
PNC - “Rookie Card”
Best Pacific Female Artist
Winner: Aaradhna - “I Love You”
Other finalists:
Sara-Jane Auva’a - “Merry Christmas”
Sarah Halatutavaha - “Tau Fuata Niue”
Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs Lifetime Achievement
The Yandall Sisters
Phillip Fuemana Most Promising Artist Award
Vela Manusaute (Killa Kokonut Krew Entertainment)
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