Original Artists Bios
ANIKA MOA
Anika Rose Moa is a clever and charismatic singer songwriter from New Zealand/Aotearoa. She began writing pop songs at the tender age of 13 and is now an established singer, writer and mother of three. Back in 1999 Anika was spotted by Atlantic Records and became the youngest Kiwi artist to be signed to a major American record company. She was catapulted from Hornby, Christchurch to the bright lights of New York at just 18. With the help of her New Zealand label Warner Music she recorded her debut album ‘Thinking Room’ with Australian producer Victor Van Vugt (Nick Cave, PJ Harvey) in the big apple. Back in New Zealand the album ricochet to number one and her stellar career began. Anika was living the dream, but terribly homesick. She knew her heart was Aotearoa’s so she returned to focus on her burgeoning success here. She has released five albums thus far and continues to evolve as a writer, artist and performer. She is recognised as an accomplished songwriter and her ambition is just to get better and better at writing. She recently released her new album, ‘Queen At the Table’, earlier in the year. Throughout her career she has picked up many awards due to her musical talent, including: Winner of Best Children’s Album award – 2014 New Zealand Music Awards, Winner Best Female Solo artist award – 2008 New Zealand Music Awards for her album ‘Love In Motion’, Winner Best Female Vocalist award – 2002 New Zealand Music Awards.
ANNIe CRUMMer
Born of a Tahitian mother and Rarotongan father, Annie resides in Aotearoa(New Zealand). At the age of 16, Polygram Records NZ released her first single, ONCE OR TWICE, which reached #16 on the NZ music charts. In 1993 Annie her released debut album LANGUAGE gaining platinum status andin 1996 released her second album SEVENTH WAVE reaching gold.Annie has won numerous music awards including BEST FEMALE ARTIST at the 1993 New Zealand Music awards and also nominated BEST FEMALE ARTIST at the 1996 ARIA’s in Australia. Due to her contribution to numerous hits including FOR TODAY, MELTING POT, SEE WHAT LOVE CAN and LANGUAGE, Warner Music NZ released ANNIE CRUMMER ‘SHINE’ THE BEST OF in 2002.
As a Solo Artist, Annie was the Opening Act and toured with Sir Paul McCartney, K.D. Lang, Sting, Ray Charles and Michael Jackson. In 1998 Annie won her first musical role as the soloist singing SEASONS OF LOVE and understudied JOANNE in the Australian Production of Jonathan Larson’s hit musical RENT. In 2003 Annie won the lead role of KILLER QUEEN in the Australian production of WE WILL ROCK YOU (WWRY) written and directed by BEN ELTON to the music of iconic legends, QUEEN. QUEEN invited Annie to record ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST to the original multi-track at Roger Taylor’s Studio in London.
Annie toured with both the Australian production and South African production of WWRY throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia from 2003 ~ 2008. In April/May 2010, Annie completes a season of Auckland’s production of RENT playing the lead role of JOANNE and also singing SEASONS OF LOVE. In March 2011, Annie proudly assists her father, WILL CRUMMER, with the release of his critically acclaimed cd/dvd, SHOEBOX LOVESONGS and in MAY 2011, Annie was honoured with the LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD at the Vodafone Pacific Music Awards. On 24th Nov 2011, Annie was also praised with the prestigious SENIOR PACIFIC ARTIST AWARD from the Creative NZ Pacific Arts Committee.
Annie was as invited to explore South America as a presenter for TV series, ‘INTREPID JOURNEYS’ and featured as special guest with the incredible MADELINE SAMI in TV series SUPER CITY 2’. Along with fellow Artists, ANIKA MOA, DON MacGLASHAN and LAUGHTON KORA, Annie mentored Prison Inmates for the 2nd series of ‘SONGS FROM THE INSIDE’. Annie also mentored Auckland Girls Grammar School’s music students, SOULFUL 7, to win 1st place at the SMOKEFREE PACIFICA BEATS 2014 competition. With the NZ MUSIC COMMISION, she continues to be a long time mentor forstudents in Gisborne, NZ.
Annie is a guest singer with the phenomenal LADY KILLERS and tours with NZ Super Group paying tribute to BOB MARLEY ~ CELEBRATE THE LEGEND and is proud to be endorsed by SHURE and performs using their outstanding products.
Annie was appointed as Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM)in the 2017 Queen’s Birthday Honours in recognition of her services to music.*When Covid-19 would allow, Annie was able to record and film her owncomposition ‘HINA KI TAI’ (Ocean Moon) as part of the ‘WAIATA ANTHEMS’web series. “Music is the perfect nourishment for my Soul”. ‘PROJECT annie.c.’ is the working title of her next CD.
BOH RUNGA
Bio to come
CHE FU
Originally hailing from the iconic group Supergroove, Che built himself a very successful solo career that has today left his as a symbol of kiwi music. Che writes and produces all of his music and also writes the treatments and directs his music videos. In 2014, Che was awarded with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Pacific Music Awards, for all of his contributions to New Zealand music. Che is also an established DJ, so he can offer your event something very special with all of his skills.
GOLDEN KIWIS
100% KIWI HITS + 100% KIWI MUSIC LEGENDSA band of New Zealand’s finest songwriters and musicians are proud to present a show that spotlights the best of Kiwi music. The Golden Kiwis play all your favourites from Split Enz, Exponents, Hello Sailor, MiSex, Dragon, Dave Dobbyn, Th’Dudes plus many more. The Golden Kiwis are:Rikki Morris,Cherie Mathieson (Sola Rosa),Harry Lyon (Hello Sailor, Coup d’etat),Rick Ball (Hello Sailor Ticket)Mark Steven (Ardijah),Tony Waine (Narcs).This is ain’t no disco, this is a party, a celebration of Kiwi music. This is the real deal. Oh..and bring your dancing shoes!
Hollie SMITH
Hollie Smith is one of NZ’s most predominant & iconic musicians. After working with numerous bands including Trinity Roots, Fat Freddy’s Drop and Detroit dance legend Recloose, she was approached by NZ song writing royalty Don McGlashan to perform on a movie soundtrack single ‘Bathe in The River’ that topped the New Zealand singles charts and became one of the biggest and iconic singles in New Zealand history. Hollie Smith is a prolific hardworking singer/songwriter and performer, and has always maintained a highly respected reputation of creating music with the upmost integrity & passion, not to mention her incredible live performances and powerhouse vocals.
JASON
KERRISON
Jason Kerrison has spent many years at the top of the NZ Music Scene with his band Opshop, enjoying not only commercial success, but also picking up numerous NZ Music Awards and the prestigious APRA Silver Scroll Award along the way. In 2011, Kerrison was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the Queen’s Birthday Honours, for services to music. This was attributed in part to his recognition as the organizer of “Band Together for Canterbury”. A free concert by 34 artists attended by a reported 160,000 people in Hagley Park, and a gift for the Earthquake stricken people of the region. Now on concentrating on his solo career, Jason is proving to still be a notable and exciting New Zealand artist. Contact us today about booking Jason.
JON TOOGOOD
Jon has had more New Zealand radio hits than any NZ artist in history over his 25 years in the industry. This is made of his collaborative band The Adults and of course the certified double platinum, Shihad. The Adults is a supergroup made up of Shayne Carter, Anika Moa, Julia Deans, Tiki Taane and Ladi6. In 2010, Jon was inducted into the RIANZ NZ Rock’n’Roll Hall of fame with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Don’t miss your chance to get up close and personal with one of New Zealand’s most revered singer/songwriters and front men.
K ONE
Kaleb Hill (Formally known as the chart topping K.One of Illegal Musik) is a Masterton raised rapper. In 2010 Kaleb released his first debut album as K.One, which made it to the Top 20 in New Zealand music charts. He has teamed up with the likes of Junipah, J Williams and Jason Kerrison to create singles that have made the Top 40. Kaleb built his following through the underground Hip-Hop scene – the same breeding ground for top local talent in years past: David Dallas, PNC, Mareko and Scribe. Kaleb’s ability to switch things up in recording sessions and live shows has seen him rise as a true Master of Ceremonies.
KINGS
New Zealand born producer, rapper, singer, songwriter, KINGS burst onto the scene in 2016 with his debut single ‘Don’t Worry ‘Bout It’. The track went on to become the biggest local release that year and surpassed the record for longest running #1 on the New Zealand Singles Chart, spending 33 consecutive weeks at the top. ‘Don’t Worry ‘Bout It’ has sold double platinum, had over 11 million streams and 2 million video views, and took home ‘Highest Selling New Zealand Single’ and ‘Radio Airplay Record of the Year’ at the 2017 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards. KINGS’ quickly followed the single up with his self-titled debut EP and cemented his big year by taking home ‘Breakthrough Artist of The Year’ at the 2016 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, as well as ‘Best Pacific Male Artist’, ‘Best Urban Artist’, ‘Best Producer’ at the Vodafone Pacific Music Awards. In late 2017, KINGS returned in style, displaying his musical dexterity with his independently released debut album ‘Chapter One’, which featured the hits ‘We’ll Never Know’, ‘Domino’ and ‘In The Sun’. Not one for complacency, KINGS then shortly followed it up with his second album ‘Two’, in early 2018, which featured the singles ‘You Do’ and ‘Temporary Me’, which saw KINGS receive an APRA Silver Scroll Award finalist nomination. Despite a seemingly overnight success, KINGS has been on the grind since 2010, writing, recording, mixing, mastering all his music under his self-run label Arch Angel Records.
LAUGHTON KORA
Bio to come
MOSES
Travelling the world as a third of SOL3 MIO, Moses has performed for the President of China, and Her Majesty the Queen of England. As a Masters graduate of the Wales International Academy of Voice, Moses has performed the role of Marcello in Puccini’s La Boheme and was a prominent foothold in the 2013 WIAV evening gala concert inside the Wales Millennium Centre. After being invited by Maestro Richard Bonynge to attend the Georg Solti Academia in Tuscany, Moses went on to perform a recital program in Rome, Paris and Le Quesnoy in conjunction with the NZ Embassy (2014). During his 27 years he has not only shared the stage with Andrea Bocelli, but was a backing vocalist for George Benson.
NATHAN
KING
Only five years after strumming his first chord, Nathan King found his songs and exceptional voice at the heart of multi-platinum, award-winning success, with band Zed, who saw their debut album shoot to number one. Nathan found himself honing his stagecraft in front of thousands of fans in Australia and NZ touring with Robbie Williams, Coldplay, Seal, Duffy and Simply Red to name a few. As a solo performer Nathan’s massive single, ‘Never Too Late’, spent nearly a year on the NZ radio chart. Now as one half of producer duo Twin Cities, with their current single all over TV thanks to KFC, he’s showing no sign of dropping the mic anytime soon.
SAM
ALLEN
Tip-toeing the line between charmingly playful and painfully insightful, Sam Allen is a shining singer songwriter based in central Auckland. Having attained a BA in Music at Auckland University, Sam has been a live performer around Auckland for the past three years. His live performances can flow from melancholy acoustic to upbeat soul, and with energetic vocals and rhythmic guitar playing, he’s an act you don’t want to miss. Sam also carries an array of original songs in which he writes through his observations of others as most great songwriters do. Writing from the heart his unique acoustic pop/rock flavour remains true to the “kiwi” singer songwriter tradition. Sam’s live performances also echoes a deep promise of potential; any true fan of the acoustic genre should sample Sam’s melodies, and witness his performances, as Sam Allen will no doubt follow in the singer songwriter footsteps of our very best.
SONS
OF ZION
Built from humble beginnings, and a drive to create, perform, tour and make music, SONS OF ZION started their journey into what would become a permanent lifestyle. With their self titled debut album, released in October 2009, the pressure was now on the band to tour their new style of music. A new fusion of rock, dub, rnb with the foundation of reggae was about to become the catalyst for the group’s ongoing popularity, as well as a strongly rehearsed live performance. This was confirmed when the band was invited to perform at RAGGAMUFFIN 2011 alongside some of the industries biggest names such as Mary J Blige, Jimmy Cliff, Maxi Priest to name a few. Since then, the SONS OF ZION have performed at many festivals both here in New Zealand and across the ditch, touring with some of our best Kiwi acts. With the recent release of “Good love”, and “Tell her” , SONS OF ZION have continued to fulfill their commitment to their fans and followers, that they are here for the long haul. Although a very young group, with the average age being 25, the focus is as clear as when things began in a small garage in botany downs. Music is not a phase for this band, but more a continuous ongoing lifestyle, which is reflected highly in their pursuit of creating it.
STAN
WALKER
Bio to come
TAYE
WILLIAMS
In 2013 Taye Williams became a household name having made the Top 12 of the first season of The X Factor New Zealand. ̋ Since season 1 ended Taye has released 5 Singles 2 of which he has collaborated with NZ heavy weight Hip Hop Group Smashproof. ̋ His first single “Now or Never” debuted at Number 11 on the NZ Top Singles Chart earlier in 2014. ̋Now or Never stories a person faced with 2 life choices, choosing either has a positive impact on their life ̋He released his second offering in October 2014 “Ready To Love” and is based on a time when Taye was interested in being a Casanova instead of concentrating on his school work. ̋ Both Singles having been included on the NZ On Air Kiwi Hit Disc 169 and 174 which is distributed to all radios stations across Aotearoa . Recently he released a cover of Bob Marley’s “Get Up Stand Up” as a part of a Non-partisan group – “Tutahi” to engage our 18-24 voters to make a choice in the 2014 New Zealand General Election. ̋ Taye is working on completing his debut EP for release in early 2016 and, he is working with the likes of other NZ artists to complete other projects. ̋
TIKI
TAANE
Renowned as much for his powerful, headlining live performances as he is for the anthems he writes and produces, Tiki’s extraordinary ability to rock the mic as both a gifted performance MC and/or a solo acoustic performer is something to be experienced firsthand. Although affectionately known as ‘King of the Dubs’ in NZ, Tiki’s musical influences and appeal are broad, traversing from dubstep, reggae, drum n bass and hip-hop, to more contemporary pop/rock sensibilities. No matter the set he performs, or which country he performs in, the audience is always reminded of the sheer power of Tiki’s ability to unify, warm and wow as he seamlessly delivers a unique performance experience.Tiki’s self-produced debut solo release ‘Past Present Future’ achieved double platinum sales and picked up a swag of NZ Music awards. His beautiful acoustic love ballad ‘Always On My Mind’ rose to #1 and broke two all-time NZ records – it sat in the charts for a record 55 weeks and was also the first-ever digital single to achieve platinum sales.
TROY
KINGI
Troy (Te Arawa, Ngāpuhi, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui) is an actor and an multi-award-winning, multi-genre musician originally from Rotorua and Te Kaha. A small-town boy at heart, Kingi is now based in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, where he lives a pretty simple life with his wife and five children.
Described by the New Zealand Music Commission as “Our Northland Treasure”, Kingi rose to fame after the release of his first two multi-award-winning albums ‘Guitar Party at Uncles Bach’ and ‘Shake That Skinny Ass All the Way to Zygertron’, along with memorable major roles in Kiwi films including ‘Hunt For The Wilderpeople’, ‘The Pā Boys’, ‘Mt Zion’ and ‘The Breaker Upperers’.
Over and above his love for acting, Kingi’s passion for music has led to a successful and ever-expanding artistic career. A hard task master on his own creativity, Troy is nearing the mid-point of his aspirational 10 10 10 Series (to release 10 albums in 10 genres in 10 years). He is a prolific songwriter and serial collaborator, with voracious capacity and freakish efficiency. He is also an experienced teacher with an affinity for empowering the young, having been a New Zealand Music Commission mentor since 2015, working with high school students across Aotearoa, as well as a mentor on ‘Songs From the Inside’, a TV series aimed at rehabilitating inmates through song-writing.
Described by the New Zealand Music Commission as “Our Northland Treasure”, Kingi rose to fame after the release of his first two multi-award-winning albums ‘Guitar Party at Uncles Bach’ and ‘Shake That Skinny Ass All the Way to Zygertron’, along with memorable major roles in Kiwi films including ‘Hunt For The Wilderpeople’, ‘The Pā Boys’, ‘Mt Zion’ and ‘The Breaker Upperers’.
Over and above his love for acting, Kingi’s passion for music has led to a successful and ever-expanding artistic career. A hard task master on his own creativity, Troy is nearing the mid-point of his aspirational 10 10 10 Series (to release 10 albums in 10 genres in 10 years). He is a prolific songwriter and serial collaborator, with voracious capacity and freakish efficiency. He is also an experienced teacher with an affinity for empowering the young, having been a New Zealand Music Commission mentor since 2015, working with high school students across Aotearoa, as well as a mentor on ‘Songs From the Inside’, a TV series aimed at rehabilitating inmates through song-writing.