Modern Maori Quartet – That's Us Tour
New Zealand’s favourite showband, Modern Mãori Quartet, are reaching out to fans with their first crowdfunding campaign in support of their album debut, That’s Us! along with special performances from New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.
This 12-date tour goes around Aotearoa from February to March, kicking off in Napier before making their way to Auckland, Whangarei, Invercargill, Dunedin and Christchurch. The tour then heads down to New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Wellington, Tauranga, Rotorua and Gisborne.
As band member Matariki Whatarau explains, “We’ve been singing covers for years and you know, we thought... why not?! The spirit of this album comes from the Māori garage party, reminiscent of the parties of years gone by when someone would pick up a guitar and the music would flow.”
“We strongly believe that real stories told with truth and conviction should be at the forefront of who we are – and that’s exactly what we set out to do with the creation of our first album.”
That’s Us! will feature all original waiata (songs) written by Modern Māori Quartet and accompanied by some of New Zealand’s most talented musicians including Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper (Co-Producer/Strings), Dixon Nacey (Guitar), Chris O'Connor (Drums), Thabani Gapara (Saxophone), Andy Cochrane (Keyboard), Awhimai Fraser (Vocals) and Temuera Morrison (Vocals).
Fellow bandmate Francis Kora promises, “We've been very blessed throughout the writing and recording process - receiving an amazing amount of support and aroha (love) from a host of amazingly, talented people. We have no doubt because of this tautoko (support) the 'That’s Us!' album will be a success.”
In return for fans’ generosity, the fullas of Modern Māori Quartet have come up with some unique offerings as rewards; from tea towels to whisky tastings, song covers to private backyard gigs! All āwhina (help) and aroha will make a difference and the band are offering an online album credit and their eternal gratefulness for all contributions, no matter how small.
So go ahead now and share the word, message your friends, tell your whānau (family), share the aroha!
Past events
Tours
April School Holidays
Looking for something to do with your kids over April school holidays? Here…
Featherston Booktown Karukatea Festival 2024
The Featherston Booktown Karukatea Festival returns for its ninth year of…
2024 NZIHL SkyCity Stampede Season
Watch the fastest team sport as SkyCity Stampede take to the ice for the NZIHL…
Jimmy Barnes - Hell Of A Time Tour
Since announcing his much anticipated return to touring following open heart…
The Gauntlet
Welcome to the Gauntlet! April 17-26 Local comics are testing their endurance…
Devilskin - We Rise 10th Anniversary Tour
Devilskin Announce We Rise 10th Anniverary Tour With very special guests:…
Showquest 2024
RQP presents Showquest. A night to celebrate creative tamariki. Showquest is a…
Colenso College 65th Reunion Celebrations
Join us as we commemorate the 65th anniversary of our beloved…
The Guilty Feminist
Less of a podcast and more of a global phenomenon, The Guilty Feminist, is…
Mother's Day 2024
Treat Mum to a memorable Mother's Day! If you still haven't thought of ways…
'Love Shack' - Ultimate 80's Party
New Zealand's 80's supergroup 'Love Shack' are bringing their Ultimate 80's…
The Doors Live
The Doors LIVE keep the magical legends of The Doors alive with…
CMNZ Series Delaney Davidson - Out of My Head
ArtistsDelaney Davidson, Vocals & GuitarString ensembleDelaney Davidson…
The Piano Presents Play It Forward
Play it Forward 2024 Ōtautahi artists perform in support of the Next…
The Piano Presents Sundays at Four
Sundays at Four 2024 Celebrate the joy of live music in a one hour recital…
Log in / Sign up
Continuing confirms your acceptance of our terms of service.