Beneath the Words, Beneath the Land - a Maori/Irish collaboration

Contemporary Maori Music and Irish Song

Beneath the Words, Beneath the Land - a Maori/Irish collaboration

Te Kohikohinga Kohatu (TKK) - Taranaki, whose name means "A Collection of Stones" was brought together by Simon James and Morgana Watson to introduce a new sound to Aotearoa & the world. This is contemporary and traditional Maori (Indigenous New Zealand) music in the styles of World, Jazz, Funk, Soul, Reggae. 
"TKK" endeavours to promote and celebrate Te Reo me ona Tikanga (the language & protocols) of Taranaki, New Zealand to share with all audiences. Songs range from tales of love and political issues, to nature and positive role modelling. With 3-part harmonies, haka & poi performances and an exceptional rhythm section - TKK is set to represent NZ in a new light, with a great sound that all can enjoy.

www.tkk.co.nz

Sive is a musician/songwriter hailing from Naas. A multi-instrumentalist, she has been honing her unique style of writing since she was still at school. Having spent her teenage years playing guitar and bass in a variety of bands, she first began performing her own material while studying music in The Netherlands in 2009. 
Since then she has been gigging extensively in Ireland and beyond, performing alongside the likes of Gemma Hayes, Jerry Fish and Kila and appearing on RTE's Other Voices last year. 

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