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The Yard.
For the music. For the people.
Volcom Lane, Raglan
Wed-Sun

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- SUPRISE GUEST SPOTLIGHT - KARIOI AND KAVA -
- WHĀINGAROA/RAGLAN - 24/10/26 - WIREMU -
@wiremutahi @wiremu.co.nz

Wiremu is a proud Māori boy with whānau links to the King Country, Taranaki and Whāingaroa/Raglan.

Born on a couch 20 years ago in this little town we call Whāingaroa/Raglan. He spent the first stint of his life with Mum on the solo benefit. It wasn’t flash, but they always had a radio going, that’s where he found a love for music.

He started rapping and singing along to artists like Cypress Hill, Tupac, Biggie and all the rest of them OG old heads. He loved Michael Jackson, Lauryn Hill and other talented singers.

Destined to make musi, Over time Wiremu started writing his own lyrics and put in the mahi to figure out the different nicks and nacks when it came to spitting his rhymes.

He sees music as a form of expression and creativity, telling stories in a way that can help others, yourself, or even just to get it out.

When asked, “Who inspires you?”, Wiremu replied:

“My main inspirations aren’t necessarily limited to big stars and acts, rather people who have come from not much and made heaps (opportunity & life) out of their music. Tom Scott, MELODOWNZ, Manu, Mokomokai and more talented artists from Aotearoa. These are all normal people who made a name out of what they do by sharing what they love.”

Tickets available at www.eventfinda.co.nz
And link in bio.

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KARIOI AND KAVA

Music, art, kava and the unmistakable wairua of Aotearoa and the pacific islands.

This Labour Weekend, Māori and Pasifika creatives from around the motu come together in Whāingaroa/Raglan to celebrate indigenous identity, culture, community and creativity.

KARIOI AND KAVA ‘ART EXHIBITION’ - @theparlour_raglan
58 Wallis Street, Whāingaroa
Saturday 24th October, 10am - Sunday 26 October
Explore a curated collection of Māori and Pasifika mahi toi, shop, connect and soak up the atmosphere.

Stay tuned to see who are the talented artists that will be sharing there mahi with you.

KARIOI AND KAVA - @the_yard_raglan - Volcome Lane
Whāingaroa/Raglan
Saturday 24th October - 8pm till late

Headlining the night is Aotearoa’s own MELODOWNZ, bringing his unmistakable flow, storytelling and Pacific rooted sound, alongside Tony Douglas on the decks.

Opening the night, KANIKANI’Y sets the mood with soulful, funky selections, followed by born and bred Whāingaroa local Wiremu, bringing fresh verses and his own unique flow. Later, 2BREW takes over the decks to move the wairua and ignite the dancefloor.

Premium Vanuatu kava from @fourshellskava
will flow, while whakairo stand as pou within the space, grounding and holding the kaupapa.

THE YARD SALE - Whāingaroa/Raglan - Volcome Lane
Saturday 24th cOctober - 10am to 3pm
@___theyardsale

Come through for preloved clothing, MELODOWNZ merch, drinks, kava and live sounds from TUNAS_TUNES and Tony Douglas.

From day to night, KARIOI AND KAVA is about uplifting Māori and Pasifika creatives, backing local talent and celebrating the diverse cultures that make us who we are.

Come as you are. Support local. Support Māori and Pasifika.

Tickets for KARIOI AND KAVA available via www.eventfinda.co.nz and link in bio,
Follow TUNA_TOWN on Instagram for updates.

Be sure to check out and support all the multi talented artists that have mahi showing throughout Labour weekend all across Whāingaroa at many different galleries and spaces for the @raglanartsweekend

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- SOUND SELECTOR SPOTLIHT - #2 RUA -
- KARIOI AND KAVA - 24th OCTOBER -
- THE YARD - WHĀINGAROA/RAGLAN - 2BREW
@2brewmusic

"2BREW are a DJ DUO from the far north. Their journey began in 2025 and since then they have been exploring the motu through music, sound and dance.

Labour weekend marks there official one year anniversary of djing, they are coming in hot off playing many gigs so trust me when i say you dont want to miss this set.

Their sets bring together sounds that feel familiar from the shed, the backyard and beyond. music that simply makes you feel good, gets your heart pumping and connects us to each other, our cultures and our tīpuna. When they perform they only have one goal…follow the feeling.

When asked why people should come hear them play at'KARIOI AND KAVA' 2BREW said :

"Its its simple two wāhine. One vibe. All cultures. One dance floor.”

Tickets on final release now at www.eventfinda.co.nz and in TUNA_TOWN bio.

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Today I’m back in Gisborne, dropping off the rental truck and wrapping up the On a Roll Tour.

It’s a bittersweet moment. After so many years, breakdowns, repairs and unforgettable journeys, it’s time to say goodbye to the Pineapple Express. This van has carried Bigbada Boom, the sound system, and so many beautiful sessions and memories across Aotearoa. She’s been through a lot with me. 💚

Being back in my hometown for the first time since Cyclone Gabrielle forced my whānau to leave has brought up a lot of emotions. My childhood home has since been bulldozed, and being back here brings so many memories flooding in. Some chapters of life close in ways you never expect.

Through all of this, I’m incredibly grateful for the support shown to Bigbada Boom and our Givealittle fundraiser. Thanks to you all, I’ve found an alternative vehicle to keep things moving. But it’s going to be a long road ahead, paying off the finance while keeping my business running and continuing to bring sound system culture to the people.

Every donation, share, message and bit of support makes a difference. If you’re still able to help, our Givealittle is still open. Link in Bio

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for backing Bigbada Boom and helping keep this kaupapa alive.

Big respect to you all. One love, big bass, and onwards we roll. 🔊💚🍍

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I first heard @chaii_music perform during Music in the Park series back in January. Of more than 30 acts I saw during that series CHAII is an absolute stand out,
Her music has a unique sound. Her new albom VIP Very Important Persian releases tomorrow Friday October 16th
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Check out this chat with @erons_david_ to get to know Chaii better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvxebzTqlCw
Concert details
#KiwiMusicians #PersianKiwis #KiwiCreatives #NZMusic #NZphotography #ChatsWithErons
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November NZ concert dates
WELLINGTON Thurs 19th @meowedwardst
AUCKLAND Friday 20th @thetuningfork
RAGLAN Saturday 21st @the_yard_raglan
MT MAUNGANUI Saturday 27th @totara_street
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IF you are attending Chaii's upcoming Auckland or Raglan concerts I will see you there

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grooveman Spot's DJ Show
October 4, 2024
at The Yard, Raglan, New Zealand

A Big Thanks to
Cian&Kyoko
and The Shirai Family.
One Love.

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- SOUND SELECTOR SPOTLIGHT - #1 TAHI -
- KARIOI AND KAVA - 24/10/26 -
- WHĀINGAROA/RAGLAN - NÂÂWIÉ/KANIKANI'KY -
@now_we_are_ @kanikani_ky

Nââwié is a proud indigenous wāhine toa, her ancestors are from Pwäräiriwa Kanaky & she has Anglo-Argentinian lineage ("probably related to Marie Antoinette tbh")

"I am water, born in water on the hottest day of 1993 in a backyard of grey lynn, Nââwiè means a field of waves, my totem is water and sharks, my clan are water and my whānau in Pwäräiriwa live by a huge awa and i reside on Te Motu-arai-roa / Waiheke island .
Our ancestral chiefs spoke stories around waterfalls and this rhythm of the water falling was the original backing track inspiring Kaneka music from my Kanaky kin."

Both of her parents are strong isurgent activists and both of her siblings are in cornerstones of government and gig spaces across the motu.

Nááwié is a Artist, performer, activist, storyteller and is a soulful sound selector under the name KANIKANI’KY

Tune in to KANIKANI’KY on 'Glovebox Resort' radio Fridays 6-8pm 88.3/104.7FM @waihekeradio were she spins some of her favourite tracks by artists she loves such as Romi Rights, Moonshines, Erykah Badu, Ron Trent, Gallegos, Linton Kwesi Johnson, Gil Scott -Heron, and more.

When asked what people can expect to hear at karioi and kava her response was :

"Music is a network, a conduit, a sonic web weaving connections and kōrero, My Kaiori & Kava set will echo the three claps 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 in the kava sesh: for the past, present and future. Expect a non-linear journeying, ancestors present and vibrations surging"

Tickets on final release at www.eventfinda.co.nz or follow the link in bio.

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Big love to this shining light @tikitaane pleasure jamming with you brother. Love ya! 🔥 Thank you Ru 📸 @captured_by_ru always snapping the memories x

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Can’t Hide Love @earthwindandfire 🎸

#guitarsolo #livemusic #canthidelove #earthwindandfire #nzmusic

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Had the most sensational end to the EP tour last weekend at @the_yard_raglan with @star.musicccc !! A huge warm hug and a kiss on the cheek to everyone that came to a show - oh how much that means to me!! 💋

Holy heck can’t believe it’s over! But now I have so much time! And I want to hang out with you! I promise I’ll start replying to my messages 🐥

Keep listening to the damn thing okay! Love you x

📷 by the lovely @levisantanaaa_

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Made it to Aotearoa!!! See you tonight Christchurch (@ The Loons in Lyttleton)! First time performing on the South Island!

Oct 7 @ The Loons Lyttelton • with @markvanilau
Oct 8 @meowedwardst Wellington • with @matiu_te_huki_maori_musician
Oct 9 @totara_street Mount Maunganui • CO-HEADLINE with @tikitaane feat. @salty_chops
Oct 10 @the_yard_raglan Raglan • CO-HEADLINE with @TikiTaane + @atmosphere.nz
Oct 11 @leighsawmill, Leigh NZ • with @mihirangipix

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Raglan you filled our cups to the brim !! Highlights include sausies on the beach, knitting at Manu Bay, going for a swim and reading in the sunshine ⛱️ oh and the gig of course !!

Thank you thank you for a beautiful time 🩵

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