Acclaimed Polynesian singer Olivia Foa’i (Te Vaka) has released “Sunlight,” a warm song of optimism and gratitude, written on the rainiest of days. The feel-good,…
Polynesian Star Olivia Foa’i Unveils Sunlight, an English-Tokelau Anthem
Tag: Polynesian music
Te Vaka’s Olivia Foa’i Presents Dance Film “Ta Ke Mate”
Polynesian artist Olivia Foa’i (Te Vaka) has released a dance video titled “Ta Ke Mate.” The video features music from the recent “Te Vaka Beats…
Steel Guitar across the Pacific
Australian steel guitar player Paul Agar has released an instrumental lounge album under the name The South Pasifika Sound Project that celebrates the music of…
Interview with Polynesian Percussion Maestro Matatia Foa’i
Matatia Foa’i, the master percussionist of Polynesian fusion band Te Vaka, has released a superb percussion album titled “Te Vaka Beats Vol. 2.” Matatia talked…
The Fantastic World of Polynesian Log Drums
Te Vaka – Te Vaka Beats Vol. 2 (Spirit of Play Productions, 2020) Te Vaka is a fabulous Polynesian band that is known for its…
New Single from Te Vaka’s Olivia Foa’i
Olivia Foa’i’s 2nd single “My Way” goes back to her Polynesian roots while still maintaining a mainstream feel. A bilingual Tokelauan-English track, “My Way” displays…
Artist Profiles: Te Vaka
Te Vaka is a unique 12 piece Polynesian group that has enchanted the world with the music, costume and dance of the South Pacific since.…
Artist Profiles: Matato’a
Matato’a is a Chilean music and dance group from Rapa Nui (Easter Island) in the Pacific. The name of the group means The Warriors. It…