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The next track New Zealand reggae legends Katchafire are lifting from their upcoming Revival 2.0 Guest Edition album is a collab with fellow Aoteroan/New Zealander Louis Baker, releasing ‘Who You With’ on 13 March 2026. Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Louis Baker has won over listeners around the globe with his signature offering: slow-cooked modern soul for the people.

Baker reflected on being invited to collaborate on the release, “I remember when Who You With first dropped – I loved that song. It was the one me and my mates would sing at parties. When I got the call asking if I’d be on the record and what track I wanted to jump on, it was always going to be that one. Big love to the Katchafire whānau for bringing me in.”

Katchafire frontman Logan Bell said, “This collaboration really felt natural—Katchafire’s original vibe and Louis Baker’s smooth young R&B style just fit perfectly. His voice brings a fresh, personal touch to the song.”

The Revival 2.0 Guest Edition brings together an extraordinary lineup – every month leading up to the album drop, a single from their platinum debut album will be released featuring special guest singers including Hawaii’s Mike Love and Australian First Nations voice Emily Wurramara, with more roots and reggae icons set to be unveiled throughout the year.

Katchafire’s musical style is characterised by the integration of vibrant reggae rhythms with Māori influences, resulting in a distinctive sound that appeals to audiences worldwide. As prominent advocates for Māori music and Pacific reggae, Katchafire have, for nearly twenty-five years, consistently released songs that highlight the significance of whānau (family), unity, and cultural pride. Their unwavering dedication to these principles is reflected in both their melodic compositions and dynamic live performances, ensuring their music remains inspirational and uplifting to listeners globally.

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Katchafire’s sound is defined by their seamless fusion of vibrant reggae rhythms with Māori influences, a unique combination resonates with listeners across the globe, making their music both deeply soulful and widely accessible.

As leading advocates for Māori music and Pacific reggae, for almost twenty-five years Katchafire have consistently produced songs that celebrate the importance of whānau (family), unity, and a strong sense of cultural pride. Their enduring commitment to these values is evident in every heartfelt melody they write and every dynamic live performance they deliver, ensuring that their music continues to inspire and uplift audiences everywhere.