Mentors

Katie Thompson is a versatile and prolific alt-country artist hailing from the West Coast of New Zealand.

Kim’s musical experiences have been strewn across the globe over the past 30 years.

Born into a world of music through kapa haka and gospel, Kaateramas’ endowed abilities as a vocalist and brass player has seen her emerge as Aotearoa’s newest female Māori music sensation.

Laughton Kora, with his incredible voice and immense talent has been at the forefront of New Zealand music for over the past decade.

Lavina is a singer, songwriter and musical actress. She was the winner of NZ Best Pacific Entertainment Top Female Award at the prestigious 2017 Benny Awards.

Soulful singer-songwriter Louis Baker is undoubtedly one of the most compelling voices to emerge from Aotearoa New Zealand’s fertile musical landscape in recent years.