Ardijah need no introduction. Ardijah began in 1978 in a Dawson Road, Otara garage. It was here that the seed was sown for a funky future. Their sound is timeless, unique and mature. A blend of funk, soul fused with their own distinct Poly Fonk creation.
They are Manukau’s very own legends and pioneers - from ‘back in the day’ to now.
Ardijah will share the stage with three of Aotearoa’s finest award winning artists:
- Whirimako Black (pure velvet) - New Zealand’s soul diva whose distinctive sound has built up a loyal jazz, blues and Māori fan base with her sublime Te Reo Māori and English songs.
- Ruia Aperahama (multi-dimensional gifts). Hailing from the small rural settlement of Ratana Pa, Ruia’s brand of roots/world crossover music reflects the soulful sound of this gifted singer and song writer.
- Che Fu (founding member of legendary local band Supergroove). New Zealand’s finest Hip-Hop/R&B musician/vocalist.
