NRG Rising Announces Debut Album And Release Shows
NRG Rising is the world's first mother and daughters trio to front fresh, fun and conscious reggae that showcases soulful vocals and soothing harmonies. NRG Rising's music has two main themes: one of self-determination, including messages of belief, strength and understanding; and the other of fun, good times and love.
NRG Rising was founded by Benita Tahuri, her two daughters, Anahera-Pono Tahuri-Whakatope and Honey Tahuri-Whakatope (proudly from Wairoa, Ngāti Kahungunu and Tūhoe) and partner Bevin Hira (Ngāti Haua and Ngāti Whātua). The fifth core band member, Trinity Blake, is also from Wairoa (Kurupakiaka).
This energetic, focused, and driven band known as NRG Rising has been around in the music scene for just over 18 months, yet have performed over 50 gigs up and down New Zealand, performed with some of New Zealand's greatest reggae bands - Katchafire, Cornerstone Roots and 1814 - and released their debut single Summertime Party which earned its number 1 spot on Tanui Radio and number 5 on the Top 20 Pacific Radio Charts.
NRG Rising now releases their much anticipated debut album From Darkness To Light. The album rings true to the band's two main themes, containing celebratory, upbeat melodies, heart-warming vibes and thought-provoking lyrics that are already favourites with NRG Rising's fast-growing fan-base.
The album is available now at http://www.amplifier.co.nz/release/66286/from-darkness-to-light.html
NRG Rising have also scheduled a great series of not-to-be-missed album release parties!
TOUR DATES
Friday 11 March
Forge2, Papakura
with Tomorrow People
Saturday 12 March
Opononi Hotel, Opononi
with Tomorrow People
Friday 18 March
Miss Q's, Panmure, Auckland
with Foundation
Saturday 19 March
Ballroom, Whangarei
Saturday 2 April
Aramoho Hotel, Whanganui
Friday 8 April
Frasertown Tavern, Frasertown
with GreenHouse
Saturday 9 April
Clyde Hotel, Wairoa
with GreenHouse
Friday 15 April
Diggers Back Bar, Hamilton
Saturday 30 April
Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai
Tickets available at http://www.eventfinder.co.nz
