Moana Maniapoto
Moana & the Tribe - harmony, haka, and hip-hop.
Moana & The Tribe at PAO PAO PAO 2007
Fresh from wowing audiences in Russia, Moana and The Tribe are the headline act for PAO PAO PAO.
This band has performed their stunning combination of beautiful vocals, kapa haka and moving pictures to audiences in Europe, Canada, the United States, Asia and the Pacific. Don’t miss out on a rare opportunity to see Moana & The Tribe present their multi-media show at home.
Moana Maniapoto (Ngati Tuwharetoa, Te Arawa) has been a staunch advocate for kaupapa Maori music. Many of her songs, such as ‘Black Pearl’ and ‘A-E-I-O-U’ are now regarded as classics.
Moana’s songs are poignant - the messages timely and touching. More than just a band, Moana and The Tribe are an experience.
“I was at their concert. Astonishing! I was blown away! I recommend it to everyone.” - Daily News, Vladivostok, Russia
Band Profile
As a performing and recording artist, Moana, has consistently pushed the boundaries of Maori music with her unique blend of traditional Maori musical elements and contemporary grooves.... To read more, please visit Moana's website.