Hiatus Kaiyote Returns to Aotearoa for 15-Year Anniversary Tour

Melbourne-based quartet Hiatus Kaiyote will perform two shows in New Zealand to mark their 15th anniversary. The first concert is scheduled for September 3, 2024 at Meow Nui in Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington). The second and final performance will take place on September 4 at the Town Hall in Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland). This marks the band’s first appearance in Aotearoa in five years.

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Formed in 2008, Hiatus Kaiyote gained international attention with their 2012 debut album *Tawk Tomahawk*. The group has received three Grammy nominations: first for the Q-Tip collaboration “Nakamarra,” second for the 2015 album *Choose Your Weapon*, and a third for the 2021 release *Mood Valiant*. Their 2024 album *Love Heart Cheat Code* earned an ARIA nomination for Best Group. Their catalog includes samples by Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Drake.

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Tickets for the public sale become available on Thursday, May 28, 2024 at 12 pm local time. A Mastercard pre-sale began on Tuesday, May 26 at 11 am, followed by a Live Nation pre-sale on Wednesday, May 27 at 11 am. Both pre-sales were limited to eligible cardholders and Live Nation members, respectively. The venues—Meow Nui and Auckland Town Hall—are expected to host the announced intimate performances.

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The touring lineup consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Naomi “Nai Palm” Saalfield, bassist Paul Bender, keyboardist Simon Mavin, and drummer Perrin Moss. All four members have been part of the band’s recordings and live shows since its early years.

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Hiatus Kaiyote is noted for a live reputation that delivers high-energy, unpredictable performances, a reputation that has cultivated a dedicated following in New Zealand. The 2024 shows provide the first opportunity in five years for local fans to experience the band’s genre-blending performance style, which combines funk, jazz, hip-hop, rock, and progressive R&B.

Hiatus Kaiyote announce first New Zealand shows in five years for 15th Anniversary

In a press release, the band described the upcoming concerts as an electrifying night that showcases their signature blend of funk, jazz, hip-hop, rock and progressive R&B. The announcement emphasized the anniversary as a milestone and highlighted the intimate venue choices to deliver a focused audience experience. No additional commentary from government or industry bodies was reported.

Hiatus Kaiyote announce first New Zealand shows in five years for 15th Anniversary

• “with an electrifying night of funk, jazz, hip-hop, rock and progressive R&B as only they know how,” — Hiatus Kaiyote press release

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• “edge-of-your-seat chaos.” — Hiatus Kaiyote press release

Hiatus Kaiyote announce first New Zealand shows in five years for 15th Anniversary

• “The band’s 2021 album Mood Valiant earned them another Grammy nod, while their latest, 2024’s Love Heart Cheat Code, landed them an ARIA nomination for Best Group.” — Hiatus Kaiyote press release

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• “Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, May 28th at 12pm local time.” — Hiatus Kaiyote press release

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Both source articles present identical dates, venues, and ticketing information; no discrepancies or missing details were identified.

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