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KOra
Experimental / Dub / Rock

currently creating and recording the new album



Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
New Zealand

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Member Since6/3/2006
Band Websitewww.kora.co.nz
Band MembersLaughton Kora - vocals, guitar & keys; Francis Kora - bass & vocals; Stuart Kora - guitar & vocals; Brad Kora - drums; Dan McGruer - keys & bass;
InfluencesMeshuggah, AC/DC, Steve Vai, Bob Marley, Dr Dre, Faith No More, Steel Pulse, Sly & Robbie. (Final Fantasy)
Sounds Like ............................................................................................................................ FLOW - KORA LIVE 2006 ............................................................................................................................
Record LabelKora Ltd (World).
Type of LabelIndie


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Dec 18 2009 7:00P
Wellington Town Hall Wellington, Wellington

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   About KOra
Kora are a 5 piece band with huge live presence – vocal harmonies sailing on a powerhouse rhythm section. Solid musicians, the 4 brothers & Dan, hail from Wellington & Whakatane, Aotearoa (New Zealand). Kora are; Laughton Kora on vocals, guitar & keys; Francis Kora on bass & vocals; Stuart Kora on guitar & vocals; Brad Kora on drums & Dan McGruer on keys & bass. Two of the four musical brothers from the Kora family, Laughton & Brad, began playing together in the early 1990’s in a band called Aunty Beatrice. They won the National Rock Quest high school competition in 1991 and the East Coast region of the Battle of the Bands three years running. Dan McGruer studied commercial music at Whitireia Community College and is the only non-related member of Kora. He first hooked up with Laughton when they performed together in Queenstown band Soul Charge playing and writing their own music. In 2001 Laughton & Dan went out on their own, recording four tracks including Crazy Things & Barely Can See with guest artist Lilou from Madagascar. Barely Can See has been released on Loop’s 2002 Select 004 and on the EMI 2004 compilation - Conscious Roots which has since gone platinum. In 2002, Kora was formed as a five-piece, with brothers Brad, Francis & Stu. Kora recorded their music video Politician after winning Coke Cola’s Launchpad and have been featured in several documentaries including TVNZ’s the Living Room in April 2004. Politician was play-listed by 15 stations nationwide and held the number 1 spot on Radio Scopes alternative charts for two weeks, whilst staying in the top ten for 8. The Band headed to the studio mid 2004 to lay down a limited edition EP for both their home market & overseas release. So far the EP has reached No. 2 on IMNZ (Independent Music New Zealand) chart, No. 1 on the Groove Guide New Release charts and No. 3 on Amplifier’s 2004 best seller listings. EP Volume has reached Platinum status in NZ, it has also been picked up by Inertia Music in Australia, Shiva Records in the UK and Unity Records in Hawaii. Kora have completed NZ shows including The Big Day Out, Rhythm & Vines, Soundsplash & Splore & are lined up to appear in WOMAD 2008. They have played with the likes of Spearhead (Michael Franti) & Shihad. Kora visited Australia for the first time during April 2005 with Salmonella Dub & Fat Freddy’s Drop and subsequently touring in Aug 2007 to sell- out shows in Melbourne, Sydney & Byron Bay. Kora are returning on 30th December 2007 to attend the Pyramid Festival in Victoria. They have just returned from a September 2007 show in London & Scotland with Crazy P & Norman J. They picked up a 2006 bNet Award for their radio release of “Flow”. Kora’s debut self-titled album was released on 15th October 2007 and shot straight to the top of the Official NZ charts – debuting in the Number 1 slot. Kora are showing no signs of slowing down. “If you don’t know who Kora are it’s high time you found out. This band has got to be one of the most diverse, energetic and exciting acts ... their live show is “oh my god who the hell are these guys”...” the set 2007 “Kora is a force to be reckoned. The band’s funky, dub and reggae beats and awesome vocal harmonies have gained them a hug fan base.” Sticky Pictures for The Living Room TV2. “Undoubtedly one to watch for the future, Kora are a band that’s spread out both geographically and sonically.” The Package Feb 06. “Kora had an amazing presence, rich vocal harmonies and a uniquely pacific flavour. These boys were a highlight and next year will be a headlining act” Live. “KORA rock! ... have seen these guys go from strength to strength from Whakatane back in the day…keep it up” The Source 2005.

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Dec 14 2009 11:58 PM

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Dec 12 2009 9:25 AM

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Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Dec 9 2009 2:13 PM

Wish a beautiful day and good mood!!!

Good luck to you!

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Nov 27 2009 3:19 PM

Greetings from Mexico
Bless Up!!
 

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Nov 26 2009 4:10 AM

Hey Guys, I have put together a New Engineering/ Networking deal: I mix you for free if, you arrange for myself to have me mix another band on your bill. Let me know if your interested in this sweet deal! 

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Sly meets Kubix



Nov 19 2009 6:16 AM

A écouter d'URGENCE !!!!   Big up .




Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Nov 17 2009 9:21 PM

As always ...

Good luck to you!

Have a productive and creative week ...

Life-Music-Love
IMAGINE LOVIN' PEACE

IMAGINE LOVIN' PEACE



Nov 9 2009 4:33 AM


KOra


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GIVE PEACE ! ! - - Give Peace a Chance.


Peace Sunday, June 5, 1982, Rose Bowl, no nukes - nuclear disarmament - stop nuclear madness concert - NYC - Central Park - June 12, 1982, 1,000,000 person march and rally for Nuclear Freeze. Photography and presentation by Curtis Rainbow. 'Give Peace a Chance' music by Achim Schultz. Inspiration by Yoko Ono. Dedicated to John Lennon.


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julia coleman



Nov 7 2009 11:37 AM

Hello, I am listening to kora and missing Rippon soooooo much! have just moved to Dorkland, when will you be up here!!!!!??????? tour dates please!!!! <3                      
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Nov 7 2009 12:53 AM

Gee Im real stoked u guys accept my add! Mean, how u guys keep it real, sing bout real issues and Repp us Maoris HARD!! Arohatinonui kia koutou, Uz have made my day. x
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Tatyana Sherman

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Oct 31 2009 12:43 PM

Have a Great Halloween Weekend!!!!

Good mood to all!

Life-Music-Love
Del Toro

Del Toro



Oct 27 2009 7:43 AM

Hows the new album coming along dudes!

Betcha it's mean as!
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Oct 23 2009 12:28 AM


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Dub the Magic Dragon

Dub the Magic Dragon



Oct 14 2009 1:29 PM

Sitars n Bleeps - Melbournes first Eastern Electro and Dub festival! This Saturday 17th October at First Floor, 393 Brunswick St, Fitzroy. 9 PM!! Featuring Dub the Magic Dragon, Bulke, DJ Lord Lingham, DJ BP, with Visual Arts from Arnold Eye and Irons! It will be a call for racial harmony in the wake of recent violence towards Indian immigrants living in Australia! We will celebrate our cultural diversity and human likeness with performances from artists of a wide variety of racial and cultural backgrounds.
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POETIKOOL JUSTICE

POETIKOOL JUSTICE



Oct 12 2009 8:03 AM

Hey Kora bruthas! would love it if you could make any of our shows in your awesome country! heres the dates:

POETIKOOL JUSTICE

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Oct 11 2009 3:57 AM

hey kora fellas....
Poetikool Justice the Funk/Reggae/HipHop/Rock Fusion 5 peice that has been tearing up Australia for the past few years is heading over to begin their rampage on New Zealand.
Being heavily influenced by a lot of music coming out of New Zealand like Kora, The Black Seeds, Tiki Taane, Skankamelia and so much more, Poetikool Justice have decided to bring their own style across the seas!
Known for their intense and energetic live show, be sure not to miss what is bound to be some very special shows...

OCTOBER
22nd - Thursday - AUCKLAND @ The Dogs Bollix w/ Blackbird
23rd - Friday - TAURANGA @ Collesium w/ Special Guests
25th - Sunday - GISBORNE @ Stonebridge Winery w/ Blackbird, Brazil Beat Soundsystem and more.

"one fu*king insane party time hiphop live instrumentalist funk band that damn near whipped the crowd into an ear to ear grinning drug crazed kid's party on the dancefloor.. fucking tore the roof off the joint.. absolute fookin' caaarnage.. POETIKOOL JUSTICE, I freakin' salute you!"- http://spoz.blogspot.com
DUBSYNATICX

DUBSYNATICX



Oct 9 2009 10:06 AM

HEY.
How are U? I stopped by to say hello.I Hope everything is fine!
Have a Wonderful WEEKEND!!!
Blessed Love - greetings Danny
Tatyana Sherman

Tatyana Sherman



Oct 5 2009 4:51 PM

Let all your plans, which you outlined in October, will be realized!

Have a great week!

Life-Music-Love

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Oct 5 2009 2:58 PM

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