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Z o E  M o o N (Mahal) is an Artist with a wealth of songs bursting from her soul. Hawaiian born, Aotearoa bred: this fledgling of a musical dynasty may be best known for her work with mega-band Brockaflower, but is earning a reputation for spellbinding performances in her own right.

Z o E blends elements of old and new to create what she calls, 'Folk RnB', her very own kind of alchemy. Truth seeking with a keen ear for harmony, a dynamic stage presence and an insightful sense of lyricism, her songs explore the interpersonal nuances of identity, life and love with an open heart. For Zoe, music is the very fabric that connects and transcends, music is family.

What is ‘Folk RnB’? Besides an excuse to follow her creative bliss, ‘Folk’ speaks to her musical lineage, her fascination with grounding complex arrangements in unassuming acoustic instruments like the ukulele, as well as a recognition of the Black American storytellers and folk culture that came before her. ‘RnB’ speaks to music that moves her and the rhythms and unique sonic kit Z o E pulls from to create her sound. Elements of Gospel Soul, Hip Hop, Blues and Jazz can be found as she weaves a world of influences into an undulating dance between strength and softness.

After opening for, and singing on the Grammy award winning TajMo tour, and dazzling the world creating brilliant blood harmonies alongside big sister Deva Mahal on her Run Deep Tour, Z o E comes to us now crystallized by the world stage. Swirling with the experience of performing on stages like North Sea Jazz Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival, Jools Holland show, and even the Hollywood bowl, she is no stranger to putting on a show. You may have even seen her alongside longtime friend Estère in support of her most recent releases. Between her headline set at Gardens Magic, her showcasing at Performance Arcade and shows across the North Island she continues to make waves.

No longer apologizing for who she is, where she’s from or what she has to say,  Z o E is strengthened in her resolve as a Black woman on the rise and certainly one to watch.

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Leonardo Coghini