10 November 2023 - 0 Comments

Luke Whaanga releases his first studio album Home which showcases his range and powerhouse voice.

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Luke’s recent heart surgery has led to new reflections, including “That this is only the beginning. As long as my hearts got a beat – so will I". He also adds that this album has been a long time coming and it’s finally here. A whole album with my name on it and it feels so good” says Luke.

Luke’s first album Home represents his return to the stage after a five year break. “Home isn’t four walls and a ceiling, it’s a feeling, and Home for me is on a stage” says Luke.

Now an independent artist Luke is looking to spread his wings and explore different types of music. Reggae roots will always be my happy place but I want to see what else I can do. I just want to give it a go. I’ll never know if I don’t try.

Funkedified is the focus track for this Album. The song is intended to bring back some old school. “They don’t make songs like they used to, so I wanted to bring back some funk and soul and put a little jiggle to your wiggle. This song gets you to release your mind and get funkedified” adds Luke.

Luke is well known for his powerhouse vocals and Kiwi classics such as Souljah Feeling and Irie Music and his time in Tomorrow People and on NZ Idol. His more recent release success was Ūkaipō/Home, which is nearly at two million streams on Spotify and additionally, an adapted version for this year’s Warriors legendary season which is also included on this Album.

This is the first of many more albums to come. Luke is thankful for the support of his little team and his loyal fans. More Jah.

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