Shaft have been a well-known band on the local scene since their inception in 1992. Over this time they have released a 7-song mini-album, Pooty (1996), and a couple of EPs. These releases spawned a number of student radio hits, including Downhill Racer, which surprised listeners with a lush orchestrated arrangement.

Shaft went on to perform extensively throughout the country and amassed an ardent following as a superb live act.

For more information check out the muzic.net.nz Profile for Shaft

Shaft first debuted in the Official New Zealand Top 40 Singles on 7 November 1999 with the song Mucho Mambo. There is one entry by Shaft in the charts with one reaching Number One.