White Sunday 2024

Join us as we explore how White Sunday is celebrated in New Zealand from Samoan, Tongan and Tuvaluan cultures.

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With thanks to the Ministry of Education New Zealand.

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 10: TONE6

Kia ora and Talofa!! Join us for the final episode of Soul Sessions! This week NiuFM presents the sensational sounds of Tone 6, an Auckland based singing youth group whose vocal videos have gone viral! FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika TONE 6 Vilami Va'ai Tupa'i Lika Leavasa Seletute Tu'ima Peachez Vetenibua Selevasio Tu'ima Shaelyn Togafiti New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 9: Grace Ikenasio

Celebrating Aotearoa’s Gospel scene with Grace Ikenasio! Check out her smooth vocals as she performs a gospel piece from Mary Mary and traditional hymns with a Samoan twist. FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika Special Guest – Grace Ikenasio Christmas Ropati (Guitar) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 5: Opeloge Ah Sam and Friends

Kia ora and Talofa! This week on Soul Sessions – 531pi presents the jazz soul sounds of Opeloge Ah Sam and friends as they jam out their favourite gospel songs! Join us on Soul Sessions - a show that celebrates the dynamic gospel music scene here, in Aotearoa. FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika Special Guest - Opeloge Ah Sam Saia Folau (vocals) Travis Horan (guitar) Hannah Reddy (vocals) Rogan Nukunuku (drums) Joanna Strom (Cellist) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 8: Evile

Talofa! Join us on Soul Sessions – a show that celebrates the growing gospel music scene in Aotearoa. This week we have the energetic sounds of Evile Laloata who performs with his sisters in the group Humble Harmonies from Christchurch.

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 1: Nick Afoa

Soul Sessions is back for Season 2! To take us into the Easter season, we're joined by special guest Nick Afoa. The Māngere-born singer, actor and former social worker shares his journey with Soul Sessions host, Sara-Jane Elika. FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika Special Guest - Nick Afoa Larry Nimalota (Guitar) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 2: Ruawhaitiri Ngatai Mahue

Kia ora and Talofa!! This week on Soul Sessions – we hear the smooth sounds of Ruawhatiri Ngatai Mahue, a director in the choir Ka Hao from Te Tairāwhiti, Gisborne. Come celebrate the thriving gospel music scene! FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika Special Guest - Ruawhaitiri Ngatai Mahue Larry Nimalota (Guitar) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 3: EXCEL Rising stars

Kia orana and Mālō e lelei! This week we're celebrating Aotearoa’s Gospel scene with Pacific Media Networks People’s Choice Rising stars of the future PJ Tele’a, Ana-leah Motufoua, and featuring accomplished film composer Andrew Faleatua on the keys! FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika EXCEL Rising stars (Pacific Media Network Peoples choice) PJ Tele’a Ana-leah Motufoua Andrew Faleatua (keys) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 4: Sassy

Bula and Noa’ia! Join us on Soul Sessions – a show that celebrates the thriving gospel music scene in Aotearoa! This week our guest artist is the spirited Bex Sioweli aka ‘Sassy’ who will share some Fijian gospel classics! FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika Special Guest - Sassy Bex Sioweli Larry Nimalota (Guitar) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 5: Opeloge Ah Sam and Friends

Talofa! Join us on Soul Sessions – a show that celebrates the growing gospel music scene in Aotearoa. This week we have the immense talent of Gin Papāli'i-Curtin who will perform some of her favourite gospel songs from Adeaze and Cece Winans! FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika Special Guest - Gin Papāli'i-Curtin Ruby Papāli'i-Curtin (BVs) Andrew Faleatua (Keys) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions S2 Episode 6: Gin

Kia ora - it's time for Episode 7 of Soul Sessions! We're celebrating Aotearoa’s Gospel scene with Anna Grahame as she performs some classics from Brooke Fraser, Hillsong Music and the Invasion Band in Te Reo Māori! FEATURING: Host - Sara-Jane Elika Special Guest - Anna Grahame Lenny Dyer (Guitar) New episodes out weekly | Fridays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ Special thanks to our Māori Cultural Advisor Neihana Reihana for his Te Reo translation.

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Soul Sessions Episode 1: Indira Stewart

Soul Sessions is a web series which explores New Zealand's Pacific gospel music scene. Episode 1 features the iconic Indira Stewart - award-winning journalist, NZ Idol runner-up and gospel music artist.

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Soul Sessions Episode 2: TJ Taotua

TJ Taotua is a singer-songwriter who plays R&B soul, jazz fusion and gospel music and has won two trophies at the NZ Pacific Music Awards for Best Pacific Gospel Album. This week on Soul Sessions TJ talks to Sara-Jane about his musical journey.

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Soul Sessions Episode 3: Silika Isaia

Super talented Samoan singer-songwriter Silika Isaia joins host Sara-Jane Elika on this week's episode of Soul Sessions. New episodes out weekly | Sundays 7pm on TP+ tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions Episode 4: Auckland Gospel Choir

The Auckland Gospel Choir has been a stalwart in the New Zealand music scene for over 20 years. Choir Director Seumanu Simon Matāfai and members of the group join host Sara-Jane to hanuju (share stories) and sing together in this week's episode of Soul Sessions. Soul Sessions new episodes out every Sunday at 7pm on tpplus.co.nz: https://tpplus.co.nz/category/soul-sessions-season-one/ #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions Episode 5: Marley Sola

Marley Sola first appeared on NZ screens on X-Factor with his boy band Moorhouse. Since then he's embraced his independence and gone on to have a successful solo career. Marley shares stories about his upbringing in Christchurch and his music and faith, and performs a powerful gospel duet with host Sara-Jane on this week's episode of Soul Sessions. New episodes out weekly | Sundays 7pm on TP+ tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions Episode 6: La Coco

La Coco is a Samoan-Māori singer extraordinaire from Māngere, Auckland. Since singing at an early age in church, she's become a renowned session vocalist and award-winning artist - all while gaining a Master's Degree and working towards a Doctorate. La Coco and The Family join host Sara-Jane to talk about their music and sing on this week's episode of Soul Sessions. New episodes out weekly | Sundays 7pm on TP+ tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions Episode 7: Lifestyle of Worship

Pat Mose and Su’e Masinamua, also known as the 'acoustic gat kings', are industry session musos and part of the New Zealand gospel group Lifestyle of Worship. Watch them perform and speak about their gospel music journey on this week's episode of Soul Sessions with host Sara-Jane. New episodes out weekly | Sundays 7pm on tpplus.co.nz Made with Support from NZ On Air. #SoulSessionsNZ

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Soul Sessions Episode 8: Lani Alo

Lani Alo is a Samoan gospel artist who has racked up over 2 million views on YouTube for his single 'Alo I Ou Faiva' and won Best Pacific Song and Best Pacific Gospel Artist at last year's Pacific Music Awards. Lani talks about his music and faith and sings a Samoan EFKS Pese with host Sara-Jane on this week's episode of Soul Sessions.

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