Te Vaka

TE VAKA

“A stereo-type smashing glimpse into the true soul of the South seas ” - J. Poet

— Wired Magazine USA

The Rock joins Te Vaka and Signature Choir onstage for "You're Welcome"

Matatia on drums performing the orginal beats he created for "You're Welcome"

Douglas aka Fresh started the song, when it came to the rap 'The Rock" surprised everyone jumping up on stage to perform the rest of the song with the band. The audience went crazy!

Performance pictures

Moana Live Action Blue Carpet event in Sydney

Opetaia and Olivia ushered onto the Blue Carpet before the show

Check out pics of the show

Moana 2 Soundtrack Album

Out on the 22nd November

Track listing

Moana 2

Will be out this month! On the 27th in the USA, 28th in New Zealand and Australia

Moana 2 is going to inspire you. You will hear Opetaia's music and all the Te Vaka voices - Olivia, Matatia, Sulata, Melodee, Neil, Talaga, Douglas, Joe, Matthew, Malcolm and more. The Te Vaka drums and drummers will be a feature throughout the movie! Get your tickets now! We can't wait for you to experience the Pacific magic!

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Te Vaka singers with Moana 2 Director - Mr David Derrick

The recording sessions for vocals and log drums were magical

The July/August recording sessions at Trackdown studios in Sydney were amazing. The music for Moana 2 is going to be something super special.

See more pictures of the recording sessions

TE VAKA BEATS VOL. 3

16 track album released 28th November 2022

"TE VAKA BEATS VOL.3" contains 16 tracks of exciting log drum grooves that are sure to get you up dancing. High quality recordings – a feast for all percussion lovers. The tracks were written by both Opetaia Foa'i and Matatia Foa'i, giving a great diversity of beats - something for everyone.