The spark for Makaurau arrived unexpectedly during an ordinary day at school. Kydis heard his close friend and fellow boarder, Sam, reciting his whānau’s tauparapara. Where others heard tradition, Kydis heard something deeper—he heard the profound love and connection in…
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Rough mix of Makaurau recorded at Parachute Music, Studio A. Producer, Noah Page.
Kydis Watts: composer, songwriter, producer, vocals, keyboard, guitar
Tāwai Kingi: songwriter, vocals, guitar, percussion
Katz Maihi: bass
Tisyn Watts: drums, guitar
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28 Jun 2026
THE BIRTH OF 'MAKAURAU' 
26 Jun 2026
Tipene-St Stephens Matariki Celebrations
Kydis and Tāwai will perform their new single ‘Makaurau’ this weekend for the whānau and friends of Tipene. They will also perform some covers with their school band ‘River’
Kydis will showcase his multi-instrumentalist talents switching instruments throughout the performances…
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26 Jun 2026
Playing at Leigh Sawmill Cafe
Kydis has an upcoming gig at the iconic and historical Leigh Sawmill Cafe! Performing on the stage that launched many succesful and loved NZ musicians over the last 35 years. The Guiness brothers are still creating a hip and safe…
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