Chambers extends his heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in the creation of this album, recognising the collaborative efforts that brought the project to life.
Nāti Shores is dedicated to Chad’s whānau, serving as a reminder to keep dreaming and pursuing their aspirations.
“Kia marotiri ai te wawata — reach for your highest potential.”
Hailing from Tokomaru Bay, the artist, has featured on some of Aotearoa’s biggest-selling reggae tracks, including Souljah Feeling by Tomorrow People and the remake of the Herbs’ Sensitive to a Smile, as part of the Aotearoa Reggae All Stars.
Since winning the grand final of Māori Television’s Homai Te Pakipaki show in 2011, he has firmly established himself on the live music scene, headlining music events and festivals here and overseas, and is known for captivating audiences with his “rastaman” swag and iconic gumboots.
Last year, he added to his list of achievements with Ka Puta Mai — his first release as a solo reggae artist and You and I — a love song dedicated to his partner and inspired by the love ballads of Prince Tui Teka.
In May 2023, he released a duet with his cousin Te Ataakura Sharland-Pewhairangi Kei Pōhēhē as part of the Waiata Anthems kaupapa, encouraging people not to judge a book by its cover.
Nāti Shores is exclusive to Iwi radio from yesterday and available on all streaming platforms from tomorrow.
The album is available for pre-save here https://precise.ffm.to/chadchambers-ns
