Valley Kids are Nai McGregor, Daniel Sugrue, Peter Riley, Ihaka Tukapau and Keanu Te Kawa. The rhythmically tight five
piece brings experiences from Tomorrow People, NLC, and Half Cast to craft full and energetic arrangements that move
over solid soul and RnB grooves. Deft guitar riffs weave with heavy synths, three part harmonies and deep, warm melodies
to bind each song together.
Drawing on influences such as Kora, L.A.B, Valley Kids have it all. Honed musicianship and a sound that acknowledges its
soul, funk and reggae roots while flexing forward. The combination of each member's mana and skills builds a style that is
both familiar and cleverly layered. With music that resonates beyond the stage and speakers, Valley Kids are a band from
the streets, for the people.
Formed by Sugrue and Riley, in late 2020, Valley Kids has already made a significant splash, performing throughout
summer on main festival stages. Gathering a fast following with their consistent flow of content including their first single
‘Money’, Valley Kids are now producing their second single with DJ Mu at Bays Studio with a full album arriving in 2022.
See them at festivals and venues this summer including a headline slot at Marlborough Sounds ‘Summer Sounds Festival’,
Jan 22’.