Pacific Reggae to Riddu Riđđu 2015

We are happy to announce reggae / roots band Katchafire from Aotearoa / New Zealand to this years festival line-up. Katchafire is a well known name in the southern hemispheres reggae world and has for years played at festivals together with other known profiles such as The Wailers, UB 40, Shaggy and Lauryn Hill. 

Festival Director Karoline Trollvik says Katchafire is a self-proclaimed all Maori reggea band. "Reggea and roots are genres that have distinguished themselves on New Zealand and gained a unique expression, especially in Maori / Polynesian communities and Katchafire represent this synchrony in a perfect way," says Trollvik. Members of Katchafire emphasizes their indigenous inheritage and their style is feel-good and genuine.    

"Reggae roots and is very much about love and respect, and this also characterizes Katchafires stage performances. The band is known for its charming enthusiasm that easily rubs off on to the audience. Riddu-audience are sure to smile wide and dance to this, says the festival director.

Previous announced acts for Riddu Riđđu 2015 are Amoc, Resirkulert, Arvvas and Nanook.

Music: 

https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/best-so-far/id630270419

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jH3TiUbeas0

http://www.katchafire.co.nz/