Katchafire –

Revival 2.0: remixed and remastered (2cd) (pre-order)

The Revival 2.0 album sees Katchafire’s platinum debut album from 2003 remixed by Logan Bell, Stephen Maxwell and Phillip McFarlane. The second disc includes ‘Revival 2.0 Guest Edition’ album uniting roots and reggae voices from across the globe including UB40’s Ali Campbell, Hawaii’s Mike Love, UK’s Brinsley Ford, NZ’s Louis Baker, and Australian First Nations artist Emily Wurramara. “Originally recorded around 2000, the ‘Revival’ album was the band’s first time together in a studio, our first time tracking and mixing and they weren’t as hands-on as they are now with the process. We felt that certain aspects of the finished album left us wanting, so remixing the album is something we’ve always talked about. Twenty-three years on we got the chance, and it was really fun to hear the original studio performances. They still stand up today and it made me feel real proud of those early recordings and the OG team”, Katchafire singer and founding member Logan Bell said. Katchafire’s sound is defined by their seamless fusion of vibrant reggae rhythms with Māori influences, a unique combination that resonates with listeners across the globe, making their music both deeply soulful and widely accessible. As leading advocates for Māori music and Pacific reggae, for almost twenty-five years Katchafire have consistently produced songs that celebrate the importance of whānau (family), unity, and a strong sense of cultural pride. Their enduring commitment to these values is evident in every heartfelt melody they write and every dynamic live performance they deliver, ensuring that their music continues to inspire and uplift audiences everywhere.