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Ardijah

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Their sound is timeless and unique, a sweet blend of funk, soul, hip hop, rap and reggae combined with their own distinct ‘POLY FONK’ creation - Polynesian groove rhythms. Ardijah has traversed the ages and collaborated with many artists and producers, nationally and internationally, to maintain and expand their influence. Fronted by the beautiful, charismatic, ukulele playing Betty Anne and composer/musician “Captain Fonk” Ryan, this team has proven its success and longevity within the music industry for the past 15 years, producing 4 successful albums TAKE A CHANCE, INFLUENCE, TIME & JOURNEY. Ardijah’s music has received Special Guest support from music legends George Benson, James Brown and Quincy Jones.

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Member Since: 15/01/2007
Band Website: www.ardijah.co.nz
Band Members: TE MATATINI 2007 PHOTOS AND VIDEO (2 MIN) Ardijah at Te Matatini 07

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Record Label: PolyFonk
Type of Label: Indie

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Ardijah History

Ryan Monga (a.k.a Captain Fonk) grew up in the deep south of Auckland (The Big-O, Otara) Aotearoa, New Zealand. Being of Maori descendants, he was exposed to a rich blend of both traditional Cook Isla...
Posted by on Mon, 10 Sep 2007 01:21:00 GMT

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Posted by on Fri, 02 Mar 2007 20:27:00 GMT

WWW.ARDIJAH.CO.NZ and TO PURCHASE CD'S ONLINE

OFFICIAL ARDIJAH WEBSITE: WWW.ARDIJAH.CO.NZ ONLINE (if US make sure and put USD for currency) http://www.smokecds.com/disc_search_result.php?keywords=ardi jah&t=artist&x=19&y=10
Posted by on Wed, 24 Jan 2007 16:59:00 GMT

Ardijah DVD Release Instores Now

NEW ZEALANDS FUNK INNOVATORS: 'ARDIJAH' HAVE FINALLY PRODUCED THEIR FIRST EVER, LIVE D.V.D. INSTORES 13th NOVEMBER 2006. Shot by Maori T.V. in March 2006 at the Civic as part of Ardijahs' 20 year anni...
Posted by on Mon, 15 Jan 2007 22:06:00 GMT