JOLA BURNS

JOLA BURNS is an electrifying pop/electronic cousin duo hailing from Nelson/Whakatū. Their sound, influenced by the mesmerising vocals of <a href="spotify:artist:1CoZyIx7UvdxT5c8UkMzHd" data-name="Jorja Smith">Jorja Smith</a> and the innovative production of <a href="spotify:artist:6nxWCVXbOlEVRexSbLsTer" data-name="Flume">Flume</a>, creates an irresistible musical fusion. Onstage their live performance, launching samples with live guitar, synths, vocals and drum pads, captivates audiences.

Consisting of multi-instrumentalists Alyahna Sanson-Rejouis (<a href="spotify:artist:0v4Xz06LDEOS0VRzkSbUAk" data-name="Imani-J">Imani-J</a>) and Kahu Sanson-Burnett (<a href="spotify:artist:4aqtlxwiyeckVivMqN9DK5" data-name="Kahu S-B">Kahu S-B</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:1qh3iW7y93m9NaqIdiYX5q" data-name="Parallel Park">Parallel Park</a>), JOLA BURNS draws inspiration from a diverse range of artists. Alyahna, admiring Billie Eilish, writes emotive lyrics in English, te reo Māori and French. Her pop and R&amp;B influences, think Kali Uchis and Sade, infused with hints of jazz and soul, create a dynamic musical tapestry. Kahu, a self-taught producer and composer, channels the creativity of <a href="spotify:artist:5he5w2lnU9x7JFhnwcekXX" data-name="Skrillex">Skrillex</a> and <a href="spotify:artist:11gWrKZMBsGQWmobv3oNfW" data-name="Alison Wonderland">Alison Wonderland</a>, to provide a vast sonic palette. With his diversity on guitar, bass, keys, and drums, he adds depth and texture to their sound.

Already making waves in the music scene, JOLA BURNS released their debut singles &#34;Going Up Now&#34;, &#34;Sixes and Sevens&#34; and “Looking Back At Me” in 2023. They performed at Nelson Opera in the Park to a crowd of 7000&#43;, and placed 2nd overall in the nationwide Smokefree Rockquest 2023 solo/duo National Final.