I NU Tour
Marianne and Hnawejë Canehmez met more than 20 years ago and since then, have never stopped harmonising their voices. She has a taste for words, he has a sense of melody. A natural musical collaboration which, over time, has become I NU.
Following their instinct, I NU give their music many colours and tap into various genres of music like bossa-nova, jazz, soul, folk, blues, Cuban salsa, or reggae, while also drawing inspiration from the impressive body of traditional Kanak choirs, storytelling, and rhythms from the Loyalty Islands of New Caledonia.
The subtle mix of the singers’ voices transcends their lyrics in Gene Drehu (one of the 28 vernacular Kanak languages), French and English. The intimate expressiveness of the songs, just like stories told in a hut, is supported by an unusual guitar or ukulele fingerpicking pattern.
For their Australian tour, they are accompanied by the very eclectic musician Gustave Wayenece (bass, drums, backing vocals).
Enjoy an evening with I Nu at the auditorium of Queensland Multicultural Centre on Friday 2nd of September, 7pm.
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