Ngaiire
Born: 3 / 8 / 1984
Location: Australia
Ngaire Laun Joseph (born 1984, in Lae), known by her stage name Ngaiire (pronounced ny-ree or /naɪəriː/), is a Papua New Guinea-born Australian-based R&B and future soul singer-songwriter. Her musical career commenced in 2003 with an enrollment in a bachelor of Jazz Studies at the Central Queensland University (CQU). In 2004, she competed in the second season of Australian Idol, where she competed as a semi-finalist but did not make it to the final 12 singers. She then worked with Blue King Brown and Paul Mac as a session vocalist before re-focusing on her solo career in 2008.
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The Teskey Brothers, Ngaiire, Marlon Williams Heading To Victoria's Town Folk Festival
Festival Director Jeremy Furze says that despite the "volatile" time for festivals, "there’s an appetite for live music in more digestible servings and price points."
Live Review: Sampha, Ngaiire @ Hordern Pavilion
Was Sampha's first Australian show in seven years worth the wait?
Ngaiire, Soju Gang, Andras + More Lead Line-Up For South Eveleigh Street Party
Get ready for a celebration of culture, music, art, and community,
Ngaiire, Ella Hooper, Hatchie & More Join Mushroom Initiative To Combat Sexual Harassment
Raw Lines is a social media initiative developed by the Mushroom Group and backed by the Victorian Government.
Ngaiire Teams Up With MSO For One Night Only Event
Taking place on Saturday the 18th of March, Melbournites will be able to bask in the blended genius of Ngaiire and revered conductor Nicholas Buc.
Album Review: Ngaiire - '3'
"A soulful collection of R&B groove and pop nuggets."
Ngaiire Signs New Publishing Deal, Joining The Likes Of Tom Waits & Sufjan Stevens
"This is the start of an exciting new turn in my journey as both a composer and a songwriter."
Dot Dash Recordings Signs Ngaiire: ‘We 'Bout To Shift Gears Now’
"It’s really exciting to finally have a small but incredibly dedicated army of people to help carry this project."
Ever Wanted To Be Mentored By Ngaiire & Middle Kids? Here's Your Chance
Get on the GRID!
WATCH: Ngaiire Talks Indigenous Artists Making It In The Australian Music Industry
"I think nowadays it’s a very exciting time for coloured artists."
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