The name 4 Corners originates from the 4 elements of the Hip Hop culture: MCing (rapping), DJing, breaking (breakdancing) and graffiti art (Graf). 4 Corners consists of two MC's, Koma and Hepaklypz, with DJ Omega B, and was formed in 1998 with members from different groups within Hamilton.

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​In 2007 they were also nominated for best hip hop/urban album at the New Zealand Music Awards

Ayesha has been DJing for over 18 years. The style music of music she prefers to play (but caters to most) is soul/funk/disco to hip-hop and other genres put in there with good measure.

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She has been based in Tauranga for almost 7 years now and regularly DJ’s at Voodoo Lounge, Master Kong, private functions and different types of events. Ayesha performs with the group Chocolate Box Deluxe from time to time which includes vocalists Lisa Tomlins and Vanessa Stacey.

Archaeo is the alter ego of performance poet Dhaivat Mehta. Focusing on non-linear and psychedelic aspects of poetry, he had appeared in Slams throughout the North Island. As a rapper, he has been a part of several projects, including The D-Day Saints, Legion Of Dissent and most recently Hip-Hop/Funk Duo Tryptofunk. Expect to be taken to the surreal realm of the word by Archaeo for Rhymes & Lyrics.

Captain Houndstooth! - For a decade this poet has graced many stages across Aotearoa and the World. 

Recent orders from powers that be, plunged the Captain into expressive darkness 

Following this lengthy hiatus the creativity is Back with both poems from his self-titled EP, and newly composed words that are sure to inspire inwards reflection leaning toward outwards rebellion.

Hunter ‘King Cass’ Wilson, an independent artist from Christchurch, NZ is one of few Hiphop artists that describe himself as one that stands with passion, purpose and potential.

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​With the purpose of unleashing the truth and daring anyone listening to keep speaking up about their feelings,
music is a way to help the people, then this is his mission through the King Cass Movement while continuing to build the #cassfam (creating a safe space) and exploring new global territories with his music and multimedia shows.
 

Soulful lyrics delivered by deep low end tones and buttery layers of harmonies, her voice is like “honey on a cold day”. Inspired by love and the richness of life’s experiences, Jenna paints poignant images that portray her overflow of wisdom. Lush vocals infused with raw emotion, arranged in delicious rhythmic flow, it is hard not to feel moved by her art. Jenna’s music magnifies the journey of her own healing. One may find warmth and comfort in her influential testimonies that are presented with a vocal range that explores all of the notes in between that of a tenor and mezzo-soprano. Jenna is based in Tauranga and Auckland in New Zealand. Her immediate ancestral lines tie her to Matakana Island and Samoa. Her voice is organic, her energy is decadent and this can be felt in every soulful phrase

Mr Ridl is an artist / producer who is from Papamoa east. He started making music when he left school bringing a new sound to hip hop in the bay. He also runs G7 music witch is an independent hip hop label.

Even with her long list of accomplishments to date, Phreaze maintains a reputation for being one of the hardest workers in the Southern Hemisphere's thriving Hiphop Scene. A Hiphop Entrepreneur through Event Management, Artist Development, Radio Presenting, Journalism, Artist Management (and more!) & supporter of Youth and Community Arts through Hiphop workshops and forums, Phreaze considers herself first and foremost..an Artist.

Ronna Grace Funtelar collided with poetry in her thirties like windburn on your lips at midnight. Cracked lips and blood in the spit brought the sting of reality and impatient relief. Her poetry are verbal polaroids from her reflections on life, dating and a love of nature. She is the two-time Wham Bam Tauranga Poetry Slam Champion. Ronna is currently combining her love of dance, theatre and spoken word to write a solo show, which she plans to debut in 2024.