From the Single (2024)

Living abroad in London, Len Blake reflects on staying connected to loved ones from afar with her track 'Te Piringa', meaning "connection" in te reo Māori. The video intertwines Blake performing with London-based kapa haka group Ngāti Rānana in Finsbury Park. Meanwhile, from his studio in Wellington, Nikau Te Huki contributes rich guitar melodies and vocals. Recorded across different countries, their combined harmonies evoke a sense of connection, bridging communities across the globe. 'Te Piringa' was Blake's first song in te reo, with lyrics translated by Te Huki. It was produced for series Waiata Anthems.