Kora - Fifth Season (Dystopian Drops Edition)

Kora returns with their long-awaited Fifth Season album, a bold new chapter from Aotearoa’s masters of bass-heavy groove. Blending dub, rock and funk, the album channels their signature deep sound while pushing into fresh new territory. The album is heavy, melodic, and grounded in kaupapa Māori, driven by a band that embraces innovation, storytelling, and raw energy.


Known as one of Aotearoa’s most powerful and dynamic acts fusing elements of roots, reggae, funk, rock, dub, and electronic music into a sonic identity that is entirely their own. Their music is heavy and melodic and grounded in kaupapa Māori, driven by innovation, storytelling, and groove.

Their breakout hits Politician, Burning, and On My Mind propelled Kora to the top of the charts, with their debut album going double Platinum and Light Years cementing their status as innovators. Recent singles like Secret Lover, Weekend, Dancing In The Rain, and Gone have kept Kora’s sound fresh and their fanbase growing, blending bass-heavy grooves with soulful hooks and sharp production.


The current live ensemble, consists of core members Fran and Stu Kora, Dan McGruer and Richie Allan, along with new additions Darren Mathiassen (Trinity Roots, Shapeshifter) on drums, Marika Hodgson (Hollie Smith, Troy Kingi, Alae) on bass, and Karlos Tunks (Troy Kingi, MMQ) on rhythm guitar and BVs. Long renowned for their explosive live shows, Kora remain one of Aotearoa’s most formidable headline acts on stage, wowing crowds at the likes of The Big Day Out, Rhythm & Vines, Rhythm & Alps, One Love, Synthony In The Domain, Electric Avenue, Homegrown, and Splore.


Their performances bring together heavy bass, soaring vocals, and raw energy, blending musical mastery with raw power to create an immersive experience. Whether headlining major festivals or packing out venues around Aotearoa, Kora’s ability to move a crowd is unmatched.