26/07/2026
We are excited to announce that Che-Fu The Musician will be performing at the Trafalgar Centre on 10 October!
An Evening with Che Fu & The Kratez will see the pioneering artist perform Navigator, alongside a career-spanning selection of favourites, joined by his powerhouse live band The Kratez and special guests Aaradhna, Betty-Anne and King Kapisi.
Released in 2001, Navigator debuted at No.1 on the New Zealand Albums Chart before going on to achievemulti-platinum status, cementing its place as one of the most important albums in NewZealand music history.
A fearless blend of soul, reggae, hiphop, rock and Pacific influences, Navigator captured the voice of a generation. From the soaring optimism of MistyFrequencies and the timeless groove of Fade Away to the unmistakable Waka, the album became a defining sound track for Aotearoa, earning wide spread acclaim while helping shape the future of New Zealand music.
Twenty-five years on, its themes of identity, resilience, unity and hope remain as relevant as ever.
Inducted into the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame earlier this year, few artists have had the cultural impact of Che Fu. Throughout a career spanning more than three decades, he has consistently broken new ground, using music as a vehicle for storytelling, social commentary and celebration. His distinctive voice, thoughtful songwriting and genre-defying sound have inspired generations of artists and helped redefine what New Zealand music could be.
For this anniversary tour, audiences can expect far more than a retrospective.
Backed by The Kratez, Che Fu’s longstanding band, they will bring Navigator to life in full celebrating both the album's enduring legacy and the remarkable catalogue that followed. Joining him are three of Aotearoa's most revered artists. Soul powerhouse Aaradhna, whose unmistakable voice and award-winning catalogue have made her one of NewZealand's most celebrated contemporary artists, brings her signature blend of soul, R&B and pacific storytelling. Betty-Anne, the legendary vocalist who rose to prominence with iconic Kiwi band Ardijah, has been a defining voice in New Zealand music for more than four decades, renowned for her vocals and enduring influence on Polynesian soul. Completing the line-up is hip hop pioneer King Kapisi, one of the country's most respected MCs and cultural trailblazers, whose groundbreaking career helped shape New Zealand hip hop and Pacific music.
An Evening with Che Fu & The Kratez is a celebration of one of the greatest albums ever made in Aotearoa by an artist whose music has become woven into the fabric of New Zealand culture. Don’t miss your chance to experience Navigator live, 25 years on.
Tickets on sale 12pm Monday 3 August from Ticketmaster.
