Pōneke-based Tahini Bikini are known for their distinctive sound, a combination of extremely danceable funk, soul and pop influences elevated by frontwoman Mads Taylor's frank, feisty lyrics and smoky voice.

The seven-piece group released their debut album Fever Dream in 2022, and have since become a fixture at festivals across Aotearoa, performing at Rhythm & Vines, Great Sounds Great, Welcome to Nowhere, Cuba Dupa, Outfield, Twisted Frequency and more. In 2025 Tahini Bikini released a run of confident, polished singles, with lines like "tell me does it taste good when you lick those boots?" from 'Mother' emphasising a turn towards a more pointed, critical tone in the Mads' songwriting.

25-year-old Jemima Whyte is the newest alto saxophonist, singer and composer bringing a refreshing voice to the UK jazz, funk and soul scene. Her distinctive sound, rich arrangements and captivating live shows have been exciting audiences in venues across the UK. Jemima's 7-piece band blend heavy funk and afro grooves with rich, harmonised horn lines, whilst incorporating her love for old school soul, dub and retro sounds. Her iconic all-female horn section, heavy improvisation and soulful vocals are not one to miss this Sept.

Tickets are available via Dice.fm!

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