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- Cameron Robert | November 7, 2016 - The chemistry between Australian singer-producer Ta-ku and his fellow Aussie singer-songwriter Wafia becomes apparent the instant you hear their voices intertwined in song. On their first collaborative EP, (m)edian, they draw on their individual experiences to touch on subjects like compromise in relationships as they trade verses and harmonize over hollow melodies.
Ta-ku and Wafia live within the sonic landscape of artists like Drake or Bryson Tiller, but their style puts them in a world all their own. With production characterized by weary low-end rumbles and resonant keys, the two float above the music, playing off each other's harmonies. Fortunately for us at NPR, they took a moment to grace our Tiny Desk with a stripped-down, intimate performance of three songs from (m)edian.
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SET LIST:
"Treading Water"
"Meet In The Middle"
"Love Somebody"
MUSICIANS:
Ta-ku (vocals); Wafia (vocals); Sam Kuzich (drums); Will Langa (keys)
CREDITS:
Producers: Cameron Robert, Niki Walker; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Niki Walker, Nicole Boliaux; Production Assistant: Colin Marshall; Photo: Raquel Zaldivar/NPR.
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These guys perform with such modesty, harmony, precision and passion. I can't but fall in love with this sound.
I've watched this video like 5 times lol
6 years later and still so good!
Can't believe I'm rediscovering this again. One of my favorite tiny desk concerts easily.
The compliment eachother so well, both beautiful harmonious voices ! Please do a album 2024
Cmon you tube why didn't you show me this sooner love you long time ta-ku❤
There is something very pure about this performance. It has been 8 years, this is still one of my favourites.
that last song tho. wow. powerful duo all in all
Such a good pair of voices and he's so talented at production, so much respect for them
I only discovered Ta-Ku 6 days ago but I am entirely obsessed ever since and listen to "Songs to break up to" every day..all the feels! seriously!! and he sings himself too! wow!!
Ta-Ku helped me through so much. Keep on doing what you're doing Ta-Ku. Beautiful Set.
Kia Ora
Its been 3+ years familiar with Ta-Ku but never really heard him sing. Very Impressed. Thank you!
The chemistry between the two is just.too.much. Love love love them!
This is about the 80th time I watch this video in the last 2 - 3 days, all 3 songs are great, but I have to say when Ta-Ku starts singing on the third song, it takes me away, far away from any pain or anxiety i'm usually plagued with. I've gone back to that verse over and over and over again.
Thanks,
Oh come on. Producing, photographing, singing. Ta-ku is good at everything.
dscoder and hes funny as hell
I'm pretty sure he owns a barber too
Ben Schebella slavery?
dscoder don't forget the hair
Wafia definitely also crushed this performance with him. They’re voices harmonize so so good to me
All these years & I just realized Ta-ku can sing
Omg! Rudimental + Ta-ku + Wafia= my dream
Discovered this when it just came out, after being a huge Ta-ku fan.
Haven’t listened in 2+ years, but just hearing their voices.. Started tearing up immediately. So beautiful.
I clicked on this SO fast!!!!
you dont know man
Kat lol so did I.
I've been listening to Wafia for a while now! I'm so glad she's getting the exposure she deserves! Ta-ku was magical as always! I love these two together!!
It's about time watching them here. Thank you NPR.
I love his voice so much. So unique, so raw. Obsessed 🥰
this duo is EVERYTHING
Oh, I love their voices
Ta-ku is one of my favorite producers and I had no idea his live session would be like that. His melodies are so powerful that they work great even when stripped to the minimal, like in this performance.
i genuinely love these two with all my heart they deserve the best and iʼll never stop supporting them
I knew this would be good, but I didn't expect to be blown away.
Just beautiful.
Wafia is so gorgeous OMG
this ep was amazing
The year 2018 and I still come back to watch this. It's timeless
Phila B probably my favorite tiny desk guilty pleasure is still the Gucci man tiny desk
"Love Somebody" is my favorite also. I could see this one being a hit!
I relate to these songs on such an immense level, it's like they've taken pieces of my heart and made them into these songs. wow.
thanks for the upload npr! some of the best performances forced out of these artists because of the crazy intimate vibe in this office!
maartrack seriously, right? Something about artists breaking down their music so it works in tiny desk. Idk, it just gives new view on it.
Such a beautiful rendition of this EP, there's something about their music that feels like it's looking straight into my soul.
This is addictive!
what a wonderful performance!
Stunning harmony, adore the collaboration. 💕💕
Australian artists have been so on-point these past few years. Ta-ku, Coin Banks, Tuka (which I'm pretty sure I found from misspelling Ta-ku lol). Last track is definitely my favorite
Taku in maori means I, Me, or mine
I didn't know Ta-ku sung til recently! Very nice voice .
Amen. Great duet!
I be always coming back to this
So that's what Wafia looks like. She's gorgeous. Issa wife. Issa Wafia.
Taku is Aotearoa reppin too... All good. Nice music. Thanks for putting this out there NPR Music.
Not often you get treated to two very different but equally beautiful voices. I'm getting spoilt
Thank you NPR for introducing me to them! They just sound so great together! 🙌
How did I just see this now!?!?
I love this so much,
greetings from Mexico City.
love somebodyyyyy ahhhhh my fave!
"Go buy it now. You don't have to." Best marketing every hahaha
Theyre so cute!! And taku is funny af!!
I love these two together so much! They have such a beautiful, humble energy in themselves and in their music ❤️
Holy moly their voices captives my soul
I think the guy I love will love this, I wish I can let him listen to it
Sorry, I'm late for party. First time hearing these artist. Won't let that happen again. Burning lyrics. Beautiful duets😊✌
Beautiful.. just what I needed💜
hi wafia..she's about to make it big. look at that talent.
I love all your songs, but Love Somebody is definitely my favorite 💚💚
Great voices!
Literally chills. So much love for these songs.
Been following Ta-Ku since his Beat Battle days, I didn't know dude could sing. Not bad.
xD what a journey
You don't look bad for having your eyes closed brah. Brilliant sound, love your music. Appreciate you and love you both, big up the respect. See you soon in Oz :-)
I found this couple through Raquel Byrnes, a wonderful author of romance mysteries. The song "Love Somebody" is breath-taking, just like Raquel's novels.
God Bless you both 💖 so much respect really
ta ku's melodic ad libs have me here melting
i love this so much i will let them stay.
I have been waiting for this to be up!!! YES! Finally!!!
Beautiful!
que preciosidad!!!
Genius
wait wait wait wait wait i didnt realize ta-ku could sing.... wtf?
He can't... lol jk he's not bad.
Was lucky enough to catch these two at a festival. My jaws dropped when Ta-Ku started singing, always just assumed it was someone else on the EP since producers rarely seem to also sing. It was a beautiful set.
this isn't singing...but almost like form of sprechgesang, a melodic cross breed of singing/speaking. (she is closer to actual singing)
he can't.. he tries though and its not too bad
christopher legare yeah he was singing in American Girl and in some stuff on Songs to Break Up To if I'm not mistaken
stunning
Mix John Legend with The XX, and this kind of music is born.
HER voice is so beautiful, Ta-Ku isn't bad though tbh.
ta-ku is much better than i expected lol
Wafia: she is soooo talented i'm shook. voice of an angel. Same goes for taku, full of magic honestly.
Great Aussie music - so proud.
Gotta get LITTLE GREEN CARS & THE PAPER KITES ON NPR! Incredible bands.
I SECOND THAT
Beautiful
They teleport me to a special place
I fell in love with Wafia around the 1:30 mark.
Wafia sounds like a mix of Yuna and Alessia Cara
I waited so long for this to come out!
Future Classic. roster!! #SweatLikeKeith
So nice!
this is beautiful
I'm in love
This saved me for the day.
This little girl was a pianist at age 2, a composer at age 3, a professional composer at age 4, a professional concert pianist at age 5 and ,ade her first album and wrote also for symphony orchestra. She won ate age 6 her first 3 Awards.. Watch her at the video and read also the Quotes reaction - VIDEO Flicht of the Bumblebee - 3 Piano Versions
This hihat so sharp :)
I love it.
chills
Oh my soul...
this what it sounds like when angels sing !
Nice!!
Whoa!
I still need to check out their new album. I didn't even know Ta-ku took up singing now too.
i remember first hearing love somebody at a cafe. i was sipping a latte on a rainy afternoon and it was such a nice vibe
love it !
he's also a gifted photographer. look up his work
Wow .... My man sings!
this is a m a z i n g
huwooo taku and wafia! 😍
thank you for this
Damn I remember when I've found Ta-Ku beats back in 2011,look where he's now.