Rā Charmian is fronted by Rā Toia-Booth (Ngāpuhi, Tainui) and produced by Hayden Booth. Their latest album WAIATA WAIRUA received widespread local support with features on RNZ, The Breeze, Air NZ, Māori TV, Waiata Anthems, Juice TV and many local and Iwi stations around Aotearoa.

Backed by some of Aotearoa’s finest musicians, Rā Charmian recently performed at the TSB Festival Of Lights, Music In Parks and the Titirangi Festival Of Music’s sold out Matariki Show.

A band of NZ’s top musicians playing a mix of original music, Māori Waiata and signature arrangements, audiences can always expect an exciting show of music and entertainment.

“One of Aotearoa’s most compelling live acts, a breathtaking fusion of soul, reggae warmth, and powerful vocal harmony.”

Rā Toia-Booth is a performer and vocalist who performed around the world for almost 10 years before returning to Aotearoa. Since being back she’s performed across TV and radio - including being the voice for the 2023 NZ Radio Award-winning jingle ‘You’ve Sure Got A Friend In The Breeze’. Hayden Booth has been producing music and videos for many local artists for many years, including the likes of Stan Walker, Neil Finn and Marlon Williams. Hayden has won two international awards for his media production work, and has toured and performed internationally for many years.