Tanya Hemi is a Māori singer-songwriter and performer from Aotearoa New Zealand, now based in Perth, Western Australia. Known for her warm, emotive tone and wide vocal range, she blends reggae, blues, R&B, country, and alternative influences into heartfelt performances. In 2025, she won “Song of the Year” for the Blues & Roots Category at the WAM Awards, opened for international artist Nahko, and performed at Blues at Bridgetown. Tanya is currently refining her lyrical depth and melodic signature, with a strong focus on expanding her sound and building meaningful collaborations both locally and on the international stage. desciption
