I NU ASKS: "T'ES QUI TOI" ("WHO ARE YOU")

I NU ASKS: “T’ES QUI TOI” (“WHO ARE YOU”), A UNIQUE, POETIC, AND ORGANIC MUSICAL EXPERIENCE.

Their first EP, “T’ES QUI TOI,” will take you on a poetic and organic musical journey that is one-of-a-kind. Hnaweje and Marianne, the talented musical duo, have won three Flèches de la Musique awards and have been regularly featured on Oceanian radio and television.

With their unique blend of genres like reggae, jazz, and world music, Hnaweje and Marianne have created a sound that is truly their own. Their EP “T’ES QUI TOI” showcases their talent for weaving together poetic lyrics with organic instrumentation.

Beyond their musical accomplishments, Hnaweje and Marianne have also been recognized for their contributions to their community. They have used their platform to advocate for environmental conservation and have organized benefit concerts for local charities.

Their popularity has only continued to grow, as they have been invited to perform at numerous festivals around the region. Fans of their music praise the duo for their ability to transport listeners to another world with their entrancing melodies and thought-provoking lyrics.

I NU, THE DYNAMIC DUO FROM NEW CALEDONIA, IS SET TO RELEASE THEIR LATEST ALBUM, “ONO ROOTS“

Overall, Hnaweje and Marianne’s success can be attributed to their dedication to their craft, their passion for social and environmental causes, and their ability to connect with their audience through their music.

I NU, the dynamic duo from Caledonia, is set to release their latest album, “Ono Roots,” in three months. The album is a delightful blend of reggae and traditional folk sounds from New Caledonia with a dash of jazz.

For this new project, they decided to go back to their roots and focus on reggae, the music of their first love. The album was recorded in New Caledonia with the help of skilled musicians, including KUBIX (Clinton Fearon, Max Roméo) on guitar and Mighty Cricket on vocals. Gustavo Sandes was in charge of sound recording, while Clément TAMAL (sound engineer of Marcus Gad) handled the mixing. Finally, the mastering took place at the Globe Audio Studio in Bordeaux.

Get ready for a unique and captivating musical experience with I NU’s new album, “Ono Roots.”

ABOUT I NU

I NU, the dynamic duo from Caledonia, is set to release their latest album, "Ono Roots," - reggae tastemaker

Marianne and Hnawejë met more than two decades ago at the exit of a rehearsal room and have been harmonizing ever since. The former has a passion for words while the latter has a keen sense of melody. Over time, their musical collaboration has given birth to I Nu, the coconut tree in Drehu, a traditional Kanak language. Starting in Rouen, their music now spreads throughout New Caledonia.

While I Nu’s sound is heavily influenced by the rich Kanak musical heritage of Hnawejë’s home island of Lifou, it also showcases their passion for music beyond the horizon, such as bossa nova, blues, and reggae. Their music aims to take listeners on a journey, an undefined elsewhere, defined by gentle melancholy and occasional saudade.

I Nu released their first self-titled album in 2017, and their second EP, “Cet Elsewhere,” won a Music Arrow in the World Music category in 2019. The duo is excited to embark on a tour in France and the Pacific, continuing their musical adventure.