Zoe Moon

Zoe Moon (Mahal) is a powerhouse artist whose music dances between strength and softness. Born in Hawai‘i and raised in Aotearoa, the Pōneke-based songwriter blends Folk, R&B, and soul into a sound she calls Folk R&B. With lyrics that cut to the truth and a voice that glides from rich lows to angelic highs, Zoe’s music is both eclectic and deeply moving.Fresh from attending the GRAMMYs with her legendary father Taj Mahal, and with a Silver Scroll–nominated single The Letter, Zoe is cementing her place as one of Aotearoa’s most exciting voices. Her charting single In Person lit up playlists across NZ and Australia, while collaborations with TOI, Estère, Tami Neilson, and her father showcase her wide-ranging artistry.Proudly embracing her roots as a Black New Zealand/American woman, Zoe Moon creates songs that are heartfelt, fearless, and unforgettable.She is performing at the Wellington Jazz Festival on Friday 17th October, and you can buy tickets here:Real Black for Me: Zoe Moon presents the music of Roberta Flack |