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What does it mean to be at home?

The highlight, is of course Havea himself. The vocals feel very reminiscent of the blues, but they are very inviting at the same time.
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Das Joel Havea Trio ist aktuell eine der hoffungsvollsten Bands in Deutschland
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Sein betont perkussives Gitarrenspiel definiert den Groove seiner Musik, die heute nach Soul, Pop und Roots-Reggae klingt
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The experience is different for everyone, but that feeling is one we all recognise.

joel portrait

For Joel Havea, listening to old Tongan music has always transported him to that place. Born to a Tongan father and Dutch mother in the friendly island's capital of Nuku’alofa, Joel was raised in the rich cultural landscape of Melbourne, Australia.

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live performances

Since relocating to Germany, Joel has played hundreds of solo and trio shows in over 20 countries, across 4 continents. His eclectic style means he's played everything from Jazz and Blues & Roots to Folk and World Music Festivals, becoming a fixture on the festival and club circuit across Europe. Some highlights are listed below:

Montreux Jazz Festival
London Folk Festival
Reeperbahn Festival
Copenhagen Songwriters
Bendigo Blues & Roots Festival

‘Uluaki Fepaki / Island Songs

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Setting Sail / JHT

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