TAWAZ is a Palmerston North-born Māori artist and singer-songwriter who champions te reo Māori through music and has collaborated with the likes of Stan Walker, Troy Kingi, Maisey Rika and many more. Winning two awards at the 2024 Aotearoa Music Awards and a finalist for the 2024 APRA Maioha Award, TAWAZ brings a deep cultural perspective and linguistic expertise, enriching the storytelling and authenticity of Elemental.