HAWKINS

​Hawkins is no stranger to the stage and has been wowing audiences across Aotearoa with his unmistakable and incomparable voice.  Hawkins, is of Māori, Pasifika, European and African descent, and grew up in South Auckland and Taumarunui.  Growing up in a musical family, Hawkins’ path in music was paved from an early age. By his late teens, Hawkins was working as a backing vocalist and a session artist – which he has continued to do for the last 15 years. He has gone on to lend his backing vocals to some of New Zealand’s most well-known artists, including Stan Walker, Vince Harder, Erakah and Sola Rosa. He’s also performed with some of the country’s best bands, including the Levites, Hipstamatics, The Pickups, Jukebox and Big Ticket.  
 
Now, Victor has embraced his stage name Hawkins, “my mother’s surname and the name of many whanau that I love”, and is now embarking on a new and exciting journey with the release of his debut full-length album, which he released in March 2021.  During 2020 Hawkins released four singles and three live versions of tracks from the album, with the songs already clocking up over 300,000 collective streams.  He plans to release further singles and performing his originals live.  A bold and brave move, and this is not a step he’s taken lightly. The album captures the heart and soul of one of New Zealand’s most powerful and unforgettable voices. With a sound and vibe that’s diverse and drenched in concept, Hawkins delivers an outstanding record.
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