Casual Healing plays The Shed

Nikau Te Huki is a unique composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist based in Pōneke, Aotearoa - and his soulful solo project goes by the name of Casual Healing. For over six years, Nikau has significantly influenced the music scene in Wellington. Establishing a vibrant hub for indigenous Roots, Rock, and Reggae through his band H4LF CĀST. Notable performances have taken place at Gardens Magic, Tora Bombora, Nest Fest, and Twisted Frequency.
The songs of Casual Healing emphasise life lessons of aroha, peace and unity through powerful lyrical scribe woven into smooth reggae, soul rhythm. This infusion creates a unique nostalgic vibe, creating a captivating and comforting essence that evokes recollections of moments shared with friends and whānau. Casual Healing's goal is to create songs that “make people feel like they want to be betterpeople”, drawing inspiration from Bob Marley, who showed us the power of compassion and simplicity.

On 19th April 2024, Casual Healing released his debut album ‘DRIFTWOOD’. Single releases including ‘Up and Down’ have achieved notable success, securing positions on the NZ Official Hot Singles chart and garnering substantial airplay on radio and various Spotify editorial playlists, including Fresh Finds AU/NZ,Waists Reo Maori, Dinner Mood, R&B Feels, and Apple Music’s New Music Daily.