Naia Releases ‘Slow Burn’
Slow Burn embraces feminine confidence and sensuality, telling the story of two people surrendering to a connection that’s been building over time. A sultry R&B record, it explores the quiet tension between desire and vulnerability, capturing the anticipation of a romance that’s impossible to ignore.
Since emerging as an artist, Māori R&B and soul artist Naia has released five original singles and continues to build her presence within Aotearoa’s music scene through both recorded releases and captivating live performances. Her collaborative work on Kokouri’s album, alongside appearances at community events, WIPCE 2025 and the upcoming Silk & Soul Tour 2026, has showcased her ability to connect with audiences through authenticity and emotional depth.
Slow Burn continues the rollout of her forthcoming project, Alchemized, a body of work that reflects her artistic evolution and the experiences that have shaped her journey. Exploring the complexities of love, relationships and self-discovery. The single follows Don’t Call Me featuring Kings, which surpassed 50,000 streams within its first two weeks of release and reached No. 3 on the Hot 20 Aotearoa Singles Chart.
