1814 Release ‘Live Project’
One of Aotearoa’s most beloved reggae bands is set to enter an renaissance era with the release of 1814: Live Project, a stunning visual album and live recording featuring 1814 anthems with fresh arrangements, special guest collaborations, and some of New Zealand’s best talent.
Available from midnight Friday 26 January across Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and all major streaming platforms, the project marks the first album release from 1814 in six years since the band’s acclaimed 1814 Red Album.
Led by original member Jimmy Colbert, the project honours the extraordinary 22-year legacy established by his father and 1814 founder Patu Colbert and brother Shaun Colbert, while introducing a new generation of listeners to the music that has become synonymous with Aotearoa reggae. Captured by producer and videographer Christian Tjandrawinata, the visual album showcases the warmth, musicianship and iconic riffs that have become hallmarks of the 1814 sound. The project was then engineered by Luan Meaker of Parachute Studios, whose credits include work with Stan Walker and many of New Zealand’s leading recording artists.
At its heart, 1814: Live Project is a celebration of collaboration. Bringing together artists from across Aotearoa, the project reflects the profound influence 1814 has had on generations of musicians and audiences alike.
