Featuring sitar, double bass, percussion, flute, sax, guitar, didge and vocals their live sets encompass a diverse range of styles from uptempo ethnic groove to dub/roots to blissful lounge. Ishta have been performing around New Zealand for several years. During that time their sound has evolved into an uplifting blend of Eastern and Western influences featuring the funky bass grooves of Monsieur Escargot, soulful sitar playing by Rob Croft, stirring flute and sax arrangements by Ben Campbell and the soaring, sensual vocals of Josephine Costain and Tui Mamaki.

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