Natty Dolaiasi from the Adegege tribe in Lau, Malaita in the Solomon Islands is one of the most powerful voices of traditional Solomons culture. Natty has for a long time been “a voice on the wilderness” expressing the tribal songs and culture. He brings to life the ancient chants of the tribal ancestors, advocating for stories, songs, poems, rhymes and drum beats to be remembered and celebrated. 
His passion is to share the ancient Solomons music for the benefit of future generations and with the music, as with all indigenous culture, comes a reverence and deep spiritual connection with nature and our earthly home. His message is clear: “We are Here, we exist and we are an essential part of this global family.”
Natty has represented the Solomon Islands internationally for decades commencing in 1995 with the renowned Siva Pacifica project. Highlights of his career have included Pacific Arts Festival 2016 Guam, Melanesian Arts Festival 2018, Qandamooka Festival 2018, Island Vibe Festival 2019, Wantok Sing Sing at Womad 2024, Cresfest 2025 as well as the huge achievement of being Cultural Director of the Pacific Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies 2023 and release of his first album, Sifoa in May 2025, via Wantok Musik. He has been regularly touring Australia and internationally since 2018.

UPCOMING SHOWS (VIC, Australia)

Saturday 10 May 6pm: Musician in Residence, Brooklyn Community Hall
Friday 23 May 7.15pm: Bar Oussou, Brunswick 
Saturday 24 May 6pm: Musician in Residence, Brooklyn Community Hal
Sunday 1 June 7pm: The Tap Room, Shed Shaker Brewing, Castlemaine

Sunday 8 June 4pm: Musician in Residence, Brooklyn Community Hall

About the album ‘Sifoa’
The words of our ancestors live on through the stories, songs, and chants they left behind—echoing through time, guiding us in the way we live today, and lighting the path for future generations. The wisdom in these expressions carries the essence of life itself, teaching us about patience, unity, survival, and harmony with the land and sea.

From Aiina Mai, which reminds us of the long journey of our forefathers, to Sifoa, where ancestors shaped islands from the ocean’s depths, these songs hold the foundations of our heritage. The ocean’s call in Lau Omea, the lessons of patience in Kiko, and the teachings of selflessness in Wela Nau Sawe all serve as reminders of the values that shape our people.

Through Roi Roa, we honor those who have walked before us, celebrating their contributions. Isia teaches us to live in harmony, embracing the unity of all people. These songs, like sacred chants, are not just melodies—they are the heartbeat of our culture, a bridge connecting our past, present, and future.

As we pass down these words and melodies, we ensure that the spirit of our ancestors remains alive, guiding us forward. Let us continue to treasure and share them, for they hold the wisdom of where we have come from and where we are going.