The Panthers - Original Music From The Television Series

Leading Polynesian musicians from Aotearoa unite for the original soundtrack to The Panthers, a drama series chronicling the Polynesian Panthers activist movement of the 1970s. Crafted by rapper Diggy Dupé, acclaimed Māori artist Troy Kingi (P. Smith), and producer Choicevaughn, this soundtrack seamlessly blends timeless soul with contemporary hip hop. The trio collaborated closely with the show's creators to capture a sound that honours the era while speaking to modern audiences. As Stuff noted, the music proves essential to the TVNZ series, bridging an important historical moment with today's musical landscape in a powerful intergenerational statement.