[ Ode Records / CD ]
Release Date: Monday 28 July 2008
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Leon's debut features some well known covers such as "Mum", made famous by Prince Tui Teka, alongside his original tracks and the writing collaboration he shares with Ngamaru Raerino.
'It's a Love Thing' is the debut release from Hamilton born Leon Wharekura. He began his career with a three year stint as back up singer and soloist for the Billy T James Show Band. During this time he sang alongside his close friend Taisha who also features on the album.
After a spell working in Sydney Leon returned to New Zealand where he sang in bands Special Edition, and Good Company. This was followed by a spell in China, Perth, and numerous New Zealand projects.
'It's a Love Thing' features some well known covers such as "Mum", made famous by Prince Tui Teka, alongside original tracks by Leon Wharekura and the writing collaboration he shares with Ngamaru Raerino. The tracks are on the easy side of life with great melodies from Leon.
1. It's The Mood That I'm In
2. Fly Me To The Moon
3. Maybe You'll Be There
4. Wild Is Love
5. Weaver Of Dreams
6. Where Are You
7. Sunday Kind Of Love
8. How Deep Is The Ocean
9. This Heart Of Mine
10. I'm Through With Love
11. All The Way
12. All By Myself
13. If You Were Mine
14. Talk To Me Baby Tell Me Lies