Black Comet, the multi-dimensional galactic funk collective founded by Ninja, Laughton Kora (Kora, L.A.B, Fly My Pretties), delivers a groove-based journey infused with storytelling.
With Laughton’s theatrical background, this oozes through into the funky tunes created and performed by the band with high-energy and tight performances, while they vibe off each other’s musical force.
2024 saw the band releasing their debut album ‘Episode 1: Looking For a New Planet’, on October 25th. With ‘Ooh Yeah Baby’ being the first single released in May, a special remix of ‘Sleep’ featuring Louis Baker on vocals released in June, ‘R.C’ released August 23rd, the album was accompanied by the single “Looking For a New Planet”. The album launched really making its mark with listeners.
With the honour of playing at WOMAD Aotearoa 2025 (TWICE!), CubaDupa 2025, and Ripe Wanaka Wine & Food Festival they are excited for what is next in their voyage.
Black Comet has become a vessel for experimenting and pushing the ideas of current music. The band has been compared to the “ Millennium Falcon making the Kessel run in 12 par-secs”