Deadly Awards 2001 facts for kids
The Deadlys were a special annual event in Australia. They celebrated the amazing achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. These awards recognized talent in music, sports, entertainment, and community work. The Deadlys helped shine a light on the many contributions these individuals made to Australia.
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Celebrating Music Achievements
The Deadlys Awards always had a big focus on music. In 2001, many talented artists were honored for their work. These awards helped show how rich and diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander music is.
Outstanding Music Contributions
Two artists received awards for their outstanding contributions to Aboriginal music:
These awards recognized their long careers and impact on music.
Top Music Artists of 2001
The 2001 Deadlys also celebrated the best artists and releases of that year:
- Band of the Year: Letterstick Band
- Most Promising New Talent: J Boy
- Country Artist of the Year: Troy Cassar-Daley
- Male Artist of the Year: Kutcha Edwards
- Female Artist of the Year: Kerrianne Cox
- Album Release of the Year: Warren H Williams for his album Where My Heart Is
- Single Release: Stiff Gins for their song Morning Star
- Excellence in Film or Theatrical Score: Mark Ovenden & Yothu Yindi for their work on the film Yolngu Boy
Community Heroes
The Deadlys also honored people who made a big difference in their communities. These awards recognized hard work and dedication outside of entertainment.
Aboriginal Broadcaster of The Year
In 2001, the award for Aboriginal Broadcaster of The Year went to:
- 2CUZ FM
This award recognized their important role in sharing news and stories with the community.
