Iwantja (band) facts for kids
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Iwantja
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| Origin | Indulkana, South Australia |
| Genres | Rock, metal, blues and reggae |
| Years active | 2002- |
| Labels | Wantok Musik |
| Members | Jeremy Whiskey Steven Brumby Jacob Baker Stewart Gaykamangu Grant Cooley |
| Past members | Angus Pearson Nigel Baker Geoffrey Baker Ossie Goodwin Jason Cullinan |
Iwantja is an awesome band from Central Australia. They are an Indigenous band, meaning their members are Aboriginal people. The band started in 2002 in a place called Indulkana, which is in the APY lands of South Australia.
The band sings their songs in the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara languages. In 2011, Iwantja won a special prize called the Deadly Award. They were recognized as the Most Promising New Talent in Music.
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About Iwantja's Music
Iwantja plays a mix of different music styles. Their sound includes rock, metal, blues, and reggae. This blend creates a unique and powerful sound. They are known for their strong performances and meaningful songs.
Singing in Indigenous Languages
A really special thing about Iwantja is that they sing in Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara. These are the traditional languages of the Anangu people from the APY lands. By singing in their own languages, the band helps to keep these important parts of their culture alive. It also shares their culture with people all over the world.
Achievements and Recognition
In 2011, Iwantja received a big honor. They won a Deadly Award for Most Promising New Talent in Music. The Deadly Awards celebrated the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in many fields, including music. Winning this award showed that Iwantja was a rising star in the music world.
Their Album: Palya
Iwantja released an album called Palya in 2011. This album was put out by Wantok Musik. It was available as a CD and also for digital download. Palya means "good" or "hello" in Pitjantjatjara. This album helped more people discover their unique sound and powerful messages.
