Jimblah facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jimblah
Jimblah performs at Adelaide Festival 2021
Background information
Birth name	James Alberts
Born	Broome
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	hip hop artist musician songwriter
Instruments	Vocals Keyboards Production
Years active	2005–present
Labels	Elefant Traks
Associated acts	Homeward Bound

Jimblah, whose real name is James Alberts, is an amazing hip hop artist from Australia. He is part of the Larrakia nation. Jimblah lives in South Australia and travels all over the country to perform. He has released two albums by himself and one with his music group, Homeward Bound. Jimblah works with the Elefant Traks music label. He has also worked with many other Australian artists. Jimblah cares a lot about First Nations music and their rights.

Jimblah's Music Journey

Jimblah started rapping and writing songs when he was just 12 years old. When he was 22, he won the Hilltop Hoods Initiative. This award helped him start making his first album.

First Albums

His first album, Face the Fire, came out in 2011. It was released by himself at first. Then, in 2012, he signed with Elefant Traks and they re-released it. His second album, Phoenix, was released in 2013.

Guest Appearances and Covers

Jimblah has sung on many other artists' songs. He has also performed cover songs on Triple J's "Like a Version" show. He covered "Resolution" by Matt Corby and "What's Goin' On?" by Marvin Gaye. Triple J even featured him as their Artist of the Week!

Homeward Bound Music

Jimblah also makes music with his partner, Goji (Georgia Humphreys). Their music project is called Homeward Bound. They released their first album, Whatever You Do, Don't Panic, in 2019. This album also came out on the Elefant Traks label.

Jimblah's Activism

Jimblah often uses his music to share important messages. He talks about social and political issues in his songs.

Speaking Up for Rights

One example is his song "Black Life Matters." This song features Ellie May and talks about Jimblah's great-grandmother, Hilda Muir. Hilda Muir worked hard to get an apology for the Stolen Generations. This was a time when many First Nations children were taken from their families. She also wanted people to get help for what happened. Jimblah wants to continue her important work.

First Nations Music

In 2019, Jimblah started a petition. He asked the national radio station Triple J to create a show just for First Nations music. Because of his efforts, a group called First Sounds: First Nations Collective was formed. This group helps promote traditional and modern First Nations music. Famous artists like Yothu Yindi and Thelma Plum are part of this group. Jimblah also speaks out against racism in the Australian music industry. He helps new First Nations hip hop artists learn and grow.

Jimblah's Music Releases

Jimblah has released several albums.

Studio Albums

• Face the Fire
  • Released: 2011
  • Label: Jimblah (later Elefant Traks)
  • Formats: CD, digital download
• Phoenix
  • Released: October 2013
  • Label: Elefant Traks
  • Formats: CD, LP, digital download

Awards and Recognition

Jimblah has won awards for his music.

Fowler's Live Music Awards

The Fowler's Live Music Awards celebrated great live music in South Australia. They took place from 2012 to 2014. Now, they are known as the South Australian Music Awards.