Radical Son facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Radical Son
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| Birth name | Dave Leha |
| Also known as | Dave Clive |
| Genres | hip hop, reggae, dub, R’n’B |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Labels | Wantok Musik |
David Leha, known as Radical Son, is a talented singer. He has roots in both the Kamilaroi people of Australia and the Tongan islands. He is known for his powerful voice and unique blend of music styles.
Radical Son was part of a group called the GetUp Mob. In 2008, they released their own version of the famous song "From Little Things Big Things Grow". This song became very popular and reached number 4 on the ARIA Singles Chart. The ARIA Charts show the most popular songs in Australia. Other artists in the GetUp Mob included the original writers of the song, Kev Carmody and Paul Kelly.
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Radical Son's Music Journey
Radical Son's second album is called Cause 'n Effect. It came out in October 2014 through Wantok Music. This album featured other amazing artists like Archie Roach and Emma Donovan.
Music for the Stage
Radical Son also performed in an opera called The Rabbits. An opera is like a play where most of the story is sung. This opera was based on a popular children's book. The music for The Rabbits was written by Kate Miller-Heidke. The show was very successful and won four Helpmann Awards. These awards celebrate great performances in Australian theatre and music.
Live Performances
In 2016, Radical Son performed at WOMADelaide. This is a big music festival that celebrates world music, arts, and dance. It's a place where artists from all over the world come to share their culture.
Songs for Change
In 2017, Radical Son recorded a song called "Leave them Tents Alone!!". He sang it to the tune of a famous Pink Floyd song. He wrote this song to speak up for homeless people. It was a protest against the removal of their tents and belongings in Sydney. This shows how Radical Son uses his music to talk about important issues.
Albums and Songs
Radical Son has released several albums. Each album shares his unique sound and stories.
Studio Albums
Here is a list of his studio albums:
| Title | Album details |
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| Radical Son |
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| Cause 'n Affect |
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| Bilambiyal |
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Awards and Nominations
Radical Son's music has been recognized with awards.
ARIA Music Awards
The ARIA Music Awards are a big event in Australia. They celebrate the best music and artists each year.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
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| 2024 | Bilambiyal | Best World Music Album | Nominated |
