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Toni Janke
Genres Contemporary Indie artist
Occupation(s) Singer, consultant, coach and mentor
Instruments Vocals, Acoustic guitar
Years active 1993-present
Labels Toni Janke Productions

Toni Janke (pronounced JANG-kee) is an amazing singer, songwriter, and musician from Australia. She is an Indigenous Australian artist, meaning she comes from the First Peoples of Australia.

About Toni Janke

Toni Janke has always been a bright student. She was one of the youngest Indigenous students to finish university. She has studied many different subjects, including arts, law, and even theology (the study of religion).

In the 1990s, Toni started her own music company called Toni Janke Productions. This company helps her release her music independently, meaning she has full control over her songs. Besides making music, Toni is also a coach and mentor. She helps other people learn and grow through her business.

Her Life and Music

Toni lives in Meanjin, which is the traditional Indigenous name for Brisbane in Queensland, Australia. She has two grown-up daughters.

Toni loves to write and record her own songs. She often performs her music by herself, or sometimes she plays with her own band. Her music shares her stories and experiences with the world.

Toni Janke's Music

Toni has released several albums and EPs (Extended Plays), which are like mini-albums.

Albums

List of albums, with selected details
Title Details
The Brink
  • Released: November 1999
  • Label: Toni Janke
Eternal
  • Released: July 2001
  • Label: Toni Janke
Jewel of the North
  • Released: 2004
  • Label: Toni Janke

Extended Plays

List of EPs, with selected details
Title Details
Heart Speak Out
  • Released: 1993
  • Label: Toni Janke Productions (CD TJ001)

Awards and Recognition

Toni Janke has been recognized for her important contributions to music.

Australian Women in Music Awards

The Australian Women in Music Awards is a special event held every year. It celebrates amazing women in the Australian music industry who have made a big difference in their field. These awards started in 2018.


Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2024 Toni Janke Diversity in Music Award Won

In 2024, Toni Janke won the "Diversity in Music Award." This award celebrates artists who bring different voices and perspectives to music, showing how important it is to have many different kinds of artists in the industry.

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