The National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMA) are celebrating their 20th anniversary by honoring the top musical talents from Australia’s Indigenous communities. Leading the pack this year are BARKAA and The Kid LAROI, thanks to their multiple nominations.
The awards will take place at the iconic Darwin Amphitheatre on Saturday, August 10, featuring nominations from the best-performing First Nations creatives. This year, BARKAA and The Kid LAROI are among the standout nominees.
Rising Stars and Multiple Nominations
ARIA-winner BARKAA has been nominated for three awards: Artist of the Year, Film Clip of the Year, and Song of the Year for “We Up.” Expressing her excitement, she said, “So honored to be nominated again this year for three NIMAS. It’s always such an honor to be recognized for your work, especially when it’s from your people. Thankful to be nominated amongst my peers, my mob, my people. Blakfullas don’t just make Blak music, we make the best music.”
Popular rapper The Kid LAROI has also garnered significant attention this year. He is nominated for Album of the Year for his 2023 album “The First Time,” with the single “Bleed” up for Film Clip of the Year and Song of the Year. These nominations highlight the recent success of the 20-year-old artist.
Familiar Faces and Promising Talents
Electric Fields has been nominated for Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “One Milkali (One Blood).” Budjerah is also in the running with nominations for Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Video Game.” Jessica Mauboy has made waves with her nomination for Album of the Year for “Yours Forever,” and the Andrew Gurruwiwi Band is a finalist for New Talent of the Year and Film Clip of the Year for “Yaa Dkamrrkuli.”
Unforgettable Musical Celebrations
Each year, NIMA strives to showcase the rich musical landscape of Australia, highlighting music from all corners of the country. The awards bring together acts that are yet to make their mark on the world alongside those who have achieved international acclaim and ongoing success.
This year’s ceremony is set to capture the attention of both local and international audiences, featuring moving acceptance speeches and exclusive performances from artists like Jessica Mauboy, 3%, and Emily Wurramara. Additionally, a one-off collaborative performance will honor the event’s 20-year history, making it a memorable celebration for attendees and viewers at home.
Conclusion
The National Indigenous Music Awards will be held at Darwin Amphitheatre, Larrakia country, on Saturday, August 10, 2024. This not-to-be-missed musical event blends tradition and modernity in a distinctive artistic celebration.
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