On this episode we have PJ Reggae Band here in the CAAMA Music Studio to play us some songs.

PJ Reggae Band is an eight-piece reggae band hailing from Ti Tree, about 200km from Alice Springs. They write and perform smooth reggae rhythms and uplifting songs about country and relationships with lyrics in Warlpiri, Anmatjere and English.   

They started playing remote community shows and made their festival debut at Desert Harmony Festival. And were selected for the prestigious Bush Bands Bash and Business Summit. it is a strong indicator of the band’s potential.

We’ll hear PJ Reggae Band play their songs a bit later, but first, let’s listen to Shilo have a chat with the members of the band

On this episode we have PJ Reggae Band here in the CAAMA Music Studio to play us some songs.
PJ Reggae Band is an eight-piece reggae band hailing from Ti Tree, about 200km from Alice Springs. They write and perform smooth reggae rhythms and uplifting songs about country and relationships with lyrics in Warlpiri, Anmatjere and English.   
They started playing remote community shows and made their festival debut at Desert Harmony Festival. And were selected for the prestigious Bush Bands Bash and Business Summit. it is a strong indicator of the band’s potential.
We’ll hear PJ Reggae Band play their songs a bit later, but first, let’s listen to Shilo have a chat with the members of the band

Live music sessions and chats with artists from the historic CAAMA Music studio and all around Central Australia.
Plus, we dig through our CAAMA Music record label archives for a history lesson on Central Australian music.

Live music sessions and chats with artists from the historic CAAMA Music studio and all around Central Australia. Plus, we dig through our CAAMA Music record label archives for a history lesson on Central Australian music.

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PJ Reggae Band on The CAAMA Music Show

On this episode we have James Range Band, first performing 4 songs in the CAAMA Music Studio and then live at Bush Bands Bash 2024.

James Range Band are named after the picturesque mountain range surrounding their community. They are the next generation of rich talent to come out of the Northern Territory.

They come from the Pitjantjatjara community of Utju and are creating music that makes you stop, feel the beat and listen to their stories. The band is made up of family members who have musical talent running strong in their blood.

Join Shilo on this episode for a chat with the band while they were out at Ross River Resort for Bush Bands Business.

On this episode we have James Range Band, first performing 4 songs in the CAAMA Music Studio and then live at Bush Bands Bash 2024.
James Range Band are named after the picturesque mountain range surrounding their community. They are the next generation of rich talent to come out of the Northern Territory.
They come from the Pitjantjatjara community of Utju and are creating music that makes you stop, feel the beat and listen to their stories. The band is made up of family members who have musical talent running strong in their blood.
Join Shilo on this episode for a chat with the band while they were out at Ross River Resort for Bush Bands Business.

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On this episode we have Bousta while at Bush Bands Bash in Telegraph Station for his live performance.

Bousta is a talented rapper from Mparntwe, Alice Springs. he share’s his love and passion for music with the world, he uses hip-hop to create lively sounds that connect with many people. Committed to his craft, he embody’s the spirit of creativity, with a grind that never stops.

Shilo had a chat with Bousta while at Bush Bands Biz we’ll hear that a bit later, but first, let’s hear him play his set.

On this episode we have Bousta while at Bush Bands Bash in Telegraph Station for his live performance.
Bousta is a talented rapper from Mparntwe, Alice Springs. he share’s his love and passion for music with the world, he uses hip-hop to create lively sounds that connect with many people. Committed to his craft, he embody’s the spirit of creativity, with a grind that never stops.
Shilo had a chat with Bousta while at Bush Bands Biz we’ll hear that a bit later, but first, let’s hear him play his set.

Bousta on The CAAMA Music Show

On this episode we have a recording of Saltwater Band playing live from this year’s Desert Harmony Festival in Tennent Creek.

Saltwater Band are an Indigenous roots band from Galiwin'ku on Elcho Island, around 560 kilometres from Darwin. The members are Yolngu and they sing mostly in Yolŋu Matha. Their songs are a mixture of traditional songs and reggae/ska influenced pop.

Their first album, Gapu Damurrun, sold more than 10,000 copies, setting a record for an independent Northern Territory act. In 2004 their second album Djarridjarri was nominated for Best World Music Album at the ARIA Music Awards and also received a Deadly Award for Album Release of the Year.

Join Cherice for a chat with Manuel Dhurrkay, the lead singer of the band while at Desert Harmony Festival and check out their energetic performance!

On this episode we have a recording of Saltwater Band playing live from this year’s Desert Harmony Festival in Tennent Creek.
Saltwater Band are an Indigenous roots band from Galiwin'ku on Elcho Island, around 560 kilometres from Darwin. The members are Yolngu and they sing mostly in Yolŋu Matha. Their songs are a mixture of traditional songs and reggae/ska influenced pop.
Their first album, Gapu Damurrun, sold more than 10,000 copies, setting a record for an independent Northern Territory act. In 2004 their second album Djarridjarri was nominated for Best World Music Album at the ARIA Music Awards and also received a Deadly Award for Album Release of the Year.
Join Cherice for a chat with Manuel Dhurrkay, the lead singer of the band while at Desert Harmony Festival and check out their energetic performance!

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