King Stingray took house the title of “one of the best album of 2022,” together with the coveted 18th Australian music prize. This band had been among the many prime decide of 9 unimaginable 2022 releases. Nevertheless, King Stingray was profitable in impressing a panel of 30 music business judges for its unimaginable album.
On Wednesday, King Stingray members Roy Kellaway and Dimathaya Burarrwanga accepted the money prize of $30,000 from the Australian Music Prize.
Roy Kellaway, guitarist, and a co-songwriter, expressed his sentiments, “We had a lot enjoyable making this document, and we hope that listeners can hear the enjoyment that we had making it, in addition to really feel the enjoyment for themselves. It actually means the world to us to listen to folks having fun with the album.”
The Australian Music Prize (AMP) was introduced in response to the UK’s Mercury prize. Resulting from this initiative, regional Australian musicians at the moment are financially rewarded by authoritative our bodies. This constructive act will enhance their efficacy, publicity, and potential.
Earlier than King Stingray, many bands had gained this award, together with Genesis, Owusu, Sampa the Nice, and lots of extra within the row.
King Stingray effortlessly merges Australian classics with spirited rock music. In addition to, this proficient band composes its music in twin language – English and Yolnu Matha.
Apparently, this band extends its roots to the music group Yothi Yindi. This affiliation is established as a result of their two band singers, Yirrnga Yunupingu and Roy Kellaway. These two singers have Yothu Yindi’s blood working of their our bodies.
King Stingray’s debut album is gaining regional and international recognition. It saves the No.6 spot on the Aria Charts and earns 5 Aria Awards nominations.
Australian Music Prize decide, Grinspoon Frontman Phil Jamieson, mentioned that King Stingray’s album had change into his favourite album of the crop. He added, “Over time, I started to admire the wonder, pleasure, and deft instrumental maneuvers; a document filled with bloody attractive preparations! Seems, I am a sucker for a debut.”
