A celebration of music, culture, and identity, from the hearts and mouths of the new generation of Indigenous Australia.

The call; “What song has spoken strongest to you about growing up an Indigenous Australian?” The response; twelve incredible new renditions from this country’s deadliest and most inspiring young musicians, taking us on a sonic journey through the foundations of their musical inspiration, and the songs that have helped shape their Indigenous identity and culture.

From Adelaide to Arnhem Land, from Brisbane to Regional NSW, DEADLY HEARTS showcases Australian music at its absolute finest. Each artist brings their own flavour whilst paying homage to, and retaining the soul of these twelve songs that hold a special place in their hearts.

Jimblah paints a synth-laden, new-age picture of his ‘Island Home’, taking on the Warumpi Band classic; Robbie Miller provides some magical, goosebump-inducing moments with ‘Solid Rock’, Emily Wurramara delivers a breathy, jazz-inspired interpretation of Coloured Stone’s ‘Black Boy’, Benny Walker shares his musical inspirations by paying tribute to a timeless masterpiece, and Birdz throws his hip-hop touch at Yothu Yindi’s ‘Sunset Dreaming (Djapana)’.

The modern sound of Indigenous Australia. A landmark album from the next generation of storytellers.

Album artwork by renowned Indigenous artist Blak Douglas.