Name: Waak Waak Ga Min Min
Brand: Waak Waak Djungi

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es006cd

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-06-29

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4260544823329

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Waak Waak Djungi

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Electronic

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Efficient Space

Efficient Space is a Melbourne-based music label that is operated by Noise In My Head. With a focus on showcasing unique and diverse sounds, Efficient Space has become known for its exceptional curation of *artists* and *performers*. The label's dedication to unearthing hidden gems from the past and present has earned it a reputation as an authoritative voice in the music industry.

Efficient Space prides itself on its commitment to preserving and reissuing rare recordings, ensuring that these important pieces of musical history are accessible to a wider audience. The label's attention to detail in their releases is evident through their high-quality vinyl pressings and beautifully designed artwork.

As a platform for both established and emerging talent, Efficient Space continues to push boundaries with its eclectic roster of artists. From ambient electronica to experimental pop, the label embraces genres across the spectrum while maintaining its distinct identity. With each release, Efficient Space consistently delivers captivating music that challenges conventions and captivates listeners.

Efficient Space is honoured to share the little-heard recordings of three Yolngu songmen from Northeast Arnhem Land - Bobby Bunnungurr, Jimmy Djamunba and Peter Milaynga (d. 2007) - working in collaboration with Victorian musician Peter Mumme. Yolngu are the indigenous peoples of Arnhem Land in Northern Territory, Australia; their clans are the Marangu and Malabirr, the languages Djinang and Gannalbingu. Their songs are of instruction, story and ceremony. A connection first initiated by Yolngu actor David Gulpilil, Waak Waak Djungi’s mid-90s recordings were preceded by years of respectful sharing of culture. Mumme explains that “the aim was to produce something that is new, not in the sense of a breakthrough, but what emerges from the combining of existing ideas”. What developed was sonically unique - sprawling vocal/electronic soundscapes and field recordings that reimagine the traditional songs of black crows and white cockatoos, sharing, creation spirits and of leaving and returning home to country. Spacious and patiently durational, the songs resound in a big land with a big story to tell. On the 1997 Waak Waak Djungi album Crow Fire Music, these interpretations were assembled with traditional recordings and additional material from Sebastian Jörgensen and Sally Grice. Falling short of generating public interest, it became well known in the Yolngu homeland. Nearly two decades later, a CD copy filed away in the 3RRR FM library would prompt a three year investigation to meet the people behind the music. Waak Waak ga Min Min (Black Crow, White Cockatoo) combines the previously unreleased Gandi Bawong with five contemporary versions from the original album, with a new cover painting by Bobby Bunnungurr. Tracing 1997 back to many millennia ago, this is a captivating window into the richness of Aboriginal culture and collaboration.

Waak Waak Ga Min Min

Music GB