Wow, I was completely unaware of all of this. Archie Roach is an amazing human and what a greay way to tell his story and what happened to his people. It will for ever live on in song and the truth will be known.
Singing in his big, resonant voice, Archie sings of both heartache and hope. In later life he reclaimed his lost identity, becoming a hero of his people and much loved by many Australians. Music is truth for us all, crossing the divide between cultures and attempting to heal wounds. I'm sure his voice will continue to do so for many years to come.
100%, Archie was some man from what you tell us about him here. Thanks so much for sharing these tunes and the story behind them, I doubt I am alone in only learning of Archie now, may he rest in peace upstairs with all his loved ones.
Isn't it funny how someone so well known in a country can be unknown to the rest of the world? Glad you enjoyed learning about him. Will try to come up with a #ttt for today!