Blak List Vol. 19: What now? Which Way? It’s Blak List!
Big Yaama all you mob and a large hello to everyone else! Happy NAIDOC.
Welcome to a special edition of Blak List, your monthly journey through the exciting world of Blak music and the Blak Loud playlist on Amazon Music. Huge thanks to Amazon Music for their continued support of this curation by the Awesome Black team.
In this brand new July edition of the Blak Loud playlist, we are celebrating NAIDOC Week with some fresh tracks from the hottest Blakfulla artists out there. As we always have and always will, we have 50 tracks from First Nations artists ready for you to dive into. Let’s get some sweet beats pumping and celebrate the incredible talent within our community.
Turn up the volume on the top tracks for NAIDOC week in July 2024.
J-MILLA – “Boomerang”
Leading our NAIDOC Week celebration is J-MILLA with his new single “Boomerang.” This track is a powerful anthem that showcases J-MILLA’s lyrical prowess and dynamic style. “Boomerang” is a testament to cultural pride, making it the perfect headliner for this special edition. J-MILLA’s ability to blend contemporary beats with profound messages ensures this track will resonate deeply with listeners.
3% feat. Jessica Mauboy – “Won’t Stop”
The collaboration between 3% and Jessica Mauboy in “Won’t Stop” is nothing short of spectacular. This track merges the unique styles of Nooky, Dallas Woods, Angus Field, and Jessica Mauboy, resulting in a powerful and uplifting anthem. “Won’t Stop” is a celebration of Blak unity, with Jessica’s soulful voice adding a rich layer of diva flair to the powerful lyrics and beats. From the open bars to the final climax this track pumps.
South Summit – “Ottoway”
South Summit’s “Ottoway” is a superbly captivating follow up to their previous outing Givin It Up from earlier this year that blends introspective lyrics with vibrant melodies. This song takes you on a journey, reflecting the deep connection to place and identity. ISouth Summit’s unique sound and storytelling ability make “Ottoway” a standout track in this month’s playlist, offering a blend of soulful vocals and intricate instrumentals.
From the band “Ottoway is essentially a “utopia”. Looking from the outside in you see the foundations of a city, but the closer you get, the more you realize how imperfect it is and the flaws become clearer. In saying this, it is a place we call home and no one can change that. Ottoway explores the themes of acceptance and pride. standing firm on your beliefs and accepting the cards you’ve been dealt.” – South Summit
Becca Hatch – “Crash”
Becca Hatch brings a new energy with her new single “Crash.” This track moves away from the club beats style tracks to a honey dripping ballad of a track with meaningful, honest lyrics, showcasing Becca’s versatility as an artist. Lyrically, “Crash” is a journey through rejection and an outing that showcases Becca’s storytelling through powerful vocals that shine through. It’s a track that will have you hitting repeat.
Loren Ryan – “Hoedown”
Loren Ryan’s “Hoedown” is another outing that shows a big change from what we’ve seen from an artist. Hoedown is a hugely fun and energetic track that invites listeners to smile with its lyrical playfulness and dance with its upbeat rhythm and catchy hooks.
“Hoedown” is a perfect addition to any party playlist if you don’t mind getting into a tussle. This is a fun fight/ diss track that makes me never want to get on Loren’s bad side… Loren’s vibrant performance and infectious enthusiasm make this track a joyful, playful moment that adds so much to Loren’s chops as a new Blak country force.
Pair this with some Pabst Blue Ribbon – I will be.
What to Expect in This Month’s Playlist
Our Blak Loud playlist for July 2024 features these incredible tracks along with other remarkable songs by First Nations artists. Dive into the playlist on Amazon Music and immerse yourself in some great Blak music. Each song is a testament to the bounding creativity of these talented artists, showcasing the vibrant tapestry of First Nations music.
As always, we’re eager to hear your thoughts and suggestions, so feel free to drop us a line at music@awesomeblack.studio
Thanks for joining us for Blak List Vol. 19, and stay tuned for more exciting Blak music discoveries in the next edition. Until then, stay Blak, enjoy the beats and have a wonderful NAIDOC Week!
Listen to the full playlist here.
