I aim to connect people and as the late Uncle Archie Roach AC stated, “As a Pitjantjatjara/ Kokatha singer/ songwriter, Russell Smith has important stories to tell for all Australians to hear.”
Russell’s journey—from growing up as a young Aboriginal boy on Umeewarra Mission in Port Augusta to being inducted into the South Australia Music Hall of Fame—is a testament to resilience, creativity, and cultural pride. His mastery of the Yidaki/Didgeridoo and his passion for Indigenous education drive Mulkutja Yanima’s vision.
‘Always’ - Brolga
Written by Russell Smith and Matty Vehl Recorded by Brolga. Russell Smith, Matty Vehl, Dave Mudie, Phil Ceberano, Bones Sloane and Lee 'Sonnyboy' Morgan with special guests Ash Naylor and Andy Sorenson Produced by Scott Whatman. Recorded at The Recording Room, Burleigh Heads This was filmed on Wangerriburra Country (Tamborine Mountain) and Spinifex Country.
Russell Smith interview
Russell Smith talks about the songs that feature on the recently released Brolga album, filmed by Scott Whatman at the Recording Room.