King Stingray by King Stingray - VitaMusik

ALBUM

King Stingray’s debut album sees the Australian quintet celebrate the country in all its forms. That’s clear in both the opening valentine “Sweet Arnhem Land” and the more wary “Camp Dog,” inspired by canines patrolling the band’s hometown of Yirrkala. Even more prominent is “Let’s Go,” which recounts the sense of escape granted by hitting the Central Arnhem Highway. Singing in both English and Yolŋu Matha languages, Gumatj man Yirrŋa Yunupiŋu leads the band through surf-influenced rock anthems honoring First Nations culture at every turn. Psychedelic guitar licks are just as prevalent as yidaki (didgeridoo) passages, while wooden clapsticks flank memorable basslines. Yunupiŋu and lead guitarist Roy Kellaway both grew up with family members playing in the innovative ’80s and ’90s ensemble Yothu Yindi, who seamlessly blended a contemporary rock and reggae sound with ancient songlines. A similar balance is very much in place for King Stingray, as is the marriage of social conscience and accessible themes found in classic Midnight Oil. The band’s 2020 debut single, “Hey Wanhaka” (included here), saw Yunupiŋu declare, “I stay true to my roots,” and this album generously shares that pride of place with the world at large.

1. Lupa

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

2. Hey Wanhaka

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

3. Get Me Out

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

4. Let's Go

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

5. Raypirri

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

6. Milkumana

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Steve Smart; Production
Mixing Engineer: Justin Stanley; Production
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Additional Studio Producer: Justin Stanley; Other
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

7. Sweet Arnhem Land

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

8. Malk Mirri Wayin

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

9. Camp Dog

by King Stingray

Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Composer: Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu
Roy Kellaway; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Steve Smart; Production
Mixing: Justin Stanley; Production
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

10. Life Goes On

by King Stingray

Primary Artist: King Stingray; Main Performer
Lead Vocalist: Jerome Gitjiringu Yunupingu; Performer
Composer: Roy Kellaway
Jerome Gotjirringu Yunupingu; Composer
Producer: Roy Kellaway; Production
Group Background Vocalists: Dimathaya Burarrwanga; Other

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

10 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

35 minutes and 2 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 3000x3000 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

3/10 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

Only 1/10 tracks has synced lyrics

Genres

Pop/Rock, Alternative & Indie, Alternative, Australia, South Pacific

Label

Cooking Vinyl Australia

Music Distribution Service

Orchard Enterprises Inc

Country

Australia

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Aug 4, 2022

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

196626990082