Bush Bands Bash 2025: Garrangali Band

(from Baniyala, singing in Yolngu Matha & English)

Garrangali Band (Garrangali means “home of the crocodile”) is a Yolngu saltwater ska/roots and reggae group from Baniyala outstation, North East Arnhem Land. Their particular brand of upbeat, offbeat riddim’ combines traditional songlines and rolling basslines, inspiring old and young alike. Wowing crowds for over 15 years, career highs include four category wins at the NIMAs (2010); performing at the 20th Garma Festival (2018); an East Coast tour including Island Vibe Festival (2024) and headlining this year’s Yarrapay Festival in Yirrkala.