Deadly Awards 1996
The 1996 Deadly Awards were hosted by Rhoda Roberts at the Metro Theatre in Sydney on 1 October 1996. Presenters included Nicky Winmar, Toni Janke, Warren Fahey and Triple J's Chris Thompson.[1] The awards were an annual celebration of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievement in music, sport, entertainment and community.
Winners
[edit]- Outstanding Contribution to Aboriginal Music: Warumpi Band
- Single Release of the Year: Maroochy Barambah - "Mongungi"
- Album Release of the Year: Blekbala Mujik – Blekbala Mujik
- Male Artist of the Year: Kev Carmody
- Female Artist of the Year: Christine Anu
- Band of the Year: Tiddas
- Excellence in Film or Theatre Score - Alchemy - David Page
- Most Promising New Talent: Wild Water
- Community Broadcaster: Roxy Musk (Top FM)
References
[edit]- ↑ Heiss, Anita (9 October 1996), "Deadly musos, Deadly awards", Koori Mail (136 ed.)