Local Knowledge (band)
| Company type | Indigenous hip-hop ensemble |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2002 |
| Founder | Abie Wright, Wok Wright, Joel Wenitong |
| Defunct | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Newcastle , Australia |
Area served | Australia |
Key people | Abie Wright, Wok Wright, Joel Wenitong, DJ Jay Tee |
| Products | Music (hip-hop) |
Local Knowledge was an Indigenous hip-hop ensemble originating from Newcastle, New South Wales, established in 2002 by siblings Abie and Wok Wright alongside Joel Wenitong, with DJ Jay Tee joining the lineup subsequently. The group ceased activities in 2006. Following their separation, Joel Wenitong collaborated with his sister Naomi, known from Shakaya, and DJ Jay Tee to create The Last Kinection, whereas Abie and Wok Wright formed the group Street Warriors.
In 2005, the band earned the prestigious Deadly Award for Band of the Year, as well as a Musicoz accolade recognizing them as Indigenous Band of the Year. They hold the distinction of being the first Indigenous hip-hop act to appear live on TripleJ's Live at the Wireless program and were prominently featured in the SBS television documentary titled "Local Knowledge: The Message." Their song Blackfellas received substantial airplay on TripleJ, significantly boosting their profile within the Australian Indigenous music scene.
Discography
- Blackfellas EP (2005)
External links
- threedworld Interview with Local Knowledge: Multilingual MCs
- ABC Local: Speaking Out. 28 May 2006 Feature on Local Knowledge
- The Sydney Morning Herald Article: Block-rocking beats
- Local Noise Interview