MIXEDINBLACK is dedicated to presenting the talents of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. It is your one stop for actors, rappers, country, soul singers and other performers.
Mixedinblack offers an array of original music by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from the raps of Jimblah, 5114, Karnage, T. D. B and TASK to the soulful tunes of The MERRg, Warren Milera, Sonya Rankine and Glenn Skuthorpe. Mixedinblack has something for everyone. The emerging talent of mixedinblack theatre artists/actors brings great energy, commitment and humour to theatrical productions. The group is now called Karrikarrinya Theatre Collective.
The growing pool of talent includes:
The MERRg are described as pop/rock, roots, acoustic, reggae, alternative and country. They prefer to remain versatile rather than confined to one particular groove. The MERRg has performed at events around the country including The Dreaming festival at Woodforde June 2007.
Sonny Keeler is a guitarist and songwriter from Ceduna. He has performed throughout SA since 1996; these shows include Fringe Festivals and Survival in Sydney. Sonny is now performing locally with his band. His debut album was released in 2003, and he is currently working on material for his next album.
TASK is a dynamic MC who took out the ‘Best
New Talent’ award at the 2006 NT Indigenous Music Awards. He has performed
at `Bass in the Dust 05’, The Official `White Out’ party at the Rox
nightclub and the `Out of The Darkness’ album release launch (his own
debut album).
Glenn Skuthorpe’s musical journey transcends
the country/folk/roots crossroads, creating a unique sound reminiscent
of Springsteen and Steve Earle. With soulful lyricism and a street hardened
eye, Glenn is a vital and compelling storyteller with poetic lyrics
full of love and loss, murder, betrayal and renewal.
Karnage is a hip-hop artist who produces
his own beats and has performed at Festivals and community events around
Adelaide and the Northern Territory. As quoted from Karnage: “Music
made the life I’m living”.
Warren Milera released his debut album "New
Light on the Horizon" in 2002. With 2500 - 3000 copies sold so
far, it has been hailed a success. Warren has won a number of music
awards at both state and national levels.
Felix Kerry is a multi talented performance
artist. He is a singer and actor and is currently a co-artistic director
of Karrikarrinya Theatre Collective. Felix Graduated from WAPA in 2000
in Performing Arts Drama.
Micah Wenitong is a music producer he is
a descendant of the Kabi Kabi people from South East Queensland. He
has written, performed and produced a number of songs since childhood.
Micah currently works with musicians in remote areas and is a co-founder,
along with Garry Goldsmith, of Tune Into Your Health Statewide Music
and Education Program, Nunkuwarrin Yunti of SA Inc.
Matty Johnson has been involved in the arts
for years. He was a child actor appearing in a film and on stage. Matthew
has recorded a number of songs and has performed as a solo act at local
events.
5114 is Dylan Sumner aka Big Dilza MC/Beat
maker and Ben Sumner aka Binky MC/Beat maker. They have performed at
local clubs and community events since 2005. Inspired by greats such
as The Cure, Nivana, NWA and Ice T, 5114 has developed its own unique
fusion of hip-hop. Their sound has been described as rough, raw n’ street
gritty. However, there is much to say about their style, it is also
combines humour and heart.
Sonya Rankine is a local singer/songwriter
with a mixed musical influence that comes through her original work.
A Narungga/Ngarrindjeri woman who writes from the heart and reflects
on experience. Sonya has performed at various showcase events in Adelaide,
notably at the Fuse Festival 2007.
Stinga T and Big Sexy are Adelaide based
rap duo Tha Deadly Boyz (T.D.B). Their music is an eclectic fusion of
street, dance, a little R&B and hardcore rap. T.D.B has performed
in many shows around Adelaide. Gigs have included fundraisers; launch
parties, community events and festivals - including the Fringe and Comeout.
T.D.B has completed their debut album, which is now available.
Jada Jay is a singer/songwriter & actor.
She graduated in performing arts at AC Arts in Adelaide. Jada currently
works professionally in local and interstate theatre productions and
enjoys singing and song writing.
Jimblah, winner of the Hilltop Hoods Initiative
2007. After extending his production skills over 18 months, Jimblah
is now working to complete his debut album. Since winning the highly
competitive award in October 2007 he has performed at a number of gigs
including Proper in Sydney.

Jimblah © Morten Rygaard

Racqel Morton © Morten Rygaard

TDB © Morten Rygaard

Jada © Morten Rygaard

The MERRg © Denys Finney










