Emma Donovan (Gumbangyirr, Yamatji) grew up singing gospel songs in her Nan and Pop’s band The Donovans. She soon went on to tour the world as one of the youngest members of the legendary Black Arm Band. Emma’s released four albums with Melbourne rhythm combo The Putbacks and is currently in the studio making her first solo album. Jen joins Emma and her daughters for an emotional Survival Day at Yabun Festival before heading to La Perouse in Sydney’s south where Emma shares about the lasting influence of Aunty Ruby Hunter on her music and language journey.
See tour dates and listen to Jen’s new album: https://bio.site/jencloher
Credits:
Executive Producer/Host: Jen Cloher
Producer/Engineer: Mike Williams
Story Editor: Karla Arnall
Cover Artwork: Huriana Kopeke -Te Aho
Layout and Design: Sebastian White
Web Design: Aron Lebani
With thanks to: Triple R 102.7FM, Australia Council for the Arts
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