Womad Day 2

Alogte Oho & His Sounds of Joy - this set started slow but built up into a synth, horn, percussion frenzy.

Derya yildirim & grup şimşek - Stunning. Amazingly rich voice. Reminded me of Selda.

Nattali Rize - Bringing the reggae vibes. This set went off!

Australian Art Orchestra with Kojoe & Hikaru Tanaka. I wasn't sure what to expect but this was a surprise highlight. Jazz and rap. This was perfect to chill and watch from the shade. I loved it.

Jalen Ngonda - A true once in a generation type artists. Phenomenal vocals and musicianship. The spirit of Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. Twas really magical.

Yothu Yindi - HUGE packed crowd! Got teary during this set. Djapana and Treaty were incredible to hear live. Brilliant.

Barkaa - What a powerhouse and force. Absolute highlight. Loved all of this set. Funny, humble, fierce. Apologised to all the kids in the front row before singing her spicy ACAB track.

Grace Jones - I don't even know where to begin. Probably deserve her own post. Total diva started late but then played overtime. What a legend. 77 and ended her set swinging a sparkly hula hoop to Slave to the Rhythm. She was totally unfiltered, funny, sexy, swinging back wine on stage, living her best life at the end of her Australian tour. Her voice, looks, glamour- just incredible. I stood down the front with my little niece and Grace high fived us whilst singing Pull Up to the Bumper getting a piggy back on her crews shoulders. In the photos she looks like some demi god with the confetti. Keith Haring Skirt made an appearance in the 6 (i think) costume changes.

"Where is the champagne bucket, I need to piss."

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