National Indigenous Music awards 2026: Baker Boy wins big, including album and song of the year
Summary
Baker Boy won three major awards at the 2026 National Indigenous Music Awards, including album, song, and film clip of the year for his album Djandjay. The awards also recognized other Indigenous artists, with Birdz and Fred Leone named artist of the year and Drifting Clouds winning best new talent.Key Facts
- Baker Boy’s album Djandjay won album of the year, song of the year, and film clip of the year.
- The song and video for “Thick Skin” feature Indigenous artists Thelma Plum, Emma Donovan, Kee’ahn, and Jada Weazel.
- Baker Boy dedicated his album award to his late grandmother, who inspired his love of hip-hop.
- Birdz and Fred Leone, a Butchulla rap duo, were named artist of the year.
- Drifting Clouds, known for synth music combined with Yolŋu language lyrics, won best new talent.
- Marlene Cummins and Saltwater Band were inducted into the Indigenous Music Awards Hall of Fame.
- The awards celebrate Indigenous music and culture from across Australia.
- The music video for “Thick Skin” was filmed at a colonial mansion and highlights themes of reclaiming authority and cultural pride.
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