Description
Having toured the world and opened shows with the likes of Joan Aramtrading, Bob Dylan, Billy Bragg and Suzanne Vega, Aboriginal singer Archie Roach is an internationally respected artist who has sold out arenas with his inspirational shows!
Archie Roach was born in Mooroopna, Victoria and released his debut solo album Charcoal Lane (1980) which featured “Took the Children Away” which was part of the National Film and Archives Sounds of Australia registry in 2013. Since then, Archie Roach has released several albums including Jamu Dreaming (1993), Looking For Butter Boy (1997), Tell Me Why (2019) and many other successful albums. In 2020, Archie Roach was introduced into the ARIA Hall of Fame.
While Archie has made a name for himself as a successful singer, songwriter and guitarist, Archie Roach is also a renowned campaigner for the rights of Indigenous Australians and has won a 2013 Deadline Award for Lifetime Contribution to Healing the Stolen Generations including Album of the Year.
FAQ
What are Archie Roach's albums?
Archie Roach's most famous albums are Charcoal Lane (1990), Tell Me Why (2019), Let Love Rule (2016), Into the Bloodstream (2012), Jamu Dreaming (1993) and Looking for Butter Boy (1997).
What are Archie Roach's biggest hits?
Archie Roach's biggest hits include "Took the Children Away", "A Child Was Born Here", "Just A Little Time Here", "Tell Me Why" and "Beggar Man" and "Alien Invasion".
Is Archie Roach touring in 2021/2022?
So far, Archie Roach has announced a tour date to the Perth Concert Hall on the 8th of July.
Has Archie Roach won many awards?
Yes Archie Roach has won awards such as Best New Talent (1991), Best Indigenous Release (1991), Hold On Tight (1997), Best Indigenous Release (1998) and Best Contemporary Album (1998) for Looking For Butter Boy, Best Male Artist and Best Adult Contemporary Album (2020) for Tell Me Why. Archie Roach also won 2013 Deadline Award for Lifetime Contribution to Healing the Stolen Generations including Album of the Year.
Where is Archie Roach from?
Archie Roach is originally from Mooropna, Victoria.
When did Archie Roach begin his career?
Archie Roach begun his career in 1990.
Was Archie Roach introduced into the ARIA Hall of Fame?
Yes, Archie Roach was introduced into the ARIA Hall of Fame in 2020.
What style of Music is Archie Roach?
Archie Roach's music is considered alternative and world music.
Photos of Archie Roach
Featured videos
Archie Roach - Took The Children Away (Official Music Video)
Archie Roach - Down City Streets (Official Music Video)
Freedom Feat. Archie Roach
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Prior events Archie Roach
Archie Roach
Perth Concert Hall, Perth
Perth Concert Hall
5 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000, Australia, Perth1
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Sunday, 08 Nov
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Archie Roach
State Theatre, Sydney, Sydney
State Theatre, Sydney
49 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Sydney1
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Tuesday, 30 Mar
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Archie Roach
Perth Concert Hall, Perth
Perth Concert Hall
5 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000, Australia, Perth1
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Thursday, 08 Jul
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Archie Roach
Anita's Theatre, Thirroul
Anita's Theatre
264-270 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Thirroul NSW 2515, Australia, Thirroul1
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Saturday, 14 Aug
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