Gurrumul Makes History With First Ever Number One Aria Album in an Australian Indigenous language

History has been made with first ever ARIA number one album in an Australian Indigenous language.

"Thank you to everyone who bought this album. This album is a testament to this great Australian and his family, all Yolngu and the greater Aboriginal population. The history he has made taking a true Australian language and heritage to number one proves the strength of the underlying cultural identity of this nation. This is something we can all be proud of and we know that the support of the many people who have bought this album in the last week will be rewarded through the depth of cultural discovery that will unfold on repeated listens." - Michael Hohnen, Skinnyfish Music (Producer, collaborator and friend).

"I would like to give a speech on behalf of my family and myself, to my father's achievement that he has had a great career. For sharing our culture through his music. That he will remain in our hearts together." - Jasmine Yunupingu (Daughter)

The final funeral ceremony for Gurrumul Yunupingu occurred on Friday 24th November, 2017 at Galiwin'ku, Elcho Island. The passing of any Yolngu person is usually accompanied by strict traditional protocols which preclude the use of the deceased's name. The immediate family of Gurrumul have been clear throughout the grieving process that the contribution he made and continues to make to Australian and Yolngu cultural life should not be forgotten. The family have given permission that following the final funeral ceremony, his name and image may once again be used publicly to ensure that his legacy will continue to inspire both his people and Australians more broadly. The family thank the media and the Australian public for their support and respect throughout this period.