ANCIENT KNOWLEDGE | FUTURE VISION
GABA MUSIK is a fresh, exciting and dynamic indigenous performing arts company. We collaborate with Artists to amplify the voice of our Mobs through music dance and arts. We love collaborating with artists and invest in the voice of the local Mob wherever we go.
At the core of GABA MUSIK are Co-Directors DELINE BRISCOE (Yalanji) and AIRILEKE INGRAM (PNG). The Duo work mostly from their HQ in Jinibara Country, Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
Our performing arts company was officially launched at the SIDNEY MYER MUSIC BOWL- with 2 large scale events BLAKTIVISM & PASIFIX, April 2021.
Gaba Musik’s foundation is in community projects, so even our large scale works are still guided and led by strong cultural roots. We have built our capacity as a National and Global leader in delivering world class full scope Productions. The company is building into our framework diverse income streams from our Record Label, Publishing and Aggregation brands.
our DIRECTORS
Cultural Producers, Cultural Consultants, Musical Directors, Artistic Directors, Workshop Facilitators, Record Label, Publisher, Curators, Perfromers
AIRILEKE
Airileke is a musical pioneer and a fighter for freedom traversing a timeless sonic globe without frontiers. He is a percussionist, producer, composer, activist, record producer, artistic director and global events facilitator and, in the words of Britain's Songlines magazine, he is a "cause for celebration".
Born in Australia with roots in PNG Airileke grew up between the shores of both PNG and the Top End. Currently based in Jinibara, QLD he continues to travel between.
Airi's unique sound melds progressive ideas with beats of ancient Melanesian culture. Hip-hop production, fierce log drumming, Papuan chants, atmospheric soundscapes and samples from all across Papua. Urgent, fiery and innovative, this is the new sound of urban Melanesia.
In 2015 Airileke was Co-Artistic Director and Composer for the epic arena spectacle the “PNG 2015 Pacific Games Opening”. The show was an Olympic scale event, viewed by over 10 million viewers across the globe. The Opening Ceremony set a new bench mark in cultural performance in the Pacific, involving over 3000 performers from every province of Papua New Guinea, 1000 students and 4000 International Athletes and performers. Airileke's PNG based’s company Makoda Productions produced both the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
Gaba Musik Artistic Director, Airileke presented PASIFIX 2021 as a celebration the best of Pacific talent in Australia. Popular reggae, soul and hiphop artists, of Pacific heritage, headline alongside spectacular cultural performers from the region in an all-ages event. PASIFIX celebrates the strength of our Pacific community and the exciting impact Pacific heritage artists are making on contemporary music in Australia and across the region.
Deline briscoe
Deline Briscoe, a talented singer-songwriter from the Yalanji people, has been making waves in the Australian music scene with her powerful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and collaborations with industry legends. As a proud Indigenous artist, Deline's music weaves together stories of her culture, community, and personal experiences.
As a Yalanji woman, Deline's music is deeply rooted in her cultural heritage. She draws inspiration from her people's stories, language, and traditions, ensuring that her artistry remains authentic and meaningful.
Deline's musical journey has seen her share the stage and studio with iconic artists such as Archie Roach, Bart Willoughby, and Emma Donovan. These collaborations have not only showcased her versatility but also demonstrated her commitment to amplifying Indigenous voices and stories through music.
In addition to her music, Deline is a courageous entrepreneur, running her own business, Gaba Musik, alongside her partner, Airileke Ingram. Gaba Musik serves as a platform for Deline to produce and share her music, as well as support other emerging Indigenous artists.
Deline's music is a testament to her resilience, creativity, and dedication to her craft. With a voice that can soar from soft and soothing to powerful and soul-stirring, she has captivated audiences and critics alike. Her songs often touch on themes of identity, community, and the struggles and triumphs of Indigenous life.
Through her music and business ventures, Deline Briscoe is an inspiring example of Indigenous excellence and innovation. Her collaborations, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to amplifying Indigenous voices make her a shining star in the Australian music industry.
