Larry Gurruwiwi is a force of nature. A multi-instrumentalist with an incredible voice Larry is also acknowledged as the greatest traditional Yidaki virtuoso aka Didjeridoo player in the world. It’s a role he inherited from his late father the legendary Galpu Clan leader, Mr D Gurruwiwi. Larry continues his father’s legacy working with his brothers and extended family under the name of “Malawurr,” which is the Galpu name for “Family”.
Channelling the sacred sound of the Westwind...
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The band toured Europe in 2019 and have played at festivals such as Womad and Splendour In The Grass, collaborating with artists like Gotye, Monkey Marc and MC Rayjah. With haunting songs in language about connection to land and spirit, Larry spreads his ancient culture in a transcendent modern fusion of sounds that anyone from any culture can connect and heal through.
Larry Gurruwiwi and Malawurr have audiences dancing around the world and everyone back home is watching, inspired to follow in his footsteps.