Shot Notes

This is proud and unapologetic Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja Wurrung, Kalkadoon, and Yirendali woman, Miss Kaninna, on the Mojo stage on the 3rd day of the sold-out Byron Bay Bluesfest 2025. She reminded me of seeing Lady Saw in Jamaica 20 years ago. Full of raw, angry, in-your-face energy and raunchy lyrics. Later in the set, she told stories about her family, who had suffered at the hands of police in Australia. She urged everyone to use their vote to stop the opposition leader and ex-cop from becoming Prime Minister in 2 weeks. The crowd responded with a big cheer. In fact her political message went down better than Albos attempt on the same stage 3 years ago, which was met with boos for the same vote appeal. Maybe Miss Kaninna should write the Prime Minister’s speeches from now on. It would certainly liven up the election.

UPDATE: Due to the success of Bluesfest this year, It’s future has been confirmed. Discounted early bird tickets for next year are being sold during the festival via this link.

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