“Music ties us to where we come from.”
This message was stressed by one of PNG’s legendary musicians, George Telek.
He is one of the Papua New Guinea singers to have gained international following with his local music style and has successfully recorded albums overseas.
Speaking to Loop entertainment, Telek touched on his latest international album A Bit Na Ta meaning “Celebration of a Legend” in local Kuanua.
“This album is for the international market and brings traditional sound – music of my roots Tolai.
“Today’s music is ok but we’re just colouring it a little bit to make it sweet for listeners. It speaks our identity – where the music is from, where we are from,” he said.
This project – A Bit Na Ta album, was released in Brisbane last year, 2016.
Telek and his band will be travelling to Brisbane, later this year, to promote this album.