Nara is the second studio album by Indigenous Australian musician, Emily Wurramara. The album was released 23 August 2024 and supported by an Australian tour.[1] "Nara" means "nothing" in the Anindilyakwa language.[2]
At the 2024 ARIA Music Awards, it won ARIA Award for Best Adult Contemporary Album.[3]
Reception
Mitch Mosk from Atwood Magazine said "Emily Wurramara's humanity shines throughout her breathtaking, liberating sophomore album Nara, an ambitious and unapologetically bold, soul-baring record that refuses to be not just one thing, but everything as the artist speaks her truth, spreads her wings, and soars."[4]
Triple R said "The album explores personal growth, mental health and cultural identity. Musically, Nara blends indie rock, pop, R&B, neo-soul, folk, roots/blues rock and electronic music, showing Wurramara's versatility as an artist and producer. Restrained ballads sit alongside more dance-infused club music, all unified by Wurramara's compelling vocal delivery and storytelling style."[2]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Midnight Blues" | 4:18 |
| 2. | "W.W.G.B.H." (featuring Zeppelin Hamilton) | 5:49 |
| 3. | "It's You" | 3:12 |
| 4. | "D.T.M.N." | 3:48 |
| 5. | "Friend" | 3:08 |
| 6. | "S.T.F.A.F.M." (featuring Arringarri) | 4:01 |
| 7. | "Verandah" | 5:50 |
| 8. | "Lordy Lordy" (with Tasman Keith) | 3:50 |
| 9. | "Boom Biddy Bye" | 3:06 |
| 10. | "See Me There" (with Lisa Mitchell) | 4:40 |
| 11. | "Magic Woman Dancing" | 4:31 |
| 12. | "Passport" | 4:24 |
Charts
| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australian Artist Albums (ARIA)[5] | 17 |
References
- ^ a b "Emily Wurramara releases second studio album 'NARA', announces national tour". National Indigenous Times. 23 August 2024. Retrieved 22 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Emily Wurramara Nara". Triple R. 26 August 2024. Retrieved 22 November 2024.
- ^ Lynch, Jessica (20 November 2024). "Troye Sivan and Royel Otis Celebrate Big Wins at 2024 ARIA Awards". Billboard. Retrieved 21 November 2024.
- ^ "Hydrate Your Soul". Atwood Magazine. 23 August 2024. Retrieved 22 November 2024.
- ^ "Australian Artist Albums Commencing 2 September 2024" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. 24 June 2024. Retrieved 22 November 2024.