The Makarrata Project

Midnight Oil

The Makarrata Project

RELEASED: October 30, 2020
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. First Nation 4:51 2. Gadigal Land 4:45 3. Change the Date 5:58 4. Terror Australia 3:49 5. Desert Man, Desert Woman 3:09 6. Wind in My Head (Makarrata version) 4:19 7. Uluru Statement from the Heart (read by Pat Anderson, Stan Grant, Adam Goodes, Ursula Yovich & Troy Cassar-Daley) / Come on Down 6:40
Historical Archive
The Makarrata Project is an album by Australian rock band Midnight Oil, released in 2020. It features a blend of rock, Indigenous Australian music, and themes of reconciliation, addressing social justice and environmental issues. The album showcases the band's commitment to activism and their connection to Indigenous culture, with collaborations from various Indigenous artists. Its sound is characterized by powerful vocals, driving rhythms, and a mix of traditional and contemporary instrumentation.