Organisers are hailing the success of the inaugural Too Solid Music Festival at City of Perth Australia Day celebrations.
An estimated 10,000 flocked to Supreme Court Gardens for the seven hour celebration of Indigenous culture and music.
The Festival, organised by Abmusic and Noongar Radio, featured 14 bands on two stages, a Welcome to Country and flag raising ceremony, as well as traditional dancers. The event was broadcast live around the country by Perth’s only Aboriginal radio station 100.9fm Noongar Radio.
“We are so pleased with the turn out. It was such a positive, family friendly event and we are delighted so many members of our community were there to be a part of it,” Noongar Radio CEO Michelle White said.
Event coordinator Jade Masters said he was overjoyed to see so many non-Indigenous Australians supporting the festival.
"This Festival was a showcase of the depth and breadth of musical talent in the Indigenous community. It gave us a chance to celebrate our cultural heritage with all Australians,” Mr Masters said.
Headline acts contemporary Indigenous band the Yabu Band and Perth hip-hop crew Downsyde attracted the largest crowds, packing out the lawn in Supreme Court Gardens.
In addition to the live entertainment TOO SOLID had free kids activities, community, market stalls and a VIP marquee for Elders.
