In Arnhem Land, 500km east of Darwin, you’ll find Maningrida, population 2,518. It is a place rich with history and culture, with dozens of languages spoken. The name Maningrida means “the place where the Dreaming changed shape”.
Ripple Effect Band is an example of radical change: the first all-female band from Maningrida, where playing music is traditionally a male pursuit. Their sound is influenced by other Arnhem Land acts such as Letterstick Band and Wirrinyga Band – a saltwater blend of reggae and blues.
