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THE YABU BAND!

Since beginning at the age of five, multi-talented brothers, Delson and Boyd Stokes, known today as 'The Yabu Band', have created a powerful, unique sound aptly described as Desert Rock/Reggae.

The brothers are originally from Kalgoorlie, the Goldfields town bordered by the Western Desert from where they draw their heritage, culture and inspiration, and the name “Yabu” means “Rock/Gold” in their language, Wongatha.

The new album entitled 'Gundulla - We Dance' showcases the identifiably Aboriginal sound and unique song writing craft that moulds "The Yabu Band". Delson, Boyd and Drummer Jade Masters have merged their traditional dreamtime stories with memorable contemporary melodies to create one of Australia's finest Indigenous albums.

‘Gundulla’ features Yabu’s Western Desert language version of the famous Australian song, 'I am Australian' and although their music springs directly from their own Indigenous cultural heritage, 'Yabu' believe this song, in this form, speaks for all Australians.

Yabu is more than just an Indigenous band; they provide a message through song, a vehicle of inspiration that has inspired children through to adults to achieve all that they can. They believe there is nothing more important than encouraging today’s youth to have self-worth and chase one's dreams.

Apart from the passion and charm he brings to the stage, lead singer Delson Stokes Jnr is a natural performer with an incredibly pure voice, which is emphatically complemented by the blistering commentary of his shy, self-effacing brother's guitar playing.

Their live performances incorporate one of Australia's leading bass players, Roy Martinez along with Lilly Gogos on vocals and keyboard sensation, Tim Ayre from You, Me and Ryan.

DELSON STOKES JNR

Delly Stokes is one of the most loved indigenous musicans throughout WA and Australia with achievements such has:

Making the top ten open age group on the TV Series X-Factor.

Winning young indigenous of the year in 1997 and 1998.

Being involved in TV commercials with GWN and WIN TV promoting HIV Awareness, Drink Safe and also Safe Sex adds.

Delson has also performed with Colored Stone which included several performances & a film clip on RAGE TV!

Not only has Delson been touring for many years as lead singer for THE YABU BAND he also won himself a first place in WA and second place in Australia at the Winterfun National Karaoke Competion in 2001.

In 2006 Delson was involved with Selena Baxter in the co-writing of "Walk In" & "Two Ways of Walking" which were featured in a school development DVD that was produced by Brandon O'Brain.

BOYD STOKES
TOO SOLID WA Indigenous Guitarist of the Year 2009!

Boyd started learning his craft at the young age of five, he has since gone on to be an icon amongst his own people as well as the wider Australian community. Some say, Boyd showcases a talent that not many people have... The way he plays guitar, has to be scene, to be believed...

Boyd not only shares the stage with his brother Delson, but has performed along side some of Australia's greatest musicians including; Tommy Emanuel, Colored Stone, Warumpi Band and the late great Slim Dusty.

In 1999 Boyd earned himself a 4th place at the Golden Guitar Awards in Tamworth... and has recently taken out the 2009 TOO SOLID WA Indigenous Guitarist of the Year.

JADE MASTERS
TOO SOLID WA Indigenous Drummer of the Year 2009!

Jade was born in Northam, Western Australia in 1981 and has performed for over 14 years.