Triple triumph for Le’aupepe
Gang of Youths frontman Dave Le'aupepe referenced his Holocaust heritage as the band picked up the ARIA for Best Album on Tuesday night – one of three awards they won together with Best Rock Album and Best Group.
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GANG of Youths frontman Dave Le’aupepe referenced his Holocaust heritage as the band picked up the ARIA for Best Album on Tuesday night – one of three awards they won together with Best Rock Album and Best Group.
“We’re all immigrants to this country, every single one of us. This country was built on a strong Indigenous people and on the backs of immigrants,” the Sydney-based singer said.
“We’re Pacific Islanders and we’re very proud of our heritage. We are a loving community and we’re not just useful on the footy field, and we hope this proves something. My grandparents came on a boat after the Holocaust, they came as refugees to this country and thank you for welcoming us. We love this country. Thanks.”
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