Ngana Birrung is an extraordinary series of events set to light up Western Sydney this month.
On Thursday, 22 May, at the Campbelltown Arts Centre, Campbelltown, Friday 23 May at Sherringham Reserve, Cranebrook (Penrith), and Tuesday 27 May at Parramatta Square, First Nations artists will deliver concerts for the community.
Parramatta Ngana Birrung, which means "Black Stars" in Dharug, is a collaborative live music initiative across multiple Western Sydney councils. All shows are free and open to all ages.
The headliner for the concert series in 2025 will be Gomeroi artist Kobie Dee.
Supported by Create NSW, the concert series features rising talent and established First Nations artists. The Ngana Birrung program 2025 timeline will align with National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June).
Kobie Dee is a rapper and master storyteller from Bidjigal Land in Maroubra, South Sydney. With an innate gift for storytelling and connecting with young people, Kobie is deeply engaged in his community through performance and advocacy and is inspiring new generations with his music.
Kobie started 2022 with a huge headline regional tour through Gomeroi Country, and played his first headline shows in both Sydney and Melbourne in September, joined by UK rapper and The Guardian's Ones To Watch artist, Jords. Kobie also showcased his new material in Germany in September as part of the Import Export Open festival program, Wor(l)d Connects presents: Conscious HipHop, Roots & Spoken Word between Sydney, London and Munich.
Also featuring in Ngana Birrung is MAJEDA; a dynamic force in music, blending soulful R&B, hip-hop, and rap with deep-rooted storytelling.
A proud First Nations and African American artist, MAJEDA brings authenticity and cultural richness to every stage she steps on. With more than 16 years of experience captivating audiences across the country, she knows how to command a crowd, keeping them engaged, energized, and on their feet.
This year, MAJEDA made waves as a Top 21 finalist on Australian Idol, showcasing her high-energy performances and effortless flow to a national audience. Whether she's delivering raw, heartfelt verses or hyping up a crowd with infectious energy, MAJEDA's performances are unforgettable. A true entertainer at heart, she continues to make her mark, creating music that moves people—both emotionally and physically.
Campbelltown Ngana Birrung on Thursday 22 May will feature Kobie Dee with Majeda, Riah, G.Rilla, K.Law, and DJ Mali.
Penrith Ngana Birrung, on Friday 23 May, will see Kobie Dee take the stage with Baba T, Akilaqui, Riah, Reggie Brown, Majeda, G.Rilla, and DJ Mali.
And Parramatta - Ngana Birrung, Tuesday 27 May, features Kobie Dee with Akilaqui, Reggie Brown, DJ Mali.
