Kee’ahn
Biography
Kee’ahn is a proud Kuku Yalanji, Jirrbal, Zenadth Kes song woman who has ventured from her home town in North Queensland, to pursue her dream in the Kulin Nation (Melbourne, Australia). With a name coming from the Wik people, meaning to dance, to sing, to play – Kee’ahn aims to honour her name and Ancestors through her soulful music that weaves lush melodies and words reminiscent of heartbreak and healing.
The release of her debut single, BETTER THINGS rocketed her to the national music attention gaining her spots at Bigsound, a nomination at the Music Victoria Awards as well as winning the Archie Roach Award at the National Indigenous Music Awards.
“Kee’ahn has the ability to floor you with her spectacular voice, and as a song writer she brings intimate moments to the surface like she’s lifting a feather to the sky – it’s mystifying and gracious.” – Nkechi Anele , Roots ‘N’ All presenter – triple j