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Born in 1959 in Barovon village near Kokopo in East New Britain Province, Telek is one of the few Papua New Guinean singers to gain an international following. Telek sang with various bands in Papua New Guinea early in his career - most notably with the contemporary [[Tolai people|Tolai]] group Painim Wok where he was the lead vocalist. |
Born in 1959 in Barovon village near Kokopo in East New Britain Province, Telek is one of the few Papua New Guinean singers to gain an international following.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://jazztimes.com/archives/george-mamua-telek-serious-tam/|title=George Mamua Telek: Serious Tam |website=Jazztimes|date=2019|accessdate=26 April 2020}}</ref> Telek sang with various bands in Papua New Guinea early in his career - most notably with the contemporary [[Tolai people|Tolai]] group Painim Wok where he was the lead vocalist. |
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In 1989, Telek met [[David Bridie]] of the Australian band [[Not Drowning, Waving]], and they recorded the album ''Tabaran'', which was released in 1990. At the [[ARIA Music Awards of 1992]], the album was nominated for [[ARIA Award for Best Indigenous Release]]. |
In 1989, Telek met [[David Bridie]] of the Australian band [[Not Drowning, Waving]], and they recorded the album ''Tabaran'', which was released in 1990. At the [[ARIA Music Awards of 1992]], the album was nominated for [[ARIA Award for Best Indigenous Release]]. |
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Telek released his debut solo album, ''[[Telek (album)|Telek]]'' in 1997. At the [[ARIA Music Awards of 1997]], the album won [[ARIA Award for Best World Music Album]]. |
Telek released his debut solo album, ''[[Telek (album)|Telek]]'' in 1997. At the [[ARIA Music Awards of 1997]], the album won [[ARIA Award for Best World Music Album]]. |
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Telek recorded his second studio album ''[[Serious Tam]]'' in 2000 at [[Peter Gabriel]]'s [[Real World Studios]] in England. The album was released in 2000. |
Telek recorded his second studio album ''[[Serious Tam]]'' in 2000 at [[Peter Gabriel]]'s [[Real World Studios]] in England. The album was released in July 2000.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cede.com/en/music/?view=detail&branch_sub=0&branch=1&aid=100358378|title=Telek Serious Tam Audio CD |website=Cede|date=July 2000|accessdate=26 April 2020}}</ref> [[The Times]] voted the album as 'Best Pop Album of 2000.<ref name="mosh"/> |
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In March 2003, Talek recorded his third studio album, again with David Bridie as producer. The album sees a slight departure from his previous two efforts focusing on the more acoustic side of Telek's writing, featuring a mix of string band, Pacific roots pop and traditional Tolais songs.<ref name="mosh">{{cite web|url=https://www.moshtix.com.au/v2/event/george-telek-and-david-bridie/5119|title= George Telek and David Bridie| website=Moshtix|date=2004|accessdate=26 April 2020}}</ref> ''Amette'' was released in October 2004. |
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In 2018, Telek was diagnosed with mouth cancer.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://chuffed.org/project/help-george-telek|title=Help George Telek in his time of need|website=Chuffed|date=2018|accessdate=24 April 2020}}</ref> |
In 2018, Telek was diagnosed with mouth cancer.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://chuffed.org/project/help-george-telek|title=Help George Telek in his time of need|website=Chuffed|date=2018|accessdate=24 April 2020}}</ref> |
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George Telek Mamua, commonly known simply as Telek is a musician and singer from Papua New Guinea. He has won one ARIA Award for this 1997 self-titled album.
Career
Born in 1959 in Barovon village near Kokopo in East New Britain Province, Telek is one of the few Papua New Guinean singers to gain an international following.[1] Telek sang with various bands in Papua New Guinea early in his career - most notably with the contemporary Tolai group Painim Wok where he was the lead vocalist.
In 1989, Telek met David Bridie of the Australian band Not Drowning, Waving, and they recorded the album Tabaran, which was released in 1990. At the ARIA Music Awards of 1992, the album was nominated for ARIA Award for Best Indigenous Release.
Telek released his debut solo album, Telek in 1997. At the ARIA Music Awards of 1997, the album won ARIA Award for Best World Music Album.
Telek recorded his second studio album Serious Tam in 2000 at Peter Gabriel's Real World Studios in England. The album was released in July 2000.[2] The Times voted the album as 'Best Pop Album of 2000.[3]
In March 2003, Talek recorded his third studio album, again with David Bridie as producer. The album sees a slight departure from his previous two efforts focusing on the more acoustic side of Telek's writing, featuring a mix of string band, Pacific roots pop and traditional Tolais songs.[3] Amette was released in October 2004.
In 2018, Telek was diagnosed with mouth cancer.[4]
Telek sings in his native language, Kuanua, and in Tok Pisin. Many of his songs are sung in three-part harmonies that are characteristic of the Tolai.
Discography
Albums
| Titel | Details |
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| Tabaran (credited to Not Drowning, Waving and the Musicians of Rabaul featuring Telek) |
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| Telek |
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| Serious Tam |
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| Arnette |
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| Matogo (with the Moab Stringband) |
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| Christmas with George Telek and Friends |
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| Akave |
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| A Bit Na Ta (with David Bridie and Musicians of the Gunantuna) |
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Awards
ARIA Music Awards
The ARIA Music Awards is an annual awards ceremony that recognises excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of Australian music. George Talek has won 1 award from 5 nominations.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
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| 1992 | Tabaran (credited to Not Drowning, Waving and the Musicians of Rabaul, Papua New Guinea featuring Telek) | Best Indigenous Release | Nominated |
| 1997 | Telek | Best Indigenous Release | Nominated |
| Best World Album | Won | ||
| 2001 | Serious Tam | Best World Album | Nominated |
References
- ^ "George Mamua Telek: Serious Tam". Jazztimes. 2019. Retrieved 26 April 2020.
- ^ "Telek Serious Tam Audio CD". Cede. July 2000. Retrieved 26 April 2020.
- ^ a b "George Telek and David Bridie". Moshtix. 2004. Retrieved 26 April 2020.
- ^ "Help George Telek in his time of need". Chuffed. 2018. Retrieved 24 April 2020.
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