Songman Archie Roach is remembered as the voice of generations and a truth-teller whose death is a loss to his community and the world.
Through his prolific career, he toured nationally and internationally, including with artists including Bob Dylan, Billy Bragg, Tracy Chapman and Patti Smith.
"His passing is not just a loss to Australia, but also to all of us who believe that music can be used as a tool to seek justice." After Ruby died in 2010, Uncle Archie suffered a stroke and endured other health problems, including lung cancer. Despite having a lung removed, he continued to perform with the help of an oxygen tube.
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