What makes Tiddas by Tiddas notable?

The album garnered critical acclaim, earning a spot on the ARIA charts and showcasing the voices of Indigenous women in Australia. Its impact has been recognized as pivotal in bringing Indigenous narratives into mainstream music discussions. Tiddas, released in 1996, marked the debut album for the Australian trio. At this point in their career, they were establishing their unique sound that blended Indigenous influences with contemporary folk music.

How many songs are on Tiddas?

Tiddas has 12 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Tiddas

Tiddas · 1996

39 min · 12 tracks

Harmonious vocals intertwine with folk-inspired melodies, creating an intimate exploration of personal and cultural themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Walk Alone — This opening track sets a reflective tone for the album, addressing themes of solitude and self-discovery through its poignant lyrics and melodic structure.
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Ignorance Is Bliss — With its catchy chorus and insightful commentary, this track encapsulates the band's ability to blend social critique with accessible melodies.
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Burdens to Bear — This song dives deep into emotional struggles, showcasing Tiddas' powerful harmonies while tackling weighty themes of personal and collective hardship.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

65 /100

Treeline

Higher than 54% of albums we've rated

The album blends Indigenous influences with folk elements, showcasing strong vocal harmonies and cultural themes.

What we noticed

The album features rich vocal harmonies that often layer multiple voices in call-and-response patterns, enhancing the folk-inspired melodies.
The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining a steady tempo while others shift to more reflective, slower moments.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Walk Alone 3:00
2 Mission Song 3:51
3 Ignorance Is Bliss 2:56
4 No Goon No Pah 1:38
5 You & Me Running 3:19
6 Musqueam 4:06
7 Pebble on the Beach 3:14
8 Hold Her Close 3:14
9 Anthem 3:21
10 Burdens to Bear 3:23
11 Waving Goodbye 4:16
12 Lullaby 3:03

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