Abebe – Butterfly Song
"Discover the musical legacy and enduring friendship between celebrated Papuan musician George Telek and Not Drowning, Waving’s David Bridie."
Overview
In 1986, Melbourne musician David Bridie of the groups Not Drowning, Waving and My Friend the Chocolate Cake travelled to Papua New Guinea, where he heard the heartfelt sounds of George Telek and the Moab Stringband’s ‘Abebe’ (‘Butterfly Song’) on board a bus. It marked the beginning of a profound fascination with the nation and its rich culture – and of a bond with Telek that would last more than 30 years.
About Abebe – Butterfly Song (2023)
Released in 2023, Abebe – Butterfly Song is a documentary film from Positive Ape (Australia). It was directed by Rosie Jones. The cast is led by George Telek, David Bridie, Helen Mountford, John Phillips and Martin Flanagan. With a runtime of 1h 38m, the film is available in full HD.
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