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The acclaimed duo of Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta woman Kaleena Briggs and Yuwaalaraay woman Nardi Simpson are Stiff Gins. With more than two decades of music making they are Australia’s longest performing Indigenous female group and stand as matriarchal pioneers in the Australian Blak music scene. Stiff Gins bring audiences a powerful blend of music, culture and language, delivered through breathtaking harmonies and warm, witty storytelling. Their newest album, Crossroads, has been recognised as a finalist in the NSW Music Prize for Best First Nations Album, underscoring their ongoing impact as cultural leaders and musical innovators. Produced by Syd Green, Crossroads weaves together folk, roots and Indigenous language with refined lyrical storytelling, reflecting both personal evolution and the strength of their long creative partnership. It stands as their most accomplished work yet. In this current phase of their illustrious career, Stiff Gins stand at the precipice of musical ingenuity, where their craft continues to evolve, intertwining cultural depth with artistic sophistication. Through their empowering partnership, Stiff Gins not only affirm their cultural legacy but have forged enduring connections with world-class musicians across diverse musical landscapes, solidifying their place in the contemporary musical scene.