After weeks of teasing and speculation, Australia has finally revealed Electric Fields as Australia’s entry to Eurovision in Malmö with the song “One Milkali (One Blood)”.
Australia 2024: Electric Fields – “One Milkali (One Blood)”
In a press statement released by SBS and production company Blink TV, “One Milkali” is a beautiful song about unity, harmony and beauty, wrapped in powerful vocals. The song, which loosely translates to “One Blood” is sung in English, Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, an Aboriginal language of the Anangu peoples – one of the oldest living cultures on earth. What’s most impressive throughout the song is Zaachariaha’s arresting vocals, which immediately command attention against a twinkling chorus of instruments as he states, “I stand in the eye of the spiral,” as if on the precipice of something great.
Inspired by the breathtaking surrounds of Zaachariaha’s home, Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands (also known as the APY Lands of South Australia), or the dreams which are forever in their reach, each beat of One Milkali (One Blood) is like a homecoming and awakening at once. You can’t help but smile as its melody gathers momentum in a swell of musicality that makes you want to dance, jive, and have the time of your life!
Storytelling that honours Zaachariaha’s connection to his Country, cultures, and peoples – singing in Pitjantjatjara, Yankunytjatjara, and English – fuses with Michael’s finesse for futuristic compositions so effortlessly their music feels truly fresh and modern. The co-writing duo’s motto to “bypass the barriers” extends to every element of their being in pure celebration.
Electric Fields has said: “We are buzzed with euphoria at our chance to share this music with the world. Our music comes from the deepest place in both of us and Eurovision is the most exciting opportunity to bring together our cultures and share the joy of our global connection.”
The song is released by Wonderlick Recording Company and Sony Music Entertainment Australia. This year’s selection was internally made by Australian broadcaster, SBS.
Who is Electric Fields?
Electric Fields is a duo from South Australia, comprising of the extraordinary voice of Zaachariaha Fielding from the APY Lands of South Australia, and brilliance of producer and keyboardist Michael Ross. The two merge to form traditional living culture with music that ranges from soulful pop to epic-scale electronica.
Fans may remember Electric Fields from their participation at Australia Decides in 2019, where they came a close second to Kate Miller-Heidke with their unforgettable, upbeat track “2000 And Whatever”. They’re elated to join the Eurovision universe once more, and this time, represent Australia on the global stage.
Electric Fields have been a mainstay of Australian music since their big screen TV debut in 2019. Their song “We The People” was the anthem for World Pride in 2023, and they headlined Australia’s hugely televised New Year Fireworks celebration, breaking the new year for the nation.
What do you think about Electric Fields’s entry for Eurovision this year? Do you think “One Milkali (One Love)” will come alive at Eurovision? Let us know in the comments below.
