Have you heard? There’re some new kids on the block, and boy, are they making their presence known.
We’re talking about the flow of fresh Aussie artists hitting the scene this year.
From anthems for the area to bars that make you bounce, there’s no question that these rising artists are flipping Aussie music on its head.
Mason Dane
Converting his parent’s Series 2000 Caravan into a mobile studio, Mason Dane’s hustle has earned him international attention and some fresh collabs.
The self-taught EDM-pop-trap producer and artist piqued the interest of T-Pain when his track, “Dash”, blew up on TikTok. And with his heart and soul in his hometown of Newcastle, he’s continuing to work alongside local Aussie artists, from Manu Crooks to Hooligan Hefs.
A.GIRL
Calling the 2142 home, A.GIRL’s sound stretches far beyond the borders of Western Sydney’s Granville. Pairing intimate lyrics with R&B pulls and heavy, hip-hop influences, this young artist is making a name of herself in industry circles.
Telling her story, and that of her community, A.GIRL’s bold bars and smooth sounds are not to be missed.
A.GIRL’s Maori heritage runs deep, fueling her fire to create art that makes a difference. Her bold bars and smooth sounds draw you into her world, making it almost irresistible not to hit play again, and again.
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Day1
When a kid starts writing music at the age of nine, you can only imagine how he’d shake up the scene years down the line. Brisbane-based rapper, Day1 did exactly that. His melodic bars, mixing gritty rap and smooth R&B has brought his unique sound to the spotlight.
Having found his own voice amidst the American and Australian scene, Day1’s fire drops have a head-turning response, with his track “BOSS” cracking the top five on the Soundcloud charts and hitting #20 Spotify Viral 50.
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Reyanna Maria
With Tyga and Alicia Keys amongst her fans, 19-year old Reyanna Maria went from local to global real quick. In under six months, the sassy sound of Reyanna’s “So Pretty” hit over 100 million views on TikTok, catching the attention of some big industry hitters.
And she has no plans to slow down. The Melbourne local has swapped Hosier Lane for Hollywood Boulevard, continuing to bring her bold R&B style to L.A.
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Lisi
Meet Lisi, the rising rapper repping the real and raw stories of Goodna. Having started on the scene with a simple phone recording, Lisi’s icy-cold flow has earned him credibility amongst fans and fellow artists.
His lyrics dive deep into everyday life in the 4300, speaking straight about issues and adversity in this Queensland suburb. And by flashing a positive light on Goodna, Lisi hopes to inspire the next generation of kids from the area.
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Youngn Lipz
In an ode to Sydney’s west, Youngn Lipz is using soulful R&B and bouncy hip-hop to put Cabramatta on the map.
Drawing on his experiences as a young Samoan, YL unveils a different side of Western Sydney, most evident in his deeply personal debut album Area Baby. YL has stories to tell and expectations to exceed, and he’s just getting started.
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KYE
What do you get when you take inspiration from Kehlani, Solange and NAO, and pair it with a fresh take on neo-soul? KYE.
After years collaborating with some of the industry’s greatest, the Zimbabwean-born, London-raised and Melbourne-based musician is is now bringing her unique blend of R&B, hip-hop and soul centre stage as a solo musician.
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Kobie Dee
Powerful storytelling can go beyond the studio, back to the streets. And Kobie Dee’s fire flow is a prime example of this.
With honest, captivating and sometimes confronting raps, the Gomeroi artist from Maroubra in South Sydney effortlessly connects with his fans. As a voice for his community, Kobie’s raw storytelling makes him one of the most exciting emerging artists in Aussie hip hop.
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