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Anieszka
Anieszka is an Australian/Mauritian artist based in Eora/Sydney. Fusing R&B, neo-soul and her Mauritian roots, she provides introspection with her thought-provoking writing and dulcet vocals. Her sound championed by the likes of triple j, Bandcamp Daily, Nikkei Asia, BBC Radio, Colors, Capital XTRA, Rinse FM, Vogue France, RUSSH Magazine and more.
With numerous performances in Sydney, Melbourne and London, and showcases at BIGSOUND (2023) and SXSW Sydney (2024), her live presence is equally as soothing as it is vivacious.
Dubbed the ‘R&B Angel,’ her music feels like a love letter to our inner selves. There’s no doubting Anieszka’s ability to fill every crevice with soul and remind us what it is to be human. She does not conform to standards, nor current trends, she’s here to break down barriers with hypnotic, soulful music in its purest form.
BADASSMUTHA
BADASSMUTHA. A self proclaimed Silly Goose who writes songs for soft ones, staunch ones, bubba ones, aunty ones and the mama ones. A Githabul, Migunberri-Yugumbeh, Gamilaroi woman residing and working between Tulmur [Ipswich] and Magandjin [Brisbane], with an eclectic sound inspired by, pop, soul, reggae, funk, catchy melody and a powerhouse presence.
2025 has ramped up to be massive for BADAAMUTHA, already seeing her topping community radio charts and receive massive airtime with her Debut EP release ‘Silly Goose’. Notable mentions have been Triple J ‘Catch of the Day’ Drive program with Abbey and Tyrone, ABC Rage, featuring as Triple J Unearthed Songs Of The Week and sitting in 4ZZZ’s top 20 Chart for ongoing weeks. Backing it all up with a live set that oozes energy; she has performed at Blak social’s ‘Blak Day Out’, supported national sensation Miss Kaninna in Magandjin, played the likes of Sydney Opera House and Glastonbury, and has been invited to showcase at SXSW Sydney and Bigsound 2025.
Jada Weazel
Hailing from Woorabinda, Central Queensland, R&B/soul artist Jada Weazel delivers music rich in depth, introspection, and charisma. Music has become a safe space for Jada—an avenue for therapy and expression—and she has introduced herself to audiences in the most authentic way she knows how: through her words.
With a sound that resonates with fans of Snoh Aalegra, H.E.R., and SZA, Jada’s artistry has flourished in recent years. She has honed her songwriting craft alongside collaborators Stephen Collins, LEN20, 18YOMAN, and Uno Stereo. On her No Peace EP, Jada’s natural confidence shines through, with the empowering core of each track lingering long after the first listen.
Over the past 12 months, Jada has made her mark with standout performances at Golden Age Cinema Sydney, BIGSOUND, SXSW Sydney, and has also graced the stages of her first festivals, including Treaty Day Out and Brunswick Music Festival.
Now an ARIA Award Nominee (Best R&B/Soul Release, 2023), Jada Weazel continues to prove herself a cut above the rest. With passion, determination, and talent beyond her years, Jada’s star is only continuing to rise.
JJ4K
JJ4K is a Brisbane-based hip-hop artist and producer making waves with his sharp lyricism, self-produced beats, and raw energy. With features on Triple J, Take Flight, New Jupiter, AU$ and more, he’s quickly earning industry attention. Backed by Triple J Unearthed, JJ4K landed the BIGSOUND 2024 artist slot, featured in their 2025 “Ones to Watch” and recently won the 2025 NIDA Competition. JJ4K’s notable experiences performing includes BIGSOUND 2024, opening for Lil Eazy-E, multiple local gigs and was recently co-signed by Chillinit after supporting as the opener for the sold-out Brisbane Big Bash Tour. What does the near future look like? More music. More momentum. With 2025 locked and loaded, JJ4K is ready to continue delivering bangers!
Jude2k
Jude2k is a 21-year-old genre-fusing artist from the Central Coast, New South Wales, who is turning up everywhere with his distinctive tone and emotional energy, echoing the 2000s while pushing forward.
Coming from an area with little creative infrastructure, Jude is driven by wanting to represent and showcase what artists all across Australia can create, hoping to help inspire others along his journey.
His authenticity lets audiences feel and resonate with his music, unapologetically exposing his flaws, showing us that Jude is no different to his listeners. Now with the task of following up well-received singles and a freshly inked G-Shock campaign, 2025 is looking to be exciting for the young star.
JUPiTA
JUPiTA is a visionary producer, songwriter, and performer based in Naarm, reshaping sound through genre-defying blends of reggaeton, R&B, drum and bass, and more. Her debut album iO. is a transformative journey—merging neo-psychedelic jazz, alt-soul, and resonant frequencies to create a healing sonic experience. Known for her immersive performances and bold curation, JUPiTA uplifts the Latinx community while commanding the stage.
kaye
kaye is a name that is progressively becoming more known and populated throughout ears everywhere. kaye is no new comer to the music industry, the 22-year-old has been manufacturing, producing, engineering and performing hip-hop inspired sounds since 7 years old. No stranger to stage performing kaye has recently warmed up the room for BET nominated UK rapper Sainté, allowing himself to open doors in the process. His authenticity has been highly valued as he continues to share his creative thought patterns, ideas, and story with the people.
Lxrdmc
Lxrdmc is a Zimbabwean-Australian rapper delivering sharp, soul-cutting verses and vivid storytelling straight from the diaspora. Known for his ability to flip pain into poetry and struggle into swagger, his music blends Afro-drill, melodic rap, and introspective bars that resonate with both heart and hustle. With a pen that cuts deep and a voice that commands attention, Lxrdmc speaks for the overlooked and self-made, never shying away from vulnerability or bravado.
Fresh off a standout performance at Motion Sounds and making waves in the Bodega Collective “Pass the Mic” competition, Lxrdmc is gaining recognition for his raw presence, lyrical depth and an electrifying stage presence. His upcoming EP ‘No Handouts’ builds on this momentum, featuring tracks like “No Help” that showcase his hunger, versatility, and refusal to be boxed in.
For Lxrdmc, it’s more than music—it’s legacy. Underrated but unforgettable, he’s here to take his seat at the table and make sure the scene remembers his name.
Minty
MINTY is a rising Gomeroi artist known for his powerful blend of melodic sound, rap, and hip-hop. Starting out as a self-taught producer at just 15, MINTY has steadily carved a name for himself in the Australian music scene. A gifted guitarist and drummer, he brings a raw, live energy to his recordings and performances that reflects both his personal journey and deep connection to culture.
He has collaborated with respected artists including Ngemba musician Stephen Wilson, Aussie hip-hop icon P.Smurf, and Malyangapa, Barkindji rapper Kobie Dee. His work with acclaimed producers such as Chris Hammer Smith and Mali Nakalevu continues to push his sound forward while staying rooted in authenticity and community.
MINTY’s music speaks to lived experience — unfiltered, emotional, and grounded in his Indigenous identity. More than just a performer, he is driven by a commitment to uplift First Nations voices and spark meaningful change through music. With each release, MINTY proves he’s one to watch.
Nabio
Nabio is an independent artist from West Melbourne, born in New Zealand and grounded in his Ethiopian heritage. Known for his sharp delivery and clean visuals, he blends real storytelling with a presence that is cutting through. In the past year, Nabio has racked up over a million views across platforms, opened for artists like Chillinit, Sainte from the UK, and has worked consistently with brands including JD Sports x Nike. His latest single ‘Count Me In’ featuring Moses showed clear levels, matching standout energy with improved structure and sound, proving he can hold his own next to established names. With every release, Nabio continues to build towards something bigger, a career not built off hype, but off standard. His direction, branding, and hunger set him apart as someone who’s not just emerging, but already moving like he belongs at the top. Nabio is here to stay and intends to continue his rise through the ranks and represent Australia in the biggest possible way.
REDD.
Originally channelling their creative fire into acting— they’re a Palme d’Or winning actor— it took a global pandemic and Melbourne’s infamous lockdowns in 2020 to ignite their musical journey. At just 15 and entering Year 9, REDD. dove headfirst into songwriting and production. The result? A raw, no-holds-barred creative outlet that became the foundation of their sonic world. Uploading demos to Soundcloud and Unearthed, it wasn’t long before their distinct style, lyricism and musicianship turned heads, earning them a deal with Island Records Australia and Republic Records in the USA, and a growing reputation within the industry as one of Australia’s most exciting new artists. Already REDD.’s string of releases, ‘BRITNEY IN 03.’, ‘PUSH ME AWAY.’ and ‘SHIMMY SHAKE.’ ‘FUGH SHI.’, ‘RAUNCH.’ and new single ‘Jeans So Baggy’ have grabbed the attention of BBC Radio 1 and 6 Music, Radio X, triple j and Unearthed, 3RRR, RTR, FBi Radio, 4ZZZ, Radio Adelaide, Apple Music and Spotify. REDD. has also lent their writing skills to Baker Boy’s current singles ‘PEACEKEEPER’ and ‘Freakout’, further solidifying their reputation as a “one to watch” in the industry.
Soli
Ethiopian artist Soli has emerged as one of Melbourne’s most compelling R&B talents. Her velvety, soulful tones have mesmerised audiences for years, leaving an indelible mark with her emotive lyrics and storytelling abilities. Soli’s debut EP, “Daily Thoughts,” features standout tracks like “Blessed,” “Temporary Low,” and “Pray,” earning widespread acclaim in Australia. Recently, Soli took the stage alongside global sensation Tems, as Tems’ official support act for the Australian leg of the highly anticipated ‘Born In The Wild’ world tour. Soli has also supported genre-blurring artists such as Ravyn Lenae, Masego and Yussef Dayes, solidifying her place as a sought-after performer. With an undeniable passion to connect on a global scale, Soli hopes to continue to share her sound and her heart with the world.
Sollyy
Sollyy redefines the bounds of modern hip hop as a multifaceted producer, rapper, and DJ. His DIY approach to rap is evident in his discography, with tongue-in-cheek lyricism and R&B-inspired production chops forming the basis of his slick club-oriented sound. Based in Sydney, he brings community with him everywhere he goes, his unrefined blog-rap influenced visual & sonic aesthetic capturing the hearts and minds of a growing Sydney youth subculture.
Station Hayds
Station Hayds is a hip-hop artist from Western Sydney, often seen as a quintessential voice of the area he hails from. Fusing raw experience with a diverse palette of musical and cultural influences, he crafts a sound that’s both grounded and boundary-pushing. From the harmonies of the Pacific Islands to all shades of hip-hop, from House music to Smooth FM classics, Station Hayds pulls from everywhere — but sounds like no one. His distinct pocket of rhythm and rhyme not only sets him apart in Western Sydney but positions him as a singular force in Australian music as a whole.
Tahkoe
Western Sydney’s Tahkoe is a diligent wordsmith, singer and producer, who self-soothes through the sensibilities of rap, soul and hip-hop. From the gruelling hardships of overcoming cultural expectation, to the stresses of surviving the everyday, Tahkoe’s pen stays firmly inked; his resilience resting within the safety of his lyrical storytelling. His words read like a prayer; a pledge to the divine timing of the world, and a simultaneous call to be heard by anyone willing to spare an ear. Driven by the sincerity of artists like MIKE, MAVI, Andre 3000 and Avantdale Bowling Club, Tahkoe stretches the depths of sound to speak his own truth, paying no mind to the repercussions — the music is simply his scripture.
Tanisha
TANISHA is Australia’s breath of fresh air, blending contemporary UK RnB, neo-soul, soul-electronica, and everything in between to push the boundaries of modern R&B/Soul. With a fearless approach to genre and an unmistakable voice, she’s redefining what it means to be an RnB/Soul artist in today’s landscape.
Creating her own lane in Australian music, TANISHA’s breakout tracks “Bare Minimum” and “How It Is” set the tone for a career marked by emotional depth, artistic vision, and unwavering authenticity. A 2025 Queensland Music Awards finalist for RnB Release of the Year, she has been the face of Spotify’s RNB Connect playlist, achieved over 2M streams independently, sold out major headline shows, and opened for legends including Macy Gray on her On How Life Is 25th Anniversary Tour, Larissa Lambert, and TORA.
She writes and co-produces all her music, leading her creative team across songwriting and visual design. Collaborating locally with Brad Hosking (Amy Shark) and internationally with London-based producer – Paul White (Charli XCX, A$AP Rocky), TANISHA continues to evolve her artistry and global presence. Her music is bold and emotive, representing a new era of RnB/Soul—led fearlessly from the heart of Australia.
That Gurl Bella
That Gurl Bella is one of Australia’s most exciting new voices, fusing hip-hop, R&B, and pop into a sound that’s bold, fresh, and unmistakably her own. Hailing from Sydney’s Inner West (Wangal Land), the 18-year-old has already surpassed 3 million streams across Spotify and other platforms, solidifying her place as a rising star in the scene.
In 2024, Bella was named a Triple J Unearthed High Finalist, gaining national attention with her breakout track “Strangers”—a dreamy, emotional anthem about a fleeting connection that never fades. Her gift for turning personal experiences into unforgettable melodies has earned her a fast-growing fanbase and critical buzz.
Bella’s presence extends beyond the studio. She’s lit up stages alongside some of the country’s best, including Nooky, JK-47, and Miss Kannina, and her charisma has been recognised by UK rap icons M Huncho and Unknown T. She was also featured in The Kid LAROI’s documentary, spotlighting her as a future leader in Australian music. Bella continues to make her mark—on the mic, on the stage, and across the culture. She’s not just breaking through—she’s leading the next wave.
VV-Ace
Emerging from the depths of Melbourne’s North, VV-Ace is a prodigal talent fast-amassing a groundswell of support across the culture. Named by Rolling Stone as “one of the country’s most exciting up and comers”, Ace possesses an unmatched ability to switch styles and surprise listeners.
It’s clear that V stands for Versatile; from booming Trap sounds, to melodic R&B, and catchy Afro-Swing – his creativity is fearless, his authenticity is raw, and his delivery distinct. Having started the new year electrifying crowds at the Summer Jam Street Ball Tournament, it’s evident 2025 shapes to be a watershed year for the enigmatic emcee who promises a string of new releases, captivating visuals, and boundary-pushing live shows.
Yung Maynie
Hailing from Melbourne’s Western Suburbs, Yung Maynie is an emerging star blending the smooth sounds of hip-hop and R&B. With soulful beats and introspective lyrics, his music draws on a life full of struggles and triumphs as well as his experiences with love, loss, and self-discovery. He also reflects his Indigenous [Kaurna/Narungga] and Māori [Ngāti Kahungunu] heritage.After a successful career in the NRL, Maynie made the decision to retire from the sport and focus solely on his music. With over 3 million streams across all platforms, he’s already shared stages with top Australian artists like OneFour, Hooligan Hefs, HP Boyz and The 046. Yung Maynie is quickly proving he’s not just next up — he’s here now.
Zafty
Zafty is an 18-year-old Nigerian-born rapper from Melbourne, known for his introspective lyricism and standout flow, drawing comparisons to J. Cole and Redveil. After releasing 11 singles in 2023, he earned Triple J’s “Most Underrated Flow Award” and was a 2024 Unearthed High finalist. With 850K+ streams and major playlist support across Spotify and Apple Music, Zafty also secured a slot at Wildlands Festival 2025 via Triple J Unearthed.