triple j Unearthed High Finalists 2026 Revealed
The five finalists represent the rich and diverse tapestry of Australia’s musical climate.
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It’s that time of the year again when triple j announces the Unearthed High Finalists of the year.
Since its inception in 2007, the national comp has helped Aussie acts go from the bedroom to stages across the country and is responsible for launching the careers of some of our biggest stars, including The Kid LAROI, Genesis Owusu, The Rions, Gretta Ray and Teenage Joans.
This year’s five finalists represent the diverse landscape of the Australian music scene, with each artist set to be spotlighted by triple j over the coming weeks.
Leading the charge is 14-year-old Sunshine Coast-based singer, songwriter and producer Alli Kate. Influenced by hip hop, she’s already scored co-signs from SIA, YNG Martyr and The Kid Laroi, with the future looking very rosy for Kate.
Next up is Melbourne-based artist Lithu. A lover of hip hop, R&B and big beats, he’s earned rave reviews for his track ‘ride or die’, which features the vocal talents of 719023 and ashvs. Entering the comp for the first time this year, he’s already making waves and shapes as one to keep an eye on in the world of Aussie rap.
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Those who like rock music will be compelled to listen to what Trophy Wyfe are currently dishing up. The Newcastle trio fall somewhere in the indie rock meets post-punk genre, with their single ‘Spiders’, the second taste of the high schooler’s upcoming debut album, getting great reviews.
Repping the heavy genre are Queensland five-piece TwoSeventy. This hardcore outfit have been together for several years and already performed alongside the likes of SPEED, Sunami and Whispers. Hitting the road during school holidays, the Sunny Coast group dropped their first EP, S.C.B.D., last year.
Last but certainly not least is 15-year-old zoevi, the alias of Zoe Visitacion. The Boorloo/Perth-based indie pop artist is a multi-instrumentalist who grew up surrounded by music. A modern bedroom pop artist in the mould of beabadoobee, she’s already garnered millions of views on TikTok, with her music resonating with audiences across the globe.
Find out more about each triple j Unearthed High finalist via abc.net.au.
