BAKER BOY / MISS KANINNA / INKABEE / JJ VACANT / RICKY NEIL JR.
Well… that was absolutely next-level!
A sold-out Albany Town Hall welcomed Baker Boy to Kinjarling for the very first time in August, for what became one of the most unforgettable nights in Live @ the Town Hall history.
From the moment Ricky Neil Jr. kicked things off to the final explosive moments of Baker Boy’s headline set, the room was alive with an extraordinary level of energy, joy and connection. JJ Vacant and INKABEE had the crowd firing, Miss Kaninna delivered an utterly commanding performance, and Baker Boy took the night into another stratosphere with a powerhouse set packed with music, movement, culture and language.
It was our biggest and most ambitious Live @ the Town Hall lineup yet - five incredible artists, a capacity crowd, and an iconic regional venue absolutely buzzing from beginning to end.
For the Albany Town Hall team, this was one of those nights that reminded us exactly why live music matters. Seeing artists of this calibre on a stage in Kinjarling, surrounded by a room full of people dancing, singing, cheering and sharing the experience together, was genuinely something special.
Huge thanks to Baker Boy, Miss Kaninna, INKABEE, JJ Vacant and Ricky Neil Jr., their incredible touring teams and everyone behind the scenes who helped make the night happen - and to every single person who packed out the Town Hall and brought so much energy to the room.
Minds blown. Hearts full. Happy memories forever.
Made possible with support from Revive Live, an Australian Government initiative.
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Live @ the Town Hall returns on Saturday 24 October with another incredible lineup: The Chats, Mannequin Death Squad, Sooks, Grand Casual and PACKHOaRSE - tickets are on sale now.
THE AUGUST 2026 LINEUP...
Proud Yolŋu man, renowned artist, 2019 Young Australian of the Year and Multi-award winning superstar, Baker Boy originates from Milingimbi and Maningrida in North-East Arnhem Land.
Baker Boy's new album 'DJANDJAY' (pron. Jan-jay), includes the singles ‘PEACEKEEPER’, ‘FREAK OUT’ feat. Briggs and Haiku Hands’, ‘LIGHTNING’ feat. REDD., THICK SKIN feat. Thelma Plum, Emma Donovan, Kee'ahn & Jada Weazel, and ‘RUNNING LOW’ feat. Pardyalone.
Receiving critical acclaim for ‘DJANDJAY’, the release was topped off by his much-talked-about triple j's Like A Version cover of 'JUMP' by BLACKPINK, as well as his thumping new anthem ‘CURSE’ from the forthcoming DJANDJAY (Deluxe) album - out later this year.
Following the acclaim of his 5 x ARIA Award-winning debut album Gela, including Album Of The Year, ‘DJANDJAY’ is Baker Boy’s most emotionally layered and creatively evolved work yet. Named in honour of his late grandmother, ‘DJANDJAY’ also pays homage to the Yolŋu spiritual figure of the same name: a guiding octopus spirit that leads souls forward.
Most recently, he was crowned Musician of the Year at the 2025 GQ Men of the Year Awards, performed at the 2025 AFL Grand Final with Snoop Dogg and has just wrapped up his 10-date Australian album tour - where Rolling Stone noted: “the energy was off the charts”.
Miss Kaninna is a First Nations artist whose music, voice, and presence have made her one of the most compelling figures in so-called Australian music today. Hailing from Bruny Island, Tasmania, she is of Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja Wurrung, Kalkadoon, and Yirendali heritage. She made history in 2024 with her debut single ‘Blak Britney’ earning three ARIA nominations, including Best Independent Release, becoming the first independent Aboriginal woman nominated for an ARIA for a debut single. The track reached #1 on triple j, featured in Netflix’s Heartbreak High and was named by Rolling Stone as one of the Best Australian & NZ Songs of the 21st Century, marking a critical and cultural breakthrough.
Her debut EP ‘KANINNA’ followed to critical acclaim, winning Best Independent Hip-Hop EP/Album and Breakthrough Independent Artist of the Year at the 2025 Australian Independent Music (AIR) Awards, and receiving an ARIA nomination for Best Hip-Hop Release.
In late 2025, Miss Kaninna took her music overseas, joining Irish rappers Kneecap, for an 18-date sold out tour across the UK and Europe. From Amsterdam to Glasgow, her ferocious charisma, rage, and resistance made every performance an uncompromising statement of identity and truth.
At home, she has supported Amyl and the Sniffers, Hiatus Kaiyote and M.I.A, whilst sharing stages with Stormzy, Steve Lacy, and Raye on the 2024 Laneway Festival tour. She was named triple j Unearthed Artist of the Year, received SXSW Sydney’s inaugural Justin Cosby Award for Best New Talent, and was included in NME’s 2025 Essential 100 Emerging Artists. In 2026, Amazon named her one of their Global Artists to Watch.
Miss Kaninna’s reputation as a live performer rests on her ability to hold space, rousing rage and joy in equal measure. Floating effortlessly between Hip-Hop, R&B, rock and pop, her genre-defying approach to performance provides a staunch foundation for a new artist with an urgency for change. With activism a crucial thread in her lineage and her art, contributing her platform and support to marginalised communities form a vital part of her practise. In 2025 she spearheaded the creation of Sovereign Day Out - a festival to uplift First Nations people following a white supremacist attack on sacred land - and continues ongoing work with initiatives supporting Indigenous, immigrant, LGBTQI+ and women’s rights.
With each milestone and movement, Miss Kaninna continues to solidify her place as an artist whose voice and presence command attention. She is a cultural leader, a creative force, and a performer whose influence extends far beyond the stage.
INKABEE is a 14-year-old Noongar Wongi hip-hop and R&B artist from Boorloo (Perth, Western Australia), rapidly emerging as one of the most compelling young voices in Australian music.
He began writing music at just seven years old and broke onto the national scene at 11 with his debut single 'Beat the Odds,' co-written with his father, award-winning rapper and activist FLEWNT.
Since then, his rise has been undeniable, blending hip-hop with melodic R&B across releases including 'Saved by the Bell,' 'No Warning,' and 'Fall.'
In 2026, INKABEE made history as the youngest artist ever to perform on triple j’s Like A Version performing the Black Eyed Peas hit 'where is the love'.
His viral Bars of Steel performance has amassed over 10 million views, followed by a landmark appearance on America’s Got Talent.
He has performed across Australia and internationally, including SXSW Sydney, SXSW Austin, and major stages worldwide.
Now 14, he steps into a new chapter with his debut mixtape 'Chapter 14'.
JJ Vacant is a rising 21-year-old Noongar/Wongi and Pitjantjatjara hip-hop artist whose music captures the voice of a generation. Deeply connected to his culture, with roots spanning the South West of Western Australia and the central deserts, JJ uses contemporary hip-hop as a vehicle for raw, unfiltered storytelling—offering powerful social commentary on life as a young Indigenous man.
He made his live debut at FLEWNT’s Boorloo Block Party in 2024, sharing the stage with leading Indigenous hip-hop voices including FLEWNT, JK-47, J-MILLA, Dallas Woods, Nooky, and Angus Field of 3%. His high-energy delivery and commanding presence immediately marked him as one to watch.
In the same year, JJ released his debut single 'No Warning' featuring INKABEE, which received national airplay on triple j. His breakout year also saw him perform at the iconic Sydney Opera House as part of VIVID Festival 2024, as well as headline The New Wave Festival at Fremantle Arts Centre—creating space for emerging local talent and community connection.
Beyond the stage, JJ is deeply committed to community. Mentored by his brother, award-winning artist FLEWNT, he began facilitating music workshops in 2023. In 2024, he expanded this work through the Willagee Youth Centre, delivering a hip-hop program for Indigenous youth focused on songwriting, recording, and cultural connection through music.
As he continues to evolve, JJ explores themes of identity, resilience, and navigating the complexities of modern life as a young Indigenous artist.
JJ Vacant’s music is unapologetic and urgent—a contemporary reflection of the struggles, strength, and spirit of his generation.
Ricky Neil Jr. is THE most electrifying act on the West Coast.
Ricky has carved out a reputation for high-energy performances and groove-heavy tracks that get any crowd moving. His magnetism on stage… unmatched. And his intent to entertain is second to none.
If you’re seeking a party starter, Ricky Neil Jr.’s own brand of disco infused pop is what you need.
Powerful, catchy, groovy sounds with moves to match? Oh yeah, that’s a show.
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Saturday 22 August 2026
Albany Town Hall, Kinjarling
18+ event
