A gifted songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, INIKO is leading an alternative soul revolution. Drawing inspiration from trap music, rock, movie scores, dancehall and soul, INIKO finds inspiration in almost every situation. Expressive and existentially curious, INIKO makes music for soul searchers, fusing sinewy vocals with an adventurous imagination to tackle anxiety, damaged romance, and philosophy with warmth and whimsy. In the process, INIKO (they/them) has generated an inimitable brand of cosmic soul, and a growing fan base that includes 4 million TikTok followers. The artist has continued doing so with “The King’s Affirmation,” and then their rebellious 2023 single “Jericho” which pulsates with the electricity of a star coming into their own.

With a new project on the way, INIKO looks to use their music as a mirror for them and the rest of the world. “My new music’s not just about who I am. It’s about who we all are and who we would like to be,” they share. “Right now, where I am is the freest I’ve ever felt.” 

This will be an unforgettable experience for the soul.

This event is presented as part of Open Season - a curated program of music and art running from May to July 2024. Open Season has been supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland’s QASP program, the Strategic Partnerships Fund, and through Live Music Australia – an Australian Government initiative.