Baker Boy

Danzal James Baker (born 10 October 1996), known professionally as Baker Boy, is a Yolngu rapper, dancer, artist, and actor. Baker Boy is known for performing original hip-hop songs incorporating both English and Yolŋu Matha and is one of the most prominent Aboriginal Australian rappers.

He was made Young Australian of the Year in 2019, and his song "Cool as Hell" was nominated in several categories in the 2019 ARIA Awards. In 2018, he won two awards at the National Indigenous Music Awards, and was named Male Artist of the Year in the National Dreamtime Awards. His debut album, Gela, was released on 15 October 2021. At the 2022 ARIA Music Awards he won five categories from seven nominations.

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Dolly Parton, Troye Sivan & More: ARIA Awards 2023 Presenters & Performers Revealed

On Wednesday, 15 November, the ARIAs will take over the Hordern Pavilion, with an all-Australian line-up ready to perform on the night.

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Stacked All-Australian Line-up Heading For Now & Forever Concert In Shepparton

"Everyone is welcome to the show - even the undecided voters. And if you don’t know, just come to the show."

Features / Music

You Beauty: The Politics Of Singing In An Aussie Accent

Why don’t more Australians sing in Australian accents?

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Music Victoria Awards 2022 Winners Announced

Baker Boy cleans up with three awards, Julia Jacklin, Mo’Ju, Emma Donovan & Harvey Sutherland among the other winners.

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All The Winners From The 2022 ARIA Awards

“It was so special to have everyone together again at the iconic Hordern Pavilion celebrating the best of Aussie music and the joy that it brings to audiences here and around the world.”

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The 2022 ARIA Awards Nominees Have Been Revealed!

Rüfüs Du Sol lead all nominees for the 2022 ARIA Awards, with the globe-conquering dance act receiving seven nominations to stand out from a diverse and talented pool of nominees.

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All The Winners From The 2022 National Indigenous Music Awards

“To be at the Amphitheater with community, celebrating together in person will be something I will remember for a very long time."

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Impromptu Splendour "Make Up" Shows Set Byron's Friday Alight

You can cancel the Splendour main stages, but you can't cancel the vibe.

Features / Music

Listen: Mali Jo$e - Interventions

The young Fremantle product teams up with one of his personal faves Mick Jenkins for an honest and reflective release..

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Over $100k Awarded To Artists In APRA AMCOS Professional Development Awards

"Over the past two years, many of our members have had their livelihoods, professional opportunities and creative development hampered due to the pandemic, and yet they continue to pursue their goals and innovate to share their output."

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The Kid Laroi Crowned Artist Of The Year At National Indigenous Music Awards

“What and incredible night celebrating our very best First Nations artist and musicians!"

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Baker Boy, Vera Blue And More Lead A Stack Of New Aus Tunes For Triple J This Week

Here's everything you can expect to hear.