16-year-old hip-hop prodigy DRIZZZ has taken out the 2025 triple j Unearthed High competition. His explosive drill track ‘Who’s Dat!’ had all at triple j hooked from the first listen. With singles and an impressive run of live shows, DRIZZZ is emerging as new Australian hip hop talent to watch.
triple j Unearthed Music Director Claire Mooney said:
“It’s impossible to ignore an Unearthed High entry that crashes through the noise with as much confidence, charisma, and energy as sixteen year-old DRIZZZ. ‘Who’s Dat’ is a statement track, one so impressive we had to double-check his age! Razor-sharp bars, flow and presence that hits instantly boosted with the slickest UK Hip Hop production, DRIZZZ is already sounding ready for the big leagues. One of the most exciting voices we’ve heard all year and we’re so proud to crown DRIZZZ as our new Unearthed High champion!”
triple j Breakfast hosts Concetta & Luka surprised DRIZZZ with the news at his school in South-West Sydney. Over 1,300 entries from high school-aged artists around the country were received with this year’s exceptional finalists Frank & Louis, heyzuko!, RIAH and Theeth. The Unearthed High Indigenous Initiative 2025 winner was 16-year-old Gomeroi songwriter Kyla Belle. Her alt-country ode to teenage identity, ‘Myself’, demonstrates her ability to craft intricate stories into meaningful and memorable melodies. She wins time with Australian producer and engineer Konstantin Kersting who will mix her next single and mentorship from triple j’s own Nooky.
DRIZZZ will get to work with hip hop master-producer Nerve for a songwriting session, as well as receiving mentorship and support from industry experts and the team at triple j.
triple j Unearthed extends a massive thank you to every artist who entered this year’s competition as well as all the parents and teachers who have helped them express their creativity.
You can find out more about all the finalists and Unearthed High at triple j Unearthed.