Top Local Acts to Watch at Listen Out 2024

Miss Kaninna, a talented local artist, is set to take the stage at Listen Out in 2024. Hailing from Lutruwita (Tasmania) and now calling Melbourne home, Miss Kaninna is quickly making a name for herself with her powerful voice, bold lyrics, and dynamic performances. Proud of her Yorta Yorta, DjaDja Wurrung, Kalkadoon, and Yirendali heritage, Miss Kaninna infuses neo-soul, R&B, hip-hop, and pop influences into her music.

With her debut single “Blak Britney,” released last year, Miss Kaninna delivered an anti-establishment anthem celebrating Blak excellence and shedding light on the challenges faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Following up with “Pinnacle Bitch,” a lively club track that explored similar themes, Miss Kaninna quickly gained recognition and was named “Unearthed Artist of The Year” at the 2023 J Awards.

Beyond her successful singles, Miss Kaninna has been wowing audiences with her electrifying live performances. Over the past year, she has taken the stage at festivals and events such as Laneway, Beyond the Valley, Meredith, and SXSW Sydney—where she was honored as the inaugural recipient of the Justin Cosby Music Prize for Best Emerging Artist. With such an impressive resume, Miss Kaninna’s performance at Listen Out is sure to be a highlight of the event, promising an unforgettable show for all in attendance.