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DOBBY

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DOBBY

ARIA Award-winning artist DOBBY is a true force of nature, with his electrifying live performances leaving audiences spellbound. A rapper, drummer, composer, and producer, he brings an unmatched energy to the stage. Proudly identifying as Filipino and Murrawarri, DOBBY's roots run deep in the Aboriginal lands of Brewarrina and Weilmoringle in New South Wales.

His debut album, Warrangu; River Story, won the ARIA for Best World Album and was shortlisted for the Australian Music Prize. The album's second single, Ancestor, was the #1 most played song on FBi Radio in 2024, while the full album was Album of the Week on FBi Radio, Double J and 2SER.

Unfortunately DOBBY is unable to attend Sydney Writers' Festival and will no longer be appearing in Middle of the Air: Music and Lyrics on Thursday 21 May, 7–7.55pm.