Get to Know the Double J Artist of the Year Nominees
The nominees competing for the prestigious Triple J Australian Album of the Year award feature an impressive lineup, showcasing remarkable work produced over the past year. Once again, a stellar group of Australian artists are in the running for J Awards recognition.
About the 2025 Double J Australian Artist of the Year
This award honors a homegrown artist or group that has had an exceptional year. Achievements may include new music releases, standout live performances, a strong connection with the Double J audience, or significant contributions to arts and culture — often all of these combined.
Featured Nominee: Melbourne Band Cartoon Darkness
This Melbourne band has had a standout year with Cartoon Darkness, regarded as one of the best albums of 2024. After delivering impressive summer performances locally, they garnered international attention by breaking into the US and UK markets.
- Performed at major festivals including Coachella, Glastonbury, Primavera, Reading, and Leeds.
- Frontwoman Amy Taylor openly addressed issues like Palestine, AI, and transphobia on stage.
"I think it's better to say anything than to say nothing at all right now," Amy Taylor declared, receiving cheers from the audience.
The band also impressed viewers with dynamic appearances on American and British television shows such as Jimmy Fallon and Jools Holland. They have collected awards at the AIR, APRA, and Rolling Stone ceremonies, and are currently contenders for six ARIA Awards later this month.
Author’s summary: The 2025 Double J Artist of the Year nominees highlight a powerful year for Australian music, with Cartoon Darkness leading global breakthroughs and vocal activism.