By Al Newstead

Double J

Music Topic

Friday, 10 July 2026, 6:30 am

Hiatus Kaiyote is a Grammy and ARIA Award-nominated group from Australia. They have been making music for 15 years.

Many famous artists like Beyoncé and Jay-Z are fans of Hiatus Kaiyote.

Hiatus Kaiyote's music is a mix of soul, jazz, funk, R&B, and hip-hop. They have been sampled by many famous artists.

The band is signed to Brainfeeder, a label owned by Flying Lotus. Doja Cat has also covered one of their songs.

Nai Palm, the lead singer, says that hearing others sing their songs has inspired her.

Nai Palm talks to Tom Ravenscroft about Hiatus Kaiyote's 15-year anniversary.

Hiatus Kaiyote is having anniversary shows in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.

Nai Palm says that it's cool to have a special show for their 15-year anniversary.

Nai recently came back from Papua New Guinea, where she was helping another artist.

Nai says it was great to be in Papua New Guinea, but Melbourne's winter is very cold.

Nai is having a good time.

Hiatus Kaiyote gets inspiration from many things, like animals and movies.

The band likes to try new things and make their music unique.

For their anniversary shows, Hiatus Kaiyote is looking back at their old music.

Nai says that the band is always trying to make their music better.

Nai doesn't want to just sing songs without feeling anything.

The band likes to try new things and make their music more interesting.

Nai says that the band's growth has helped them make better music.

Hiatus Kaiyote's music is special because it has many different rhythms and melodies.

The band's first album was made in a share house in Northcote.

Nai says that the band members have different ways of understanding music.

The band's music is liked by many famous artists, including Salaam Rami.

Hiatus Kaiyote was discovered by a big-name American producer.

The band's song 'Nakamarra' was remade with Q-Tip, a famous rapper.

Hiatus Kaiyote has been nominated for many awards, including Grammys and ARIAs.

Nai's mother died when Nai was 11 years old.

Nai learned guitar while living with her aunt.

Nai has a tattoo of a scar on her face from a crow she rescued.

Nai's music is inspired by her life and experiences.

Hiatus Kaiyote's music is a mix of serious and fun topics.

The band's album 'Love Heart Cheat Code' is one of the best of 2024.

Nai says that the hardest part of celebrating their anniversary is stopping to look back.

The band is always writing new music.

Hiatus Kaiyote has a new studio where they can make music.

Nai says that it's nice to have a new studio with good equipment.

The band is working on new music, but also looking back at their old songs.

Hiatus Kaiyote is getting ready for their anniversary shows.

Nai says that she has to fix her equipment before the shows.

If you like Hiatus Kaiyote's music, you will enjoy their shows.

Hiatus Kaiyote is playing shows in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne.

Friday, 10 July 2026, 6:30 am

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