Hey music lovers! Buckle up because Ninajirachi is taking the music world by storm! On a fabulous Friday morning, November 7th, the multi-talented Ninajirachi was all smiles as she visited the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s studios. The night before was a game-changer for her career as she won the prestigious Australian Music Prize with her debut album 'I Love My Computer' (via NLV Records)!
This isn't just any prize, folks – it’s like saying her album is the best in Australia, handpicked by music industry insiders for its sheer brilliance! Ninajirachi didn’t just take home an awesome trophy but also a whopping A$50,000 check. And she’s feeling totally stoked about it! “It’s kind of crazy, but it’s really awesome,” she gushed on ABC’s News Breakfast. Can you believe she didn’t even expect it?
But wait, there’s MORE! This win is only the beginning for 26-year-old Ninajirachi, also known as Nina Wilson. Later this month, she has the chance to score big at the J Awards with nods for triple j’s album of the year and is up for an incredible eight trophies at the ARIA Awards! Think: Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist, and loads more!
Get this, Ninajirachi is gearing up for an epic Australia tour starting November 28th, hitting one-off shows and fests. And her adventures go international next year with gigs in New Zealand and a U.S. tour that kicks off with a sold-out show in Portland, OR. Plus, she’s hitting Coachella – talk about dream goals!
Excitingly, in April, she'll be making her debut at the iconic Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA. Ninajirachi can hardly contain her excitement: “I’m so excited for Coachella. I can’t wait.”
She's all set for this wild ride! “Making this album felt amazing, and I hope I can keep making music that feels this awesome,” she shared. Ninajirachi's been in the music game for a while, and although no one could have guessed this year would be epic, she's hoping the fun keeps rolling!
Ready to see what she pulls off next? Because Ninajirachi is just getting started, and we’re here for it!