Battle of the Beats: Exciting Line-Up for APRA 2026!

Hey music fans! Get ready for the ultimate showdown at the APRA Music Awards, where the big guns of beats and lyrical legends are stepping up for the prestigious APRA Song of the Year! This year, it’s all about energy, epic beats, and incredible talent coming together for a night to remember.

Shout-out to the amazing acts on the roster like Tame Impala, Sia, and the fierce Amyl and The Sniffers. They're ready to face off with a slew of awesome newcomers like Ecca Vandal and Ocean Alley. You better believe it's going to be legendary!

The top 25 hits of the year will be trimmed to just five show-stoppers, each with a mind-blowing rendition by another artist. Think you've heard your fave banger? Wait till you experience its remix magic live!

This year's been huge for our contenders. Major hats off to Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker for grabbing another Grammy with “End of Summer” as the best dance/electronic recording. And how about Amyl and The Sniffers? Crushing it with Grammy buzz and snagging the 2025 ARIA Awards!

Ninajirachi is also totally owning it, bagging awards from ARIA to the NSW Music Prize. These stars aren’t just rising, they're skyrocketing!

This event is extra special as APRA hits the big 100. We’re talking about a century of sound celebrating with their biggest bash ever at Sydney’s iconic Hordern Pavilion on April 29. And guess what? With more voters than ever, this is going to be a storm!

Mark your calendars for a night that promises awe-inspiring performances and let's celebrate 100 years of musical excellence with APRA. For all the deets and the epic song shortlist, check out here!

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