SHANI – First Nations rapper, songwriter, and storyteller of Kuku Yalanji, Gugu Badhun, and Yidinji-Wadjanbarra heritage, set to release a slew of singles in 2026.

SHANI – First Nations rapper, songwriter, and storyteller of Kuku Yalanji, Gugu Badhun, and Yidinji-Wadjanbarra heritage, set to release a slew of singles in 2026.
Raised in an artistic family and deeply rooted in her culture, Shani is finally ready to step into the spotlight and share her story. After years of pouring her heart and soul into her craft, Shani debuted her single Friday 14 August 2026 titled ‘Yalanji Girl’. This bold, high-energy track that invites listeners into her vibrant world is produced by one of this country’s leading beat makers and DJ’s, Jayteehazard (Elfant Traks, Hermitude, Haiku Hands, Barkaa). This powerful debut is only the first spark, promising a wave of exciting releases as Shani continues to break new boundaries and evolve her unique sound.