Montaigne
Montaigne
Since first emerging in 2012, Montaigne has established themselves as one of Australia’s most dynamic performers, a natural storyteller and entertainer that has captured attention across the world. Early releases like ‘I Am Not An End’ and ‘I’m A Fantastic Wreck’ announced their arrival into the music scene in 2014, introducing Montaigne as an intelligent, nuanced, and sensitive songwriter who could push the boundaries of pop music. Their expansive debut album GLORIOUS HEIGHTS arrived in 2016, featuring the ARIA Platinum certified single ‘Because I Love You’. The album earned landed at #4 on the ARIA charts, and Montaigne took home the ‘Best Breakthrough Artist’ award at the 2016 ARIA Awards. They followed it up with COMPLEX in 2019, a collection of observations and stories beautifully delivered against a backdrop of sprawling and theatrical sounds – regarded as one of the best records of the year.
A year later, Montaigne was selected to represent Australia at Eurovision in Rotterdam 2020, having won the Eurovision: Australia Decides competition with their stunning original song, ‘Don’t Break Me’. While the global music event was delayed due to the pandemic, Montaigne returned in 2021 to represent Australia on the world stage in May of 2021 with their kaleidoscopic single ‘Technicolour’. Montaigne returned with third album making it! in 2022. Their most eclectic and forward-thinking record yet, making it! showcased their wide-ranging influences and ability to distill the full spectrum of emotions in clever, sophisticated songwriting. Key amongst making it! was two urgent and gloriously prismatic songs sculpted alongside Talking Heads’ visionary leader David Byrne
Montaigne is also credited as a co-writer on the Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical soundtrack and continues breaking new ground in the music scene
A year later, Montaigne was selected to represent Australia at Eurovision in Rotterdam 2020, having won the Eurovision: Australia Decides competition with their stunning original song, ‘Don’t Break Me’. While the global music event was delayed due to the pandemic, Montaigne returned in 2021 to represent Australia on the world stage in May of 2021 with their kaleidoscopic single ‘Technicolour’. Montaigne returned with third album making it! in 2022. Their most eclectic and forward-thinking record yet, making it! showcased their wide-ranging influences and ability to distill the full spectrum of emotions in clever, sophisticated songwriting. Key amongst making it! was two urgent and gloriously prismatic songs sculpted alongside Talking Heads’ visionary leader David Byrne
Montaigne is also credited as a co-writer on the Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical soundtrack and continues breaking new ground in the music scene
Related Sessions
Stray Gods in Concert feat. Troy Baker, Anjali Bhimani & Montaigne
TUE, OCT 17, 8:30 PM
Games Festival
Join us for a night of pure magic as music and gaming intertwine on the grand stage of the Games Opening Night. This extraordinary event brings together renowned headliners, Troy Baker and Anjali Bhimani, to perform captivating songs from the newly released game, Stray Gods. The sensational Australian artist and singer-songwriter, Montaigne, will open the night with her enchanting melodies, while League of Geeks musicians will elevate the experience with a mesmerizing performance from musical artist Sarah Wolfe.
Industry Badge holders enjoy free food and drinks package in the cocktail bar 2315. Wristband holders get a complimentary drink and can enjoy the performances from the Alienware Arena.
Please note this event is reserved for attendees aged 18 years and over.