Kia’s speedy rise to notoriety is no surprise. Although having only performed for a few years, Kia plays with the confidence and experience expected of a DJ with many more years under their belt. With a keen ear for bass heavy rhythms and the deeper shades of techno, Kia glides through genres and emotions in exciting and often unexpected ways. Her talent for weaving musical narratives has been recognised by local and international labels, having already constructed revered mixes for Nous’klaer, Truants, c- and Patterns of Perception. Whilst the popularity of these mixes clearly proves her ear for telling stories with music, it’s her bubbly presence behind the booth that really makes her stand out. Kia is an open eared music digger, searching tirelessly for lost obscurities to pair alongside modern finds and hidden gems by her friends. In support of the community of talented friends she finds herself surrounded by in Melbourne, she runs her her own label, “Animalia”. Bookings at Amsterdam Dance Event, De School and About Blank and Inner Varnika are a part of a growing list of impressive gigs Kia is being booked for. With her second stint in Europe coming in the new year, and a number of exciting shows on the horizon, Kia is without a doubt one to keep tabs on.