FLYING LOTUS AUSTRALIAN TOUR TICKETS 2026

All You Need To Know About Flying Lotus

Flying Lotus, the stage name of Los Angeles–born producer, DJ and filmmaker Steve Ellison, is a Grammy Award-winning artist known for his innovative blend of hip-hop, electronic music and jazz-influenced experimentation. Ellison comes from a notable musical lineage. His great-aunt was the celebrated jazz musician Alice Coltrane, whose spiritual and experimental approach to music has influenced his own creative direction.

Since emerging in the late 2000s, Flying Lotus has released a number of highly regarded albums, including Los Angeles (2008), Cosmogramma (2010) and Flamagra (2019). His work is recognised for its complex rhythms, layered production and psychedelic soundscapes. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with prominent artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Solange, Thom Yorke and Herbie Hancock. He is also the founder of the influential record label Brainfeeder, which has played an important role in supporting experimental and forward-thinking musicians.

In addition to his work in music, Ellison has expanded into film and visual media. In 2025, he made his feature directorial debut with the science-fiction thriller Ash. Flying Lotus is widely regarded as one of the most inventive figures in contemporary electronic music, known for pushing creative boundaries through both his recordings and immersive live performances.

Top Three Songs by Flying Lotus

1. Never Catch Me (featuring Kendrick Lamar)- Released on the album You're Dead! (2014), this track is one of Flying Lotus’s most recognised works. It combines complex electronic production with powerful rap verses and was nominated for a Grammy Award.

2. Zodiac Shit- Featured on Cosmogramma (2010), this track highlights Flying Lotus’s distinctive style, blending layered beats with psychedelic electronic elements. The album is widely regarded as one of his most influential releases.

3. Coronus, The Terminator- Also from You're Dead!, this piece demonstrates his cinematic and experimental approach to music, combining atmospheric sounds with jazz-inspired composition.
Together, these tracks reflect Flying Lotus’s innovative approach to contemporary electronic music and his ability to blend multiple genres into a distinctive sound.

Flying Lotus 2026 Australian Tour

The return of a cosmic musical visionary. Grammy Award-winning artist Flying Lotus (Steve Ellison) returns with his distinctive blend of hip-hop, jazz, electronic beats and experimental sound. Across a career spanning more than a decade, he has released multiple acclaimed albums and collaborated with artists including Kendrick Lamar, Solange, Thom Yorke and Herbie Hancock. He is also the founder of the influential label Brainfeeder.

Born into a celebrated musical family – his great-aunt was jazz legend Alice Coltrane – Ellison has consistently pushed creative boundaries, with notable albums including Los Angeles (2008), Cosmogramma (2010) and Flamagra (2019). In 2025, he also made his feature film directing debut with the sci-fi thriller Ash.

Following the release of his 2026 EP BIG MAMA, Flying Lotus returns to the Sydney Opera House with his immersive Layer³ live show, combining music and 3D visuals to create a striking audiovisual experience.

Flying Lotus 2026 Australia Tour Dates

Wednesday, May 27th, 2026 at 9:00 PM- Joan Sutherland Theatre

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