triple j announces winners of the 2022 J Awards

triple j, Double J, rage and triple j Unearthed are celebrating the best in Australian music for the 18th edition of the J Awards.

The awards are the pinnacle of Ausmusic Month. It’s the time when we get to acknowledge the outstanding musical talent growing in our own backyard.

The winners of the five award categories are voted on by music presenters, producers and programmers across triple j, Double J, rage, and Unearthed.

They are chosen for their creativity, originality, technical excellence, and contribution to Australian music.

2022 J Award Winners:

triple j Australian Album of the Year

Gang of Youths – angel in realtime.

Double J Artist of the Year

Midnight Oil

Unearthed Artist of the Year

Elsy Wameyo

 triple j and rage Australian Music Video of the Year

1300 – ‘Old Boy’ Dir. Raghav Rampal

 Done Good Award

Kobie Dee

“A proud Gomeroi man behind some of the Best First Nations Bars around, Kobie Dee embodies Blak excellence.”

“But the 24-year-old is also all about spreading that shine, enriching First Nations communities with the sincerity and thoughtfulness that defines his raps.”

“He organised the all ages Gomeroi Nation tour, reconnecting with Country and communities in Tamworth, Narrabri, Walgett, Boggabilla, and a Moree Block Party.”

“He’s also a youth ambassador who’s been involved with songwriting workshops, raising mental health awareness, and last year launched the Know Role Models podcast, kicking off with AFL legend Adam Goodes.”

“Add in a small role on Heartbreak High and it feels like Kobie Dee is everywhere it counts.”