Triple j’s Hottest 100 of Like A Version is on the way

Over two decades, Like A Version has become one of triple j’s most beloved segments.

Every Friday morning, music fans listen in anticipation of an artist’s performance in the triple j studio.

Now, two iconic triple j institutions are coming together to celebrate 20 years of Like A Version, with triple j’s Hottest 100 of Like A Version on the way.

Voting for your all-time fave Like A Version opens Tuesday, 23 May, 8am AEST.

Triple j says “We’ll count down the Hottest 100 of Like A Version live on triple j and Double J on Saturday, 15 July, at 12pm AEST. You can listen via the triple j app, radio or the triple j website.”

In the 20 years since its inception, Like A Version has seen covers from international heavy-hitters like Childish Gambino, Arctic Monkeys and HAIM, as well as artists like Billie Eilish and Lorde and local legends like Flume, DMA’S, A.B. Original and Sarah Blasko.

So, which Like A Version had the biggest impact on you? Which performances missed out on Hottest 100 glory the first time, and which covers are you still bumping on repeat?

It’s time to dig deep and start thinking about your favourite Like A Versions. Head to the triple j website and triple j’s YouTube, where you can watch and listen to hundreds of performances from over the years, so you’re ready to go when voting opens next week.

More info here.