Witness the debut collaboration between two exciting new voices in contemporary music: Tokyo-based pianist, composer and electronic artist Misaki Umei and Eora/Sydney drummer, producer and sonic architect Cracked Suzies (Abby Constable).

Created exclusively for the festival, this world-premiere performance brings together two fearless artists whose shared passion for improvisation, electronic music and adventurous rhythm promises an unforgettable meeting of musical minds.

Hailed as one of Japan’s most exciting emerging artists, Umei effortlessly moves between acoustic jazz, chamber music and electronic production. Her acclaimed debut album Asleep Above Creatures earned her a nomination for the Apple Vinegar Award and recognition by Rolling Stone Japan as one of the country’s “Future of Music” artists.

Joining her is Cracked Suzies, the boundary-pushing project of drummer and producer Abby Constable. Drawing on Afro-Latino rhythmic traditions, jazz improvisation and the raw energy of jungle and dubstep, Constable has become one of the driving forces behind Eora/Sydney’s thriving live electronic music scene.

Supporting the pair will be multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and songwriter Dorka Foster, who is presenting her new solo project. Centred around expressive vocals, lush harmonic textures, intricate rhythms, and a strong sense of storytelling, her compositions invite listeners into a world where improvisation, emotional honesty, and playful musical exploration coexist.