Australia’s Jamaica Moana celebrates music, culture and inclusion during Pride Month in India        

Award-winning Australian artist Jamaica Moana brought music, storytelling and powerful conversations about identity, belonging and inclusion to Indian audiences during a three city-tour marking Pride Month.

Visiting Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru , the Sydney-based artist connected with artists, students, community groups and audiences through performances, conversations and cultural exchanges that highlighted the role of the arts in fostering understanding and community.

In Delhi, Jamaica joined celebrated performer Sushant Divgikar (Rani KoHEnur) for a compelling conversation on identity, creativity and representation. Hosted by Acting Deputy High Commissioner Carly Partridge, the discussion explored the power of storytelling and artistic expression in creating more inclusive stories.  Jamaica also took to the stage at Depot48, one of Delhi’s best-known independent music venues recognised for its inclusive and diverse cultural programming. In Chennai, Jamaica engaged with local communities through music and storytelling while learning more about the city’s rich LGBTQIA+ history.  In Bengaluru, Jamaica joined archivist and writer Mira Brunner for a discussion on the role of art in building queer creative communities.

Jamaica’s visit – supported by the Australian Government – reflects Australia’s commitment to gender equality and advocating for the equal rights for LGBTQIA+ persons internationally. The visit also showcased Australia’s vibrant contemporary music scene while strengthening the people-to-people links between Australia and India.

(Australian artist Jamaica Moana brought the house down at Depot48 with her high-energy set, packed with powerful beats and electric energy)