RY X

Presented by Melbourne Recital Centre in arrangement with Bluesfest Tours

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Second show added due to popular demand! GRAMMY®-nominated artist RY X marks his first Melbourne performance in over a decade.

Marking his first Melbourne performance in over a decade, GRAMMY®-nominated artist and producer RY X returns for an unmissable evening of deeply emotional music. Described as ‘startlingly beautiful’ (Sunday Times), RY X invites listeners into a world of raw vulnerability and profound connection. Resonating with audiences globally, his introspective music has garnered over a billion streams and earned multiple platinum and gold records.

In his Melbourne Recital Centre debut, experience RY X’s signature blend of ethereal vocals, haunting melodies, and minimalist instrumentation in an intimate performance. With quiet intensity, RY X’s relentless pursuit of emotional truth and artistic expression comes to life as he delves into what it means to be human.

With a career spanning sold-out performances with esteemed orchestras such as the London Philharmonic, LA Philharmonic, and collaborations with artists including Drake, Diplo, and John Legend, RY X’s multifaceted artistry continues to push boundaries.

Praise for RY X

‘RY X’s music is that of ritual, of prayer, a way to set down, to examine, to release, to renew. His songs are a home to hold the pieces of grief, a way to breathe and rectify the delicate nature of love.’ – Clash

‘Startlingly beautiful… The Australian further finesses the ambient, floaty, vaguely James Blakeian post-folk and alt-R&B that earned his debut plaudits.’ – Sunday Times

‘Stark, hushed digital ballads… RY layers guitar, keyboard drones and beats behind a panoply of voices, self-harmonising with whispers, cries and choral reverb… Bliss.’ – MOJO

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