Flume, whose real name is Harley Edward Streten, is a prominent electronic musician and producer known for his atmospheric dance music influenced by house and U.K. garage. The Australian artist gained recognition with his debut album in 2012 and further rose to fame with his Grammy-winning sophomore album, Skin, in 2016. Both albums topped the charts in Australia, his home country. Flume’s music collaborations span across genres, and he has had chart-topping hits with artists like London Grammar, Vera Blue, and Toro y Moi.
Born in Australia, Streten began his music production journey in his early teens. After winning a competition hosted by Future Classic, he signed with the label and released an EP in 2011 featuring the track ‘Sleepless.’ Flume’s self-titled debut album, released in 2012, showcased guest appearances from prominent artists like Chet Faker, Jezzabell Doran, and Moon Holiday. The album achieved great success in Australia, topping the ARIA album chart and receiving double platinum certification. Flume continued to impress with his music releases, winning several awards including ARIA Awards and a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album for his album Skin.
Throughout the years, Flume embarked on tours and continued to release captivating music. His 2016 album, Skin, included collaborations with renowned artists such as AlunaGeorge, Little Dragon, Vic Mensa, and Beck. Hits like ‘Never Be Like You’ and ‘Say It’ featuring Tove Lo propelled him to international stardom. Flume’s return in 2019 with the mixtape Hi This Is Flume showcased his versatility and earned him a Grammy nomination. His impactful music journey includes chart-topping singles, successful collaborations, and acclaimed releases like Palaces, which featured collaborations with artists like Damon Albarn and Caroline Polachek.