Jordan Dennis

mbracing a hometown-built reputation for dynamic on-stage energy, and matching it with equal fire in every release, Melbourne’s Jordan Dennis is on a fast-rising come up, garnering attention from Australian tastemakers at every turn. 

From Dennis’ debut solo release in 2018’s neo-soul bop “Crumbs” feat. Blush’ko, that sits at over 10 million streams (global syncs on Axe/Lynx Smell Ready Ad, Netflix’s On My Block and Kipo), to the smoother notes of “My Way” and harder-hitting follow-up in “Glide Freestyle”, the whip-smart MC has continued to evolve in his expression with a fierce lyrical aptitude on display, first and foremost. 2019’s debut EP HDM1 pulsed with unmatched melody and glossy, precision-cut wordplay in a 6-track testament to timeless hip-hop sound, only strengthening his loyal fanbase. 

Dennis’ first 2020 release was in “Doc Marty”, featuring ThatKidMaz and Denzel M. Premiered on triple j’s Good Nights, the track found love across the airwaves with additions on Unearthed and FBi Radio, as well as online from key tastemakers including FilterZine, Sniffers, Purple Sneakers and more. Produced by longtime friend and collaborator Jujo, most recent single “The Link” saw Dennis’ effervescent personality brought to life with ease, harnessing spitfire rhymes as he darts around the steady beat. Whether it be his wild wordplay or down-tempo raps, “The Link” captures Dennis in complete control, showcasing his talent, nerve and insatiable desire to continually outshine himself and push against genre confinements. 

The fourth single from Jordan in 2020 ‘Elon Must’ is a trip into Jordan’s world. Much like Jordan himself, this killer track and video doesn’t take itself too seriously, instead offering a deep dive into his animated ideas, creative influences and desire explore new possibilities, however bizarre they might first seem. Already gaining serious love from leading Australian radio channels, abc, triple j, Unearthed and FBi Radio, and online from FilterZine, Sniffers, Purple Sneakers, Dennis is making waves further afield, finding fans in key tastemakers including Berlin’s COLORS Studio, Boiler Room 4:3, Clash Magazine, Music Week. 

Self-described as an ‘introduction to the Jordan Dennis multiverse’, the nine-track HDMI2 sees Dennis continue to stand out from the crowd and channel his boisterous energy into fierce flow. A sonic journey through Jordan’s ever-expanding inspirations and life experiences – the powerful storyteller traverses love, loss, friendships, family and straight-up good times on HDMI2, seamlessly blending Hip Hop, Rap, R’n’B, and Neo-Soul. 

With a fearless approach to releases, freestyles and bars and abandonment of genre-boundaries, Jordan’s second EP showcases raw talent and an insatiable desire to continually outshine himself. Dotted between, Dennis’ a sharp-witted character has also appeared on tracks by POLOSHIRT, The Upbeats, 3K, ThatKidMaz, Dugong Jr, Tentendo, and ongoing works with Billy Davis including 6 features on the brand new album  “This is what’s important”. 

Keeping in the company of greatness, Dennis has also injected his shockwave spirit into the Triple J Like A Version studio on multiple occasions, with guest spot features alongside Goldlink and more recently with his own original verse on Tones And I’s rendition of Forever Young. Most recently, Jordan Stormed Triple J’s Bars of Steel as well to high praise, Acclaim All-Stars 2020 , Selected as Big Sound 50 2020.
 
On the stage, where he truly comes to form, Dennis has delivered his passion and contagious presence across festival appearances at St. Jerome’s Laneway, Let Them Eat Cake and NYE on the Hill, as well as in support of  Baker Boy, Winston Surfshirt, Mr Carmack, Joe Kay,  TOKiMONSTA, Arno Faraji, Blackalicious, Tones and I (Australia and EU/UK tour) and more. 

Jordan Dennis first emerged as the front man for Billy Davis, whose 2017 album Family Portrait launched to international acclaim and saw support slots for the duo alongside Ruel, Anderson. Paak, NoName. 

 Now with solo success at his doorstep, citing influences among the likes of JID, J. Cole and Mick Jenkins, Dennis’ confidence has surged from freestyles among his closest confidants and a supportive musical family to shaping his solo act and climbing to stardom in a minute. His fervour from strength-to-strength has cemented a tight signature, unafraid to curve between genre and showcase an ability the nation has only tasted.