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Hailing from Western Sydney, 23-year-old Sri Lankan-Australian artist Ama is carving out a distinct space in the indie-pop landscape with her compelling storytelling and introspective lyricism. A self-proclaimed emotional wreck turned songwriter, she brings raw honesty and a deeply personal touch to her music, drawing inspiration from artists like Alexander 23, Gracie Abrams, and Devon Again. In 2025, Ama released her debut EP Julie’s House, already surpassing 450,000 streams across platforms and earned her the cover of Spotify’s Hits Different playlist. The project cemented her status as one of Australia’s most promising new voices, showcasing her talent for pairing emotional depth with sharp, melodic storytelling. On stage, Ama has supported artists including MKTO, Sam Fischer, Will Swinton, and Phi11a. She was also selected to showcase at BIGSOUND and SXSW 2025 as part of the Rolling Stone Showcase, with upcoming appearances at Love Lanes Festival and the Mardi Gras Fair Day