Hiatus Kaiyote is a genre-defying musical collective from Melbourne, Australia, often described as pioneers of “future soul.” Formed in 2011, the group consists of singer-guitarist Nai Palm (Naomi Saalfield), bassist Paul Bender, keyboardist Simon Mavin, and drummer Perrin Moss. Their sound fuses neo-soul, jazz, funk, and electronic influences, characterized by intricate rhythms, lush harmonies, and Palm’s distinctive, emotive vocals.

Their critically acclaimed debut album, *Tawk Tomahawk* (2012), garnered global attention and a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Performance with the haunting track “Nakamarra,” featuring Q-Tip. The follow-up album, *Choose Your Weapon* (2015), further established the group’s reputation for boundary-pushing artistry with complex song structures and a kaleidoscopic palette of sounds. In 2021, the band released *Mood Valiant*, expanding their sonic explorations while delving into personal and emotional narratives, which brought them another Grammy nomination.

Hiatus Kaiyote’s innovative compositions have won the admiration of peers and icons alike, including Prince, Erykah Badu, and Questlove, and their work has been widely sampled by artists such as Anderson .Paak, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar. Renowned for their dynamic live performances, Hiatus Kaiyote continues to bridge genres and cultures, serving as catalysts in the evolution of contemporary soul and jazz music.