For itsxea, music has always been a mix of cultures, sounds, and eras. Born and raised in Australia, he grew up in a household where reggae, 80s grooves, and 90s boom bap filled the air — a soundtrack that set him apart from most of his peers. While others were gravitating toward whatever was hot on the radio, he was absorbing timeless rhythm sections, layered harmonies, and storytelling rhymes.
Those roots seep into every corner of XXX, giving the project a texture that feels both global and deeply personal. It’s not a record chasing overseas trends, but it’s not boxed into a stereotypical “Aussie rap” sound either.
That’s by design. Itsxea openly admits he has a love-hate relationship with the Australian hip-hop scene. He appreciates its talent and diversity but also sees room for innovation — and he’s not afraid to be the one who changes the game. “I’m gonna change the scene in a way nobody done,” he says, and XXX feels like his opening statement.
How Itsxea is Shaping the Future of Australian Hip-Hop
By leaning into his roots while pushing the sound forward, itsxea is positioning himself as one of the artists who could redefine what Australian rap looks like to the world.
Connect with itsxea:
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsxea_
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6f3PnHZqKTgLS9knicC19V
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCvnoM3ZrzEon0twV5YExu2Q
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Snapchat: https://t.snapchat.com/fLZlJtd2
