Rich Brian is Coming to Australia and New Zealand For the First Time

Rich Brian –– Indonesian teen rap star Brian Imanuel –– is coming to Australia and New Zealand for the first time. Joined by his 88rising labelmate NIKI, Brian will hit up Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland. Brian has been an internet sensation since he debuted with "Dat $tick" in early 2016, the video for which currently boasts nearly 100 million views on YouTube.

Brian was a controversial figure early on in his career, often hit with criticism of his use of the n-word in his songs and as part of his former name, 'Rich Chigga'. Earlier this year, Brian officially announced his name change from 'Chigga' to Brian, saying he was "happy to finally do it."

Tickets for Rich Brian's Australian shows go on sale at midday on Thursday March 29. Find ticketing info here.

Rich Brian & NIKI AU/NZ tour dates:

Thursday May 17 –– Powerstation, Auckland
Saturday May 19 –– 256 Wickham, Brisbane
Tuesday May 22 –– 170 Russell, Melbourne
Wednesday May 23 –– Enmore Theatre, Sydney

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