Candice Lorrae is an award-winning independent Australian singer-songwriter and music producer, and a proud First Nations woman with Jawoyn and Torres Strait Islander heritage. Her diverse lineage also includes Filipino, Scottish, German, and Welsh roots. Born in Darwin, NT, Candice moved to Boorloo with her mother at the age of seven after her parents separated. It was there that she grew up and began to build her music career before relocating to Naarm in 2017.

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As one half of the electronic pop duo The Merindas, Candice is a talented singer, songwriter, and producer, known for her etheral, folk-inspired dream pop sound. Her music is deeply influenced by the dreamy melodies that were an integral part of her upbringing. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like Stevie Nicks, Tracy Chapman, and Florence + The Machine, Candice hopes her work will inspire others while continuing the rich stories of her family’s legacy—a legacy that audiences will be enchanted by.