Xavier Rudd stands as one of the Australian music industry's most enduring and beloved voices, with a remarkable career now spanning over two decades. From his debut To Let in 2002 to his most recent projects, Rudd has captivated audiences around the globe with his unique blend of roots, folk, and world music, his extraordinary gifts as a multi-instrumentalist, and his unwavering commitment to social and environmental activism.

His live performances have become the stuff of legend, evolving over the years from full band and trio showcases to the intricate, internationally acclaimed one-man band format that has inspired audiences worldwide.

In 2024, Xavier released Freedom Sessions, his first EP in 25 years. A collection of six intimate, reflective tracks, the record explored themes of solitude, growth, and the powerful human right to "freedom." Songs like World Order, Road Trippin', Free The People, and the luminous closer Moments showcased a raw, soulful side of Rudd's artistry, quickly becoming fan favourites.

Building on that creative spark, September 2025 saw the release of Where to Now. Rooted in earth and spirit, the EP is a stirring meditation on resilience, connection, and the courage to move forward through uncertainty. Richly layered with rhythms, instrumentation, and Rudd's unmistakable voice, Where to Now captures an artist still evolving, pushing into new horizons while staying grounded in the natural world that has always inspired his work.

Recent years have also seen Rudd celebrating significant milestones. His 2022 album Jan Jun Moon won the APRA Award for Most Performed Blues and Roots Work, while his song Stoney Creek took out the Environmental Music Prize. He has continued to appear on some of the world's biggest festival stages, from Glastonbury (UK) to Pinkpop (Netherlands), Rock Werchter (Belgium), Esperanzah (France), and the Byron Bay Blues Festival (Australia), alongside two highly successful recent summer tours across North America and Europe.

Off stage, Rudd's activism remains as strong as his music. He has collaborated with organisations such as Sea Shepherd, Clean Up Arnhem Land, and Save the Kimberley in Australia, while contributing globally through projects like Surf for Life and Waves of Hope, where he helped build a high school in Nicaragua. From raising awareness around Indigenous land rights in North America to championing environmental clean-ups across Asia and the Pacific, Rudd's voice continues to amplify causes close to his heart.

With a new chapter unfolding through his latest single, Part of Life, and an ambitious 2026 tour schedule well underway - including headline performances across Australia and yet another highly successful return to Europe - Xavier Rudd continues to inspire as both artist and activist, his music carrying the timeless reminder that we are all deeply connected to each other and the Earth.