Heath Lancaster

Heath Lancaster is an **Australian singer-songwriter and producer** from Kempsey, NSW, who blends country, folk, and pop into a distinctive indie folk and acoustic pop sound. The recipient of the inaugural Keith Urban Scholarship, Heath started playing guitar at 11 years old and began performing publicly around age 12 or 13. His musical journey gained momentum in 2020 with the release of his debut EP *Amber Air*, followed by singles produced by platinum award-winning producer Garrett Kato. By 2022, at just 20 years old, he was announced as a Grand Finalist in Toyota Star Maker, Australia's most prestigious talent search, and received the '2022 Rising Star Award' from industry professionals.

Beyond music, Heath is a multi-talented individual who represented Australia in Youth Rugby Sevens, growing up in a sporty family before fully committing to his musical career. His intricate instrumentation and stunning melodies have earned praise from industry veterans like Catherine Britt, former CMAA 2009 Female Artist of the Year, who described him as "a true star" with "a very bright future ahead." Since then, Heath has continued releasing music including albums like *Fleeting* and *Honey*, establishing himself as a rising talent in the Australian music scene.