The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has confirmed a star-studded lineup of performers and presenters for the 2025 ARIA Awards, set to take place on November 19 at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion. The announcement, made on November 9, highlights a night dedicated to celebrating the diversity, emotion, and raw talent that defines Australian music.

Leading the live performance slate is GRAMMY-nominated British artist Olivia Dean, who will mark her ARIA Awards debut. Dean, who recently announced her sophomore album, "The Art of Loving," boasts an impressive 4.5 billion global streams, with over 236 million streams originating from Australia. She will be joined on stage by a diverse array of Australian talent, including G Flip, Missy Higgins, Kita Alexander, Keli Holiday, You Am I, Thelma Plum, Young Franco, Baker Boy, Alex Lahey, Janet English, Anna Ryan, Neve Van Boxsel, and Touch Sensitive.

In a historic ARIA first, all five nominees for the Best Soul/R&B Release category – Boy Soda, Larissa Lambert, PANIA, Jerome Farah, and Jacotene – will deliver a joint showcase performance, backed by a 15-piece band. This unique segment promises to be a highlight of the ceremony, emphasizing the depth of talent within the soul and R&B genres.

The evening's presenters will feature a mix of local and international stars, including Dom Dolla, Kacey Musgraves, Amy Shark, Budjerah, Josh Pyke, Kate Ceberano, King Stingray, Meg Washington, Melanie Bracewell, and Kobie Dee. The entire event will be co-hosted by Tim Blackwell and Concetta Caristo, ensuring a dynamic and entertaining show.

Annabelle Herd, CEO of ARIA, expressed her excitement about the lineup, stating, "Diversity, emotion, raw talent and constant evolution all make Australian music so powerful, and that’s exactly what we’re celebrating in this incredible lineup of artists. Each performer and presenter joining the stage represents a part of our story, one that’s deeply local but heard all over the world." Mikaela Lancaster, Managing Director of Spotify AUNZ, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the pride in Australian music during AusMusic month and Spotify's commitment to supporting the awards.

The 2025 ARIA Awards will be streamed live on Paramount+ starting at 5:00 p.m. AEDT. Red carpet coverage will precede the main ceremony, airing on Network 10 from 7:00 p.m. The event is presented in partnership with Spotify and receives support from the NSW Government via Destination NSW, highlighting a collaborative effort to showcase the best of the Australian music industry.