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MO’JU
‘DOUBLE J’ Live At
The Wireless Album’
with
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
out todayShares live performance
of single
‘CHANGE HAS TO COME’WATCH PERFORMANCE HERE
“These rich songs come to life on stage, and the singer’s incredible, emotive range hammers their messages home… A standing ovation caps it all off. Collaborations like these break down the barriers between musical genres, revealing a shared humanity that feels truly special.” – The Age ****
“The songs are an ornate mix of traditional percussion, woodwind, piano, and synthetic electronic elements, all bedding under and around the electric force of Mo’Ju’s voice.” – Beat Mag
“ambitious neo-soul takes on capitalism and catastrophe…shows an artist entering the prime of their
career”– The Guardian ****“a refresher course on Mo’Ju as a storyteller, maverick entertainer and passionate music fan”– Double J
“it’s clear Mo’Ju has only continued to grow and develop into their most authentic self” – Rolling Stone
“The Wiradjuri/Filipino artist has always tapped into vulnerability, but (their) mini-album (O.K.) still surprises with its therapeutic intensity.” ★★★★ – NME
One of Australia’s most vital voices, Mo’Ju today releases their powerful new live album Mo’Ju with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (Double J Live at the Wireless) via ABC Music
Their work has achieved critical acclaim, commercial success and an impressive swag of awards and nominations – including the Melbourne Prize for Music, wins at the NIMAs, Dreamtime Awards, AWMAs, APRA, NLMAs, AIR, J Awards and Music Victoria – alongside four ARIA nominations and a shortlist spot for the Australian Music Prize in 2023.
Now, Mo’Ju adds an orchestral live album to their repertoire, capturing a landmark 2023 performance at Melbourne’s iconic Hamer Hall and presenting reimagined arrangements of their most powerful works, including the stirring, soul-charged anthem ‘Change Has To Come’ – a song about resilience, accountability and the urgent need for collective action and social transformation.
Mo’Ju speaks on the relevance of this single today, “When I started writing this song, 5 or so years ago, I could see the world heading down a particular path that deeply concerned me. Now, in many ways things are much worse than I imagined they could be. From the genocide in Gaza, the Anti-Immigration protests here, to the persistent attacks on First Nations and Trans people everywhere. Things seem to have gone from bad to worse.
As such, I believe the song is even more relevant than ever before. I’d like to think that people might be able to find a message of hope and a call to action in this song.”
The inability to categorise where an artist such as Mo’Ju fits has been a common narrative throughout their career. However, the Naarm-based musician, songwriter, storyteller and third-culture kid (Filipino/Wiradjuri) is not here to be boxed in or commodified. Their music is created in alignment with a central artistic vision built on truth, authenticity and, most importantly, legacy.
Their fourth studio album, Oro, Plata, Mata, featuring ‘Change Has To Come,’ was released in 2023 to widespread acclaim. The album’s launch was marked by two extraordinary performances at the Sydney Opera House and Hamer Hall where Mo’Ju’s full seven-piece band was joined by the Sydney and Melbourne Symphony Orchestras. Around 70 musicians filled the stage each night, delivering completely reimagined versions of the songs.
The collaboration with the MSO, arranged by composer Jamie Messenger and brought to life under the baton of conductor Nicholas Buc, offers a breathtaking fusion of Mo’Ju’s visceral, genre-defying artistry with the lush, cinematic scope of a full symphony orchestra. The result is a performance that amplifies the emotional weight and urgency of Mo’Ju’s music while unveiling new sonic dimensions to their acclaimed catalogue.
Mo’Ju will present an intimate stripped-back show – just piano and vocals – at Castlemaine and the OzAsia Festival this October. Due to unforeseen logistical and planning challenges, the scheduled Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Tasmania shows have been cancelled. All tickets purchased will be automatically refunded at the point of purchase.
MO’JU
Australian Shows 2025 THURSDAY OCTOBER 2 | WERNER BRODBECK HALL, MELBOURNE VIC *
FRIDAY OCTOBER 3 | ST ANDREW’S UNITING CHURCH, BRISBANE QLD *
SATURDAY OCTOBER 4 | ST STEPHEN’S CHURCH, SYDNEY NSW *
FRIDAY OCTOBER 10 | THE PIER, ULVERSTONE TAS **
SATURDAY OCTOBER 11 | DU CANE BREWING, LAUNCESTON TAS **
SUNDAY OCTOBER 12 | LONGLEY HOTEL, HOBART TAS **
FRIDAY OCTOBER 17 | OZASIA FESTIVAL, ADELAIDE SATICKETS AVAILABLE HERE
LISTEN TO ALBUM HERE
TRACKLISTING
HISTORY
OKAY
ORO GOLD
SWAN SONG
CHANGE HAS TO COME
MATA THE FUTURE
PLATA SOMETHING TO BELIEVE IN
NATIVE TONGUE
LEAVE IT ALL
SAINT VALENTINES
WORLD WOULD END
MONEY
GET FOOLED
FAR TOO LATE
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