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Pnau, stylised as PNAU,[a] are an Australian dance music trio originating from Sydney. The trio, a duo before 2016, consists of the musicians Nick Littlemore (vocals, production), Peter Mayes (guitar, production)[3] and Sam Littlemore (production), with the latter joining in 2016. Pnau first gained recognition through their 1999 debut album Sambanova, which later won an ARIA Music Awards for Best Dance Release.[4][5] Their third album, Pnau (2007), brought them further critical acclaim and success.[6] Pnau is also recognised for a heavily publicised apprenticeship under the musician Elton John, who signed the duo after listening to the Pnau album.[7] Several of Pnau's later projects have had John's involvement, such as the 2011 album Soft Universe[8] and an album of Pnau recreations of Elton John's hits called Good Morning to the Night, released in 2012.[9]

Key Information

Apart from being a member of Pnau, Nick Littlemore also appears as one half of the project Empire of the Sun.[10][11][12] In November 2016, the new line-up released "Chameleon", the first single from their album Changa.

Biography

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1990s: Beginnings

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Pnau formed in Sydney, New South Wales by Littlemore and Mayes. The two met at secondary school at the age of 12 and began performing together in the mid-1990s, initially playing acid, house music, and trance music.[3] Littlemore recalled meeting Mayes when he was 10; "He tripped me over. We hated each other for a couple years and then we started sneaking out and going to raves when we were about 13 and we formed a bond over intense music." Littlemore and Mayes created their first album when they were in their mid-teens. "It was called Fractal Geometric Spaces Made of Light," Littlemore remembers, "Which is probably why it was never picked up."[13]

The duo's first commercially available tracks were a pair of nine-minute tracks, "Frisk" and "Anthropophagi", that led off doof@cybersonic.aust.com – an underground acid trance compilation album distributed by cult electronic label Creative Vibes in 1996.[14] Pnau would then feature on another Creative Vibes project, 1998's compilation record Evolutionary Vibes III: The Evolution Will Not Be Televised, with the song "Discone".[15]

1999–2002: Sambanova

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Main article: Sambanova

In July 1999, Pnau released their debut album Sambanova under the independent label Peking Duck. It was recorded in a bedroom studio and they state they only expected it to sell "a few thousand copies".[16] The album was pulled from record stores for using uncleared samples, but re-released in June 2000 and peaked inside the ARIA top 40. In October 2000, at the ARIA Music Awards of 2000, the album won Best Dance Release. In a 2003 interview with The Age, Mayes said that they had no understanding of sample clearances due to their naïveté in the music business.[17] Mayes claimed that the album's recall did seriously affect their commercial sales.[17] Littlemore later contested, "They screwed us over for $300,000. Warners didn't; another third party did. But that happens. We're still here, we're still doing it."[18]

Pnau went on to make many live appearances at music festivals like Big Day Out in 2001 and Homebake in 2002. During this time, they garnered a reputation for their lively performances.[19]

2003–2007: Again

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Main article: Again (Pnau album)

In October 2003, Pnau released their second studio album, Again.[20] The album was not a commercial success and Littlemore was later quoted as Again being "the worst record I've ever done".[21] Littlemore has since retracted the statement. When asked if he still considered Again to be his worst record, Littlemore responded, "Well next to Soft Universe. They're sort of on par." Littlemore further explained that his opinions are influenced by the albums' commercial success, which is an easy headspace for him to get into since "everyone loves Empire of the Sun, it's sold 1.1 million records."[18] Despite the seemingly unfavourable album response, several tracks received considerable acclaim - the most noteworthy being "We Love the Fresh Kills" which was a significantly popular single for the duo at the time.[6] However, because of Again's lackluster success the pair parted ways for some time to work with other artists such as Robbie Williams,[21] Van She,[22] and Lost Valentinos.[23]

2007–2009: Pnau and Empire of the Sun

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Main articles: Pnau (album) and Empire of the Sun (band)

In 2007, the duo reunited and wrote over two-hundred songs together and started to lay down an entire album with Littlemore's brother Sam as producer. They sent a work-in-progress track to long-time friend and collaborator Luke Steele, who sent back the track with his own vocals. After receiving the track, the Littlemore brothers and Mayes agreed to scrap almost everything they had laid down to focus on a more vocally centred album.[24] The track became known as "With You Forever" and the finalised album was released under the self-titled name Pnau. The album not only featured vocal work from Steele and Littlemore, but also had many guest appearances such as Ladyhawke, Feadz, Nik Yannika from Lost Valentinos and Michael DeFrancesco from Van She.[25] The album was released to high critical acclaim[6] and gained unexpected favorable attention from John,[7][26][27][28] declaring it to be the greatest record he'd heard in ten years.[29][30]

Inspired by their track "With You Forever", Pnau began work on a collaboration with Steele, which would call themselves Empire of the Sun.[31] Originally titled Steelemore,[28] Empire of the Sun released its debut single in August 2008 titled "Walking on a Dream" and its debut album in October 2008 with Walking on a Dream. Littlemore and Steele took the roles of bandmates, while Mayes assumed the role of producer. Some critics were quick to note that the band sounded more like a work of Pnau than Steele's band The Sleepy Jackson.[32] Empire of the Sun has achieved international success having been certified 2× Platinum in Australia[10] and gold in the United Kingdom,[11] as well as winning eleven ARIA awards.[12] PNAU makes it clear on their Myspace numerous times that not only is Empire of the Sun a side project of theirs, but that they are also the producers.[33] Regarding Empire of the Sun, in early 2009 news began appearing that Littlemore had disappeared.[34][35] The reality had been that Nick Littlemore had left Empire of the Sun to begin work on the fourth Pnau album along with John.[8]

2010–2011: Soft Universe

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Main article: Soft Universe

In 2010, Pnau's track "Baby" (remixed by Breakbot) appeared in the release of Sony Computer Entertainment's "Gran Turismo 5", in the Background Music (BGM) playlist.[citation needed]

In February 2011, Pnau released "The Truth", the lead single from their forthcoming fourth studio album, Soft Universe. Soft Universe was released in June 2011 and peaked at number 13 on the ARIA Charts. Littlemore has described it as a very "emotional" album, inspired by the breakup with his long-time girlfriend.[36] With input from John, the album features Littlemore singing all the vocals on the album along with tracks co-written with fellow Aussie artist Martin Craft and producer Mark Saunders.[37] The album was positively received, although mainly critics expressed discontent with the lack of the "endearing weirdness of previous Pnau and Empire releases."[38] The Soft Universe album received the Australian Independent Record (AIR) Award for Best Independent Dance/Electronica Album.[39]

2012–2015: Good Morning to the Night

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Main article: Good Morning to the Night

On 10 March 2012, the first remix track from the anticipated, upcoming John rework album commissioned for Pnau was leaked, initially airing on Pete Tong's BBC Radio 1 broadcast.[40] In July 2012 two singles were released from the album, "Good Morning to the Night" and "Sad", while the album Good Morning to the Night was released and reaching number 1 on the UK Albums Chart.[41]

In November 2013 French duo Faul & Wad Ad released "Changes" credited to, vs Pnau. The song samples Pnau's "Baby" and reached the top ten in numerous countries across Europe.[citation needed]

2016–2018: Changa

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Main article: Changa (album)

In November 2016, Pnau released "Chameleon" as the lead single from the upcoming fifth studio album. The song peaked at number 4 on the ARIA Charts and was certified 4× platinum. At the ARIA Music Awards of 2017, the song won the groups their second ARIA Award for Best Dance Release.[citation needed] Changa was released in November 2017 and peaked at number 11 on the ARIA Charts. The album spawned two more singles "Go Bang" and "Changa". At the ARIA Music Awards of 2018, "Go Bang" won the group's third ARIA Award for Best Dance Release.[citation needed]

Since 2019: Hyperbolic

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Main article: Hyperbolic (album)

The band released the single "Solid Gold" on 2 May 2019. The song continues Pnau's collaboration with Kira Divine on vocals, and also features additional vocals by Marques Toliver. The band hosted a live chat on their Facebook page to support the release. In August 2019, the band released the single "All of Us".[42] In December 2020, the band worked with Ladyhawke again and released the single "River".[citation needed]

In August 2021, Pnau produced a remix medley of several John songs along with Dua Lipa, titled "Cold Heart (Pnau remix)". The single charted in many countries worldwide, becoming their 3rd top 10 in Australia and their second in the UK, as well as their first song to chart in the US.[citation needed] Over the next few years, Pnau released singles with Budjerah, Troye Sivan, Khalid, Bebe Rexha and Ozuna.[citation needed]

In October 2023, Pnau released ""AEIOU"" with Empire of the Sun and announced the titled of their sixth studio album, Hyperbolic, released in March 2024.[43]

Discography

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Studio albums

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Title Details Peak chart positions
AUS
[44] 		NZ
[44]
Sambanova
  • Released: July 1999
  • Label: Peking Duck
 39 48
Again
  • Released: 17 October 2003
  • Label: Warner Music Australia
 103 —
Pnau
  • Released: 12 November 2007
  • Label: etcetc
 31 —
Soft Universe
  • Released: 22 July 2011
  • Label: etcetc
 13 —
Changa
  • Released: 10 November 2017[45]
  • Label: etcetc
 11 —
Hyperbolic
  • Released: 22 March 2024[43]
  • Label: etcetc
 192 —
"—" denotes an album that did not chart or was not released.

Remix albums

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Title Details Peak chart positions
AUS
[44] 		UK
[41]
Good Morning to the Night
(Elton John and Pnau)
  • Released: 13 July 2012
  • Label: Mercury
 40 1

Singles

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List of singles, with selected chart positions
Year Title Peak chart positions Certifications Album
AUS
[44] 		CAN
[46] 		FRA
[47] 		GER
[48] 		ITA
[49] 		NED
[50] 		NZ
[51] 		SPA
[52] 		SWI
[53] 		UK
[41]
2000 "Need Your Lovin' Baby" 165 — — — — — — — — — Sambanova
2001 "Follow Me" 65 — — — — — — — — —
2002 "Blood Lust" —[A] — — — — — — — — — Again
"Una Noche (Get Up)"
(with Kid Creole and the Coconuts) 		54 — — — — — — — — — Non-album single
2003 "We Love the Fresh Kills"/"Again" —[B] — — — — — — — — — Again
2004 "Enuffs Enuff" —[C] — — — — — — — — —
2007 "Wild Strawberries"[54] —[D] — — — — — — — — — Pnau
2008 "Baby" 34 — — — — — — — — —
"Embrace" 55 — — — — — — — — —
2011 "The Truth"[55] 103 — — — — — — — — — Soft Universe
"Solid Ground"[56] 191 — — — — — — — — —
2012 "Unite Us"[57] —[E] — — — — — — — — —[F]
"Good Morning to the Night"
(with Elton John) 		71 — — — — — — — — — Good Morning to the Night
"Sad"
(with Elton John) 		— — — — — — — — — 48
2013 "Changes"
(Faul & Wad Ad vs. Pnau) 		— 71 9 1 3 15 — 2 4 3 Changa (Deluxe)
2016 "Chameleon" 4 — — — — — 34 — — — Changa
2017 "Go Bang" 9 — — — — — — — — —
  • ARIA: 5× Platinum[66]
  • RMNZ: Platinum[65]
2018 "Changa" 151 — — — — — — — — —
2019 "Solid Gold"
(featuring Kira Divine and Marques Toliver) 		93 — — — — — —[G] — — — Hyperbolic
"All of Us"
(featuring Ollie Gabriel)[69] 		140 — — — — — —[H] — — — Non-album singles
2020 "Lucky"
(with Vlossom)[71] 		— — — — — — — — — —
"River"
(with Ladyhawke) 		— — — — — — —[I] — — — Hyperbolic
2021 "Stranger Love"
(with Budjerah)[73] 		— — — — — — —[J] — — Non-album single
2022 "You Know What I Need"
(with Troye Sivan) 		— — — — — — —[K] — — — Hyperbolic
2023 "The Hard Way"
(with Khalid)[76] 		— — — — — 34 —[L] — —
"Stars"
(with Bebe Rexha and Ozuna)[78] 		— — — — — — —[M] — —
"AEIOU"
(with Empire of the Sun)[43] 		— — — — — — — — — —
2024 "All Your Energy"
(featuring Ollie Gabriel) 		— — — — — — — — — — Non-album single
"Nostalgia"[80] — — — — — — — — — — Hyperbolic
"The Feeling"
(with Rudimental, 1991 and AR/CO) 		— — — — — — —[N] — — — Rudim3ntal
2025 "Light Me Up"
(with Kungs)[82] 		— — — — — — — — — —
"—" denotes a single that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Notes

  1. ^ "Blood Lust" was released as a 12" single in Australia
  2. ^ "We Love The Fresh Kills"/"Again" was released as a 12" single in Australia
  3. ^ "Enuffs Enuff" was released as a 12" single in Australia
  4. ^ "Wild Strawberries" was released as a 12" single in Australia
  5. ^ "Unite Us" was not released in Australia
  6. ^ "Unite Us" was released as a 12" single.
  7. ^ "Solid Gold" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 15 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[67]
  8. ^ "All of Us" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 21 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[70]
  9. ^ "River" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 31 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[72]
  10. ^ "Stranger Love" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 34 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[74]
  11. ^ "You Know What I Need" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 22 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[75]
  12. ^ "The Hard Way" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 11 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[77]
  13. ^ "Stars" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 19 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[79]
  14. ^ "The Feeling" did not enter the NZ Top 40 Singles Chart, but peaked at number 13 on the NZ Hot Singles Chart.[81]

Promotional singles

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Year Title Album
2012 "Everybody" Soft Universe
2017 "Young Melody"
(featuring Vera Blue)[83] 		Changa
"Into the Sky"[83]
"Control Your Body"[83]

Notable remixes

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List of notable remixes, with selected chart positions
Year Title Peak chart positions Certifications Album
AUS
[44] 		CAN
 FRA
 GER
 NED
 NZ
[84] 		SWE
 UK
[41] 		US
[85] 		WW
[86]
2021 "Cold Heart (Pnau remix)"
(with Elton John and Dua Lipa) 		1
[87]		 1 9 3 2 1 5 1 7 3 The Lockdown Sessions

Awards and nominations

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AIR Awards

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The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as AIR Awards) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2011 Soft Universe Best Independent Dance/Electronic Album Won [94][95]
"Solid Ground" Best Independent Dance/Electronic Single Nominated
2018 Changa Best Independent Dance/Electronic Album Won [96][95]
"Go Bang" Best Independent Dance/Electronic Single Won
2020 "Solid Gold" Nominated [97]
2021 "River" (featuring Ladyhawke) Best Independent Dance, Electronica or Club Single Nominated [98][99]
2022 "Stranger Love" (with Budjerah) Nominated [100][101]
2023 "You Know What I Need" (with Troye Sivan) Nominated [102]
2024 Pnau Independent Producer of the Year Nominated [103]
2025 Hyperbolic Best Independent Dance or Electronica Album or EP Nominated [104]

ARIA Awards

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The ARIA Music Awards is an annual awards ceremony held by the Australian Recording Industry Association. They commenced in 1987. Pnau have won 3 awards from 17 nominations.[105]

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2000 Sambanova Best Dance Release Won
2008 Pnau Nominated
"Baby" (James Littlemore) Best Video Nominated
2011 Soft Universe Best Dance Release Nominated
2017 "Chameleon" Won
Song of the Year Nominated
2018 Changa Album of the Year Nominated
"Go Bang" Best Group Nominated
Best Dance Release Won
Best Independent Release Nominated
Song of the Year Nominated
Toby Pike and Nick Littlemore - Pnau "Go Bang" Best Video Nominated
Pnau Changa Australian Tour Best Australian Live Act Nominated
2019 "Solid Gold" Best Dance Release Nominated
Clemens Habicht - "Solid Gold" Best Video Nominated
2020 Imogen Grist, Nick Littlemore for "Lucky" (featuring Vlossom) Nominated
All of Us Australian Tour Best Australian Live Act Nominated
2023[106] "You Know What I Need" (with Troy Sivan) Best Dance/Electronic Release Nominated

APRA Awards

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The APRA Awards are held in Australia and New Zealand by the Australasian Performing Right Association to recognise songwriting skills, sales and airplay performance by its members annually.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2018 "Chameleon" Dance Work of the Year Nominated
Most Played Australian Work Nominated
2019 "Go Bang" Dance Work of the Year Nominated
Most Played Australian Work Nominated
2020[107][108] "Solid Gold" Most Performed Dance Work of the Year Nominated
2021[109] "All of Us" (featuring Ollie Gabriel) Nominated
2022[110] "River" (featuring Ladyhawke) Nominated
2024[111] "You Know What I Need" (featuring Troye Sivan) Most Performed Dance/Electronic Work Nominated
2025[112] "AEIOU" (featuring Empire of the Sun) Most Performed Dance/Electronic Work Nominated

Berlin Music Video Awards

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The Berlin Music Video Awards is a festival that promotes the art of music videos.

Year Nominee/Work Award Result
2023 You Know What I Need Best Experimental Nominated

J Award

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The J Awards are an annual series of Australian music awards that were established by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's youth-focused radio station Triple J. They commenced in 2005.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2007[113] Pnau Australian Album of the Year Nominated

MTV Europe Music Awards

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The MTV Europe Music Awards is an award presented by Viacom International Media Networks to honour artists and music in pop culture.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2017[114] themselves Best Australian Act Nominated

National Live Music Awards

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The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) commenced in 2016 to recognise contributions to the live music industry in Australia.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2019[115][116] Pnau Live Electronic Act (or DJ) of the Year Nominated

Rolling Stone Australia Awards

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The Rolling Stone Australia Awards are awarded annually in January or February by the Australian edition of Rolling Stone magazine for outstanding contributions to popular culture in the previous year.[117]

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref.
2022 Pnau Rolling Stone Global Award Nominated [118]

Notes

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Pnau, stylized as PNAU, is an Australian electronic music trio from Sydney, consisting of Nick Littlemore (vocals and production), Peter Mayes (guitar and production), and Sam Littlemore (production). Formed in 1999 by childhood friends Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes, the group initially operated as a duo before Sam Littlemore, Nick's brother and an early collaborator, rejoined as a full member in 2016. Known for their innovative and eclectic sound, Pnau blends genres such as acid house, trance, funk, jungle, rave, and pop, evolving from underground electronic roots to mainstream electro-pop appeal. They have released six studio albums—Sambanova (1999), Again (2003), Pnau (2007), Soft Universe (2011), Changa (2017), and Hyperbolic (2024)—and are celebrated as one of Australia's pioneering electronic acts. Pnau first garnered attention with their debut album Sambanova in 1999, which won the ARIA Award for Best Dance Release and established their reputation for experimental electronic music in a rock-dominated Australian scene. Their self-titled third studio album in 2007 featured hits like "Embrace" and "Wild," earning critical acclaim and an ARIA nomination, while Soft Universe (2011) marked a more pop-oriented shift before a hiatus as Nick Littlemore focused on his side project Empire of the Sun. The group reunited in the mid-2010s, collaborating extensively with Elton John, including producing his 2012 remix album Good Morning to the Night, which sampled over 40 of his classic tracks from the 1970s. Their resurgence peaked with the 2021 remix of Elton John and Dua Lipa's "Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)," a mash-up of four Elton songs that topped charts in 14 countries, won the Billboard Music Award for Top Dance/Electronic Song, and earned Grammy nominations for Song of the Year and Best Dance/Electronic Recording at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Subsequent releases like Changa (2017) and Hyperbolic (2024) have continued to showcase their genre-defying style, with Changa securing additional ARIA Awards for Best Dance Release in 2017 and 2018.

Band members

Current members

Pnau is currently a duo comprising and , following the departure of in 2025 after performances supporting their album Hyperbolic. serves as the primary vocalist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, playing a pivotal role in the group's songwriting and electronic production elements since its inception; he is also known for his involvement in the side project Empire of the Sun. His contributions emphasize innovative and melodic structures that blend pop accessibility with experimental electronic textures. Peter Mayes functions as the guitarist and co-producer, bringing instrumental depth through his guitar work and shaping the live performance dynamics of the group. His production input focuses on layering organic guitar elements with synthetic sounds, enhancing Pnau's signature fusion of rock influences and . Together, Littlemore and Mayes have driven the band's recent activities, including high-profile performances such as their set at the 2025 . The group expanded to a trio in 2016 with the addition of Sam Littlemore, Nick's brother, who contributed as a producer and multi-instrumentalist, integrating his expertise in electronic beats and remixing into the band's sound during that period. His involvement bolstered the production on albums like Changa (2017), before he stepped away to pursue solo endeavors under the moniker Sam La More.

Past contributors

Pnau originally formed as a duo in the 1990s by childhood friends Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes, who met at Barker College in Sydney and began collaborating on music as teenagers. Littlemore handled vocals and production, while Mayes contributed guitar and production, forming the core creative partnership that defined the group's early sound. Sam Littlemore, Nick's older brother and a known as Sam La More, provided early support to the group, including art direction and design for their debut album Sambanova (1999). He later took on a more substantial production role, co-writing and co-producing tracks on Pnau's self-titled (2007), where he is credited as an additional alongside . The early albums also featured guest musicians, notably on Sambanova, which included contributions from Paul Johannessen on Fender Rhodes electric piano and Gawain McGrath on guitar for select tracks. These collaborations added and instrumental elements to 's electronic foundation, though no major recurring guests were noted on the follow-up Again (2003), which remained primarily the work of Littlemore and Mayes. In 2016, Pnau expanded to a trio with Sam Littlemore's official inclusion as a full member, solidifying the lineup at the time after years of his intermittent production involvement.

Career

Formation and early years (1990s–2002)

Pnau was formed in during the early by childhood friends and , who met as teenagers at in the suburb of Hornsby. Bonded by a shared fascination with industrial and music, including acts like , the duo began experimenting with electronic sounds around age 12, initially setting up a makeshift studio in a backyard shed equipped with a . Their early influences drew from the burgeoning electronic and hip-hop scenes, encompassing , , and sampling-heavy production techniques that shaped their initial forays into music-making. The duo's debut album, Sambanova, emerged in July 1999 via the independent label, marking a bold entry into Australia's landscape. Recorded at Creative Vibes' studio in Mosman, the production process heavily relied on sampling from an extensive vinyl collection sourced from collaborators Pete and Heidi Pasqual, incorporating elements from , , disco, and to create layered, groovy tracks blended with synthesizers and beats. Notable examples include the title track "Sambanova," which samples "Que Tal America" by Two Man Sound—a Latin-inspired piece—and "" by The Jimmy Castor Bunch, a classic, filtered and manipulated to form a distinctive sound. Critically, the album was hailed as a confident fusion of , future , and , earning it the No. 26 spot on Double J's list of the best Australian albums of the for its innovative approach to . In October 2000, Sambanova secured the ARIA Award for Best Dance Release, recognizing its impact despite subsequent challenges with uncleared samples that led to a temporary withdrawal from stores. During this period, Pnau immersed themselves in Sydney's electronic underground, performing at intimate venues like the Underground café (later known as Candy's Apartment) and Creative Vibes parties alongside international acts such as . These early live sets, often debuting tracks from Sambanova, garnered enthusiastic responses from local crowds and helped build a grassroots following within the city's and club scene, supported by airplay on and features on Rage and . By 2000–2002, the of Sambanova and its fueled growing hype around Pnau, positioning them for broader recognition in Australia's electronic music circuit while they navigated the album's re-release with edited samples to address clearance issues.

Breakthrough and challenges (2003–2009)

Following the release of their debut album Sambanova, Pnau shifted toward a more experimental with their second album, Again, issued on October 17, 2003, by Warner Music Australia under the WEA imprint. The record blended leftfield electronics, house rhythms, and elements, featuring tracks like the title song "Again" and the extended "Bubbles 'N' Mum," which showcased their boundary-pushing production style. However, Again received mixed critical reviews for its uneven execution and failed to achieve commercial , stalling the duo's as they struggled to define a cohesive identity beyond their early big-beat influences. Chart performance was modest, with limited radio play and sales in , contributing to a sense of creative frustration for and . Post-Again, Pnau encountered significant label issues with Warner Music, including disputes over artistic direction that led to the project being shelved and an abandoned follow-up album. This period marked a brief hiatus from 2005 to 2007, during which the duo grappled with creative blocks, experimenting with side projects while seeking independence from major-label constraints. The fallout prompted them to part ways with Warner, allowing a self-financed reinvention on the independent label etcetc.) These challenges ultimately fueled a more focused approach, as Littlemore later reflected on the "messy" phase as a necessary regrouping. In 2007, Pnau released their self-titled third album on November 12, marking a bold reinvention through pop-electronic fusion that emphasized complete, vocal-driven songs over instrumental grooves. Tracks like "Embrace," featuring vocals from Ladyhawke (Pip Brown), and "With You Forever," with contributions from Luke Steele of , highlighted this evolution with uplifting, anthemic hooks and collaborations that added emotional depth. The album garnered international attention, praised by as "the best thing he'd heard in a decade," which opened doors for future mentorship and elevated Pnau's profile beyond . Critics noted its positive, journey-like quality, though it remained a cult favorite rather than a mainstream breakthrough. During this transitional era, Nick Littlemore's collaboration with Luke Steele extended to forming Empire of the Sun in 2007, an electronic project that built directly on their work together for "With You Forever." The duo's debut album Walking on a Dream (2008) achieved global success, peaking in international charts and winning multiple ARIA Awards in 2009. While Empire of the Sun operated separately, its rapid rise boosted Pnau's visibility in the electronic scene, drawing renewed interest to their catalog without eclipsing the core duo's efforts. This side venture provided Littlemore creative outlet amid Pnau's challenges, helping sustain momentum through the late 2000s.

Collaborations and revival (2010–2015)

In 2011, Pnau released their fourth studio album, Soft Universe, which marked a shift toward more accessible electro-pop with anthemic structures and global appeal. The album featured intricate production emphasizing glamour, expansiveness, and soft electronic sounds infused with cosmic synths and funky bass lines, drawing influences from diverse sources like and emotional balladry. Tracks such as "Solid Ground" and "Twist of Fate" showcased warm synths and kooky vocals reminiscent of their Empire of the Sun work, while "Everybody" stood out as a joyous break-up . Released on 15 July 2011 through Etcetc Music, Soft Universe debuted at number 13 on the ARIA Albums Chart and received modest praise for its confidence and catchiness, though some critics noted issues with mastering and an over-reliance on references. The pivotal collaboration of this era came in 2012 when Pnau partnered with Elton John on Good Morning to the Night, a remix album that reimagined John's early 1970s catalogue into eight dance-oriented tracks by sampling over 40 songs, primarily deep cuts rather than hits. The production process involved granting Pnau access to John's original multitracks, which they edited manually without time-stretching or click tracks—cutting audio by hand to align tempos ranging from 50 to 180 BPM using Pro Tools on a 2010 Mac Pro setup with analogue outboard gear like Eventide H3000 effects. Elton John, a fan since purchasing 100 copies of Pnau's 2007 self-titled album during his Australian tour, initiated the project by offering his archives. Released on 13 July 2012 via Mercury Records, the album debuted at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart—John's first chart-topper there in 22 years—and also topped the ARIA Albums Chart in Australia, achieving gold certification and providing significant international exposure. During this period, Pnau continued remix work for other artists, including contributions to tracks like "Changes" (a 2013 mashup with Faul & Wad Ad that became a European hit) and various electronic reinterpretations that built on their reputation for blending vintage samples with elements. They also featured on select projects, maintaining momentum through production partnerships in the electro-pop scene. The success of Good Morning to the Night revitalized Pnau's live presence, leading to increased festival appearances and headline shows from 2012 onward. Notable performances included a set at the Ibiza 123 Festival in , , on 2 July 2012, and headlining the New Year's Eve "On the Harbour" event in on 31 December 2012 alongside Ajax. These outings, combined with tours supporting the album's promotion, helped solidify their revival as a key electronic act in and internationally.

Expansion and Hyperbolic era (2016–present)

In 2016, Pnau solidified as a trio with the full integration of , brother of co-founder and previously known as producer Sam La More, who had contributed to earlier works. This lineup shift marked a return to a more collaborative dynamic, culminating in the release of their fifth studio album, Changa, on November 10, 2017, via etcetc Music. The album explored themes of personal and societal change, infused with psychedelic elements drawn from the band's experimental roots, blending euphoric rave sequences with introspective electronic textures. Key singles such as "Chameleon" highlighted this evolution, featuring vibrant, shape-shifting production that earned critical acclaim for revitalizing Pnau's dancefloor energy while pushing futuristic boundaries. Reviewers praised Changa for its eccentric fusion of past influences and forward-looking sound, positioning it as a triumphant return after a five-year hiatus from full-length releases. Following Changa, Pnau entered a period of hiatus from 2020 to 2023, focusing on selective collaborations amid global disruptions, before announcing their sixth studio album, Hyperbolic, in late 2023. Released on March 22, 2024, through etcetc, the album featured 12 tracks that blended retro-futurism with contemporary electronic production, incorporating nostalgic synths and pulsating rhythms to evoke a sense of hyperbolic expansion. Standout collaborations included "" with Empire of the Sun, a vocal-driven that merged the groups' shared aesthetic of cosmic pop, alongside features from artists like on "The Hard Way" and Bebe Rexha on "Stars." Critics noted the album's ambitious scope, with its production emphasizing layered, euphoric builds that reflected the trio's matured synergy. The trio's remix work gained renewed prominence during this era, starting with their 2021 rework of Elton John's "Cold Heart" featuring , which mashed up four classic tracks into a chart-topping disco-infused hit and secured an American Music Award for Favorite in 2022. Building on this momentum, Pnau delivered high-profile es in subsequent years, including the 2024 of Coldplay's "ALL MY LOVE", which amplified the original's emotional core with vibrant electronic flourishes. Their February 2024 take on Sophie Ellis-Bextor's "" injected pulsating house energy into the 2001 classic, reigniting its viral resurgence. In August 2025, Pnau remixed Parcels' "Yougotmefeeling," transforming the indie track into a dynamic, feel-good electronic cut that showcased their signature upbeat production. By , Pnau maintained active momentum through live performances across , including DJ sets at the Festival in Woombye on November 1 and Harvest Rock in on October 26, as well as a headline slot at the Day at on November 4. These appearances underscored the band's enduring appeal in the electronic scene, with no major new album announcements as of , though their collaborative output suggested ongoing creative exploration.

Musical style and influences

Core elements

Pnau's music is fundamentally rooted in (EDM), blending elements of pop, , and indie influences to create vibrant, anthemic tracks designed for both club environments and broader pop appeal. This core genre framework emphasizes rhythmic drive and melodic hooks, often incorporating disco-infused grooves and psych-pop flourishes that evoke a sense of euphoric escapism. A hallmark of their production style is the heavy incorporation of sampling, particularly in early works where they drew from diverse sources such as , hip-hop, , and Latin rhythms to build layered, eclectic soundscapes—for instance, the debut album Sambanova featured uncleared samples from tracks like Two Man Sound's "Que Tal America" and The Jimmy Castor Bunch's "King Kong," resulting in a fusion of and future jazz elements. Over time, this evolved into more refined techniques like manual multitrack editing and time-aligned sampling without heavy reliance on pitch-shifting, combined with layered synthesizers and upbeat, medium-tempo rhythms around 116 bpm to craft polished, arrangements. Their use of outboard gear, such as Eventide H3000 for effects and UAD plugins for EQ and compression, contributes to a signature ostentatious sound that balances analogue warmth with digital precision. Thematically, Pnau's work often explores cosmic and hyperbolic motifs through escapist lyrics that conjure otherworldly or euphoric narratives, paired with and playful aesthetics in both and visuals—evident in the DayGlo riot of fizzing pop and squelchy that permeates their output, fostering a festival-ready, soul-warming vibe. Central to their identity are the vocals of , which are characteristically processed to achieve an ethereal, sparkly quality through tools like and Waves RVox, creating a haunting yet accessible layer that elevates the synth-driven compositions. This vocal approach, often bold and brassy in delivery, integrates seamlessly with the upbeat rhythms and sampled elements to define Pnau's distinctive, innovative electronic sound.

Evolution over time

Pnau's musical journey began in the late with their debut album Sambanova (1999), which blended sample-heavy and elements infused with , Latin, and hip-hop flavors, creating a lo-fi, eclectic fusion that captured underground energy. This raw, experimental approach marked their initial foray into electronic music, emphasizing playful sampling and diverse genre crossovers that set a , boundary-pushing tone. By the early 2000s, Pnau's sound evolved toward more and synth-pop-infused on Again (2003), introducing messier, progressive structures that leaned into electro and while retaining the group's signature exuberance and genre-blending innovation. This period solidified their experimental roots, moving away from the sample-driven density of Sambanova toward broader sonic explorations that highlighted their performance-art-like approach to electronic composition. The self-titled Pnau (2007) represented a pivotal shift to electro-house and bloghouse aesthetics, with infectious, high-energy tracks that embraced the era's indie-pop and trends, achieving a more polished yet kitsch-driven accessibility. This evolution from underground experimentation to zeitgeist-capturing anthems broadened their appeal while maintaining a cheeky, visual-identity-infused core. Entering the 2010s, Pnau adopted a softer, pop-oriented revival with Soft Universe (2011), incorporating rock-anthem choruses and euphoric electro-pop melodies that diverged from their prior straightforward focus, emphasizing emotional depth and universal themes through up-tempo, cathartic structures. This album's accessible, feature-light sound marked a transitional phase toward mainstream viability, channeling influences like in its blend of and . By Changa (2017), their style expanded into psychedelic, cosmic with late-90s synth , hyperkinetic funk, and genre-blending elements, creating mind-expanding, hedonistic tracks that evoked euphoria while pushing experimental boundaries further. In the 2020s, Hyperbolic (2024) refined this trajectory into polished, collaborative pop-dance, fusing disco-infused anthems with soulful, nostalgic indie and indie flair, incorporating guest features from artists like and to enhance its multifaceted, modern appeal. Overall, Pnau's evolution traces a path from sample-heavy underground fusions to mainstream, adaptive , consistently retaining a , celebratory essence amid trend-responsive shifts.

Discography

Studio albums

Pnau's debut studio album, Sambanova, was released in July 1999 by the independent label . Recorded in a bedroom studio setup, the album blends , , and elements of , hip-hop, Latin, and across its 12 tracks, including "Journey Agent," "," "Keep On Truckin'," "Hard Biscuit," "Sambanova," "Need Your Lovin' Baby," and "Direct Drive." It earned an ARIA Music Award for Best Dance Release, marking an early cultural milestone in Australian electronic music, though the album was later recalled in 2000 due to unresolved sample clearance issues, limiting its commercial distribution. The group's second album, Again, arrived on October 17, 2003, via Warner Music Australia. This 14-track release explores experimental electronic sounds in styles like , , and , featuring songs such as "Enuff Tools," "Again," and "Shock." Despite critical praise for its innovative approach following Sambanova, the album struggled commercially and did not achieve significant chart success. Pnau's self-titled , Pnau, was issued on November 12, 2007, by the independent label etcetc in (and Pnau Records and Tapes for the LP edition). The 11-track effort represents a reinvention with electro and bloghouse influences, incorporating samples and vocals that caught the attention of , leading to future collaborations; key singles integrated include "Embrace" and "With You Forever." It received positive reception for its bold production and peaked at number 31 on the Australian albums chart. Soft Universe, released on July 22, 2011, by etcetc, marks Pnau's fourth studio album and shifts toward a more emotional, thematic exploration inspired by personal experiences. The 11-track record features lush electronic arrangements and vocals from artists like Marques Toliver, with standout songs including "Unite Me" and "The Truth." It achieved moderate sales success, peaking at number 13 on the ARIA Albums Chart, and was noted for its introspective depth compared to prior works. Pnau's fifth album, Changa, came out on November 10, 2017, through etcetc, marking their first release as a trio following Sam Littlemore's return in 2016. The 12-track project draws on themes of change and celebration, featuring vibrant and with guest vocals from artists like Kira Divine; notable tracks include "," "Changes," and "Embrace." Its colorful, psychedelic artwork reflects the album's festival-ready energy, described as a "DayGlo riot of fizzing pop [and] squelchy disco," and it earned seven ARIA Award nominations, including Album of the Year. The release debuted and peaked at number 11 on the ARIA Albums Chart. The latest studio album, Hyperbolic, was released on , , by etcetc (under license to ). This 10-track pop-oriented effort, Pnau's first in seven years, emphasizes communal celebration with collaborations like "AEIOU" featuring Empire of the Sun and "Solid Gold" with Kira Divine and Marques Toliver; other highlights include "River" and "Stars." Critics praised its refreshed sound diverging from prior festival anthems toward accessible electro-pop, noting its high-energy production and emotional resonance. It debuted at number 7 on the ARIA Albums Chart.

Remix and compilation albums

Pnau has ventured into remix and compilation albums as extensions of their , often reinterpreting their own material or collaborating on transformative projects with other artists. These releases highlight their production prowess in blending original compositions with external , creating derivative works that expand their beyond studio efforts. In 2008, Pnau released PNAU [Remix Album], a dedicated compilation featuring of tracks from their self-titled 2007 by various international producers. The includes reinterpretations such as Breakbot's funky take on "Baby," The Aston Shuffle's extended "Just Whoa" version of the same track, and Fred Falke & Miami Horror's disco-infused of "Embrace." Other notable contributions encompass Dirty South's vocal-driven of "With You Forever" and Sam La More's upbeat rework of "Sambanova," resulting in a 13-track collection that showcases diverse electronic subgenres like and electro. This release served as a creative outlet for Pnau's early catalog, emphasizing their appeal to . A significant milestone came in 2012 with Good Morning to the Night, a collaborative crediting vs. Pnau, where the duo sampled and reimagined elements from John's extensive catalog to produce five new tracks. The project transforms classics like "Rocket Man" and "" into modern electronic anthems, with Pnau layering micro-samples into fresh compositions such as the title track and "Sad." The standard edition peaked at number 16 on the , demonstrating the commercial viability of their remix approach. The deluxe edition, expanded in the same year, adds remixes, including Seamus Haji's club-oriented version of "Sad" and The 2 Bears' deeper house rendition, for a total of 13 tracks and providing deeper explorations of the material. This album marked Pnau's first major international collaboration and underscored their skill in compilation-style remixing.

Singles

Pnau's singles discography reflects their evolution from underground house tracks to mainstream electronic anthems and high-profile remixes, often serving as lead promotions for their albums or standalone collaborations. In their early years, Pnau released "Need Your Lovin' Baby" in 2000 as a vinyl single, drawing from influences and marking their debut on Warner Music Australia; it sampled Average White Band's "Cut the Cake" and helped build buzz around their Sambanova album. This was followed by the 2001 single "Follow Me," a track that showcased their experimental production style. By 2003, they issued the double A-side 12" single "We Love the Fresh Kills / Again," tying into their sophomore album Again and blending leftfield electronics with synth-pop elements. The 2008 single "Embrace," featuring uncredited vocals from Ladyhawke, was the third release from their self-titled album Pnau; the electro-house track received strong radio play and peaked at number 55 on the Singles Chart. During their revival period, "Unite Us" emerged in 2011 as the lead single from Soft Universe, an uplifting electronic pop song that highlighted their shift toward more accessible sounds. In 2013–2014, they contributed to the international hit "Changes" with French duo Faul & Wad Ad, a remake of a sample that topped charts in several European countries and introduced Pnau to a broader global audience. Pnau's later hits gained significant commercial traction. "Chameleon," released in November 2016 as the from Changa, became a staple with its shape-shifting synths and peaked at number 4 on the ARIA Singles Chart, earning platinum certification and winning Best Dance Release at the 2017 . "AEIOU," a 2023 collaboration with Empire of the Sun, blended cosmic pop with electronic grooves and peaked at number 16 on the ARIA Australian Dance Singles Chart. From their 2024 album Hyperbolic, "So High" (featuring Emily Wurramara) served as a promotional teaser, emphasizing soaring vocals over hyperbolic production. "Solid Gold," featuring Kira Divine and Marques Toliver, arrived in 2019 as a standalone single previewing their mature sound, with glittering synths evoking . Pnau has also excelled in remixes released as lead singles. Their 2021 rework of "Cold Heart" for and transformed 1970s samples into a modern hit, topping the ARIA Singles Chart for seven weeks and achieving multi-platinum status worldwide. In 2024, the "ALL MY LOVE" with infused the original track with pulsating electronic energy, extending its run on global playlists. Most recently, in 2025, Pnau delivered the remix for Parcels' "Yougotmefeeling," amplifying its indie-dance vibe into a club-ready anthem. These non-charting promotional releases, like early EP tracks and album teasers, often experimented with remixing their own catalog to maintain fan engagement.

Awards and nominations

ARIA Music Awards

Pnau first received recognition at the for their debut album Sambanova, which won Best Dance Release at the 2000 ceremony. The album's eclectic blend of , , hip-hop, Latin, and elements marked an early highlight in their career, earning the group their initial industry accolade despite subsequent challenges with sample clearances that led to its temporary withdrawal from shelves shortly after the win. The group returned to the ARIA spotlight in 2017 with nominations for their single "Chameleon" from the album Changa, ultimately securing the Best Dance Release award. This victory highlighted Pnau's resurgence in electronic music, with the track's vibrant production and visual performance at the ceremony underscoring their innovative approach. In 2018, Pnau dominated the nominations with seven nods centered on Changa and related works, including Album of the Year for the album itself and Best Dance Release for "Go Bang," which they won. Additional nominations encompassed Best Group and Best Independent Release (for Changa), Song of the Year and Best Video (for "Go Bang"), and Best Australian Live Act for the Pnau Changa Australian Tour. These achievements affirmed Changa's impact, blending psychedelic influences with dancefloor energy and solidifying Pnau's status in Australian electronic music.
YearCategoryWorkResultSource
2000Best Dance ReleaseSambanovaWonARIA Past Winners
2017Best Dance Release"Chameleon"WonARIA Past Winners
2018Album of the YearChangaNominatedARIA Nominees Announcement
2018Best Dance Release"Go Bang"WonARIA Past Winners
2018Best GroupPnauNominatedARIA Nominees Announcement
2018Best Independent ReleaseChangaNominatedARIA Nominees Announcement
2018Song of the Year"Go Bang"NominatedARIA Nominees Announcement
2018Best Video"Go Bang"NominatedARIA Nominees Announcement
2018Best Australian Live ActPnau Changa Australian TourNominatedARIA Nominees Announcement

Other major awards

Pnau has received recognition at several international music awards, particularly for their remix work on "Cold Heart" with Elton John and Dua Lipa. At the , the track won Top Dance/Electronic Song, marking Pnau's first victory in this category. Similarly, at the , "Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)" secured the Collaboration of the Year award, highlighting the group's impact on global pop collaborations. The song also earned nominations at the for Song of the Year and Best Collaboration, as well as nominations for Song of the Year and Best Dance/Electronic Recording at the , underscoring its commercial and artistic success. In the realm of Australian independent music accolades, Pnau has been honored at the AIR Awards. In 2018, they won Best Independent Dance/Electronica Album for Changa and Best Independent Dance/Electronica Single for "Go Bang," establishing their prominence in the indie electronic scene. Earlier, in 2011, the group received nominations at the same awards for Best Independent Dance/Electronic Album (Soft Universe) and Best Independent Dance/Electronic Single ("Solid Ground"). Pnau's contributions to songwriting have been acknowledged through APRA Music Awards nominations. "Chameleon" was nominated for Most Performed Australian Work in 2018, while "Go Bang" earned a nod for Dance Work of the Year in 2019. In 2020, "Solid Gold" was nominated for Most Performed Dance Work of the Year. In 2024, "You Know What I Need" featuring Troye Sivan was nominated for Most Performed Dance/Electronic Work. More recently, their 2024 collaboration "AEIOU" with Empire of the Sun received a nomination for Most Performed Dance/Electronic Work at the 2025 APRA Music Awards. On the international stage, Pnau members , , and were credited on the Elvis soundtrack, earning a nomination for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media at the 2023 . Additionally, Pnau was nominated for Best Australian Act at the 2017 .
AwardYearCategoryWorkResult
Billboard Music Awards2022Top Dance/Electronic Song"Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)"Won
American Music Awards2022Collaboration of the Year"Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)"Won
MTV Video Music Awards2022Song of the Year"Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)"Nominated
MTV Video Music Awards2022Best Collaboration"Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)"Nominated
Grammy Awards2022Song of the Year"Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)"Nominated
Grammy Awards2022Best Dance/Electronic Recording"Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)"Nominated
AIR Awards2018Best Independent Dance/Electronica AlbumChangaWon
AIR Awards2018Best Independent Dance/Electronica Single"Go Bang"Won
APRA Music Awards2024Most Performed Dance/Electronic Work"You Know What I Need" (featuring Troye Sivan)Nominated
Grammy Awards2023Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual MediaElvis (soundtrack)Nominated
MTV Europe Music Awards2017Best Australian ActN/ANominated

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