Maitê Inaê is a Brazilian-Australian vocalist, composer and producer whose work bridges Afro-Brazilian rhythm, jazz harmony and contemporary soul. Based in Sydney, she is known for her commanding vocal presence and emotionally rich songwriting, moving effortlessly between intimacy and celebration while crafting immersive sonic worlds.
As both a composer and performer, Inaê approaches music architecturally shaping rhythm, voice and atmosphere into deeply expressive compositions. Her music draws from Afro-diasporic traditions while embracing modern soul, jazz and electronic textures, resulting in a sound that feels both ancestral and contemporary.
With previous releases including Love Letters (2020) and Raiz (2021), Inaê has established herself as a powerful live performer, delivering sold-out shows and appearing at major festivals including Splendour in the Grass, Lost Paradise, Woodford Folk Festival and Caloundra Music Festival. She has toured nationally as frontwoman for The Big ILCH and collaborated with respected national and international artists across recording and live performance.
In 2019 she performed at the Samba Reggae Festival in Salvador, Bahia, connecting her work directly to the Afro-Brazilian musical lineage that continues to influence her sound and artistic vision.
On stage, Inaê leads audiences through performances that blend soulful vocals, rhythmic depth and cinematic atmosphere. Whether performing intimate venues or large concert stages, she creates experiences that honour the emotional and spiritual roots of soul music while pushing its boundaries forward.
With a growing catalogue of original work and an expanding international presence, Maitê Inaê continues to carve out her space as one of the most distinctive emerging voices in contemporary soul an artist building soundscapes where heritage, rhythm and modern expression meet.
