BANTA. is rapidly establishing themselves as one of Melbourne's most esteemed producer duos, comprising musicians Oliver McNamara and Caleb Lindner. They made their mark with the lo-fi sensation 'Kohaku' followed up with successful tracks like Hold (with Jade Alice) and 'Bruise' (with Ivoris) in 2020. The duo's impressive run of singles led to sold-out shows across Victoria, supporting Dual Manner, Dekleyn, and daste. They also meticulously crafted their own studio in the outer eastern suburbs. Over the past 3 years, BANTA has achieved remarkable success, earning placements on various Spotify and Apple Music playlists, as well as securing sync deals with Melbourne Skydeck and the Pitch Music & Arts Festival. Collaborations with acclaimed artists like ARIA winner Seth Sentry and UK chart-topper Sarah de Warren further elevated their reputation. Additionally, their music videos garnered nominations at the Canberra Short Film Festival. In 2022, BANTA experienced significant growth, releasing three EPs as part of their '+ Series' project. They also embarked on a journey to Europe, laying the groundwork for their innovative 'We Sampled' series, which showcased unique sounds of each city they visited. Notably, the series has amassed over 20,000 organic views. With an impressive 1.5 million streams, numerous sold-out performances, and the ability to captivate audiences not only in Australia but globally, BANTA proudly embodies the spirit of DIY independent music.