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Wombat (rapper)

Samuel Phillips aka Wombat is an Australian singer and rapper from Glenorchy, Tasmania. His debut studio album What Death Tastes Like was released in September 2022[2] and peaked at #2 on the overall ARIA Charts and peaked at #1 for Hip-Hop albums ARIA Charts.

Wombat
BornGlenorchy, Tasmania, Australia[1]
OriginSydney, Australia[2]
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • rapper
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
Years active2017–present
Labels
  • Warner Brothers

The Underrated single released with Wombat and frequent collaborator Chillinit was certified gold[3] by ARIA.

Artistic Style and Influence

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Wombat's music style is deeply influenced by grime, attributing significant influence to Necro in terms of production and lyrical style. His lyrics frequently explore themes of mental health, personal struggle, cultural identity, and community.[4]

Community and Cultural Impact

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Wombat has openly discussed the cultural and social challenges facing Tasmania, particularly its youth. In his candid remarks, he highlights the lack of opportunities and activities for young people in Tasmania, which he suggests contributes to the popularity of rap as an outlet and form of expression. "I've noticed that raps are a big thing in Tasmania... because there's nothing to do down there," Wombat explains, indicating a significant void in local entertainment and career paths, which in turn drives the youth towards music as a creative escape and potential career path.[5]

He also addresses the isolation felt by Tasmanians, especially those pursuing artistic careers, with a poignant reminder to his fellow islanders: "If you're from Tasmania, don't let the island hold you back." This statement reflects his desire to inspire and empower local talent to overcome geographical and psychological barriers, aiming to redefine what is possible for those from the region. Wombat's commentary not only sheds light on the socio-economic conditions in Tasmania but also serves as a call to action for the youth to transcend local limitations through the arts.[6]

Discography

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Studio albums

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List of studio albums, with selected details and chart positions
Title Details Peak chart positions
AUS
[7]
What Death Tastes Like 12
[8]
Chainsaw Man
  • Released: 24 December 2021[9]
  • Label: ADA, Warner
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
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Extended plays

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List of extended plays, with selected details
Title EP details
Night Shift
(with Nerve)
  • Released: 27 September 2017[10]
  • Label: Nerve Productions
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
Helo EP
  • Released: 8 July 2009[11]
  • Format: Digital download, streaming

Singles

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List of singles, with year released and album name
Title Year Album
Wombat (triple j Bars Of Steel) 2022[12] Non-album single
Russian Roulette (feat. Complete) 2022[13] What Death Tastes Like
Rumours (feat. Chillinit) 2022[14] What Death Tastes Like
Falling 2022[15] What Death Tastes Like
Merch Money 2021[16] Chainsaw Man
Ramen Noodles 2021[17] Chainsaw Man
Figure 8 2021[18] Non-album single
Bad Words 2020[19] Non-album single
Adrenaline 2020[20] Non-album single
Kebabs 2020[21] Non-album single
Swine Flu 2019[22] Non-album single
Rise Up 2019[23] Non-album single
Black Sheep 2019[24] Non-album single
Watch Out 2019[25] Non-album single
Gassed Up 2019[26] Non-album single
Zombie!! 2019[27] Non-album single
Language of Light 2018[28] Non-album single
Strong Warning (feat. Nerve) 2017[29] Non-album single
Slow Release Remixes Digital EP 2007[30] Non-album single


References

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  1. ^ a b "Wombat". New World Artist. Retrieved 13 September 2022.
  2. ^ a b c "What Death Tastes Like by Wombat". JB Hi-Fi. Retrieved 13 September 2022.
  3. ^ "ChillinIT x Wombat – Underrated #Australia". 20 May 2018. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube.
  4. ^ "Tasmania's Grime Rapper - Wombat - The Search #21". 30 August 2022. Retrieved 14 July 2024 – via YouTube.
  5. ^ "Tasmania's Grime Rapper - Wombat - The Search #21". YouTube. 30 August 2020. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
  6. ^ "Wombat Picks the Greatest Grime Artist of All Time: The GOAT Show". YouTube. 14 August 2019. Retrieved 14 July 2024.
  7. ^ "ARIA Top 50 Albums Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. 12 September 2022. Retrieved 13 September 2022.
  8. ^ "ARIA Top 50 Albums for week of 12 September 2022". Australian Recording Industry Association. 12 September 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2024.
  9. ^ "Chainsaw Man by Wombat". Apple Music. 24 December 2021. Retrieved 7 July 2024.
  10. ^ "Night Shift by Nerve & Wombat". Apple Music. 27 September 2017. Retrieved 13 September 2022.
  11. ^ "Helo EP". Apple Music. 8 July 2009. Retrieved 7 July 2024.
  12. ^ "Wombat (triple j Bars Of Steel)". 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  13. ^ "Russian Roulette (feat. Complete)". 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  14. ^ "Rumours (feat. Chillinit)". 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  15. ^ "Falling". 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  16. ^ "Merch Money". 2021. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  17. ^ "Ramen Noodles". 2021. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  18. ^ "Figure 8". 2021. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  19. ^ "Bad Words". 2020. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  20. ^ "Adrenaline". 2020. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  21. ^ "Kebabs". 2020. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  22. ^ "Swine Flu". 2019. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  23. ^ "Rise Up". 2019. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  24. ^ "Black Sheep". 2019. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  25. ^ "Watch Out". 2019. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  26. ^ "Gassed Up". 2019. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  27. ^ "Zombie!!". 2019. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  28. ^ "Language of Light". 2018. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  29. ^ "Strong Warning (feat. Nerve)". 2017. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
  30. ^ "Slow Release Remixes Digital EP". 2007. Retrieved 7 July 2024 – via YouTube Music.
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