Live Nation Shines Spotlight on Artists With Disability at Ones to Watch Finale

Live Nation hosted the final 2025 edition of their Ones to Watch series on Wednesday night (November 26th), in support of next month’s International Day of People with Disabilities.

International Day of People with Disability is a United Nations observed day held on December 3rd each year. It promotes awareness, understanding, and acceptance of people with disabilities and celebrates their achievements.

The Ones to Watch series champions and celebrates artists who have been breaking down barriers with their music, encouraging inclusivity and an industry shake-up that has long been needed to benefit those living with myriad disabilities.

Wednesday night’s private event in Melbourne was curated by award winning singer-songwriter and disability activist Eliza Hull, who also closed the night with a special performance. A striking songwriter, Hull’s music has been embraced by local and international audiences alike in recent years, touring throughout Australia and the UK, delivering spellbinding performances to a growing numbers of fans.

She was joined on stage by R.em.edy, Mathilde Anne, and Cooper Smith.

R.em.edy, is known for her raw honesty, toxic lyrics and advocacy for artists like herself with disabilities such as ADHD, Autism, and POTS. A genre-blending chameleon, she has over 5 million streams, and supported the likes of Illy on his ‘The Long Way Around’ tour.

Meanwhile, Mathilde Anne made waves with her 2024 debut album Normal, exploring neurodivergence, womanhood, and radical self-acceptance through ethereal, emotionally honest songwriting. She has supported Cub Sport, Telenova, Joan & The Giants, and more on tour, and has a new EP Cigarettes and Anxious Sex due out next year.

Melbourne DJ Cooper Smith, a festival favourite, also performed at the event. He’s previously played the likes of Beyond the Valley and Ability Fest.

“This is exactly what the industry needs right now – a night to celebrate and amplify the incredible artists with disability in this country,” Hull said.

“I’m incredibly grateful to Live Nation for stepping in and showcasing talent that is so often underrepresented. I’m super proud of the artists I’ve curated. As a musician with a disability myself I know firsthand that there are still barriers in the industry, but moments like this give me real hope for what’s ahead.”

Michelle Lucia, SVP of product and innovation at Live Nation ANZ, said: “Collaborating with Eliza Hull on this Ones To Watch showcase to elevate these voices reinforces our shared commitment to championing inclusivity across the industry, and it’s a proud moment to celebrate the incredible talent of these artists in the lead-up to the International Day of People with Disability.”