Emerging from the Sydney electronic music scene, Flume, born Harley Edward Streten, established himself as a pioneering force in modern electronica, known for his intricate sound design and genre-defying productions. His journey into music began in his early teens when he discovered a basic production disc in a box of cereal, sparking a passion that would lead him to craft beats on a simple laptop. The son of Glen Streten and Lyndall, he adopted his now-famous stage name from the Bon Iver song sampled in an early track, a moniker that ironically shares its name with a type of water channel.

Flume's career launched into the stratosphere with the 2012 release of his self-titled debut album, a record that fused future bass, hip-hop, and house elements into a cohesive and fresh sound. The album, featuring the breakout hit "Holdin On," quickly achieved platinum status in Australia and won the prestigious Australian Music Prize. This early success was solidified through influential collaborations, including the "Lockjaw" EP with fellow Australian producer Chet Faker, which further showcased his ability to blend organic instrumentation with electronic glitch.

International acclaim reached its peak with his sophomore studio album, "Skin," released in 2016. A complex and adventurous work, the album featured an impressive roster of contributors including Kai, Vic Mensa, AlunaGeorge, and Beck. "Skin" was a monumental commercial and critical success, earning Flume his first Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album and spawning the hit single "Never Be Like You" featuring Kai, which topped charts in Australia and gained massive global airplay. This period cemented his reputation as an artist capable of bridging underground credibility with mainstream appeal.

Following the intense touring cycle for "Skin," Flume embarked on a period of exploration, releasing a series of eclectic mixtapes and singles that pushed his sound into even more experimental territories. He returned with his third studio album, "Palaces," in 2022, which incorporated natural field recordings and continued his tradition of high-profile features, this time with artists like Damon Albarn and Caroline Polachek. Throughout his career, Flume has remained a pivotal figure in electronic music, consistently evolving his sonic palette while influencing a new generation of producers and maintaining a steadfast presence at major festivals worldwide.