Alasdair David George Murray (born 6 September 1986), professionally known as Illy, is an Australian rapper from Frankston, Victoria.
[1] Illy has performed at many Australian music festivals including headline spots at Groovin' the Moo, Splendour in the Grass, Spilt Milk and Yours and Owls.
Alasdair David George Murray was born on 6 September 1986[2][3] in Frankston, Melbourne, Australia.
[4] Before his solo career, Illy was a member of Crooked Eye, but opted to leave the group.
24 on the ARIA Top 40 Urban Albums chart[8] and the lead single, "Pictures", was placed on national rotation on Triple J.
[11] Illy featured on the track "Take It from Me" on producer M-Phazes' 2010 debut album Good Gracious.
In February 2011, Illy embarked on his 14-date nationwide "The Chase Tour", with special guest M-Phazes.
[13] In September 2012, Illy released his third album, Bring It Back, which peaked at number 15 on the ARIA Charts.
In July 2016, Illy released "Papercuts", featuring Vera Blue, which peaked at number 2 on the ARIA charts.
In October 2016, Illy released "Catch 22" featuring Anne-Marie, which peaked at number 11 on the ARIA charts.