L-FRESH The Lion is one of the luminaries of the vibrant cultural scene of Sydney’s western suburbs. Hip-hop artist, music producer, and creative director of the Conscious program at Campbelltown Arts Centre, which mentors and platforms the next generation of Western Sydney's hip-hop and RnB artists.

Born and raised in South West Sydney into a Sikh family who migrated from Punjab, India, L-FRESH has been at the forefront of change in the Australian hip hop scene for almost two decades.

A powerful experience in 2006 changed his life, and started him on the path that has seen him support American rapper Nas, sit on the Australian jury for Eurovision, perform at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, and compose and perform the team song of the Sydney Kings Basketball team. 

L-FRESH joins us on The Year That Made me to reflect on the diverse cultural influences that have shaped his life, artistry and career.