BEKS’ track Melodrama is out now
Australian electro-pop artist BEKS has featured as a guest judge on the opening episode of the current season of Drag Race Down Under vs The World, marking another major career milestone for one of Australia’s fastest-rising queer music exports.
Known for her high-energy performances, unapologetic pop sound and deep connection to LGBTQ+ audiences, BEKS brings her infectious charisma and musical expertise to the judging panel as the franchise welcomes queens from across the globe to compete for the coveted crown.
The announcement follows a landmark 18 months for the Australian singer-songwriter, whose debut EP Hard Gloss established her as one of the most exciting new voices in electro-pop. Produced by PALMR and mixed by Tim Rowkins (Lady Gaga, Rina Sawayama), the project earned billboard placement from SoundCloud in London, while fan favourite Melodrama has found fresh momentum throughout 2026 thanks to viral fan remixes and social media.
Blending shimmering electro-pop with EDM and guitar-driven rock, BEKS has built an international following through sold-out headline shows across Australia, London and Europe, as well as performances at Mighty Hoopla, London Pride, Sydney Mardi Gras, Amsterdam Pride and numerous LGBTQ+ festivals worldwide. She has also toured with artists including Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Princess Superstar, Madelline and Australian rock icons The Superjesus.
Speaking about joining the Drag Race Down Under Vs The World judging panel, BEKS said:
“Guest judging RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under was such an honour. Before the music industry believed in me, the drag community did. They gave this over-the-top pop artist a stage when no one else would. Being part of Drag Race, the pinnacle of drag culture, was a real full-circle moment. Choosing between these queens was almost impossible. They’re all phenomenal.”
The television appearance comes as BEKS continues to build on the success of Melodrama, a fan favourite that has experienced a remarkable resurgence online, introducing her music to a new global audience and cementing her reputation as one of the most exciting independent pop artists to emerge from Australia.
With more new music, live dates and international projects on the horizon, BEKS’ appearance on Drag Race Down Under vs The World is another defining moment in what is proving to be a breakout year.
