Harry Michael (born February 12, 1991) was born in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. He is an Australian rapper and singer who has taken the music world by storm with his unique style and sound. He is professionally known as Masked Wolf. he grew up with a passion for music and started pursuing it at a young age.
Michael's breakthrough moment came with his hit song "Astronaut in the Ocean" in 2021. Although the song was first released in June 2019, it became a sleeper hit, climbing the charts in various countries, including Australia and the United States. It reached the fourth spot on the Australian ARIA Charts and peaked at number six on the US Billboard Hot 100, cementing Michael's position as a rising star in the music industry.
Michael signed with Teamwrk Records in 2018 and released his debut single "Speed Racer" later that year. He continued to make waves with his music, collaborating with other artists and performing at various events across the world. In January 2021, he signed a multi-album deal with Elektra Records, a US-based label owned by Warner Music Group. Elektra now represents Michael's music in all regions except Australia and New Zealand, where he continues to be represented by Teamwrk Records.
Throughout 2021, Michael continued to make headlines with his music. In November, he released a reimagined version of Bebe Rexha's hit song "Sabotage," titled "It's You, Not Me (Sabotage)," showcasing his versatility as an artist. In July, Michael was announced to have had the highest listener growth on Spotify in the first half of the year, gaining over 27 million new listeners. He also performed at the virtual festival Splendour in the Grass in July.
In September 2021, Michael announced the release of his debut mixtape, Astronomical, which was released on September 10. The mixtape features collaborations with other artists, including X Ambassadors, and showcases Michael's range as a musician. With his unique sound and undeniable talent, it's no wonder that Masked Wolf is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after artists in the music industry.
