Dami Im celebrates 10 years of ‘Sound Of Silence

On March 11, the multi-platinum and gold-certified artist, Eurovision icon, and one of Australia’s most internationally celebrated singer-songwriters, Dami Im marks the 10-year anniversary of her career-defining performance of ‘Sound of Silence’ at the Eurovision Song Contest — a moment that not only captivated over 200 million viewers worldwide but cemented her place in Eurovision history. A decade later, ‘Sound of Silence’ remains one of the most recognisable Eurovision songs of the 2010s.

To celebrate this anniversary, the song has been reimagined featuring ARIA & NIMA Award winning and fellow Australian representatives for Eurovision 2024 Electric Fields, with production by Michael and Zaachariaha’s powerful First Nations language verse. 

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Dami explains, “To revisit ‘Sound of Silence’ with Electric Fields feels incredibly special. The completely reimagined production that Michael brought to this version truly blew me away. And Zaachariaha’s unique, soul-piercing voice and harmonies… Along with that powerful First Nations language verse.. They’ve given the song a newfound spark and joy, as well as depth and heartbeat.

“Ten years ago, ‘Sound of Silence’ changed my life in a way I could never have imagined. Standing on the Eurovision stage was one of the most defining moments of my career. It was a true turning point not just because of the surprising result, as mind-blowing and surreal as that was and still is to this day, but more-so because of the connection. That song carried my voice across the world and opened doors to a new place in my musical journey that I didn’t even know existed!

“A decade on, I don’t sing it the same way because I’m not the same person. I’ve sung this song thousands of times on countless stages all across the world. There’s more life in me, and the song has taken on a deeper meaning with more gratitude and more perspective.

“This song will always be life-changing for me. And getting to reimagine it with artists I respect so deeply makes this anniversary feel like the beginning of a new chapter.”

Finishing as Runner-Up in Stockholm in 2016, Dami delivered one of the most unforgettable performances in the contest’s modern era. ‘Sound of Silence‘ went on to chart in 43 countries, including being certified Gold in Sweden, becoming a global anthem and earning her enduring recognition as Eurovision royalty.

Dami will be heading back to Europe this November to perform at the iconic Eurovision Festival, Het Grote Songfestivalfeest on November 13th. For more information on Dami’s touring please head HERE.

THE STATS & FACTS ON ‘SOUND OF SILENCE’ FROM EUROVISION 2016

• Selected internally by SBS to represent Australia at Eurovision 2016 in Stockholm, Sweden, marking only Australia’s second competitive entry since debuting in 2015.
• Dami entered the contest as an already established Australian star, having won The X Factor Australia in 2013 and achieved multiple ARIA No.1 albums.
• Performed the song ‘Sound of Silence’, written and produced by DNA Songs duo Anthony Egizii & David Musumeci.
• Australia had to qualify from the semi-final for the first time in 2016; Dami Im did so in 1st place with 330 points. 
• In the Grand Final, she performed 13th and finished 2nd overall with 511 points — Australia’s highest placing ever in Eurovision.
• ‘Sound of Silence’ won the Marcel Bezençon Award in the Composer category (jury-based composer award at Eurovision).
• She won the Jury Vote outright, finishing 1st with professional juries across Europe.
• In the televote, she placed 4th, demonstrating broad public appeal.
• The combined result cemented ‘Sound of Silence’ as one of the most critically acclaimed Eurovision entries of the modern era.
• The performance is consistently ranked in “Best Eurovision Performances of the 2010s” lists by fans and media outlets.
• Her live vocal has since been cited as one of the strongest vocal performances in Eurovision history.
• Following Eurovision, ‘Sound of Silence’ became:
  • Platinum certified in Australia
  • Gold certified in Sweden
• The song charted across multiple European territories including:
  • Germany, Belgium, Finland, Spain, Austria, and the UK
• It remains Dami Im’s most internationally successful single.
• The 2016 result firmly legitimised Australia’s place at Eurovision, silencing early scepticism about Australia’s inclusion.
• A decade later, ‘Sound of Silence’ remains one of the most recognisable Eurovision songs of the 2010s.
• The 10-year anniversary highlights the moment Australia transitioned from “guest nation” to Eurovision heavyweight.

ABOUT DAMI IM
Beginning her musical journey as a virtuoso pianist, Dami holds a Master’s degree in Contemporary Voice and first rose to national fame as the winner of The X Factor Australia. Since then, she has built a career defined by powerful vocals, artistic versatility, and commanding live performances.

Her international career has seen her perform on some of the world’s most prestigious stages — from the Sydney Opera House and Byron Bay Bluesfest to the Asia Song Festival, Beijing Global Gala, and major European events, where her Eurovision legacy continues to resonate strongly with audiences.

Beyond the stage, Dami is a published author of two books — Dreamer, her memoir, and The Hero, released in Korea. A devoted wife to her husband Noah and proud mother of two, she balances international acclaim with a grounded and authentic personal life.

To listen to Dami’s playlist of “Eurovision Songs I Wish I Wrote”, head HERE.

ABOUT ELECTRIC FIELDS

Launching in 2015, Electric Fields’ exceptional trajectory saw them invited to perform in China, Scotland and New Zealand within the first six months, and by the end of their first year, they had headlined shows around Australia, received several awards and were signed to Sony Publishing.  The following year they were recipients of the coveted Stigwood Fellowship and have since taken out 30 awards.  Described by Vogue as ‘movers of the next gen’, Electric Fields were a close second for Eurovision – Australia Decides in 2019, and in 2024 were invited to represent Australia at Eurovision in Malmo, Sweden.

Their very impressive list of awards includes holding the record for the most awards received in the history of the National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) by any artist or group – Best Live Band in Australia x 3; Best Live Band in their category x 4; and Best Live Voice in Australia to Zaachariaha Fielding for the last 3 years in a row.  

They have played the Australian Open and the AFL Grand Final; performed in Los Angeles for the AAA Gala Event, played Central Park and the Lincoln Centre, NYC; and in the Australian Embassies in Washington DC and Copenhagen, Denmark.

Both national tours were sold-out right across Australia, and their exceptional and critically acclaimed performance with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in 2022 was described as ‘the highlight of the year’ by the MSO – with a request for a remount in 2023.  They have since performed full shows with the Canberra, Darwin, Adelaide, Melbourne (for a second show) and Sydney Symphony Orchestras. Along with opening, closing, and headlining countless festivals across Australia, international invitations have included performances in England, Scotland, Hungary, Germany, Poland, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, NZ, and the USA – and their long list of international performances includes WOMAD UK; Edinburgh Festival, Cupa Dupa Festival, NZ, and closing the massive Sziget Festival in Budapest. 

Electric Fields has a remarkably diverse history of achievements spanning the last 10 years, and on 13 March 2025 were presented with the Keys to the City of Adelaide by the Lord Mayor for their ‘outstanding contribution to music’. During 2024 they received an ARIA for Best Original Soundtrack Album, took out Best Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Band for the South Australian Music Awards, and at the National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs), were co-recipients of the Indigenous Language Award.Electric Fields’ outstanding musical output includes composing for several films, including the recently released Faraway Downs by Baz Luhrmann, for which they received an ARIA Award. They created the internationally award-winning piece Tjitji Lullaby for ABC KIDS TV, which was then published in book form by Harper and Collins. In 2023, their extraordinary 30-minute composition, written for Electric Skies, became an award-winning event for Fringe Festival, while in 2021, Electric Fields’ astounding one-off self-curated live show INMA garnered two standing ovations, 5-star reviews, and a request to be remounted to close the Fringe Festival 2021 – ultimately taking out the Pick of the Fringe Award.