Meet Hendle

Daniel Rankine, known as trials, is a platinum-certified, ARIA Award-winning artist celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to the music industry. As one-half of A.B. Original, he crafted Reclaim Australia, an album that sparked a nationwide conversation on cultural identity and justice, earning critical acclaim and multiple award. 2025 marks a pivotal moment in trials' career with the highly anticipated debut of his solo album, HENDLE. Released under Island Records | Universal, this full-length project is a bold statement of artistry, showcasing Rankine’s evolution as a musician and storyteller. 

Collaborating with some of the biggest names in the industry, lending his signature sound and production expertise to artists like Hilltop Hoods, Archie Roach, and Paul Kelly, trials has established a genre bending inimitable sound. With accolades spanning chart-topping singles, platinum certifications, and industry-defining moments, Trials continues to break boundaries, crafting music that resonates deeply and drives change. His unparalleled artistry, impact and longevity make him a true icon in the Australian music scene and beyond. 

trials' painting style is a raw and evocative expression of personal and collective experience. Rooted amongst the Pelicans of Raukkan and shaped by the weight of trauma and domestic violence, his work channels deep emotional truths through bold strokes and layered textures. Each piece reflects a narrative of resilience and healing, capturing the tension between pain and hope. With a focus on visceral emotion and cultural storytelling, Daniel’s art invites the viewer to confront difficult realities while finding beauty in the act of survival and the journey toward renewal.

trials photography offers a striking counterbalance to the vivid intensity of his painting. Often monochromatic, his work captures moments of stillness and introspection, a deliberate pause against the frenetic energy of his painted expressions. Through his lens, he seeks not to impose meaning but to leave space for the eye of the beholder, allowing each viewer to find their own narrative within the frame.  His photography reflects a meditative approach, where simplicity and subtlety invite deeper connection and contemplation.