While we’re undeniably in the midst of an electronic-music takeover here in the States, the blend of acclaim and popularity enjoyed by Flume is still a rare package. Born Harley Streten, the 22-year-old Australian producer has already packed the type of milestones into his short career that most artists can only dream of hitting in a lifetime.

His debut EP, Sleepless, features hypnotically chiming loops, and soulfully dissected vocals from Anthony For Cleopatra (and later with Jezzabell Doran). The title track off of that 2011 release in particular demonstrates the blend of technological chill and organic warmth that characterizes his best work.

“I think I put a lot of special attention towards creating interesting textures and unique sounds,” Flume told Dazed & Confused at the time regarding his sound. “Music essentially boils down to two main elements, rhythm and melody. I feel tones and textures often get overlooked, so I like to take my time finding the right sounds.”

“Sleepless” earned the MTV Artist To Watch his first taste of success, and it pushed Flume in front an audience of discerning fans and artists eager to collaborate. He’d barely had any other music to his name at the time, but a breakthrough performance at the Australian festival Splendour in the Grass sealed the deal of big things to come.

Like, say, that time when Flume’s self-titled debut album went to No. 1 on the Australian charts ...