# Kita Alexander

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Australian musician

Kita Alexander Alexander in 2024 Background information Born Nikkita Kalea Alexander (1996-02-25) 25 February 1996 (age 30)[1] Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Origin Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Genres Pop[2] Occupations Singer songwriter musician Instruments Vocals guitar Years active 2011–present Label Warner Music Australia Website kitaalexander.com

Musical artist

**Nikkita Kalea** "**Kita**" **Alexander** (born 25 February 1996[1]) is an Australian [pop](/source/Pop_music) singer-songwriter from [Brisbane](/source/Brisbane), [Queensland](/source/Queensland). Her single "[Hotel](/source/Hotel_(Kita_Alexander_song))" peaked at number 51 on the [ARIA Singles Chart](/source/ARIA_Charts) in November 2017 and was certified 2× Platinum by [Australian Recording Industry Association](/source/Australian_Recording_Industry_Association) (ARIA) in 2020. Alexander released her debut studio album, *[Young in Love](/source/Young_in_Love)* in March 2024. With the rising success of her Australian headline tour in 2025, her fanbase has officially been known as “Kita’s Angels”.

## Early life

Nikkita Kalea Alexander was born on 25 February 1996[1][3] in [Brisbane](/source/Brisbane), Queensland.[4]

She was raised in [Port Macquarie](/source/Port_Macquarie), where she began performing at the age of 15, and left high school to focus on her music career.[5][6]

## Personal life

Kita Alexander's elder sister, Natassja Alexander, died in July 2013. She dedicated her 2017 *Hotel* EP to her sister's memory, saying: "It's heavily influenced and deeply personal. "Hotel" is about dealing with the loss."[7]

She married Australian professional surfer [Owen Wright](/source/Owen_Wright_(surfer)) in 2019.[8] Close friend and fellow musician [Jack River](/source/Jack_River_(musician)) was a member of the [bridal party](/source/Bridal_party), alongside [Lisa Mitchell](/source/Lisa_Mitchell) and [Isabel Lucas](/source/Isabel_Lucas).[9]

Alexander and Wright's first child, Vali, was born in 2016.[10][9] Their second child, Rumi Alexander Wright, was born on 15 January 2021.[11] The family live in [Lennox Head](/source/Lennox_Head%2C_New_South_Wales),[12] also spending time at their second home Paradiso Property, in [Byron Bay](/source/Byron_Bay), where Alexander wrote music for EP, *The One*.[13]

## Career

### 2013–2014: *Lion Hat*

Her first extended play, *Lion Hat*, with six tracks, was issued in March 2013.[14] It was produced by Jordan Millar and recorded in Sydney.[14] Lisa Tisdell of *Port Macquarie News* felt, "the finished product containing songs that appeal to a cross-section of people."[14] She moved to [Byron Bay](/source/Byron_Bay%2C_New_South_Wales), after turning 18.

Alexander found her talent manager, Tim Manton (of [After the Fall](/source/After_the_Fall_(band))) of TAP Management, via a Google search.[5][2]

### 2015–2016: *Like You Want To*

Main article: [Like You Want To](/source/Like_You_Want_To)

Alexander released her debut single "My Own Way" in August 2015. "My Own Way" received airplay on national youth radio station [Triple J](/source/Triple_J),[15] and peaked at #95 on the [ARIA Singles Chart](/source/ARIA_Charts).[16] [AllMusic](/source/AllMusic)'s Neil Z. Yeung observed that, "[her influences] informed much of her sonic aesthetic, while polished production sheen enhanced her pop sensibilities."[2] Alexander had travelled to the west coast of United States earlier that year to record an acoustic music video for "My Own Way" at Noisey Acoustics in [Topanga Canyon](/source/Topanga%2C_California).[6] "My Own Way" polled at #125 in Triple J's [Hottest 200 of 2015](/source/Triple_J_Hottest_100%2C_2015).[17]

The singer's second EP, *Like You Want To* was released in November 2015.[18] The EP was rated by AllMusic's Neil Yeung at three-and-a-half stars out-of five, which he described as, "a fun and carefree quartet of atmospheric pop... a promising start for the young singer, whose sunburned throwback pop displays a maturity well beyond her years."[19] The title single was issued earlier in that month, which peaked at #82 on the ARIA Singles Chart.[16][20] "Like You Want To" ranked at number 107 in Triple J's Hottest 200 of 2015[17] and was then certified Gold by ARIA in 2020.[21]

### 2017–2018: *Hotel*

Main article: [Hotel (Kita Alexander song)](/source/Hotel_(Kita_Alexander_song))

Alexander's third EP, *Hotel*, was released in April 2017.[22] The title single peaked in the top 60 on the ARIA Singles Chart in November after charting in the related ARIA Hitseekers Singles Chart for over 20 weeks.[16] It was certified platinum, for shipment of 70,000 units, by [Australian Recording Industry Association](/source/Australian_Recording_Industry_Association) (ARIA) in February 2018[23][24] and 2× platinum in 2020.[25]

"[Hotel](/source/Hotel_(Kita_Alexander_song))" came in at #196 in Triple J's [Hottest 200 of 2017](/source/Triple_J_Hottest_100%2C_2017).[26]

### 2019–2021: "Between You & I" and "Against the Water"

Main article: [Between You & I (song)](/source/Between_You_%26_I_(song))

In May 2019, Alexander released "[Between You & I](/source/Between_You_%26_I_(song))", which samples [Tears for Fears](/source/Tears_for_Fears)' 1985 song [Everybody Wants to Rule the World](/source/Everybody_Wants_to_Rule_the_World).[27] "Between You & I" polled at #179 in [Triple J](/source/Triple_J)'s [Hottest 200 of 2019](/source/Triple_J_Hottest_100%2C_2018)[28] and was certified Gold in 2020.[21]

In February 2020, Alexander released "Against the Water".[9] The song references her partner [Owen Wright](/source/Owen_Wright_(surfer))'s brain injury (which occurred while surfing competitively Pipeline on the North Shore of Hawaii) and Alexander's subsequent withdrawal from touring in order to nurse him back to health.[9]

### 2022: *The One*

On 11 March 2022, Alexander released "Run" in which she disavows an unhealthy relationship and sings of finding the courage to break free and is the first taste of a forthcoming EP, due in 2022.[29]

On 19 August 2022, Alexander released "Ocean Blue".[30]

On 4 November 2022, Alexander released "Memories of You", the fourth single from her fourth EP, *The One*, scheduled for related on 17 November 2022.[31] "Memories of You" reckons with trauma of sexual abuse to which Alexander says, "I hope that the men who listen to this song will digest it's [*[sic](/source/Sic)*] true meaning and have it in the back of their heads, on repeat, always".[31]

### 2023-2024: *Young in Love*

Main article: [Young in Love](/source/Young_in_Love)

In March 2023, Alexander announced details of her debut headline tour in Australia and released "Queen".[32]

In November 2023, Alexander released "Best You Ever Had" and announced her debut album *[Young in Love](/source/Young_in_Love)*, which was released in March 2024.[33]

### 2025-present: *Rage*

In February 2026, Alexander announced the second album *[Rage](/source/Rage_(Kita_Alexander_album))* will be released on 26 June 2026.[34]

## Discography

### Studio albums

List of albums released, with year released and label details shown Title Details Peak chart positions AUS [35] Young in Love Released: 22 March 2024[33] Label: Warner Music Australia (5419784192) Formats: LP, Digital download, streaming 61 Rage Released: 26 June 2026[34] Label: Warner Music (2685472335) Formats: LP, Digital download, streaming TBA

### Extended plays

List of EPs released, with year released and label details shown Title Details Lion Hat Released: 29 March 2013[14] Label: Self-released Formats: Digital download, streaming Like You Want To Released: 27 November 2015[36] Label: Warner Music Australia (5419690082) Formats: Digital download, streaming Hotel Released: 7 April 2017[37] Label: Warner Music Australia Formats: Digital download, streaming The One Released: 17 November 2022[31] Label: Warner Music Australia Formats: Digital download, streaming

### Singles

List of singles, with year released, selected chart positions and certifications, and album name shown Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album AUS [16] NZ Hot [38] "My Own Way"[39] 2015 95 — Non-album single "Like You Want To" 82 — ARIA: Gold[25] Like You Want To "Damage Done"[40] 2016 — — ARIA: Gold[30] Hotel "Hotel" 2017 51 — ARIA: 2× Platinum[25] RMNZ: Gold[41] "Between You & I" 2019 — — ARIA: Gold[25] RMNZ: Gold[41] Non-album singles "Against the Water"[9] 2020 — — "I Miss You, I'm Sorry"[42] — — "Can't Help Myself"[43] — — "Run"[44] 2022 — — The One "Storm"[45] — — "Ocean Blue"[30] — — "Memories of You"[31] — — "Queen"[46][32] 2023 — — Young in Love "7 Minutes in Heaven"[47] — — "Date Night" (featuring Morgan Evans)[48] — 32 "Atmosphere" (with Fisher)[49] 68 10 ARIA: 2× Platinum[50] RMNZ: Platinum[41] TBA "Best You Ever Had"[33] — — Young in Love "All Night" (featuring Laurel)[51] 2024 — — "Zodiac"[52][53] — — "True" (with Cyril)[54] — 28 From Down Under "Press Pause"[55] 2025 — — Non-album single "I Don't Wanna Go Home"[56] — — "Around U" (with Peking Duk and Drax Project)[57] — 23 TBA "Bluray"[58] — — TBA "Rage"[34] 2026 — — Rage "The Good House"[59] — — "Tell My Friends" (featuring Christoper)[60] — — "Sentimental Letter"[61] — —

## Awards and nominations

### AIR Awards

The Australian Independent Record Awards (commonly known informally as [AIR Awards](/source/AIR_Awards)) is an annual awards night to recognise, promote and celebrate the success of Australia's Independent Music sector.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref. 2024 "Atmosphere" (with Fisher) Best Independent Dance, Electronica or Club Single Won [62]

### APRA Music Awards

The [APRA Music Awards](/source/APRA_Music_Awards) were established by [Australasian Performing Right Association](/source/Australasian_Performing_Right_Association) (APRA) in 1982 to honour the achievements of songwriters and music composers, and to recognise their song writing skills, sales and airplay performance, by its members annually.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref. 2025 "Atmosphere" with Fisher (Kita Alexander, Konstantin Kersting, Thoman Earnshaw,, Dominik Felsmann, Paul Fisher) Most Performed Dance/Electronic Work Nominated [63] 2026 "Press Pause" (Nikkita Wright, Annie Schindel, Kyle Shearer) Most Performed Pop Work Nominated [64]

### ARIA Music Awards

The [ARIA Music Awards](/source/ARIA_Music_Awards) are a set of annual ceremonies presented by [Australian Recording Industry Association](/source/Australian_Recording_Industry_Association) (ARIA), which recognise excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of the [music of Australia](/source/Music_of_Australia). They commenced in 1987.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref. 2024 Young in Love Michael Gudinski Breakthrough Artist. Nominated [65] "Atmosphere" with Fisher Best Dance/Electronic Release Nominated Song of the Year Nominated Fisher for "Atmosphere" by Fisher and Kita Alexander Best Produced Release Nominated 2025 "Press Pause" Best Pop Release Nominated [66] Kita Alexander – Tourism and Events Queensland: That Holiday Feeling (Publicis Worldwide) Best Use of an Australian Recording in an Advertisement Nominated

### Electronic Dance Music Awards

The [Electronic Dance Music Awards](/source/Electronic_Dance_Music_Awards) are presented by [iHeart Radio](/source/IHeart_Radio) and commenced in 2022.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref. 2024 "Atmosphere" (with Fisher) Dance Song of the Year Nominated [67]

### Queensland Music Awards

The [Queensland Music Awards](/source/Queensland_Music_Awards) (previously known as Q Song Awards) are annual awards celebrating [Queensland, Australia](/source/Queensland%2C_Australia)'s brightest emerging artists and established legends. They commenced in 2006.[68]

Year Nominee / work Award Result (wins only) Ref. 2024 "Atmosphere" with Fisher Highest Selling Single Won [69]

### Rolling Stone Australia Awards

The [Rolling Stone Australia Awards](/source/Rolling_Stone_Australia_Awards) are awarded annually by the [Australian edition](/source/Rolling_Stone_Australia) of *[Rolling Stone](/source/Rolling_Stone)* magazine for outstanding contributions to popular culture in the previous year.

Year Nominee / work Award Result Ref. 2024 "Atmosphere" with Fisher Best Single Nominated [70]

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1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-rage_34-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-rage_34-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-rage_34-2) LAUREN MCNAMARA (20 February 2026). ["Kita Alexander Announces Second Album *Rage*, Shares Title Track"](https://au.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/kita-alexander-second-album-rage-title-track-released-91334/). *[Rolling Stone Australia](/source/Rolling_Stone_Australia)*. Retrieved 21 February 2026.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-35)** ["Veronicas land in top 10"](https://www.aria.com.au/charts/news/veronicas-land-in-top-10). [Australian Recording Industry Association](/source/Australian_Recording_Industry_Association). 29 March 2024. Retrieved 29 March 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-LYWT_36-0)** ["Like You Want To – EP by Kita Alexander on Apple Music"](https://music.apple.com/au/album/like-you-want-to-ep/id1050156671). *Apple Music AU*. 27 November 2015. Retrieved 14 May 2016.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-37)** ["Hotel – EP by Kita Alexander on Apple Music"](https://music.apple.com/au/album/hotel-ep/id1221508816). *Apple Music AU*. 7 April 2017. Retrieved 3 May 2017.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-38)** Peaks on the NZ Hot Singles Chart: - "Date Night": ["NZ Hot Singles Chart"](https://aotearoamusiccharts.co.nz/archive/hot-singles/2023-09-01). [Recorded Music NZ](/source/Recorded_Music_NZ). 7 August 2023. Retrieved 5 August 2023. - "Atmosphere": ["NZ Hot Singles Chart"](https://aotearoamusiccharts.co.nz/archive/hot-singles/2023-09-15). Recorded Music NZ. 21 August 2023. Retrieved 19 August 2023. - "True": ["NZ Hot Singles Chart"](https://aotearoamusiccharts.co.nz/archive/hot-singles/2024-09-13). Recorded Music NZ. 19 August 2024. Retrieved 16 August 2024. - "Around U": ["NZ Hot Singles Chart"](https://aotearoamusiccharts.co.nz/archive/hot-singles/2025-10-10). Recorded Music NZ. 10 October 2025. Retrieved 10 October 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-39)** ["My Own Way – Single by Kita Alexander on Apple Music"](https://music.apple.com/au/album/my-own-way-single/1004574924). [Apple Music](/source/Apple_Music). 26 May 2015. Retrieved 3 May 2020.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-40)** Hohnen, Mike (12 December 2016). ["Premiere: Kita Alexander tags Aussie pro surfer for 'Damage Done' music video"](https://musicfeeds.com.au/news/kita-alexander-tags-aussie-pro-surfer-damage-done-music-video). *[Music Feeds](/source/Music_Feeds)*. Retrieved 3 May 2020.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Radioscope_41-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Radioscope_41-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-Radioscope_41-2) ["New Zealand single certifications – Kita Alexander"](https://www.radioscope.co.nz/2024/00/00/single-cert-search/). Radioscope. Retrieved 22 May 2026. *Type*Kita Alexander*in the "Search:" field and press Enter.*

1. **[^](#cite_ref-42)** Langford, Jackson (26 June 2020). ["Kita Alexander drops new song 'I Miss You, I'm Sorry'"](https://musicfeeds.com.au/news/kita-alexander-drops-new-song-i-miss-you-im-sorry/). *[Music Feeds](/source/Music_Feeds)*. Retrieved 26 June 2020.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-CHM_43-0)** Brereton, Greta (9 October 2020). ["Kita Alexander shares new single "Can't Help Myself""](https://www.nme.com/en_au/news/music/kita-alexander-shares-new-single-cant-help-myself-2777024/). *[NME Australia](/source/NME_Australia)*. Retrieved 7 December 2020.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-44)** ["New Aus Music Playlist ADDITIONS – 11/03/22"](https://musicfeeds.com.au/features/new-aus-music-playlist-our-favourite-tunes-of-the-week-97/). *Music Feeds*. 11 March 2022. Retrieved 14 March 2022.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-45)** Ross, Anna (9 June 2022). ["Kita Alexander bares all in heartfelt new single 'Storm'"](https://www.nme.com/en_au/news/music/kita-alexander-bares-all-in-heartfelt-new-single-storm-3243045). *[NME](/source/NME)*. Retrieved 4 November 2022.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-46)** ["Kita Alexander returns with dance floor anthem 'Queen'"](http://www.womeninpop.com/news-home/kita-alexander-returns-with-dance-floor-anthem-queen). *Women in Pop*. 12 April 2023. Retrieved 24 March 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-NM090623_47-0)** ["Sam Smith, Madonna & More: This Week's Best New Music"](https://themusic.com.au/news/sam-smith-madonna-more-this-weeks-best-new-music/nVwjsbCzsrU/09-06-23). *[The Music](/source/The_Music_(magazine))*. 9 June 2023. Retrieved 9 June 2023.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-48)** ["Kita Alexander and Morgan Evans Have a Country 'Date Night'"](https://au.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/kita-alexander-morgan-evans-date-night-single-48829/). *[Rolling Stone Australia](/source/Rolling_Stone_Australia)*. 28 July 2023. Retrieved 31 July 2023.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-49)** ["Fisher joins forces with Kita Alexander for sizzling summer hit 'Atmosphere'"](https://weraveyou.com/2023/08/fisher-kita-alexander-atmosphere/). We Rave You. 11 August 2023. Retrieved 13 August 2023.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-ARIA25s_50-0)** ["ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2025 Albums"](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/orr9fphn3kyhykimwm11l/ANd1-yerJr4k8Jls_6CmF8I/2025%20Album%20Accreditations.pdf?rlkey=b5et6u9n5p7f3gkxgmqhivbyf) (PDF). [Australian Recording Industry Association](/source/Australian_Recording_Industry_Association). Retrieved 2 September 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-51)** ["Kita Alexander All Night (feat. LAUREL) \[Official Audio\]"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6OHaAJUJ9A). *[YouTube](/source/YouTube)*. 1 February 2024. Retrieved 5 February 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-52)** ["zodiac is out now"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMu_WSILFt0). 22 March 2024. Retrieved 23 March 2024 – via [YouTube](/source/YouTube).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-53)** ["Singles Added to Radio This Week"](https://www.aumreport.com/Chart_News.html). *AUM Report*. 22 March 2024. Retrieved 23 March 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-54)** ["Today, Australian breakout producer Cyril and Australian pop artist Kita Alexander release their irresistible collaboration "True""](https://www.instagram.com/p/C-cKolMSJck/). 9 August 2024. Retrieved 12 August 2024 – via Instagram.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-55)** ["Kita Alexander Shares Healing Single "Press Pause""](https://au.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/kita-alexander-press-pause-73546/). *[Rolling Stone Australia](/source/Rolling_Stone_Australia)*. 6 March 2025. Retrieved 10 March 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-56)** ["Kita Alexander launches new single "I Don't Wanna Go Home" ahead of her Press Pause Australian tour"](http://www.womeninpop.com/news-home/kita-alexander-launches-new-single-i-dont-wanna-go-home-ahead-of-her-press-pause-australian-tour?srsltid=AfmBOorc3yzA3KOBfxo5zYIGHrKtTtQO-r_sKQ5Se2bkVv-Q2xlNqEdx). *Women in Pop*. 11 July 2025. Retrieved 13 July 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-57)** ["Around U is the latest Coke Studio collaboration between dance legends Peking Duk, pop star Kita Alexander and Kiwi four-piece Drax Project"](https://www.coca-cola.com/au/en/offerings/coke-studio/new-music). *Coca-Cola*. 3 October 2025. Retrieved 6 October 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-58)** ["Fresh Tracks The latest tunes worth checking out"](https://www.outinperth.com/fresh-tracks-the-latest-tunes-worth-checking-out-77/). *Out in Perth*. 4 December 2025. Retrieved 6 December 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-59)** ["Kita Alexander releases new single "The Good House" from upcoming second album *RAGE*"](http://www.womeninpop.com/news-home/kita-alexander-releases-new-single-the-good-house-from-upcoming-second-album-rage?srsltid=AfmBOopgjvzrni0wbT0D-WwWjMPKKCBEK9Lyab2UidPB1p6rbG3X_y7W). *Women in Pop*. 27 March 2026. Retrieved 28 March 2026.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Tell_My_Friends_60-0)** ["Pop powerhouse Kita Alexander releases new single "Tell My Friends" featuring Christopher"](https://twntythree.com/pop-powerhouse-kita-alexander-releases-new-single-tell-my-friends-featuring-christopher/). *Twnty Three*. 24 April 2026. Retrieved 24 April 2026.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-61)** [""Sentimental Letter" is the latest track taken from Kita Alexander's upcoming sophomore album, *RAGE*, out Friday 26 June via Warner Music Australia"](https://www.thenote.com.au/news/kita-alexander-drops-new-single-sentimental-letter). *thenote*. 22 May 2026. Retrieved 24 May 2026.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-AIR_2024_noms_62-0)** ["2024 AIR Awards Nominees: Genesis Owusu, Cub Sport, RVG, Teen Jesus & More"](https://themusic.com.au/industry/2024-air-awards-nominees-genesis-owusu-cub-sport-rvg-teen-jesus-more/3f1j8fDz8vU/14-05-24). *[The Music](/source/The_Music_(magazine))*. 14 May 2024. Retrieved 16 May 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-APRA25_noms_63-0)** ["2025 APRA Music Awards Nominees Include Kevin Parker, King Stingray, Missy Higgins, Tones And I, and Troye Sivan"](https://www.noise11.com/news/2025-apra-music-awards-nominees-include-kevin-parker-king-stingray-missy-higgins-tones-and-i-and-troye-sivan-20250402). *noise11*. 2 April 2025. Retrieved 3 April 2025.

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1. **[^](#cite_ref-ARIA_2025_Noms_66-0)** ["ARIA Award nominations 2025: Ninajirachi, Dom Dolla, Amyl & The Sniffers lead the pack"](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-25/aria-award-nominations-2025-aria-nominees-full-list/105815074). Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). Retrieved 26 September 2025.

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1. **[^](#cite_ref-68)** ["About the Queensland Music Awards"](https://www.queenslandmusicawards.com.au/about). *Queensland Music Awards*. Retrieved 21 March 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-69)** ["Cub Sport, Jem Cassar-Daley & Joff Bush Win Big At 2024 Queensland Music Awards"](https://themusic.com.au/industry/cub-sport-jem-cassar-daley-joff-bush-win-big-at-2024-queensland-music-awards/WYznTUxPTnE/17-04-24). *[The Music](/source/The_Music_(magazine))*. 17 April 2024. Retrieved 18 April 2024.

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## External links

- [Official website](http://kitaalexander.com/)

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