The Herd is an Australian hip hop group formed in Sydney in 2001. The group is notable for their incorporation of live instrumentals and politically charged lyrics into their sound, making them a distinct presence in the Australian music scene. Among the band's eight members, rappers Urthboy and Ozi Batla are particularly well-known, each having successful solo careers. The Herd's most influential work may be their 2008 album, "Summerland," which reached number 7 on the ARIA Albums Chart.