The first set of The Voice Australia Season 12 contestants were revealed in the first episode of the show on Sunday 6 August 2023.
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The Voice Australia Season 12 Contestants
Below are all The Voice Australia Season 12 contestants in 2023, their names, and pictures (photos).
Etienne Steven
Etienne Steven is a singer from Brisbane, Queensland.
She is 19 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Etienne Steven performed her own rendition of “Savage Love” by Jason Derulo.
Etienne received four chair turns from the coaches, plus a standing ovation from the audience and coaches.
She joined Team Jason.
Ethan Beckton
Ethan is 18 years old.
He is a landscaper, singer, and songwriter from Lisarow, New South Wales.
During the blind auditions, Ethan performed his own rendition of “Jealous” by Labrinth.
He joined Team Jason.
Chris Watson
He is 53 years old.
Chris Watson is a postman from Whittlesea, Victoria.
He entered himself into The Voice Australia to inspire his daughter, Shanae Watson, who had lost her love for music to follow her passion.
Shanae Watson is also a contestant on The Voice Australia Season 12 in 2023.
During the blind auditions, Chris performed “Jessie’s Girl” by Rick Springfield.
Chris Watson did not turn any chairs.
Overnight
Overnight is a boy band from Wollongong, New South Wales.
The band is made up of five friends; Tyler (18), Kye (17), Harry (18), Jai (17), and Emerson (18).
For their Blind Audition, Overnight performed “Larger Than Life” by Backstreet Boys.
Overnight then received four chair turns from the coaches and a standing ovation from everyone inside the arena.
Coach Rita Ora BLOCKED Jason Derulo but the band chose to join Team Guy.
Ben Esber
Ben Esber is a singer from Sydney, New South Wales.
He is 22 years old.
He went to Toongabbie Christian College in Toongabbie, Sydney.
For his Blind Audition, Ben performed his own rendition of “Unholy” by Sam Smith featuring Kim Petras.
He left The Voice Australia Season 12 coaches feeling very ‘Unholy’ after listening to his incredible voice.
He received four chair turns from the coaches and a standing ovation from the audience and coaches.
Ben joined Team Rita.
Shanae Watson
She is 21 years old.
Shanae Watson is a singer from Melbourne, Victoria.
Shanae had not applied to audition on The Voice Australia Season 12, but the producers of the show allowed her to audition at the request of the coaches.
This was after her father, 53-year-old Chris Watson, a postman from Whittlesea, auditioned in the blinds this season and revealed his reason for entering the competition to the coaches.
For her Blind Audition, Shanae performed “Chandelier” by Sia.
She then received four chair turns from the coaches and a standing ovation from the audience and coaches.
Shanae joined Team Guy.
Andrew Taylor Knight
Andrew Taylor Knight is a singer and model from New South Wales.
He is 24 years old.
For his Blind Audition, he performed an operatic classic, “Largo Al Factotum” by Gioachino Rossini.
He received two chair turns from the coaches, Jason Derulo and Rita Ora.
He also received a standing ovation from the audience.
Andrew joined Team Jason.
Calista Nelmes
Calista Nelmes is a singer and model.
For her Blind Audition, she performed “Remember” by Becky Hill and David Guetta.
She got four chair turns from the coaches plus a standing ovation from the audience and coaches.
Coach Jason Derulo used a BLOCK in order to entice Calista to join his team.
Calista joined Team Jason.
Levi X
Levi X is a singer from Brisbane, Queensland.
He is 15 years old.
For his Blind Audition, Levi X performed “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes.
He got two chair turns from coaches, Rita Ora and Jason Derulo.
Levi X joined Team Rita.
Ezra Williams
For her Blind Audition, Ezra Williams performed “About Damn Time” by Lizzo.
She got two chair turns from coaches, Jessica Mauboy and Rita Ora.
Ezra Williams joined Team Jess.
Garret Lyon
For his Blind Audition, Garret Lyon performed “Leave (Get Out)” by JoJo.
He did not get any chair turns from the coaches.
Gezel Bardossi
Gezel Bardossi is a highly talented singer and actress from New South Wales.
She is 12 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Gezel performed “Chain Of Fools” by Aretha Franklin.
She stunned The Voice Australia Season 12 coaches with a mature voice that did not match her age during the Blind Auditions.
Bardossi’s electrifying and mature sound left the coaches’ panel in disbelief.
She received four chair turns from the coaches and a standing ovation.
Gezel Bardossi joined Team Rita.
Bella Mackenzie
Bella Mackenzie is a country music singer from Mackay, Queensland.
She is 18 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Bella performed “Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swift.
She got all four chair turns from the coaches and joined Team Guy.
Tiarose Burgess
She is 20 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Tiarose performed “Rich Girl” by Daryl Hall and John Oates.
She turned just one chair from coach Jessica Mauboy, thereby joining Team Jess.
Michaela Jayde
Michaela Jayde is a soul/RnB vocalist from Melbourne, Victoria.
She is 35 years old.
She actually comes from a family of singers where she was the backing vocalist for her successful songwriter brother.
For her Blind Audition, Michaela performed “Who’s Lovin’ You” by The Jackson 5.
She got four chair turns from all the coaches and chose to join Team Guy.
Chris Hodder
Chris Hodder is a retired army veteran from Canberra.
He is 60 years old.
For his Blind Audition, Hodder performed “Stand by Me” by Ben E. King.
He did not receive any chair turns from the coaches, thereby bringing an end to his yet-to-start journey on The Voice Australia Season 12.
Charlette Ginu
For her Blind Audition, Charlette performed “Lean On” by Major Lazer and DJ Snake featuring MØ.
She got three chair turns from coaches, Jason Derulo, Guy Sebastian, and Rita Ora.
Charlette Ginu chose to join Team Jason.
Dillon Rhodes
He is 33 years old.
For his Blind Audition, Dillion performed “Play That Funky Music” by Wild Cherry.
He got all four chair turns from the coaches and chose to join Team Jess.
Maree Mamalis
She is 17 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Maree performed “Listen Before I Go” by Billie Eilish.
She got all four chair turns from the coaches, but Jason Derulo BLOCKED Guy Sebastian.
Maree Mamalis chose to join Team Jason.
Tarryn Stokes
Tarryn Stokes is a singer, songwriter, session vocalist, and vocal coach from Whittlesea, Victoria.
She is 40 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Tarryn performed “She Used To Be Mine” by Sara Bareilles.
She got four chair turns from the coaches and joined Team Rita.
Alex Jeans
He is 30 years old.
For his Blind Audition, Alex performed “Never Tear Us Apart” by INXS.
He got two chair turns from coaches, Jason Derulo and Jessica Mauboy.
Alex Jeans chose to join Team Jason.
Gilbere Gassin
He is 70 years old.
For his Blind Audition, Gilbere performed “La Vie En Rose” by Édith Piaf.
He did not turn any of the coaches’ chairs.
Nick Cunningham
He is 31 years old.
For his Blind Audition, Nick performed “Down Under” by Men at Work.
He turned all four coaches’ chairs and decided to join Team Rita.
Jessica Luxx
She is 34 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Jessica performed “Edge of Seventeen” by Stevie Nicks.
She did not turn any of the coaches’ chairs.
Sean Millis
Sean Millis is 22 years old and he is from Melbourne, Victoria.
For his Blind Audition, Sean performed “7 Years” by Lukas Graham.
He got two chair turns from coaches, Rita Ora and Jessica Mauboy.
Sean Millis chose to join Team Jess.
Robbie Hunt
He is 18 years old.
For his Blind Audition, Robbie performed “Forget Me” by Lewis Capaldi.
He was able to turn all four coaches’ chairs and also received a standing ovation.
Robbie Hunt joined Team Guy.
Nyree Huyser
She is 37 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Nyree performed “Stone Cold” by Demi Lovato.
She was able to turn all four coaches and received a standing ovation.
She joined Team Rita.
Caitlyn Bamber
She is 16 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Caitlyn performed “Before I Go” by Guy Sebastian.
She turned three coaches’ chairs, Jason Derulo, Jessica Mauboy, and Guy Sebastian.
Bamber joined Team Jason.
Hayley Parker
She is 38 years old.
For her Blind Audition, Hayley performed “Holding Out for a Hero” by Bonnie Tyler.
She did not turn any coaches’ chairs and therefore bowed out of the competition.
Sihana Haxhnikaj
She is 16 years old.
For her Blind Audition tonight, Sihana performed “Nothing Breaks Like A Heart” by Mark Ronson featuring Miley Cyrus.
She turned just one coach’s chair, Rita Ora, thereby joining Team Rita.
Saba Saliba
For the Blind Audition, Saba performed “Disco Jesus”, an original song.
Saliba did not turn any coach and therefore exited the competition.
Maz Green
For her Blind Audition, Maz performed “Snap” by Rosa Linn.
She received four chair turns from the coaches and joined Team Guy
David Aumua
He is 24 years old.
For his Blind Audition, David Aumua performed “You Say” by Lauren Daigle.
He turned all four coaches with Guy Sebastian being BLOCKED by Jessica Mauboy.
He joined Team Jess.
Tee and Raye
Tee & Raye are cousins from Victoria.
For their Blind Audition, the duo performed “Don’t Let Go (Love)” by En Vogue.
They turned all four coaches’ chairs and then joined Team Jason.
Scotty Mack
For his Blind Audition, Scotty Mack performed “Footloose” by Kenny Loggins.
He did not turn any chairs from the coaches.
Jade Taunton
For her Blind Audition, Jade performed Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide”.
She turned all four coaches’ chairs and then joined Team Jess.
Hugo Allison
For his Blind Audition, Hugo performed “Missing Piece” by Vance Joy.
Hugo Allison did not get any chair turns from the coaches.
Ebony Ruth
For her Blind Audition, Ebony Ruth performed “Sorry Not Sorry” by Demi Lovato.
Ebony did not secure any chair turns from the four coaches.
Evie Ember
For her Blind Audition, Evie Ember performed “Domino” by Jessie J.
Evie was not able to turn any chairs from the coaches.
Jaxson Cornell
For his Blind Audition, Jaxson performed “I Fall Apart” by Post Malone.
His performance turned just one coach, Guy Sebastian.
He joined Team Guy.
Cruize Karaitiana
For his Blind Audition, Cruize Karaitiana performed “Carry On” by Kygo featuring Rita Ora.
He managed to turn two chairs, coaches, Jessica Mauboy and Rita Ora.
Cruize joined Team Rita.
Giaan Jordan
Giaan Jordan is a singer from Ipswich, Queensland.
For her Blind Auditions, Giaan performed “True Colours” by Cyndi Lauper.
She was able to turn three coaches, Guy Sebastian, Rita Ora, and Jessica Mauboy.
She joined Team Jess.
Marley Sola
For his Blind Audition, Marley Sola performed “Ribbon In The Sky” by Stevie Wonder.
He turned all four coaches’ chairs and joined Team Guy.
Jade Talbot
For her Blind Audition, Jade performed “It’s All Coming Back To Me Now” by Celine Dion.
She turned just one coach, Jason Derulo, and therefore joined Team Jason.
Gabby Asta
For her Blind Audition, Gabby Asta performed “She’s All I Wanna Be” by Tate McRae.
Gabby received two chair turns from coaches, Guy Sebastian and Rita Ora.
Gabby chose to join Team Rita.
The Bushwackers
For the Blind Audition, The Bushwackers performed “I Am Australian” by The Seekers.
They managed to turn all four coaches’ chairs and also received a standing ovation for their performance.
The Bushwackers chose to join Team Jess.
Elsa Marilyn
For her Blind Audition, Elsa performed “Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell.
She turned all four coaches’ chairs and also received a standing ovation.
Elsa Marilyn chose to join Team Rita.
Ali Skiba
Ali Skiba performed “Sound Healing (Improv)”, an original.
She did not turn any of the coaches’ chairs thereby ending her journey on The Voice Australia Season 12.
Elly Poletti
For her Blind Audition, Elly performed “Million Reasons” by Lady Gaga.
She managed to turn all four coaches’ chairs in addition to receiving a standing ovation for her incredible performance.
Elly Poletti chose to join Team Guy.
Jaydean Miranda
For his Blind Audition, Jaydean performed “Want To Want Me” by Jason Derulo.
Jaydean managed to turn all four coaches’ chairs and chose to join Team Guy.
Zac & Eliza
Zac and Eliza are siblings from Victoria.
For their Blind Audition, they performed “From This Moment On” by Shania Twain.
Zac and Eliza did not turn any chairs.
Libby Worboys
For her Blind Audition, Libby Worboys performed “Maniac” by Michael Sembello.
Libby was able to turn three chairs of coaches, Guy Sebastian, Jessica Mauboy, and Rita Ora.
Libby Worboys chose to join Team Guy.
Jake Lyle
For his Blind Audition, Jake Lyle performed Frank Wildhorn’s “This Is the Moment” from the musical, Jekyll & Hyde.
Jake did not turn any chairs.
Sam Harper
For his Blind Audition, Sam Harper performed “Late Night Talking” by Harry Styles.
Sam did not secure any chair turns from the coaches.
Jomeca Lafaialli
For her Blind Audition, Jomeca performed “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell.
This DJ from Sydney did not get any chair turns.
Brenda Bressed
Brenda Bressed is a drag queen from Melbourne, Victoria, widely known for her incredible live vocals and stunning performances.
She has performed on stages in some of Melbourne’s best queer venues including Pride of our Footscray, The 86, The Victorian Pride Centre, Mollie’s Bar and Diner, Evie’s Disco Diner, Jono’s Piano Bar, God’s Kitchen Mornington, The Red Hill Hotel, Bunjil Place, Speakeasy Kitchen Bar, and The Amazing Grace Cranbourne.
For the Blind Auditions, Brenda Bressed belted out “Strong Enough” by Cher.
Brenda managed to turn two coaches’ chairs, Rita Ora and Guy Sebastian.
Brenda Bressed chose to join Team Rita.
Trisha Godinet
For her Blind Audition, Trisha Godinet performed “At Last” by Etta James.
She managed to turn all four coaches’ chairs with her remarkable performance.
Trisha Godinet chose to join Team Jess.
Christian Ellis
For his Blind Audition, Christian Ellis performed Tina Turner’s “Simply The Best”.
Ellis managed to turn three coaches’ chairs; Rita Ora, Jason Derulo, and Jessica Mauboy.
He joined Team Jason.
Liana Perillo
For her Blind Audition, world-renowned harpist, Liana Perillo, performed “Strong” by London Grammar.
She did not turn any chairs from the coaches and therefore did not progress on the show.
Emily Kate
For her Blind Audition, singer Emily Kate performed “Iris” by Goo Goo Dolls and received four chair turns from all the coaches.
She joined Team Rita.
Georgios Atsalis
For his Blind Audition, Georgios Atsalis performed “Stay With Me” by Sam Smith.
He failed to secure any chair turns from the coaches.
Bronte Horswood
For her Blind Audition, Bronte Horswood performed “Express Yourself” by Madonna.
This professional clown from New South Wales did not secure any chair turns from the coaches.
Josh Tribuzio
For his Blind Audition, Josh Tribuzio performed “Ghost” by Justin Bieber.
Josh did not turn any chairs.
Topanga Lyla
For her Blind Audition, Topanga Lyla performed “Midnight Sky” by Miley Cyrus.
Topanga did not get any chair turns from the coaches.
Ben Rainford
For his Blind Audition, Ben Rainford performed “Songbird” by Fleetwood Mac.
Ben did not get any chair turns from the coaches.
Kai Lloyd-Jones
For his Blind Audition, this teenager from New South Wales performed “My My My!” by Troye Sivan.
Kai Lloyd-Jones got no chair turns from the coaches.
Charlie Pittman
For his Blind Audition, Charlie Pittman performed “How Do I Say Goodbye” by Dean Lewis.
He turned three coaches’ chairs namely; Jessica Mauboy, Guy Sebastian, and Jason Derulo. Rita Ora couldn’t turn because her Team was already full.
Charlie Pittman joined Team Guy.
Shyjana
For her Blind Audition, Shyjana performed “Castles” by Freya Ridings.
She got two chair turns from coaches Jason Derulo and Jessica Mauboy.
Shyjana then joined Team Jess.
Grace Callaghan
For her Blind Audition, Grace Callaghan performed “Beauty and The Beast” from Beauty & The Beast Movie.
She did not get any chair turn from the coaches.
Dan Daniels
For his Blind Audition, Dan Daniels performed “Ring Of Fire” by Johnny Cash.
Dan got two chair turns from coaches, Jason Derulo and Jessica Mauboy.
Dan Daniels chose to join Team Jess.
Callum Warrender
For his Blind Audition, Callum performed “The Impossible Dream” by Josh Groban.
He got two chair turns from coaches, Jessica Mauboy and Jason Derulo.
Callum Warrender joined Team Jason.
Candice Casagrande
For her Blind Audition, Candice Casagrande performed “Fields of Gold” by Sting.
She did not get any chair turns.
Chloe Thomson
For her Blind Audition, Chloe Thomson performed “My Sharona” by The Knack.
She did not secure any chair turns from the coaches.
Harry
For his Blind Audition, Harry performed “Lovely” by Billie Eilish and Khalid.
He did not secure any chair turns.
Renee
For her Blind Audition, Renee performed “Dangerous Woman” by Ariana Grande.
She did not turn any chairs.
Nenah Jones
For her Blind Audition, Nenah Jones performed “Heroes” by David Bowie, as a dedication to her brother Marcus who was diagnosed with cancer last year.
Nenah got a chair turn from Jessica Mauboy and joined Team Jess.
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Can you please let me know where this contestant is from that performed the sound therapy using bowls she did not turn a chair ,but would still love to follow here
@melodiousyogi on Insta 🙂
Who was the lady that audioten doing the sound therapy bowls .she didn’t turn a chair but would still love to follow here
The lady is called Ali Skiba, she’s a medicine woman from Sydney.