Karise Eden
Karise Eden | |
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| Born | July 11, 1992 Gosford, New South Wales, Australia |
| Occupation(s) | Vocalist, songwriter |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Known for | Winner of the inaugural season of The Voice Australia (2012) |
Karise Eden (born 11 July 1992) is an Australian vocalist and songwriter who emerged as the winner of the inaugural season of The Voice Australia in 2012. Following her victory, she secured a contract with Universal Music Australia and launched her first single, "You Won't Let Me." Remarkably, this track was one of four songs simultaneously positioned within the top five of the ARIA Singles Chart—a milestone not seen since The Beatles' achievement in 1964. Her debut album, My Journey, released on 26 June 2012, comprised renditions from the show alongside new covers, debuting at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart and earning double platinum status.
Early life
Eden was born in Gosford, New South Wales, and grew up in Wyoming under the care of her single mother, Michele. From early childhood, she and her sister were involved in a foster care arrangement, frequently residing with 'aunty' Marilyn and 'uncle' Frank, both musicians who played a significant role in shaping her musical foundation. Eden faced familial difficulties and battled self-esteem challenges during her youth; she began self-harming at age 11 and was diagnosed with agoraphobia. She discontinued formal schooling at 12 years old, after which she discovered Janis Joplin’s music, which heavily influenced her singing style.
At age 13, Eden became a state ward under the Department of Community Services and spent much of her adolescence living in over twenty women's refuges. Throughout this time, her uncle Frank taught her to play guitar and introduced her to traditional folk and bluegrass genres. She later broadened her instrumental expertise to include double bass and banjo.
2012: The Voice Australia and My Journey
Eden auditioned for the premiere season of the Australian reality singing competition The Voice, making her debut on the first episode aired on 15 April 2012 with a rendition of James Brown's "It's a Man's World". All four coaches—Keith Urban, Seal, Delta Goodrem, and Joel Madden—turned their chairs within twelve seconds. Eden opted to join Seal’s team.[1]
During the Battle Rounds, she faced Paula Parore performing Amy Winehouse's "Back to Black", earning Seal’s choice to progress further. Her subsequent performances included Rebecca Ferguson's "Nothing's Real but Love", Fleetwood Mac's "Landslide", and Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah", all of which garnered praise from both coaches and viewers.[1]
In the grand final held on 17 June 2012, Eden showcased her original composition "I Was Your Girl" alongside a cover of Lorraine Ellison's "Stay with Me Baby". She was declared the winner on 18 June, debuting her single "You Won't Let Me" live for the first time. Her prizes included $100,000, a Ford Focus vehicle, and a recording deal with Universal Music Australia.[1]
Performances
| Stage | Song | Original artist | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blind Audition | "It's a Man's Man's Man's World" | James Brown | Joined Team Seal |
| Battle Rounds | "Back to Black" (against Paula Parore) | Amy Winehouse | Winner |
| Live Show Final, Part 1 | "Nothing's Real but Love" | Rebecca Ferguson | Public vote |
| Live Show Final, Part 3 | "Landslide" | Fleetwood Mac | Public vote |
| "Kiss From a Rose" (as part of Team Seal) |
Seal | ||
| Live Show Final, Part 5 | "Hallelujah" | Leonard Cohen | Seal's choice |
| The Live Finale, Part 1 | "Stay with Me" | Lorraine Ellison | Winner |
| "You Won’t Let Me" | Rachael Yamagata | ||
| The Live Finale, Part 2 | "Many Rivers to Cross" (with Seal) |
Jimmy Cliff | |
| "The Chain" | Fleetwood Mac |
Following her win, "You Won't Let Me" was made available digitally on 19 June 2012 and physically two days later. During the week commencing 25 June 2012, Eden remarkably held four spots within the top five positions on the ARIA Charts singles chart with "You Won't Let Me," "Stay with Me Baby," "Hallelujah," and "I Was Your Girl," marking the first time since The Beatles in 1964 that an artist achieved this feat. Additionally, she had eight tracks inside the ARIA top 50 that week. However, six songs exited the chart the following week—including "Stay with Me Baby," which plummeted from number one to number 54—the steepest drop from number one ever recorded on Australian charts. Multiple singles such as "You Won't Let Me" earned gold certification from ARIA for sales exceeding 35,000 units; meanwhile, "Hallelujah" was awarded platinum status for surpassing 70,000 copies sold.
Eden’s initial studio album My Journey, released on 26 June 2012, featured covers performed during The Voice, her original track "I Was Your Girl," along with additional covers like "The Weight" and "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay." The album debuted atop the ARIA Albums Chart where it remained for six consecutive weeks and achieved double platinum certification for sales exceeding 140,000 copies. It also attained number three on New Zealand’s Albums Chart and received gold certification from RIANZ for sales over 7,500 copies. To promote the album, Eden conducted instore appearances across various Westfield shopping centres in Australia and embarked on a national tour performing at churches and cathedrals in October 2012.
2013–2017: Things I've Done
In March 2013, Eden took the stage at the Bluesfest held in Byron Bay, New South Wales, performing alongside a variety of regional and international musicians. Her sophomore single, "Threads of Silence", which she co-wrote with Sacha Skarbek in London, was digitally released on 3 June 2013, coinciding with a live appearance on The Voice. This track reached number 19 on the ARIA Singles Chart.
The lead single from Eden's second album, Things I've Done, titled "Dynamite," was released on 12 September 2014 and attained a peak position of number 65. The full album was launched on 17 October 2014 and debuted at number five on the ARIA Albums Chart. The album’s second single, "Loneliness," which came out on 3 April 2015, did not enter the charts.
On 2 June 2015, Eden unveiled her rendition of The Shirelles’ "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow", which was utilized in promotional materials for the Nine Network drama series Love Child.
2018–2021: Born to Fight
October 2018 saw the release of Eden’s third studio effort, Born to Fight, an album that highlights her boldness and dedication to blues, rock'n'roll, and powerful ballads. Through this record, she sought to expose a different facet of her artistry beyond her signature soulful sound. The lead single "Temporary Lovers" appeared on 19 October 2018, ahead of the album’s full release on 23 November 2018.
2022: Into the Black
In January 2022, Eden revealed plans for her fourth studio album, Into the Black, further expanding her musical catalogue and industry footprint.
Artistry
Eden is proficient with multiple instruments including banjo, double bass, and guitar. Her musical style has been influenced by artists such as Janis Joplin, Axl Rose, Bon Jovi, and Amy Winehouse, shaping her unique sound.
Personal life
On 8 September 2014, Eden publicly shared news of her first pregnancy and later welcomed her son Blayden on 24 December 2014. In January 2018, she was admitted to hospital due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
Studio albums
| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Certifications | |
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| AUS | NZ | |||
| My Journey |
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1 | 3 | |
| Things I've Done |
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5 | — | |
| Born to Fight |
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37 | — | |
| Into the Black |
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— | — | |
| "—" indicates a release that did not chart in that territory. | ||||
Singles
| Title | Year | Highest chart rankings | Certifications | Album | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS | ||||||||
| "You Won't Let Me" | 2012 | 5 |
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My Journey | ||||
| "Threads of Silence" | 2013 | 19 | Template:Non-album single | |||||
| "Dynamite" | 2014 | 65 | Things I've Done | |||||
| "Loneliness" | 2015 | — | ||||||
| "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" | 93 | Template:Non-album single | ||||||
| "Temporary Lovers" | 2018 | — | Born to Fight | |||||
| "Gimme Your Love" | — | |||||||
| "Born to Fight" | — | |||||||
| "Gone" | 2022 | — | Into the Black | |||||
| "Wild Hearts" | 2024 | — | Template:Non-album single | |||||
| "—" indicates a track that did not enter the charts. | ||||||||
Promotional singles
| Title | Year | Highest chart rankings | Certifications | Album | |
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| AUS | NZ | ||||
| "It's a Man's World" | 2012 | 21 | — |
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My Journey |
| "Back to Black" | 36 | — | |||
| "Nothing's Real but Love" | 9 | — |
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| "Landslide" | 14 | — |
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| "Hallelujah" | 2 | 35 |
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| "I Was Your Girl" | 3 | 36 |
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| "Stay with Me Baby" | 1 | 25 |
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| "—" signifies a song that did not chart in the respective country. | |||||
Album appearances
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Red-Suited Super Man" (featuring Rod Stewart) |
2012 | Merry Christmas, Baby |
Music videos
| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| "You Won't Let Me" | 2012 |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Category | Award | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ARIA No. 1 Chart Awards | "My Journey": No. 1 Album | |
| "Stay with Me Baby": No. 1 Single |