Tarryn Stokes
Tarryn Stokes | |
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| Born | January 5, 1983 Australia |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, vocal instructor |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Known for | Winner of The Voice Australia (season 12) |
Tarryn Stokes (born 5 January 1983) is an Australian singer-songwriter who secured victory in the twelfth season of The Voice Australia on 8 October 2023. Her triumph awarded her $100,000 along with a recording contract through Universal Music Australia. At 40 years old, she stands as the oldest champion in the show's history since it began in 2012.
2018: All Together Now
In 2018, Stokes finished as the runner-up on Australia's version of All Together Now, achieving a flawless score of 100 during the final round.
She released the single "Thunder" in November 2019. Later, in October 2022, she was featured as the lead vocalist on Blue Sky Walking’s track "Heart of Australia".
2023: The Voice Australia
During the twelfth season of The Voice Australia, Stokes auditioned with Sara Bareilles' "She Used to Be Mine," capturing the attention and approval of all four coaches—Guy Sebastian, Jess Mauboy, Jason Derulo, and Rita Ora. Opting to join Team Rita, she ultimately emerged as the winner on 8 October 2023.
| Episode | Song | Original Artist | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audition | "She Used to Be Mine" | Sara Bareilles | Advanced |
| Callbacks | "The Winner Takes It All" | ABBA | Advanced |
| Battles | "Alone" | Heart | Advanced |
| Sing-Offs | "Anyone" | Demi Lovato | Saved by Coach; advanced |
| Semi Final | "The Scientist" | Coldplay | Saved by Coach; advanced |
| Grand Final | "All by Myself" | Eric Carmen | Winner |
| "The Best" (with Rita Ora) | Tina Turner |
After winning, Stokes released an EP titled The Complete Collection, comprising five tracks including her winner’s single "Nobody." She explained that the song transcends a typical breakup theme—it addresses leaving behind harmful relationships and listening to one’s own voice, with the intention of empowering her audience.
Personal life
Residing in Whittlesea, Victoria, Stokes works professionally as a vocal instructor. She is married to Paul and they have two children together.
Extended plays
| Title | Details |
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| The Complete Collection |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Thunder" | 2019 | Non-album singles |
| "Hero" (Joe Romeo featuring Tarryn Stokes) |
2022 | |
| "Our King Will Come" (Joe Romeo featuring Tarryn Stokes) |
2022 | |
| "Heart of Australia" (Performed by Tarryn Stokes) |
2022 | |
| "Nobody" | 2023 | The Complete Collection |