Flashback to 2013: a 10-year-old Ella, armed with a mini guitar and a purple notebook, began writing songs in her bedroom. Little did she know, just over a decade later, she’d be travelling across Australia, performing at major festivals, supporting Australian icons, and releasing her debut EP. Her dark, intuitive and soulful persona has drawn comparisons to the likes of Kacey Musgraves, Caitlyn Smith, and Megan Moroney.
Ella made her mark in 2019 by winning the People’s Choice Award at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, and this year, she’s returning as a Toyota Star Maker Grand Finalist—joining the ranks of country music greats like Kaylee Bell and Keith Urban.
Ella’s deep love and appreciation for the art of song-writing took root in her early childhood, which was spent amidst the serene English countryside. She fondly recalls family car journeys soundtracked by legends like Eva Cassidy, The Beatles, and Oasis. Inspired by these musical icons, young Ella began saving every coin she could to buy CDs from the local shop, igniting a lifelong passion for music.
Since then, Ella’s debut EP, ‘The End of the Beginning’ has surpassed half a million streams, earning spots on major Spotify and Apple Music playlists while steadily climbing multiple charts. Her music celebrates life’s authentic moments, from the joys of self-discovery to the bitter lessons of heartbreak. Ella’s emotive vocals, delicate harmonies and heartfelt lyrics leave a lasting and unforgettable impression.
Powell has emerged into 2025 with a brand new image. No more crowns and no more fairytales, the country pop princess is a thing of the past. Now it is just her, the darkness and the unshakable truth she has found within.
