In a fresh wave of excitement for fans of The Voice Australia , the upcoming season promises to deliver an electrifying mix of talent and star power with new coaches Guy Sebastian and LeAnn Rimes joining the show. The 13th season, set to premiere on August 19th at 7:30 pm on the Seven Network, introduces a dynamic panel of judges including Sebastian, Rimes, Adam Lambert, and Kate Miller-Heidke, each bringing their unique flair to the coaching roles.
Guy Sebastian, who first gained national fame by winning Australian Idol in 2003, has a seasoned perspective on what it takes to succeed in the music industry. Despite his considerable success since winning Idol, including his representation of Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest and performances for iconic figures like Oprah Winfrey and Queen Elizabeth II, Sebastian emphasizes that victory on a TV talent show is just the beginning of a much larger journey.
Sebastian reflects on his career, highlighting that after winning Idol, he never rested on his laurels. Instead, he embraced a mindset of continuous learning and growth. “After winning Idol, I never had the mentality: ‘OK, I’m all set!’” Sebastian shares. “I wanted to be a sponge, learn as much as I could and run with it.” His advice to aspiring contestants on The Voice is to seize every opportunity and understand that the competition is just the starting point. “You have to work harder than ever before,” he asserts, noting that the music industry has evolved significantly since his Idol days. “It’s not the landscape anymore where you’re young and you get signed – and then there’s this whole department that is just focused on creating an aura or an album or a sound for you.”
Joining Sebastian on the panel is country music legend LeAnn Rimes, who brings nearly three decades of experience in the music industry. Having achieved fame at just 13, Rimes understands the challenges of navigating the spotlight from a young age. “I had such a soft spot for them, because I know what it’s like to be in their shoes,” Rimes explains. Her goal is to mentor the contestants by teaching them to advocate for themselves and stand up if they feel uncomfortable. Rimes, new to the TV judging scene, has been guided by Sebastian, who praises her nurturing approach towards the contestants. “LeAnn was very nurturing and very protective of a lot of the young ones,” Sebastian notes.
As the new season gears up, Sebastian acknowledges that social media has transformed how emerging artists build their careers. Platforms like TikTok and YouTube now offer a wealth of opportunities for young talent to showcase their skills and connect with audiences directly. “It has made it so accessible for kids to get out there and really learn everything, even right down to recording themselves and producing tracks,” he says.
With a mix of seasoned industry veterans and fresh perspectives, this season of The Voice Australia is set to be an engaging spectacle. As fans anticipate the premiere, both Sebastian and Rimes are poised to offer invaluable insights and guidance to the next generation of musical talent.
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