Ronan Keating Calls This Year's The Voice Australia Contestants the Best He's Ever Worked With
So, Ronan Keating is back as a coach on The Voice Australia, and he’s absolutely buzzing about this season. You know, Ronan’s journey has been quite the ride—from auditioning as a teenager for Boyzone to becoming an international music star, and now mentoring fresh talent on TV. After nine years away from the Australian version, he’s returned with a ton of experience, having coached on The Voice in the UK and Germany. But here’s the thing: he says this year’s group of singers is hands down the best he’s ever worked with across all the shows.
What makes this season so special? Ronan shared that the combination of talent, legendary status, and the fun vibe among the coaches is just incredible. He’s working alongside longtime friends Melanie C—yes, the Spice Girl—and Richard Marx, who he’s collaborated with for over 20 years. Plus, there’s Kate Miller-Heidke, an Aussie artist bringing a unique folk flavor that really stands out. Ronan even joked about how their musical styles might blend on tour, calling it “Folk Up”—a fun pop-folk mix.
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Despite all his years in the industry, Ronan remains humble and focused on what really matters in a performer. He emphasized that success isn’t just about having a great voice. It’s about having character and a unique sound that you can immediately recognize on the radio. He wants artists who stand out—not just by copying trends or social media fads but by being original. His advice? Don’t follow the crowds, because by the time you do, it’s already too late.
On a personal note, Ronan’s connection to Australia runs deep. His wife, Storm, is Australian, and they share two kids, Cooper and Coco, who have grown up loving the Aussie lifestyle—especially weekends at “nippers,” a popular kids’ surf lifesaving activity. Ronan told how Sydney feels like a home away from home, and he’s always excited to return for family time and work.
Looking back, Ronan reflected on his career’s highs and lows, including a recent documentary that revisited his Boyzone days. He acknowledged how the music world has changed dramatically since the late 90s when he released hits like When You Say Nothing At All . Still, he remains passionate about supporting new talent and enjoying every moment of his journey.
With a world tour planned for next year and a busy family life, Ronan Keating’s blend of experience, warmth, and genuine enthusiasm makes him a perfect mentor for this season of The Voice Australia. And if his praise for the contestants is anything to go by, this year’s show is definitely one to watch.
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