ELLA HOOPER

Ella Hooper is an iconic Australian singer-songwriter who first shot to fame as the vibrant frontwoman of Killing Heidi. The teenage band from country Victoria defied the odds, dominating the early 2000s with a No.1 album, multiple hit singles, sold-out tours, and Rolling Stone covers. Ella made history as the first woman and youngest person to win APRA’s Songwriter of the Year Award.

Now an acclaimed solo artist, Ella’s genre-spanning work—across synth folk, rock, country, and Americana—has further cemented her legacy. Her latest album, Small Town Temple, written in her hometown of Violet Town during a time of deep personal loss, has been lauded for its raw emotion, authenticity, and distinctive Australiana perspective. The record debuted at No.1 on the Australian Country chart and was nominated for the Australian Music Prize.

Currently in her “country era,” Ella is working on a new album with Grammy-winning Nashville collaborators including Jim Lauderdale, Steve Poltz, and Clare Reynolds. With her trademark candour and charisma, she continues to push boundaries while staying rooted in heartfelt storytelling.