Tina Arena, AM, is an iconic Australian singer-songwriter, record producer, actress and performing artist. Voted Australia’s greatest female singer of all time, her powerful voice remains unparalleled after 40 years in the industry.
Tina Arena’s remarkable career began in 1974 as a contestant on Australia’s beloved TV variety show Young Talent Time. Tiny Tina with the big voice quickly became a fan favourite and holds the record for being YTT’s longest serving cast member. Tina’s time on YTT saw her hone her craft and blossom into one of the world’s most consummate performers.
A career paved with extraordinary achievements and highlights – Tina is the only Australian artist to have gold or platinum album releases in every decade since the 1970s. Tina’s second studio album Don’t Ask, sold over 2 million copies worldwide and reached a record 10 x platinum in Australia. This history making album won Tina both song and album of the year at the Australian Record Industry Awards in 1995. An absolute first for an Australian female artist.
In November 2015, Tina was inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. Tina’s supreme vocal skill and creativity has provided for a diverse body of work ranging from musical theatre, to classical, rock, pop, dance and beyond.
With 10 million records sold worldwide, several ARIA awards, 2 world music awards, an ALMA award, 12 studio albums, 4 live albums, 4 compilations, 45 singles, 36 music videos and a best-selling autobiography under her belt, Tina has no plans to slow down. Her presence continues to shape the Australian musical landscape, with her music delicately weaved into the fabric of Australia’s cultural identity.
