Mitch Tambo Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Songs, Career, Awards

Mitch Tambo is an Australian singer, songwriter, and cultural ambassador of Indigenous heritage who first gained national attention in 2019 when he performed a bilingual version (English and Gamilaraay) of John Farnham’s “You’re the Voice” on Australia’s Got Talent.

Known for his fusion of traditional Aboriginal instruments such as the didgeridoo (yidaki) with contemporary pop and electronic elements, Tambo has become one of the most visible Indigenous performers in Australian mainstream music.

Profile

• Full name: Mitch Tambo
• Date of birth: July 20, 1990
• Age: 35 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Sydney, Australia
• State of origin: New South Wales, Australia
• Nationality: Australian
• Profession: Singer, songwriter, cultural practitioner, public speaker
• Height: 5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
• Weight: 165 lbs (75 kg)
• Eye color: Brown
• Hair color: Black
• Parents: Mother – Roz Parker
• Siblings: Two
• Spouse: Lele (Voice of Lele)
• Children: Four daughters
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Gamilaraay and Birri Gubba (Indigenous Australian heritage)
• Net worth: $1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Born on July 20, 1990, in Sydney, Mitch Tambo grew up in Tamworth, New South Wales, after his family relocated when he was about 18 months old.

Raised primarily by his mother, Roz Parker, Tambo’s upbringing was grounded in cultural pride and a reconnection with Gamilaraay identity.

His aunt, Bernadette Duncan, was also instrumental in teaching him traditional language and songlines.

He attended Oxley High School in Tamworth, where he developed an early passion for performance and storytelling.

Later, he earned a Bachelor of Social Work from RMIT University in Melbourne, complementing his work in youth programs and community development.

By his late teens, Tambo was already performing at local festivals and blending hip-hop and traditional Aboriginal rhythms — laying the foundation for his distinctive sound that would later bring him international attention.

Personal Life

Mitch Tambo is married to Lele (Voice of Lele), an artist and vocalist of Pacific Islander heritage who frequently collaborates with him musically.

Together, they have four daughters and live in Melbourne, Victoria.

Career

Mitch Tambo began performing in cultural showcases and Indigenous festivals around 2010, combining traditional Gamilaraay chants, didgeridoo performance, and modern beats.

His independent EP Guurrama-Li (2016) first introduced audiences to his sound.

His national breakthrough came in 2019 on Australia’s Got Talent, where his rendition of “You’re the Voice” captivated audiences and earned him a record deal with Sony Music Australia.

His unique bilingual performances brought attention to Indigenous languages and cultural preservation.

In 2020, he competed in Eurovision – Australia Decides with the song “Together”, placing fifth.

The track blended pop and traditional sounds and became an anthem for unity and empowerment.

Between 2021 and 2024, Tambo released several singles and collaborations, including:

“Come Together” (with Lee Kernaghan & Isaiah Firebrace, 2022)

“Yugal Yulu-gi” (2023), featured during NRL’s Indigenous Round

“Dreamtime Princess” and “LOVE” (2021–2023)

“Tambo Jamz Vol. 1” (2024), an instrumental fusion album blending didgeridoo with global rhythms

Beyond music, Tambo leads cultural programs such as the “I AM ME” schools tour, promoting identity, resilience, and cultural pride among youth.

He also hosts a digital interview and cultural platform called TAMBO TALK, launched in 2023.

Tambo is a recognized cultural consultant, often appearing at national events like NAIDOC Week, the National Indigenous Music Awards, and major sporting ceremonies, where he delivers performances blending ancient and modern Australian identity.

Awards

• Country Music Awards of Australia (2023): Nominated – Vocal Collaboration of the Year
• Country Music Awards of Australia (2023): Nominated – Heritage Song of the Year
• Music Victoria Awards (2023): Nominated – Best Pop Work
• Music Victoria Awards (2023): Nominated – MAV Diasporas Award
• National Indigenous Music Awards (2020): Nominated – New Talent of the Year
• Tamworth Aboriginal Cultural Award (2018): Winner
• NAIDOC Artist Recognition (2021): Honored for cultural contribution

Net Worth

Mitch Tambo’s estimated net worth is $1.5 million, derived from multiple revenue streams: music sales and streaming royalties, live performances and national tours etc.

Social Media

• Instagram: @mitchtambo
• TikTok: @mitchtambo
• YouTube: Mitch Tambo

Filmography

• Australia’s Got Talent (2019) – Finalist
• Eurovision – Australia Decides (2020) – Contestant
• The Sound (ABC Music Series, 2021–2024) – Performer
• Tamworth Country Music Festival Specials (2019–2025) – Performer

Discography

Albums:

• Tambo Jamz Vol. 1 (2024)

Extended Plays:

• Guurrama-Li (2016)

Singles:

• You’re the Voice (2019)
• Together (2020)
• Dreamtime Princess (2021)
• Come Together (2022)
• Yugal Yulu-gi (2023)
• Love (2023)
• Silent Night (Gamilaraay) (2020)
• My Island Home (2024)