Karissa Ella

Karissa Ella is one of country music’s most exciting rising voices. Praised by Billboard, CMT, PEOPLE, and more, she’s become known as a powerhouse vocalist with an undeniable stage presence. Her latest EP, Growing Wings, showcases her vulnerability and growing artistic depth, earning acclaim from fans and critics alike.
With three EPs Karissa Ella, Blossom, and It’s Personal, she’s built a reputation for authentic storytelling that resonates. From heartfelt favorites like “I Hope Heaven’s Like” and “Mamas Do” to crowd-pleasers like “Well Tequila” and “Honky Tonk Heartbeat,” Karissa captures the full range of human emotion.
A Belmont University alum, she has shared the stage with major acts including Martina McBride, Tyler Hubbard, and David Nail, and recently opened for chart-toppers Carly Pearce, Dierks Bentley, and Zach Top. With performances at festivals across the country and momentum rising quickly, this Ohio-born talent is making her mark in Nashville and she’s only getting started.