Allysha Joy is a deeply-expressive singer, songwriter, producer & keys player hailing from Naarm/Melbourne, known for her solo work, as front woman for 30/70 and her expanding catalogue of collaborations over the years. A uniquely-talented artist, her husky soulful voice, formidable Fender Rhodes prowess and raw poeticism has garnered legions of attentive fans the world over.
As an integral performer in the modern day jazz-soul scene, previous support has included Gilles Peterson & Jamz Supernova (BBC 6 Music), Jamie Cullum (BBC Radio 2), China Moses (Jazz FM) & Laurent Garnier (PBBFrance), along with stations such as NTS, Lot Radio, KEXP, KCRW & FIP Radio and publications including OkayPlayer, Dazed and The Vinyl Factory
On the live circuit, Joy has performed alongside the likes of PJ Morton, Snarky Puppy, Ezra Collective, Jordan Rakei, The Teskey Brothers and KOKOROKO to name a few, as well as performing at notable festivals such as We Out Here, Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival and New York WinterJazz.
Allysha’s latest album, ‘The Making of Silk’ is her deepest work to date — an intimate, self-produced exploration into redefining love. Released on First Word Records and landing in Bandcamp’s top albums of the year as well as a nomination for Best Soul Artist of the Year by JazzFM. Allysha celebrated the release with a world tour including four shows at Tokyo’s Blue Note, a showcase at Brooklyn Jazz Festival, headline shows in India, North America, Australia and Europe as well as a sold out show at The Jazz Cafe, London. Her live performances at Maida Vale Studios for BBC6 and at Chicago’s Audiotree studios expanded the reach of her music resulting in an influx of praise and meditations on this deep work.
Allysha appears on releases from Classic Music, Rhythm Section, Brownswood and Tru Thoughts, while her 2018 debut album ‘Acadie : Raw’ on Gondwana Records won ‘Best Soul Album’ at the Music Victoria Awards, was nominated for ‘Best Jazz Album’ at the Worldwide Awards, and featured on Bandcamp’s Top Soul Albums of the year.
Allysha’s lyrics weave together a heartfelt mix of love, power, wonder, anger, faith and hope for change. An artist that presents a palette of intricate grace and optimism, whilst unafraid of adding uncomfortable truths. An incredible live performer; Allysha’s husky vocals sonically sync with her formidable Fender Rhodes playing, whilst her influences are a solid base of jazz, soul and R&B; all glazed with the unique sound the Melbourne / Narrm scene has become known for globally.
Allysha has a solo set, and will be playing with EX Ensemble.