The long story…

LJ Parks is a Tasmanian troubadour with a powerful voice, dynamic guitar riffs and playfully wry lyrics. Her music combines elements of contemporary folk, outlaw country and alternative rock with roguish charm and whimsical irreverence.

Born and raised on the coast of Victoria, LJ was drawn to the convict city of nipaluna (Hobart) to be immersed in its natural surroundings, history and creative community. She completed a Bachelor of Music (Hons) at the University of Tasmania and is a graduate of the CMAA Academy of Country Music in Tamworth.

LJ has performed at many esteemed festivals across Australia’s east coast - from the depths of Tasmania’s Huon Valley to the northern tropics of Queensland.

2024 was full of highlights for LJ. She received of the Emerging Artist Award at Cygnet Folk Festival, was a featured Future Folk Artist at Port Fairy Folk Festival and finished as a top 10 finalist in the Gympie Music Muster Talent Search. She was also nominated for Youth Artist of the Year in the Australian Folk Music Awards for the second year in a row.

In 2025 LJ will be venturing to the far reaches of Western Australia for the first time for, as well as Tamworth Country Music Festival.

LJ has released two EPs into the world, the most recent of which was recorded and produced alongside ARIA award winning artist and producer Monique Brumby. She is currently working on some exciting new music...