Allysha Joy Is Intent On Using Her Music To Help Her Community

After falling ill, singer-songwriter Allysha Joy found refuge in music, using her platform as a solo artist and as a member of her band 30/70 to bring "challenge, light and love".

"My primary purpose is to be a channel of thought for myself and for those that have no voice or platform to speak," Joy muses. "My mission is to create change within myself that will resonate within [our] community and beyond. I wish to speak of the darkness, to bring it light."

Since being "born again" through 30/70, Joy has been "striving for communication and respect." Despite what some may say about Melbourne's music scene, Joy believes that it is — for the most part — accommodating and encouraging. "The Melbourne scene is thriving!" Joy insists, "So many incredible acts and it is mostly really supportive."

"There is of course still room for improvement, but I believe a heightened sense of responsibility as musicians and as a community to speak out, be inclusive and to make change, is growing."

At any given opportunity, Joy uses her time on stage to create a thought-provoking environment, asserting that she "will always attempt to create a strong connection, be truthful and present and create a space that is engaging, challenging and nurturing".

While one of Joy's favourite moments touring isn't necessarily crazy, it does reflect the fondness she has for her bandmates. "Driving to Here's To Now festival in Adelaide with a crew of 11 and swimming under moonlight in a still beach, greeted with champagne and a killer sunset. Definite highlight!"