JOYCE PRESCHER
Dutch-born and Melbourne-based, Joyce Prescher is a quietly commanding voice in the Australian folk and Americana scene. Known for her introspective songwriting and poetic lyricism, she crafts slow-burning songs that reveal their depth gradually – shaped by her European roots and a gift for subtle, evocative storytelling.
Her music explores themes of love, loss, identity, and belonging, delivered with haunting clarity and melodic sensitivity. With two acclaimed albums – Home and 2022’s Out of My Mind – Joyce has earned chart success (ARIA and AIR) and praise for her lyrical depth and calm intensity.
Joyce’s recent collaborations with Lachlan Bryan – reimagined versions of cult European tracks My Heroics and Nothing Really Ends – highlight her strength as both a curator and interpreter, breathing new life into songs from her youth and connecting her roots with the Australian folk landscape.
Live, Joyce is a captivating performer. Whether solo or with her band, her shows are immersive and emotionally resonant – music that lingers long after the final note.
A two-time finalist at the Australian Folk Music Awards, Joyce continues to forge a quietly powerful path through the folk and Americana scenes in Australia and beyond.