Lisa Richards


International Singer–Songwriter | 8 Albums | Folk-Rooted, Jazz-Shaded, Fiercely Original

Booking & EPK: booking@lisarichardsmusic.com

About the Artist

Lisa Richards is an Australian singer‑songwriter whose original songs blend folk, roots, and jazz‑infused storytelling with emotional clarity and vocal precision. Her performances are both intimate and commanding — immediate in their connection, lasting in their impact.

Her work is anchored in honest lyricism and lived experience, and her voice carries stories that resonate long after the final note. Whether on a mainstage, in a listening room, or a black‑box venue, Lisa engages audiences with authenticity, wit, gravitas, and vulnerability.

Her catalogue spans eight albums, and her songs explore themes of resilience, imperfection, survival, and the everyday human journey.

Artist’s Story & Stage Presence

Lisa Richards doesn’t just play songs — she detonates expectations.

Not every artist sounds like a poet raised on punk or a songwriter with a jazz ghost living in her guitar. Lisa doesn’t just perform songs — she detonates expectations with a stage presence that feels intensely present, honest, and unfiltered.

She has sung her way through life’s challenges — grief, shame, recovery, reinvention — and this depth imbues her music with both empathy and truth. Her songs meet listeners where they are and guide them somewhere unexpected.

Whether it’s a festival field or a black‑box theatre, Lisa holds the audience’s attention with material that lands in the gut and stays in the heart.

Live Performance Formats

Live Performance Formats

  • Solo: vocals + guitar – compelling, versatile, and venue-friendly
  • Trio: vocals, guitar, upright bass + optional violin/percussion
  • Set Lengths: 30–90 minutes
  • Available Add-ons: songwriting workshops, story circles, artist talks

Ideal for: festival stages, arts programming, theatre series, unplugged showcases, and curated lineups.

Notable Festival & Stage Appearances

Lisa’s international performance history includes appearances at major music gatherings, demonstrating her capacity to engage diverse audiences and fit into eclectic lineups:

  • Telluride Bluegrass Festival (USA)
  • Kerrville Folk Festival (USA)
  • MerleFest (USA)
  • Rocky Mountain Folks Festival (USA)
  • SXSW (Austin, TX)
  • CMJ (New York City, NY)
She has also performed in respected venues across the US, Europe, and Australia.

Press Quotes & Testimonials

“Lisa Richards has one of the most expressive and unique voices I’ve ever encountered.”
— G. Maida, WCVE FM

“A truly stunning piece of narrative art.”
— Rhythms Magazine

“Her honesty transforms strangers into friends.”
— Irene Karpathakis, NYC

“Richards is a simple yet powerful songwriter who has beautifully encapsulated the intricacies of the human condition.”
— Emily Ritchie, The Australian
“You think you know what’s coming — then she quietly dismantles expectation.” — Maria Mesa, Austin Daze
“A captivating performer… a songwriter’s songwriter!” — Peter Cutler, Fiddlers Crossing
“An unforgettable performance that holds the air and stays with you.” — Michael Fine, Booking Manager 

Booking Lisa Richards

Whether you’re curating a full-season lineup or filling a last-minute slot, Lisa Richards delivers.

Ideal for:
✦ Folk / jazz / roots / singer–songwriter festivals
✦ Black-box & theatre series
✦ Storytelling, literary & writers events
✦ Listening rooms, showcases, curated bills

Why book Lisa?
Low-maintenance. High-impact. Emotionally engaging. Critically acclaimed.

 Bookings & tech specs: booking@lisarichardsmusic.com

 EPK:  https://lisarichardsmusic.com/press-kit

Tech rider available on request.