Payton Joy Singer. Songwriter. Performer. NWA based country-rock artist.
Bringing healing through cathartic music,
best known for empowerment
and resurrecting vibes.
Meet Payton Joy.
Who I Am.
Inspiring. Local. Live. Performer.
Inspiring. Local. Live. Performer.
Payton Joy has a rich, gritty, emotionally honest sound that blends country roots with 90s alt-rock energy. Her powerhouse vocals bring a message of raw healing, and her storytelling skills connects audiences.
Her originals include "The Youngest Woman (Who Ever Lived)", "hope ur happy", "Good Riddance", "Annabelle", "shut me out", and "N
Payton Joy has a rich, gritty, emotionally honest sound that blends country roots with 90s alt-rock energy. Her powerhouse vocals bring a message of raw healing, and her storytelling skills connects audiences.
Her originals include "The Youngest Woman (Who Ever Lived)", "hope ur happy", "Good Riddance", "Annabelle", "shut me out", and "Not Lonely (Just Alone)".
Payton Joy can be found on all streaming platforms and most social's. She is most active on Instagram and TikTok, but is also on Facebook and YouTube.
All Social Media sites are @paytonjoyofficial.
Inspiring. Local. Live. Performer.
Inspiring. Local. Live. Performer.
Inspiring. Local. Live. Performer.
Music has been incredibly healing for me, and that's my goal with my songs. I'm Unfiltered. Unpretty. Unapologetic.
It's an honor to be able to perform live. There's nothing like the vibration of music, so come join me. I perform solo acoustic shows, and also have best band to light the stage up with. All my gigs are on the FB events calendar, and I try to add them below.
#joyride
Inspiring. Local. Live. Performer.
#joyride
I'm real. I'm imperfect. Take me as I am.
Playing live I will bring the energy, probably hit a note wrong, not be pitch perfect... but I will be a connectable genuine force that invites you in. My community calls this the "joy ride".
My fans have created a drinking game for my live shows. Every time I drop a guitar pic, y'all take a drink
I'm real. I'm imperfect. Take me as I am.
Playing live I will bring the energy, probably hit a note wrong, not be pitch perfect... but I will be a connectable genuine force that invites you in. My community calls this the "joy ride".
My fans have created a drinking game for my live shows. Every time I drop a guitar pic, y'all take a drink. So if you hear someone yell "Cheers" and start toasting, jump in on the action.
Exciting things going on.
Available now everywhere!
My single, "The Youngest Woman (Who Ever Lived)" is now available on all streaming platforms! Help me out as an independent artist by:
1) Playing my song all the way through
2) Like it
3) Follow me
4) Create playlists with my song in with your favorite music and 5) SHARE with anyone and everyone!
Official Music Video
It's here... I am the youngest woman, who ever lived.
Thanks to everyone who came out to Downtown Bentonville and the Bentonville Taproom to film this gem. And thank you to Colin Sanders for nailing my vision!
New Music Dropped!
Sad girl era starts now. "hope ur happy", out September 29th.
These lyrics poured straight out of the broken pieces of my heart, and I can't wait for it to be yours.
I was honored to have Chris Arcana join me in studio for my background vocals/harmony. Chris, you're incredible. Thank you.
Official Music Video
"hope ur happy" is layered with so many emotions and videographer Colin Sanders helped me nail it once again.
This one was filmed Downtown Fayetteville and at the legendary George's Majestic Lounge. Special thanks to my actors Jayden G. and Sam Calden.
Nashville's Music Scene Magazine July 2025 Edition
Nashville’s Music Scene Magazine showcases the hottest rising artists, industry stories, and behind-the-scenes access to Nashville’s booming music scene, and I'm honored to be in their July 2025 edition! The magazine is available for purchase online at Amazon.
Arkansas Music Award 2025 Finalist, twice nominated!
So humbled to have been nominated in two different categories! Best Country/Folk Artist NWA, and Best Rock Artist NWA! It's an honor to even have my name in the same category as these other incredibly talented artists! See you at the awards ceremony on December 5th!
My people.
Meet my backing band, introducing...
shredding on lead guitar: Bob Breazeal
slappin' da bass: Philip Denton
backup vocals & acoustic guitar: Chloe Larabee
and the one & only drummer: Tony Castaldi
They are going to rock your world.
It's an honor to be on the #joyride and jam with them.
T-Shirts for sale
It's official, my merch table is up and running. I'm not gonna lie, my lighters are my favorite. Bring a couple extra bucks to a gig to grab one, or you can Venmo me as well.
Lighters: $3.00 Coozie: $5.00
Personal Fan: $3.00 T-shirts : $25.00
And as always - stickers are free.
So grab your favorite and spread the joy.
Thanks for being on this #joyride with me. My goal is for us to all be in this together, feeling the feels. So let's Cry It Out, then burn it down. We can all be the Phoenix rising from the ashes.
I have a limited release of t-shirts! They are Comfort Colors shirt in the color pepper, with this logo.
What t-shirt would you like to see next?!
I host a monthly Open Mic Night!
Join me Downtown Bentonville, on the square, at Bentonville Taproom, now on the first Wednesday of every month from 7pm-9pm as I host the Open Mic night. All artists are welcome! Musicians, come play 3 songs. Comedians/Poets, do a12 minute set. A big thanks to Charles and Bentonville Taproom for their continued support of local live music!
Our next full band show:
Join Payton and her full backing band for 3 hours with some of your favorite covers, from Alanis and Avril to Foo Fighters and Katy Perry (iykyk). Plus, her originals will have you leaning in. Hit her up with any requests. Join the #joyride fans. This community comes ready to toast and cheer each time she drops a guitar pick! This free event is thanks to JJ's Grill!
