The Far South Coast singer/songwriter has spent much of her life travelling the country, surrounded by the sounds of her father, renowned Indigenous musician Mark Atkins.

Atkins’ love of music was evident from a young age, with music and song her innate form of expression.

“Ever since I was little I used to write songs to my brothers to tell them if they annoyed me,” Atkins said. “I’m better at expressing myself through music than through conversation.”

Drawing on life experience for inspiration, Atkins said her songs were often a reflection of what she was feeling and learning at different times.

“A lot of my music comes from my world around me and how I see it through my own eyes,” she said. “Whether it’s got to do with nature, a feeling or an emotion I might have. They’re just stories of how I see my world.”

After a break from the music scene to develop Indigenous education programs, Atkins is eager to share her original melodic sounds on the Granite Town stage.

“I’ve only just started getting back into the music five to six months ago and it’s been a slow progression. I’m pumped to get back into it again,” she said.

“Getting back on the stage mingling with wonderful people … I’m very excited.”

Granite Town will be held on September 23 at Moruya Racecourse.