Joseph Douglas, aka ‘Joey Leigh Wagtail’, is an 893rd-generation Dunghutti man and a profoundly gifted singer-songwriter. Blending folk, heavy blues, and country music into an emotive and soul-stirring sound, Joey’s music is a testament to his cultural heritage and artistic depth. His lyrics delve into the human experience, offering an experience that tears your heartstrings and then stitches them back together again.
For Joey, creativity is both a compulsion and a calling—a way to connect with the universe and inspire others to embrace their own artistry. Describing songwriting as a practice of seeking answers from the depths of his heart to the farthest reaches of the universe, Joey believes in the transformative power of music. As a father, Joey sees this passion reflected in his young daughter, whose uninhibited imagination inspires him daily.
Joey’s artful storytelling and raw authenticity have earned him acclaim, most notably during his standout performance at BIGSOUND 2023, where he performed with a dynamic band of musicians; Scott Owen from The Living End, Matt Tonks, Brad Collins, Vena Klymo and his brother Nathan Douglas. Since then Joey has been playing festivals such as Tamworth Country Music Festival, The Gumball, Dashville Skyline and Saltwater Freshwater Festival, as well as working our releasing his debut album “Delusions of Grandeur”, planned for release in 2025.
