Roo AOTD #53 Ziggy Alberts

By Daniel Karasek | March 27, 2025

All aboard the hype train for Bonnaroo 2025! Only 77 days until we are all on the Farm again, can you believe it? It’s coming up fast and we can’t wait to be dancing with all of you at Bonnaroo! Today’s Artist of the Day is the one and only Ziggy Alberts. Learn more about the artist below. Don’t forget to check out all of our artist spotlights! Thank you for reading these posts!

Artist Biography

Ziggy Alberts, born in 1994 in Australia, is an artist whose trajectory combines raw sincerity and an unwavering commitment to environmentalism. Raised on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, he was homeschooled until the age of 13, which allowed him to nurture a deep connection to nature—a relationship that resonates deeply within his music. Alberts first found his passion for music in 2010 when his parents gifted him a guitar, sparking a journey that would ultimately lead to an enduring career as a singer-songwriter and environmental advocate.

Alberts’ musical catalog is a reflection of his personal journey, his voice a conduit for the stories of love, introspection, and our fragile connection to the planet. He is the co-founder of Commonfolk Records, a platform that has allowed him to share his music globally and support fellow artists. His breakthrough came with Laps Around the Sun (2018), an album lauded for its raw honesty and the seamless blending of folk and pop influences. Tracks like “Gone” and “Runaway” showcased Alberts’ gift for storytelling, where each lyric is a blend of personal narrative and environmental consciousness, giving fans an intimate look at his world.

Beyond his music, Alberts has positioned himself as a vocal advocate for climate change awareness. His dedication to sustainability mirrors his artistic approach—he uses his platform not only to entertain but to inspire action. He remains deeply committed to ensuring that the preservation of the environment is always at the forefront of his endeavors, whether through his music, interviews, or the way he lives his life.

Alberts’ authentic approach to songwriting and his ability to resonate with fans has garnered him a dedicated, global following. His music isn’t just a reflection of his own life—it’s an invitation to consider the world around us and the future we wish to leave behind. As his career continues to flourish, Ziggy Alberts remains a vital figure in the folk-pop world, using his voice to advocate for a greener, more connected future.