The Namby Pamby is composed of sisters McKenna and Emily Parks and their longtime friend Payton Knerr. All coming from musical backgrounds, quality time and a passion for their craft ultimately brought the Fort Wayne-based trio together late 2021 before coming to life in their January 2022 live debut. 

The sound of this feminine folk phenomenon is emotionally driven, and often defined by nuanced vocals, experimental chords, and jazz-like drumming that orbits arresting lyrics. A shared small town Indiana charm channels into each nearly tangible story, unionizing their individual musicianship and permitting a continuous expansion on their inimitable style. 


After charming audiences with their captivating live performances, The Namby Pamby joined forces with all-analog producer Jason Davis at Off the Cuff Recording Studio. Lead singles Chardonnay and Poached Egg resonated with a wide audience of listeners who anticipated their full potential, ultimately satisfied by the group’s November 2022 debut of Marketplace. In all of its warm-hearted nature, the Parks sisters and Knerr have put together a record that is subtle, strikingly vulnerable, and wholly engaging.

Bio by Jaymee Gallagher