Folk

A native of the rugged north of Iceland, troubadour and storyteller Svavar Knútur has dedicated his life to exploring the human condition through the lens of his country's dark and often tragic history and unique melodies and narrative style. Channelling the angst ridden serenity of long dark winters and the ...

Merseyside hero Ian Prowse is a guitarist, singer-songwriter, and frontman of Amsterdam and previously the frontman of indie cult band Pele. Raised on protest songs, influenced by the Celtic sounds that make Liverpool so unique, and inspired by the song writing craftsmanship of Paul Weller, Mike Scott, Bruce Springsteen and ...

Around About Dusk are an adventurous musical project creating original songs with influences ranging from musette, New Orleans jazz and blues, old-time and European folk and roots traditions, brought to life with eclectic instrumentation and rich vocal harmonies. Haunting melodies, tightly woven harmonies and stories of wonder, nature, and humanity, ...

SykesMartin is the exciting collaboration from two of British folk's finest voices. Miranda Sykes (Show of Hands) and Hannah Martin (Edgelarks, Gigspanner Big Band) join forces to present a set of songs that take them back to their shared roots. Having played together on numerous occasions, including in Steve Knightley's ...

Away from the clamour and energy of The Winter Yards Band, Steve Knightley’s spring tour reveals a very different side to his music. Sanctuary – Songs in Sacred Spaces is a calm, immersive and contemplative series of performances created specifically for churches, chapels and historic venues. Drawing on influences from ...

The Lost Trades are a Folk/Americana Trio, based in the West Country, with a cool Laurel Canyon vibe. With a sound that is reminiscent of the California folk scene of the late 60s/early 70s, their three part harmonies have been described as "flawless", "spine tingling" and "magical". After a global ...

“Brit folk's finest” – Mojo “A fine, no-nonsense interpreter of traditional music and an excellent songwriter” - The Guardian “Few are as adventurous and intriguing” – Songlines Bella Hardy, one of the most celebrated voices of modern folk, returns to the stage in 2026 ahead of the release of her ...

Alyssa and Doug Graham have spent most of their 37 years together making music. The New Jersey natives, who met in high school, traveled the world early on in a quasi-jazz band. One of the bands they frequently performed with in the jazz touring circuit included members of the GRAMMY-nominated ...

Transatlantic singer-songwriter Ilana Zsigmond AKA St. Catherine’s Child, is one of the rising stars of the Indie Folk/Americana scene. She has played to entranced audiences both in the USA and UK. Having had interest from labels and publishers from both the UK and USA, she signed to TRO Essex Music ...

The Haar combines the staggering musicianship of Molly Donnery (vocals), Adam Summerhayes (fiddle), Murray Grainger (accordion) and Cormac Byrne (bodhrán). The Lost Day is a coming-of-age album, bursting with the poetic storytelling, heartbreaking remorse and hopeful anticipation that has become synonymous with The Haar’s authentic musical expression. Their honest, tender, ...

We welcome Young Martyrs home as their UK tour comes to a close. Playing songs from their brand new third album plus a handful of favourites from albums 1 & 2. They'll be supported by the fastest rising, hardest working act in the world of UK Americana, the brilliant True ...

This is a standing gig with chairs down both sides of the Auditorium The Leylines are a sonic force of nature. Hailing from the heart of the West Country, they've carved out a reputation as innovators of a sound that seamlessly weaves folk roots, indie charm, and the unbridled power ...

Prolific Scottish songsmith Tommy Ashby has spent his career refining a natural talent for capturing the innate beauty of everyday moments in a dulcet combination of ethereal sonics and hushed vocals. His fascination with the human relationship to sound saw him complete a PhD in Psychoacoustics, knowledge of which Tommy ...

Mark Waistell sang and played a bit as a student and then life and the necessity to earn a living stepped in and he didn’t pick up a guitar in earnest for 30-odd years. A desire to “have another go” led to a new guitar and after a period of ...

“Easily one of the UK’s best live bands” The Guardian Formed in 1990 Ezio are Singer/songwriter Ezio Lunedei and guitarist and best friend Booga (Mark Fowell). Since forming they’ve released many studio and live albums from the critically acclaimed Black Boots on Latin Feet( Arista/Ariola produced by the late Rupert ...

“Sun-shiny songs thriving on dark themes behind irresistible rhythms!” “If you were looking to mark your card for the End Of The World party, head to wherever Track Dogs are playing…” Americana UK Made up of two Irishmen, an Englishman and an American, the band create their own unique brand ...

The Tannahill Weavers are one of Scotland 's premier traditional bands. Their diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals and songs, and original ballads and lullabies. They have that unique combination of traditional melodies, driving rhythmic accompaniment, and rich vocals that make their performances unforgettable. Over the years the ...

"Committed and fascinating” BBC 6 Music's Cerys Matthews Filkin's Drift reimagine traditional melodies through pizzicato grooves, intricate guitar tunes, and boundless improvisation. Their 870 mile foot-powered-tour, described as 'committed and fascinating' by BBC 6 Music's Cerys Matthews, has recently propelled them into the spotlight. This radical approach to sustainable touring ...