What's On: coming up in England's Mid-West counties
Coming soon to a venue near you! Great live performances from some of our finest folk, acoustic and innovative artists in England's 'mid west'. We promote live music in Bath, Bristol, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Leamington, Newbury, Oxfordshire, Stratford-upon-Avon, North Somerset, Swindon and Worcestershire - or thereabouts. For tickets and more information of each gig, click on the orange website links. Looking for entertainment further afield? Then check out our nationwide music festivals listing page.
Thursday 19th May 2022 - The Show of Hands Duo Tour
The Huntingdon Hall, Crowngate, Worcester WR: Thursday 19th May 2022
Folk supergroup Show of Hands members Phil Beer and Steve Knightley are reuniting to perform on the neglected stages of the UK.
This duo show will captivate audiences with live renditions of award-winning hits and festival favourites, two years since the full band's concerts were cancelled due to Covid-19.
More than two decades on the road. 25 album releases. 2 Honorary Doctorates, 3 BBC Folk Awards, 4 Royal Albert Hall sell-outs. Tours in 14 countries from America to Australia.
The duo will perform a mouthwatering compilation of iconic signature tracks from the last 25 years, including their two Folk Award-winning songs, Arrogance Ignorance Greed (AIG) and Country Life. Fans will also be entertained by the band’s new lockdown-themed single The Best One Yet
For more information and tickets, visit worcestertheatres.co.uk/huntingdon-hall
Folk supergroup Show of Hands members Phil Beer and Steve Knightley are reuniting to perform on the neglected stages of the UK.
This duo show will captivate audiences with live renditions of award-winning hits and festival favourites, two years since the full band's concerts were cancelled due to Covid-19.
More than two decades on the road. 25 album releases. 2 Honorary Doctorates, 3 BBC Folk Awards, 4 Royal Albert Hall sell-outs. Tours in 14 countries from America to Australia.
The duo will perform a mouthwatering compilation of iconic signature tracks from the last 25 years, including their two Folk Award-winning songs, Arrogance Ignorance Greed (AIG) and Country Life. Fans will also be entertained by the band’s new lockdown-themed single The Best One Yet
For more information and tickets, visit worcestertheatres.co.uk/huntingdon-hall
Friday 20th May 2022 - Jacob & Drinkwater
The Limelight Sessions, The Guildhall, Gloucester GL1 1NS: Friday 20th May 2022
Chapel Arts, Lower Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1QR: Thursday 22nd September 2022
Tobias Ben Jacob and Lukas Drinkwater's music have been called 'stand out new folk' by BBC 6 Music and their live show described as intense and spellbinding by Folk Radio UK.
The duo performed their first gig together at Glastonbutry in 2014, and their emotionally charged and dynamic gigs have been likened to those of John Martyn and Danny Thompson. Their latest album, More Notes From The Field, (October 2021) explores the theme of music and friendship through song,
Written and developed remotely during their respective lockdowns in Poland and Gloucestershire, it is their most ambitious recording to date and has garnered excellent reviews from radio stations and music press alike.
For further information and full tour dates visit www.jacobanddrinkwater.com
Chapel Arts, Lower Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1QR: Thursday 22nd September 2022
Tobias Ben Jacob and Lukas Drinkwater's music have been called 'stand out new folk' by BBC 6 Music and their live show described as intense and spellbinding by Folk Radio UK.
The duo performed their first gig together at Glastonbutry in 2014, and their emotionally charged and dynamic gigs have been likened to those of John Martyn and Danny Thompson. Their latest album, More Notes From The Field, (October 2021) explores the theme of music and friendship through song,
Written and developed remotely during their respective lockdowns in Poland and Gloucestershire, it is their most ambitious recording to date and has garnered excellent reviews from radio stations and music press alike.
For further information and full tour dates visit www.jacobanddrinkwater.com
Wednesday 25th May 2022 - Nick Hart
Jam Jar, The Malt House, Little Ann Street, Bristol BS2 9EB: Wednesday 25th May 2022
Nick Hart is an award-winning singer and multi-instrumentalist whose work with English folk song is rapidly gaining him a reputation as one of the most acclaimed performers of his generation. His considered approach to accompaniment is informed by a deep respect for the nuances of traditional song and his his captivating live performances are a testament to the importance he places on story-telling.
Nick has released two solo albums, 'Nick Hart Sings Eight English Folk Songs' (2017) and Nick Hart Sings Nine English Folk Songs (2019), both to critical acclaim. His predictably titled third album is due for release in April 2022.
Nick has performed as an actor/musician, has worked as a composer/musical director for theatre, and is a sought after teacher and workshop leader.
For tickets and further information, visit nickhartmusic.com
Nick Hart is an award-winning singer and multi-instrumentalist whose work with English folk song is rapidly gaining him a reputation as one of the most acclaimed performers of his generation. His considered approach to accompaniment is informed by a deep respect for the nuances of traditional song and his his captivating live performances are a testament to the importance he places on story-telling.
Nick has released two solo albums, 'Nick Hart Sings Eight English Folk Songs' (2017) and Nick Hart Sings Nine English Folk Songs (2019), both to critical acclaim. His predictably titled third album is due for release in April 2022.
Nick has performed as an actor/musician, has worked as a composer/musical director for theatre, and is a sought after teacher and workshop leader.
For tickets and further information, visit nickhartmusic.com
Thursday 26th May 2022 - Fairport Convention
The Regal, Teme Street, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8AE: Thursday 26th May 2022
The Theatre, Spring Street, Chipping Norton: Sunday 29th May 2022
Fairport Convention has been entertaining music lovers for 55 years. During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes.
But one thing has remained the same - Fairport’s passion for performance.
Fairport Convention have won a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award and Radio 2 listeners voted their ground-breaking album Liege & Lief 'The Most Influential Folk Album of All Time'. Their story has been celebrated with television documentaries on BBC Four and Sky Arts.
The band features founding member Simon Nicol on guitar and vocals, Dave Pegg on bass guitar, Ric Sanders on violin, Chris Leslie on fiddle, mandolin and vocals, and Gerry Conway on percussion.
For tickets and further information www.fairportconvention.com
The Theatre, Spring Street, Chipping Norton: Sunday 29th May 2022
Fairport Convention has been entertaining music lovers for 55 years. During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes.
But one thing has remained the same - Fairport’s passion for performance.
Fairport Convention have won a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award and Radio 2 listeners voted their ground-breaking album Liege & Lief 'The Most Influential Folk Album of All Time'. Their story has been celebrated with television documentaries on BBC Four and Sky Arts.
The band features founding member Simon Nicol on guitar and vocals, Dave Pegg on bass guitar, Ric Sanders on violin, Chris Leslie on fiddle, mandolin and vocals, and Gerry Conway on percussion.
For tickets and further information www.fairportconvention.com
Friday 20th May 2022 - Cup O' Joe
Downend Folk Club, Christ Church, Downend BS16 5UF: Friday 20th May 2022
with support by Charlie Limm
Cup O’Joe is a progressive bluegrass and folk band founded in Northern Ireland by three siblings Tabitha, Benjamin and Reuben Agnew, later joined by Tabitha’s husband David Benedict.
Their unique mix of original compositions and re-imagined traditional songs paired with their lively performances has given them a growing presence in the acoustic music scene surrounding Ireland, The United Kingdom, Mainland Europe, and beyond.
"They make a truly gorgeous sound and play with such intuition as only a family can do.” - Cara Dillon
Opening the evening's entertainment in May will be Charlie Limm songwriter, singer, guitarist and flautist, currently based in Bristol.
For tickets and further information visit www.downendfolkclub.co.uk
with support by Charlie Limm
Cup O’Joe is a progressive bluegrass and folk band founded in Northern Ireland by three siblings Tabitha, Benjamin and Reuben Agnew, later joined by Tabitha’s husband David Benedict.
Their unique mix of original compositions and re-imagined traditional songs paired with their lively performances has given them a growing presence in the acoustic music scene surrounding Ireland, The United Kingdom, Mainland Europe, and beyond.
"They make a truly gorgeous sound and play with such intuition as only a family can do.” - Cara Dillon
Opening the evening's entertainment in May will be Charlie Limm songwriter, singer, guitarist and flautist, currently based in Bristol.
For tickets and further information visit www.downendfolkclub.co.uk
Saturday 21st May 2022 - Sunjay
Wychwood Folk Club, Tiddy Hall, Ascott-u-Wychwood OX7 6AG: Saturday 21st May 2022
with support by Katie Grace Harris
You could be forgiven for thinking at first listen that Sunjay is older than his 27 years. With a relaxed and confident manner, vocal style and mastery of his instrument he walks onto a stage and addresses the audience as though he is sitting down to play music with a group of close friends; a completely natural approach for a young man who picked up the guitar when he was just 4 years old and hasn’t put it down since. Sunjay’s style has that natural drift between folk and blues and both camps have recognised his obvious flair. There has been a clutch of award nominations, including winning the Wath Festival Young Performers Award. He also made the final selection for the BBC’s Young Folk Award in 2012, had three nominations at the Exposure Music Awards 2014 and was also recognised by the 2014 British Blues Awards.
Drawing from a rich, musical and cultural background it is hardly surprising that Sunjay has quickly become recognised as one of the UK’s rising stars.
Tickets and more information www.wegottickets.com/wychwoodfolkclub
with support by Katie Grace Harris
You could be forgiven for thinking at first listen that Sunjay is older than his 27 years. With a relaxed and confident manner, vocal style and mastery of his instrument he walks onto a stage and addresses the audience as though he is sitting down to play music with a group of close friends; a completely natural approach for a young man who picked up the guitar when he was just 4 years old and hasn’t put it down since. Sunjay’s style has that natural drift between folk and blues and both camps have recognised his obvious flair. There has been a clutch of award nominations, including winning the Wath Festival Young Performers Award. He also made the final selection for the BBC’s Young Folk Award in 2012, had three nominations at the Exposure Music Awards 2014 and was also recognised by the 2014 British Blues Awards.
Drawing from a rich, musical and cultural background it is hardly surprising that Sunjay has quickly become recognised as one of the UK’s rising stars.
Tickets and more information www.wegottickets.com/wychwoodfolkclub
Saturday 21st May 2022 - Skerryvore
The Theatre, Spring Street, Chipping Norton, OX7 5NL: Saturday 21st May 2022
Skerryvore represent the best in contemporary Scottish traditional music, with a growing fanbase worldwide.
Take two brothers, Daniel (Accordion) and Martin Gillespie (pipes, whistles and accordion), steeped in the Scottish west coast ceilidh tradition on the Isle of Tiree, and add in friends Fraser West (drums) and Alec Dalglish (guitar and vocals), with a background in brass bands, wind bands, jazz bands, and with blues, folk and country influences, and you have the 2005, embryonic Skerryvore.
Fast forward 10 years, add Craig Espie (fiddle) and Jodie Bremaneson (bass), bring in your album producer Alan Scobie on Keyboards and mix in the Glasgow music scene – from University Applied Music courses and Traditional Music courses at the Royal Conservatoire to sell out gigs at O2 ABC – and you have a band that has already won Scottish Traditional music’s ‘Live Act of the Year’ in 2011 – they were to win it again in 2016 – and who, rightly, celebrated their decade by launching their own 6000 capacity festival. Move on to 2022, and the band has expanded further. What a live experience!
Tickets and further details www.chippingnortontheatre.com/whats-on/skerryvore
Skerryvore represent the best in contemporary Scottish traditional music, with a growing fanbase worldwide.
Take two brothers, Daniel (Accordion) and Martin Gillespie (pipes, whistles and accordion), steeped in the Scottish west coast ceilidh tradition on the Isle of Tiree, and add in friends Fraser West (drums) and Alec Dalglish (guitar and vocals), with a background in brass bands, wind bands, jazz bands, and with blues, folk and country influences, and you have the 2005, embryonic Skerryvore.
Fast forward 10 years, add Craig Espie (fiddle) and Jodie Bremaneson (bass), bring in your album producer Alan Scobie on Keyboards and mix in the Glasgow music scene – from University Applied Music courses and Traditional Music courses at the Royal Conservatoire to sell out gigs at O2 ABC – and you have a band that has already won Scottish Traditional music’s ‘Live Act of the Year’ in 2011 – they were to win it again in 2016 – and who, rightly, celebrated their decade by launching their own 6000 capacity festival. Move on to 2022, and the band has expanded further. What a live experience!
Tickets and further details www.chippingnortontheatre.com/whats-on/skerryvore
Sunday 22nd May 2022 - Chris Cleverley
The Kitchen Garden Cafe, York Road, Kings Heath B14 7SA: Sunday 22nd May 2022
Chris Cleverley’s music is infused with the hazy, dreamlike essence of the 60s Folk Revival. Rich with lightning-fast melody and beautiful vocals, every song pulls you in to reveal lucid storytelling - confirming his compelling place within the world of alternative and indie-folk.
Described as ‘impressive’ (Daily Telegraph), ‘haunting’ (The Sunday Times) and as ‘one of the most vital voices of today’s folk generation’ (Folk Radio UK), Chris has gigged and recorded extensively across the UK, working with artists such Dan Whitehouse (Reveal Records), Eliza Marshall (Peter Gabriel), John Elliot (The Little Unsaid). He is about to start work on an ambitious fourth album after his most current, Live From The Glass Isle received rave reviews.
On this tour, Chris will be playing his already acclaimed songs alongside previews of much-anticipated new material from his third album, which is due for release in the autumn
For tickets and further information visit www.wegottickets.com/event/537310
Chris Cleverley’s music is infused with the hazy, dreamlike essence of the 60s Folk Revival. Rich with lightning-fast melody and beautiful vocals, every song pulls you in to reveal lucid storytelling - confirming his compelling place within the world of alternative and indie-folk.
Described as ‘impressive’ (Daily Telegraph), ‘haunting’ (The Sunday Times) and as ‘one of the most vital voices of today’s folk generation’ (Folk Radio UK), Chris has gigged and recorded extensively across the UK, working with artists such Dan Whitehouse (Reveal Records), Eliza Marshall (Peter Gabriel), John Elliot (The Little Unsaid). He is about to start work on an ambitious fourth album after his most current, Live From The Glass Isle received rave reviews.
On this tour, Chris will be playing his already acclaimed songs alongside previews of much-anticipated new material from his third album, which is due for release in the autumn
For tickets and further information visit www.wegottickets.com/event/537310
Friday 27th May 2022 - Sarah McQuaid
The Old Baptist Chapel, Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5RZ: Friday 27th May 2022
Honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Ards International Guitar Festival in Northern Ireland (2017), Sarah McQuaid has also drawn critical praise for her voice and her engaging rapport with audience. Sarah returns to this atmospheric and intimate 15th century venue following a sell-out concert in 2019.
"One of the most instantly recognisable voices in current music … Shades of Joni Mitchell in a jam with Karen Carpenter and Lana Del Rey.” —Neil March, Trust The Doc
Dutch music magazine Heaven hailed it as “an early contender for folk album of 2018,” the UK’s fRoots said it was “a collection to savour” and the USA’s PopMatters called it “a gateway into a true innovator’s soul," and FolkWords called it “A work of formidable passion.”
For tickets go to www.wegottickets.com/event/541407
For more information and full tour dates visit www.sarahmcquaid.com
Honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Ards International Guitar Festival in Northern Ireland (2017), Sarah McQuaid has also drawn critical praise for her voice and her engaging rapport with audience. Sarah returns to this atmospheric and intimate 15th century venue following a sell-out concert in 2019.
"One of the most instantly recognisable voices in current music … Shades of Joni Mitchell in a jam with Karen Carpenter and Lana Del Rey.” —Neil March, Trust The Doc
Dutch music magazine Heaven hailed it as “an early contender for folk album of 2018,” the UK’s fRoots said it was “a collection to savour” and the USA’s PopMatters called it “a gateway into a true innovator’s soul," and FolkWords called it “A work of formidable passion.”
For tickets go to www.wegottickets.com/event/541407
For more information and full tour dates visit www.sarahmcquaid.com
Monday 30th May 2022 - Daria Kulesh
The Prince Albert, Rodborough Hill, Stroud GL5: Monday 30th May 2022
Daria Kulesh has been described by Mike Harding as “one of the finest voices and one of the most intriguing and interesting songwriters on the present folk scene”.
Her performances are refreshing and mesmerising, full of passion and magic. Mixing her Eastern roots with Western folk influences, she creates an original and exciting sound. Her debut release Eternal Child was described as “phenomenal”, her second album Long Lost Home has enjoyed rave reviews and multiple awards, including LCM Album of the Year, and her latest studio release Earthly Delights was named "one of the year's finest albums" by Folk Radio UK.
Daria has toured extensively in the UK and Europe, sharing stories and songs that are deeply personal but feel universal and timeless. Every performance is an "emotional, compelling and uplifiting experience", leaving the audiences "completely spellbound".
Further information www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk
Daria Kulesh has been described by Mike Harding as “one of the finest voices and one of the most intriguing and interesting songwriters on the present folk scene”.
Her performances are refreshing and mesmerising, full of passion and magic. Mixing her Eastern roots with Western folk influences, she creates an original and exciting sound. Her debut release Eternal Child was described as “phenomenal”, her second album Long Lost Home has enjoyed rave reviews and multiple awards, including LCM Album of the Year, and her latest studio release Earthly Delights was named "one of the year's finest albums" by Folk Radio UK.
Daria has toured extensively in the UK and Europe, sharing stories and songs that are deeply personal but feel universal and timeless. Every performance is an "emotional, compelling and uplifiting experience", leaving the audiences "completely spellbound".
Further information www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk
Saturday 4th June 2022 - Billy Mitchell & Bob Fox
Wychwood Folk Club, Tiddy Hall, Ascott-u-Wychwood OX7 6AG: Saturday 4th June 2022
with support by Dan Sealey
A rare opportunity to see Billy Mitchell and Bob Fox perform once again as a duo after several years of highly successful individual work. Both men are fine singers, masters of vocal harmony and musicians of stunning ability who can bring magic into any auditorium.
Billy Mitchell has done it all as a performer and songwriter. Founder of the seminal 70s band Jack The Lad, he spent eight years as front man of the legendary ‘Lindisfarne’ till their retirement in 2003. Billy’s influence on the latter-day line-up of the band helped them stay as respected and successful as they had been prior to his recruitment.
Bob Fox has twice been nominated as Folk Singer of the Year at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. His masterful interpretation of traditional and contemporary songs is one of his greatest strengths and during his time performing with Stu Luckley, won the Melody Maker - Folk Album of the Year Award in 1978 with their album ‘Nowt So Good’ll Pass’.
Tickets and more information www.wegottickets.com/wychwoodfolkclub
with support by Dan Sealey
A rare opportunity to see Billy Mitchell and Bob Fox perform once again as a duo after several years of highly successful individual work. Both men are fine singers, masters of vocal harmony and musicians of stunning ability who can bring magic into any auditorium.
Billy Mitchell has done it all as a performer and songwriter. Founder of the seminal 70s band Jack The Lad, he spent eight years as front man of the legendary ‘Lindisfarne’ till their retirement in 2003. Billy’s influence on the latter-day line-up of the band helped them stay as respected and successful as they had been prior to his recruitment.
Bob Fox has twice been nominated as Folk Singer of the Year at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. His masterful interpretation of traditional and contemporary songs is one of his greatest strengths and during his time performing with Stu Luckley, won the Melody Maker - Folk Album of the Year Award in 1978 with their album ‘Nowt So Good’ll Pass’.
Tickets and more information www.wegottickets.com/wychwoodfolkclub
Friday 10th June 2022 - Reg Meuross
Wessex Acoustic Club, British Legion Hall, Blandford Forum DT11 7AD Friday 10th June 2022
The breadth and depth of Reg's material is unparalleled in contemporary folk: songs about forgotten heroes, famous names, folk legends, the climate emergency, tales from the kitchen sink and news from the world stage; if something needs to be sung about then Reg Meuross has a song for it.
Masterfully accompanying himself on his ‘44 Martin six-string guitar, harmonica, tenor guitar, banjo and dulcimer and captivating audiences with his beautiful tenor voice, witnessing a Reg Meuross performance is to experience a journey into the heart, soul and songs of one of England’s finest writers.
“A mighty songwriter and an equally fine singer” - Martin Carthy
“Classic, with echoes of early Dylan, Tom Paxton and Leonard Cohen”- The Guardian
For more information and tickets visit www.regmeuross.com
The breadth and depth of Reg's material is unparalleled in contemporary folk: songs about forgotten heroes, famous names, folk legends, the climate emergency, tales from the kitchen sink and news from the world stage; if something needs to be sung about then Reg Meuross has a song for it.
Masterfully accompanying himself on his ‘44 Martin six-string guitar, harmonica, tenor guitar, banjo and dulcimer and captivating audiences with his beautiful tenor voice, witnessing a Reg Meuross performance is to experience a journey into the heart, soul and songs of one of England’s finest writers.
“A mighty songwriter and an equally fine singer” - Martin Carthy
“Classic, with echoes of early Dylan, Tom Paxton and Leonard Cohen”- The Guardian
For more information and tickets visit www.regmeuross.com
Saturday 11th June 2022 - Steve Ashley
The Old Baptist Chapel, Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5RZ: Saturday 11th June 2022
with support by Mike Weaver
The Playhouse Theatre, Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7HG: Saturday 17th September 2022
Steve Ashley has long been regarded as one of British folk's finest singer-songwriters. His reputation for writing contemporary songs inspired by the English Tradition was established in 1974 with his innovative debut album, Stroll On. Since then his songs have been recorded by many leading folk artists including Fairport Convention, Anne Briggs, Ralph McTell and Wizz Jones, Show of Hands, O'Hooley & Tidow, Dave Pegg and PJ Wright, The Arizona Smoke Review, Martin and Jessica Simpson, Grace Notes, Phil Beer, Maggie Boyle, The Bushwackers, The Owl Service, Sproatly Smith and Hannah Sanders and Liz Simmons.
He has also played a significant role in the development of British folk-rock, performing as a lead singer with the first Albion Country Band, then with his own Ragged Robin and various line-ups of The Steve Ashley Band. He has also performed occasionally with members of Fairport Convention.
For further information visit
https://www.wegottickets.com/event/544315
with support by Mike Weaver
The Playhouse Theatre, Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7HG: Saturday 17th September 2022
Steve Ashley has long been regarded as one of British folk's finest singer-songwriters. His reputation for writing contemporary songs inspired by the English Tradition was established in 1974 with his innovative debut album, Stroll On. Since then his songs have been recorded by many leading folk artists including Fairport Convention, Anne Briggs, Ralph McTell and Wizz Jones, Show of Hands, O'Hooley & Tidow, Dave Pegg and PJ Wright, The Arizona Smoke Review, Martin and Jessica Simpson, Grace Notes, Phil Beer, Maggie Boyle, The Bushwackers, The Owl Service, Sproatly Smith and Hannah Sanders and Liz Simmons.
He has also played a significant role in the development of British folk-rock, performing as a lead singer with the first Albion Country Band, then with his own Ragged Robin and various line-ups of The Steve Ashley Band. He has also performed occasionally with members of Fairport Convention.
For further information visit
https://www.wegottickets.com/event/544315
Friday 17th June 2022 - India Electric Company
Downend Folk Club, Downend Folk Club, Christ Church, Downend BS16 5UF: : Friday 17th June 2022
with support from Susie Dobson
India Electric Company are perhaps best described as “a veritable musical magpie’s nest”, BBC Radio 3. Blending traditional instruments, folk melodies and subtle electronic influences, they’ve extensively toured throughout Europe, Australia and New Zealand, including UK shows at The London Palladium and Hammersmith Apollo.
After live sessions with BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music, Glastonbury Festival appearances and BBC Introducing’s backing they released The Gap in 2020 with FRUK declaring them “one of the truly pioneering acts in folk music”
India Electric Company were one of the first acts to play at Downend Folk Club, and make a welcome return to one of the most popular music venues in the area.
For tickets and further information visit www.downendfolkclub.co.uk
with support from Susie Dobson
India Electric Company are perhaps best described as “a veritable musical magpie’s nest”, BBC Radio 3. Blending traditional instruments, folk melodies and subtle electronic influences, they’ve extensively toured throughout Europe, Australia and New Zealand, including UK shows at The London Palladium and Hammersmith Apollo.
After live sessions with BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music, Glastonbury Festival appearances and BBC Introducing’s backing they released The Gap in 2020 with FRUK declaring them “one of the truly pioneering acts in folk music”
India Electric Company were one of the first acts to play at Downend Folk Club, and make a welcome return to one of the most popular music venues in the area.
For tickets and further information visit www.downendfolkclub.co.uk
Wednesday 22nd June 2022 - Spiers & Boden
The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20: Wednesday 22nd June 2022
Described by The Guardian as ‘the finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene’, Spiers & Boden first rocketed onto the music scene in 2001, quickly winning a clutch of BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and going on to form and front the extraordinarily successful folk big band Bellowhead.
The duo reformed in 2021 after a seven-year hiatus, arriving with a brand new album ‘Fallow Ground’ which went on to reach number 3 in September ‘21’s Official Folk Albums Chart and was a Mojo top 10 folk album of 2021.
"It’s all exquisitely played – the pair are still the dons" The Observer
Following on from October ‘21’s comeback tour with numerous sell out dates, in June 2022 the Spiers & Boden hit the road again.
For tickets and further information visit www.rosestheatre.org
Described by The Guardian as ‘the finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene’, Spiers & Boden first rocketed onto the music scene in 2001, quickly winning a clutch of BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and going on to form and front the extraordinarily successful folk big band Bellowhead.
The duo reformed in 2021 after a seven-year hiatus, arriving with a brand new album ‘Fallow Ground’ which went on to reach number 3 in September ‘21’s Official Folk Albums Chart and was a Mojo top 10 folk album of 2021.
"It’s all exquisitely played – the pair are still the dons" The Observer
Following on from October ‘21’s comeback tour with numerous sell out dates, in June 2022 the Spiers & Boden hit the road again.
For tickets and further information visit www.rosestheatre.org
Thursday 23rd June 2022 - Odette Michell
Evesham Town Hall, Market Place, Evesham WR: Thursday 23rd June 2022
Odette Michell is an award-winning British folk singer-songwriter, guitarist and bouzouki player with a bold new take on the acoustic tradition and a voice capable of demonstrating the finer points of both folk and traditional song with genuine craftsmanship.
Things have been moving at something of a pace for Odette ever since she released her debut EP 'By Way of Night' in 2018. The EP showcased a bold and emerging talent within the British folk and acoustic music scene and garnered high praise, earning Odette her first national and international radio plays on both BBC and Folk Radio stations. In April 2019, Odette released her debut album ‘The Wildest Rose’. The album gained widespread positive acclaim followed by a string of live interviews, and featured notable musical contributions from Phil Beer (one-half of multi-award-winning acoustic folk band Show of Hands), and Toby Shaer (Cara Dillon, Sam Kelly & The Lost Boys).
Odette will be performing alongside her trio, Alex Duncalf on cello and Rory Innerd on fiddle and mandolin.
Tickets and further information eveshamlive.co.uk/whats-on
Odette Michell is an award-winning British folk singer-songwriter, guitarist and bouzouki player with a bold new take on the acoustic tradition and a voice capable of demonstrating the finer points of both folk and traditional song with genuine craftsmanship.
Things have been moving at something of a pace for Odette ever since she released her debut EP 'By Way of Night' in 2018. The EP showcased a bold and emerging talent within the British folk and acoustic music scene and garnered high praise, earning Odette her first national and international radio plays on both BBC and Folk Radio stations. In April 2019, Odette released her debut album ‘The Wildest Rose’. The album gained widespread positive acclaim followed by a string of live interviews, and featured notable musical contributions from Phil Beer (one-half of multi-award-winning acoustic folk band Show of Hands), and Toby Shaer (Cara Dillon, Sam Kelly & The Lost Boys).
Odette will be performing alongside her trio, Alex Duncalf on cello and Rory Innerd on fiddle and mandolin.
Tickets and further information eveshamlive.co.uk/whats-on
Thursday 23rd June 2022 - Steve Tilston
The Kitchen Garden Cafe, York Road, Kings Heath B14 7SA: Thursday 23rd June 2022
Steve Tilston, the hugely talented award-winning performer presents an intimate evening of music, featuring unique arrangements of popular folksongs alongside his own critically acclaimed material.
Perhaps best known for his song-writing prowess, Steve is also a blinding, dazzling guitarist with a style echoing the elaborate rhythmic “folk baroque” od Bert Jansch and Davy Graham, but also drawing from classical, roots and the tradition to create a style that is typically Tilston.
“…great stuff…great fun, wonderful playing and top songs, what more do you want from an evening.”
Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2
“A great narrator on top form.” The Observer
“…a fine and thoughtful songwriter and singer and a remarkable guitarist.” The Guardian
“…songs of great heart, delivered with authority and instrumental panache.” The Scotsman
For tickets and further information visit www.kitchengardencafe.co.uk
Steve Tilston, the hugely talented award-winning performer presents an intimate evening of music, featuring unique arrangements of popular folksongs alongside his own critically acclaimed material.
Perhaps best known for his song-writing prowess, Steve is also a blinding, dazzling guitarist with a style echoing the elaborate rhythmic “folk baroque” od Bert Jansch and Davy Graham, but also drawing from classical, roots and the tradition to create a style that is typically Tilston.
“…great stuff…great fun, wonderful playing and top songs, what more do you want from an evening.”
Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2
“A great narrator on top form.” The Observer
“…a fine and thoughtful songwriter and singer and a remarkable guitarist.” The Guardian
“…songs of great heart, delivered with authority and instrumental panache.” The Scotsman
For tickets and further information visit www.kitchengardencafe.co.uk
Friday 8th July 2022 - Miriam Jones
Quaker Meeting House, St Giles, Oxford OX1 3LW: Friday 8th July 2022
British Colombia native, singer-songwriter Mirisam Jones, returns with a brand new album and a new single. A short UK release tour brings her back to Oxford, where her music is well-known.
The new album Reach For The Morning features twelve songs of faith, hope and self-revelation, and was very much the product of lockdown strictures.
The album was recorded in Miriam’s pop-up home basement studio in Canada, over the course of 2020 and 2021 with Jones producing and playing all of the instruments herself, bar a handful of percussion overdubs. "Maybe it was the lockdowns, the oppressive forces of all kinds bearing down, or maybe it was simply within the natural flow of where I was at in myself, but I sure was hell bent on making this thing. It's been a huge accomplishment personally to me, like slaying a Giant with a sling and 5 smooth stones," says Miriam.
For more information visit miriamjones.com/live
British Colombia native, singer-songwriter Mirisam Jones, returns with a brand new album and a new single. A short UK release tour brings her back to Oxford, where her music is well-known.
The new album Reach For The Morning features twelve songs of faith, hope and self-revelation, and was very much the product of lockdown strictures.
The album was recorded in Miriam’s pop-up home basement studio in Canada, over the course of 2020 and 2021 with Jones producing and playing all of the instruments herself, bar a handful of percussion overdubs. "Maybe it was the lockdowns, the oppressive forces of all kinds bearing down, or maybe it was simply within the natural flow of where I was at in myself, but I sure was hell bent on making this thing. It's been a huge accomplishment personally to me, like slaying a Giant with a sling and 5 smooth stones," says Miriam.
For more information visit miriamjones.com/live
Saturday 9th July 2022 - Mike Weaver
Overbury Street Market, Church Row, Overbury GL20 7NX: Saturday 9th July 2022
Mike Weaver is a singer-songwriter originally from Cheltenham, but now living in Worcestershire. He is a writer and illustrator by day and an acoustic performer by night, presenting his own melodic songs which draw upon both contemporary and traditional influences.
After a break of over twenty years, Mike returned to songwriting and performing in 2013 and released a CD of original songs spanning three decades in August 2014. Since his 'come back' he has played at a variety of events across southern England and the Midlands, performing his own solo shows and shared stages with many artists from the contemporary folk scene. In concerts, he has opened for Irish prog folk duo Tir na nOg, Jennifer Crook, Ange Hardy & Lukas Drinkwater, O'Hooley & Tidow, Canadian songwriter Sarah-Jane Scouten, Breton 'power folk' star Dom Duff, Edwina Hayes, Reg Meuross and the legendary Steve Ashley.
He returns to play at Berkeley House Gardens in a free open air concert at the popular Overbury Street Market. For more information, visit www.mikeweavermusic.com
Mike Weaver is a singer-songwriter originally from Cheltenham, but now living in Worcestershire. He is a writer and illustrator by day and an acoustic performer by night, presenting his own melodic songs which draw upon both contemporary and traditional influences.
After a break of over twenty years, Mike returned to songwriting and performing in 2013 and released a CD of original songs spanning three decades in August 2014. Since his 'come back' he has played at a variety of events across southern England and the Midlands, performing his own solo shows and shared stages with many artists from the contemporary folk scene. In concerts, he has opened for Irish prog folk duo Tir na nOg, Jennifer Crook, Ange Hardy & Lukas Drinkwater, O'Hooley & Tidow, Canadian songwriter Sarah-Jane Scouten, Breton 'power folk' star Dom Duff, Edwina Hayes, Reg Meuross and the legendary Steve Ashley.
He returns to play at Berkeley House Gardens in a free open air concert at the popular Overbury Street Market. For more information, visit www.mikeweavermusic.com
Friday 15th July 2022 - Kit Hawes & Aaron Catlow
Downend Folk Club, Christ Church, Downend BS16 5UF: : Friday 15th July 2022
with support from Good Habits
Weaving a musical dialogue between fiddle, guitar and voice, July's headliners Kit Hawes & Aaron Catlow explore the rich musical heritage of the British Isles, and create original music inspired by the traditions they grew up in.
In demand as musicians, writers and arrangers, Kit and Aaron have worked with many established artists including Grammy Award-nominated Yola, Seth Lakeman, Afro Celt Sound System and Roni Size.
Joining Kit & Aaron on the bill will be Good Habits, an alt-folk duo composed of singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist Pete Shaw, telling stories and turning heads across the globe.
For tickets and further information visit www.downendfolkclub.co.uk
with support from Good Habits
Weaving a musical dialogue between fiddle, guitar and voice, July's headliners Kit Hawes & Aaron Catlow explore the rich musical heritage of the British Isles, and create original music inspired by the traditions they grew up in.
In demand as musicians, writers and arrangers, Kit and Aaron have worked with many established artists including Grammy Award-nominated Yola, Seth Lakeman, Afro Celt Sound System and Roni Size.
Joining Kit & Aaron on the bill will be Good Habits, an alt-folk duo composed of singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist Pete Shaw, telling stories and turning heads across the globe.
For tickets and further information visit www.downendfolkclub.co.uk
Thursday 25th August 2022 - Gretchen Peters
St George's, Great George Street, Bristol BS1 5RR: Thursday 25th August 2022
The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon MK17 8LU: Thursday 1st September 2022
For two decades, Gretchen Peters has been one of Nashville’s most beloved and respected artists. “If Peters never delivers another tune as achingly beautiful as ‘On A Bus To St. Cloud,'” People Magazine wrote, “she has already earned herself a spot among country’s upper echelon of contemporary composers.” Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in October 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, who called her “both a songwriter and a poet (who) sings as beautifully as she writes.” She has been nominated for 2 Grammys (“Independence Day/Martina McBride, “You Don’t Even Know Who I Am”/Patty Loveless), a Golden Globe (“Here I Am”/Bryan Adams), and numerous other awards. Her 2015 album, ‘Blackbirds’ was awarded International Album of the Year and Song of the Year by the UK Americana Association. In 2015, The Telegraph named her one of the greatest 60 female singer-songwriters of all time. In 2021, she was awarded The Poets Award by the Academy of Country Music “for outstanding and longstanding musical and lyrical contributions throughout her career.”
For tickets and full tour dates, visit www.gretchenpeters.com
The Stables, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon MK17 8LU: Thursday 1st September 2022
For two decades, Gretchen Peters has been one of Nashville’s most beloved and respected artists. “If Peters never delivers another tune as achingly beautiful as ‘On A Bus To St. Cloud,'” People Magazine wrote, “she has already earned herself a spot among country’s upper echelon of contemporary composers.” Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in October 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, who called her “both a songwriter and a poet (who) sings as beautifully as she writes.” She has been nominated for 2 Grammys (“Independence Day/Martina McBride, “You Don’t Even Know Who I Am”/Patty Loveless), a Golden Globe (“Here I Am”/Bryan Adams), and numerous other awards. Her 2015 album, ‘Blackbirds’ was awarded International Album of the Year and Song of the Year by the UK Americana Association. In 2015, The Telegraph named her one of the greatest 60 female singer-songwriters of all time. In 2021, she was awarded The Poets Award by the Academy of Country Music “for outstanding and longstanding musical and lyrical contributions throughout her career.”
For tickets and full tour dates, visit www.gretchenpeters.com
Friday 29th July 2022 - Dean Friedman
Sundial Theatre, Cirencester College, Cirencester GL7 1XA: Friday 29th July 2022
Dean Friedman first marked his entry into pop consciousness with the Top 20 chart success of his infectious hit single, Ariel, a quirkily irresistible and uncategorizable pop song about a free spirited, pot-smoking, vegetarian Jewish girl in a peasant blouse who lived, as the lyric goes, "...way on the other side of the Hudson".
Friedman scored again with the release of his follow up album, “Well, Well,” Said the Rocking Chair’, and the now classic hit single, Lucky Stars. This magical duet, performed with singer, Denise Marsa, zoomed to the top of the UK singles charts, going instantly gold. Lucky Stars paved the way for a slew of Friedman hits, including familiar radio staples such as Lydia, Rocking Chair, McDonald’s Girl and Woman of Mine.
Friedman’s consummate songwriting and performing, have earned him a loyal international following, devoted to the sophisticated, funny and profound work of a master songsmith.
For more information and full UK tour dates, visit www.deanfriedman.com
Dean Friedman first marked his entry into pop consciousness with the Top 20 chart success of his infectious hit single, Ariel, a quirkily irresistible and uncategorizable pop song about a free spirited, pot-smoking, vegetarian Jewish girl in a peasant blouse who lived, as the lyric goes, "...way on the other side of the Hudson".
Friedman scored again with the release of his follow up album, “Well, Well,” Said the Rocking Chair’, and the now classic hit single, Lucky Stars. This magical duet, performed with singer, Denise Marsa, zoomed to the top of the UK singles charts, going instantly gold. Lucky Stars paved the way for a slew of Friedman hits, including familiar radio staples such as Lydia, Rocking Chair, McDonald’s Girl and Woman of Mine.
Friedman’s consummate songwriting and performing, have earned him a loyal international following, devoted to the sophisticated, funny and profound work of a master songsmith.
For more information and full UK tour dates, visit www.deanfriedman.com
Thursday 15th September 2022 - Martin Carthy
The Huntingdon Hall, Crowngate, Worcester WR: Thursday 15th September 2022
For more than 50 years Martin Carthy has been one of folk music’s greatest innovators, one of its best loved, most enthusiastic and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures. His skill, stage presence and natural charm have won him many admirers, not only from within the folk scene, but also far beyond it.
Whether in the folk clubs (which he continues to champion), on the concert stage or making TV appearances (he was the subject of the acclaimed `Originals’ music documentary strand on BBC 2) – there are few roles that Martin Carthy hasn’t played.
He’s a ballad singer, a ground-breaking acoustic and electric-guitarist and an authoritative interpreter of newly composed material. He always prefers to follow an insatiable musical curiosity rather than cash in on his unrivalled position. Perhaps, most significant of all, are his settings of traditional songs with guitar, which have influenced a generation of artists, including Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, on
For more information and tickets, visit worcestertheatres.co.uk/huntingdon-hall
For more than 50 years Martin Carthy has been one of folk music’s greatest innovators, one of its best loved, most enthusiastic and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures. His skill, stage presence and natural charm have won him many admirers, not only from within the folk scene, but also far beyond it.
Whether in the folk clubs (which he continues to champion), on the concert stage or making TV appearances (he was the subject of the acclaimed `Originals’ music documentary strand on BBC 2) – there are few roles that Martin Carthy hasn’t played.
He’s a ballad singer, a ground-breaking acoustic and electric-guitarist and an authoritative interpreter of newly composed material. He always prefers to follow an insatiable musical curiosity rather than cash in on his unrivalled position. Perhaps, most significant of all, are his settings of traditional songs with guitar, which have influenced a generation of artists, including Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, on
For more information and tickets, visit worcestertheatres.co.uk/huntingdon-hall
Thursday 22nd September 2022 - Miranda Sykes
Chapel Arts Centre, Lower Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1QR: Thursday 22nd September 2022
Duo with Hannah Martin
Miranda Sykes, the acclaimed singer and bassist with ‘Show of Hands’ is returning to her roots. After a career spanning over 20 years, during which time she has played with many of the top musicians and singers within the folk world, she is touring as she started out: one woman, one bass, and one guitar.
Building on the success of her Borrowed Places tour, Miranda Sykes is back with a completely new project: Behind The Wall. Where Borrowed Places opened a window into the past, explaining where she had been, physically and spiritually, Behind The Wall is a Roller Coaster Ride exploring where we are going; Miranda, you, me, all of us. What does it mean to be human today, living in our communities and societies and where will our actions lead us?
Powerful and hard-hitting but also poignant and beautiful, this show gives us all a chance to reflect and maybe even empower us.
Tickets and more information see www.mirandasykes.com
Duo with Hannah Martin
Miranda Sykes, the acclaimed singer and bassist with ‘Show of Hands’ is returning to her roots. After a career spanning over 20 years, during which time she has played with many of the top musicians and singers within the folk world, she is touring as she started out: one woman, one bass, and one guitar.
Building on the success of her Borrowed Places tour, Miranda Sykes is back with a completely new project: Behind The Wall. Where Borrowed Places opened a window into the past, explaining where she had been, physically and spiritually, Behind The Wall is a Roller Coaster Ride exploring where we are going; Miranda, you, me, all of us. What does it mean to be human today, living in our communities and societies and where will our actions lead us?
Powerful and hard-hitting but also poignant and beautiful, this show gives us all a chance to reflect and maybe even empower us.
Tickets and more information see www.mirandasykes.com
Tuesday 27th September 2022 - McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle
The Regal, Teme Street, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8AE: Tuesday 27th September 2022
Folk music’s legendary triumvirate of musical magpies Mike McGoldrick, John Doyle and John McCusker are on tour again this November. As live music returns, Mike, John & John will bring you their own blend of top -class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie.
With their vast repertoire, this will be an evening to remember. Described as the masters of flute, fiddle, song and guitar they have worked with the biggest and brightest and bring you a night of beautifully crafted music. Having shared stages and recording studios with everyone from Bob Dylan and Mark Knopfler to Paul Weller, Joan Baez and Linda Thompson, Mike, John & John are a rare musical treat you’ll savour for a very long time.
"What an absolute pleasure to share in their warmth, intimacy and richly talented company"
Folking.com
For tickets and full details visit www.regaltenbury.co.uk/live-on-stage
Folk music’s legendary triumvirate of musical magpies Mike McGoldrick, John Doyle and John McCusker are on tour again this November. As live music returns, Mike, John & John will bring you their own blend of top -class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie.
With their vast repertoire, this will be an evening to remember. Described as the masters of flute, fiddle, song and guitar they have worked with the biggest and brightest and bring you a night of beautifully crafted music. Having shared stages and recording studios with everyone from Bob Dylan and Mark Knopfler to Paul Weller, Joan Baez and Linda Thompson, Mike, John & John are a rare musical treat you’ll savour for a very long time.
"What an absolute pleasure to share in their warmth, intimacy and richly talented company"
Folking.com
For tickets and full details visit www.regaltenbury.co.uk/live-on-stage
Sunday 2nd October 2022 - Andy Irvine
The Kitchen Garden Cafe, York Road, Kings Heath B14 7SA: Sunday 2nd October 2022
Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. He has been hailed as “a tradition in himself.” Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained his highly individual performing skills throughout his over 50-year career.
From Sweeney’s Men in the mid 60s, to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, his duo with Paul Brady in the later 70s and then from Patrick Street to Mozaik, LAPD and Usher’s Island, Andy has been a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians.
As a soloist, Andy fills the role of the archetypal troubadour with a show and a travelling lifestyle that reflect his lifelong influence, Woody Guthrie. To quote The Irish Times, “Often copied, never equalled”, his repertoire consists of Irish traditional songs, dexterous Balkan dances and a compelling canon of his own self-penned songs.
For tickets and further information visit www.kitchengardencafe.co.uk
Andy Irvine is one of the great Irish singers, his voice one of a handful of truly great ones that gets to the very soul of Ireland. He has been hailed as “a tradition in himself.” Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained his highly individual performing skills throughout his over 50-year career.
From Sweeney’s Men in the mid 60s, to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, his duo with Paul Brady in the later 70s and then from Patrick Street to Mozaik, LAPD and Usher’s Island, Andy has been a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians.
As a soloist, Andy fills the role of the archetypal troubadour with a show and a travelling lifestyle that reflect his lifelong influence, Woody Guthrie. To quote The Irish Times, “Often copied, never equalled”, his repertoire consists of Irish traditional songs, dexterous Balkan dances and a compelling canon of his own self-penned songs.
For tickets and further information visit www.kitchengardencafe.co.uk
Monday 3rd October 2022 - Martin Simpson
The Prince Albert, Rodborough Hill, Stroud GL5: Monday 3rd October 2022
Universally acclaimed as one of the finest ever acoustic and slide guitar players, and a fine banjo-picker to boot, Martin is known as a guitarist of formidable talent.
Traversing English traditional folk, American folk, blues, and his own compositions, his music reflects a wide variety of influences and styles, rooted in Britain, Ireland, America and beyond, and he has recorded over twenty solo albums and featured on many others. Most recently he released 'Home Recordings' and 'Live Before Lockdown.'
Martin has been a lynchpin in the award-winning Full English, The Elizabethan Sessions and, in 2015, released Murmurs, a musically dynamic album with Andy Cutting and Nancy Kerr.
“Martin Simpson has transcended borders and oceans to quietly become a superb storyteller and musician of great depth and unquestionable taste.” Stephen Fearing
Further information www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk
Universally acclaimed as one of the finest ever acoustic and slide guitar players, and a fine banjo-picker to boot, Martin is known as a guitarist of formidable talent.
Traversing English traditional folk, American folk, blues, and his own compositions, his music reflects a wide variety of influences and styles, rooted in Britain, Ireland, America and beyond, and he has recorded over twenty solo albums and featured on many others. Most recently he released 'Home Recordings' and 'Live Before Lockdown.'
Martin has been a lynchpin in the award-winning Full English, The Elizabethan Sessions and, in 2015, released Murmurs, a musically dynamic album with Andy Cutting and Nancy Kerr.
“Martin Simpson has transcended borders and oceans to quietly become a superb storyteller and musician of great depth and unquestionable taste.” Stephen Fearing
Further information www.theprincealbertstroud.co.uk
Tuesday 4th October 2022 - Hungrytown
The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20: Tuesday 4th October 2022
After more than 15 years of world-wide touring and three album releases, Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson--otherwise known as the folk duo Hungrytown--have earned a reputation for the quality and authenticity of their songwriting.
“It’s great to hear an act eschew sentimentality in favor of honesty and to prove that you don’t have to go raiding the memory of others to find the stuff that really good songs are made of,” writes Jedd Beaudoin of Popmatters.
Lyricist Rebecca Hall is credited with compositions “that sound as timeless as any traditional songs” (Northern Sky, UK) while producer/multi-instrumentalist/husband Ken Anderson is lauded for his “remarkable affinity for instrumental embellishment” (No Depression) and for crafting Hungrytown’s “gorgeous vocal harmonies” (Folk and Roots, UK).
For tickets and further information visit www.rosestheatre.org
After more than 15 years of world-wide touring and three album releases, Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson--otherwise known as the folk duo Hungrytown--have earned a reputation for the quality and authenticity of their songwriting.
“It’s great to hear an act eschew sentimentality in favor of honesty and to prove that you don’t have to go raiding the memory of others to find the stuff that really good songs are made of,” writes Jedd Beaudoin of Popmatters.
Lyricist Rebecca Hall is credited with compositions “that sound as timeless as any traditional songs” (Northern Sky, UK) while producer/multi-instrumentalist/husband Ken Anderson is lauded for his “remarkable affinity for instrumental embellishment” (No Depression) and for crafting Hungrytown’s “gorgeous vocal harmonies” (Folk and Roots, UK).
For tickets and further information visit www.rosestheatre.org
Thursday 20th October 2022 - Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage
Chapel Arts Centre, Lower Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1QR: Thursday 20th October 2022
Since emerging in 2016, Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage have been defying all conventions of style, genre and compartmentalisation. They have toured the UK, North America and mainland Europe, enrapturing audiences at shows and on festival stages alongside Americana and folk luminaries such as Sarah Jarosz, Martin Simpson, Seth Lakeman and Oh Susanna.
Hannah Sanders has an alluring mystique and a voice of disarming purity that massages your senses with gentle ease. Ask her nicely and she will discuss witchcraft, tarot cards and her adventures in a family band busking through Europe in an old school bus.
Ben Savage is a bubbling ferment of energy, all fluffy hair, unkempt charm and infectious enthusiasm who will seemingly play any instrument you care to put in front of him with grace and favour. Ask him nicely and he will debate any musical tradition you care to mention and will tell you all about the dobro and his adventures with the band The Willows.
Tickets and more information from chapelarts.org/events
Since emerging in 2016, Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage have been defying all conventions of style, genre and compartmentalisation. They have toured the UK, North America and mainland Europe, enrapturing audiences at shows and on festival stages alongside Americana and folk luminaries such as Sarah Jarosz, Martin Simpson, Seth Lakeman and Oh Susanna.
Hannah Sanders has an alluring mystique and a voice of disarming purity that massages your senses with gentle ease. Ask her nicely and she will discuss witchcraft, tarot cards and her adventures in a family band busking through Europe in an old school bus.
Ben Savage is a bubbling ferment of energy, all fluffy hair, unkempt charm and infectious enthusiasm who will seemingly play any instrument you care to put in front of him with grace and favour. Ask him nicely and he will debate any musical tradition you care to mention and will tell you all about the dobro and his adventures with the band The Willows.
Tickets and more information from chapelarts.org/events
Friday 9th December 2022 - The Budapest Café Orchestra
The Market Theatre, Market Street, Ledbury HR8 2AQ: Friday 9th December 2022
Hugely entertaining with immense skill and profound musicianship, The Budapest Café Orchestra have won acclaim from fans, fellow musicians and critics alike for their electrifying and entertaining shows.
The Budapest Café Orchestra is a hybrid super acoustic band for the 21st Century, led by jazz violin superstar Christian Garrick, and playing traditional folk and gypsy-flavoured music from across the Balkans and Russia. Mournful Klezmer melodies, raucous Romanian Doinas and Hungarian Czadas are all encountered alongside beautiful ballads, such as the theme to Schindler's List and Andy Statman's haunting Flatbush Waltz.
Evoking vivid images of Tzigane fiddle maestros, Budapest café life and gypsy campfires - plus a few surprises along the way.
For tickets and full tour dates visit www.budapestcafeorchestra.co.uk
Hugely entertaining with immense skill and profound musicianship, The Budapest Café Orchestra have won acclaim from fans, fellow musicians and critics alike for their electrifying and entertaining shows.
The Budapest Café Orchestra is a hybrid super acoustic band for the 21st Century, led by jazz violin superstar Christian Garrick, and playing traditional folk and gypsy-flavoured music from across the Balkans and Russia. Mournful Klezmer melodies, raucous Romanian Doinas and Hungarian Czadas are all encountered alongside beautiful ballads, such as the theme to Schindler's List and Andy Statman's haunting Flatbush Waltz.
Evoking vivid images of Tzigane fiddle maestros, Budapest café life and gypsy campfires - plus a few surprises along the way.
For tickets and full tour dates visit www.budapestcafeorchestra.co.uk
Thursday 9th March 2023 - Sarah Jane Scouten
Chapel Arts Centre, Lower Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1QR: Thursday 9th March 2023
Four-time Canadian Folk Music Award nominee, Sarah Jane Scouten’s music delivers a signature mix of vintage folk and country music, with modern sounds and subjects.
An ever expanding palette brings a freshness to her brand of ambient indie Americana - or “space-country” as she likes to call it. It’s as relevant to today as it is rooted in the music of her forebears. Touring throughout North America and Europe, this seasoned performer boasts a top-notch live band and considerable acclaim for her last four full-length albums.
Her fourth album “Confessions”, recorded in Toronto with veteran producer Andre Wahl, is a further exploration of Americana sounds and song forms, ranging from indie-pop and folk rock to gritty hints of 70’s David Bowie and T-Rex. Scouten doesn’t lose herself at the helm of so many influences, but ties it together by invoking Sturgill Simpson, classic Tom Petty and Emmylou Harris’ Wrecking Ball.
Tickets and more information from chapelarts.org/events
Four-time Canadian Folk Music Award nominee, Sarah Jane Scouten’s music delivers a signature mix of vintage folk and country music, with modern sounds and subjects.
An ever expanding palette brings a freshness to her brand of ambient indie Americana - or “space-country” as she likes to call it. It’s as relevant to today as it is rooted in the music of her forebears. Touring throughout North America and Europe, this seasoned performer boasts a top-notch live band and considerable acclaim for her last four full-length albums.
Her fourth album “Confessions”, recorded in Toronto with veteran producer Andre Wahl, is a further exploration of Americana sounds and song forms, ranging from indie-pop and folk rock to gritty hints of 70’s David Bowie and T-Rex. Scouten doesn’t lose herself at the helm of so many influences, but ties it together by invoking Sturgill Simpson, classic Tom Petty and Emmylou Harris’ Wrecking Ball.
Tickets and more information from chapelarts.org/events
