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.
Saturday 17th September 2022 - Steve Ashley
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 www.Steve Ashley.co.uk
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 www.Steve Ashley.co.uk
Thursday 22nd September 2022 - Reg Meuross
Newport Folk Club, High Cross Road, Newport NP10 9AE: Thursday 22nd September 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
Thursday 22nd September 2022 - Jacob & Drinkwater
Chapel Arts, Lower Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1QR: Thursday 22nd September 2022
Downend Folk & Roots, Christ Church, Downend BS16 5UF: Friday 21st October 2022
with support by Filkins Drift
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
Downend Folk & Roots, Christ Church, Downend BS16 5UF: Friday 21st October 2022
with support by Filkins Drift
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
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
Saturday 22nd October 2022 - Steve Tilston
Wychwood Folk Club, The Tiddy Hall, Ascott-u-Wychwood OX7 6AG: Saturday 22nd October 2022
No.8 Arts, Pershore, Worcestershire
Monday 12th November 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.wychwoodfolkclub.com/
No.8 Arts, Pershore, Worcestershire
Monday 12th November 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.wychwoodfolkclub.com/
Thursday 27th October 2022 - Town Musicians of Bremen
Evesham Town Hall, Vine Street, Evesham WR11 4RL: Thursday 27th October 2022
The ‘Town Musicians of Bremen’ folk trio comprise Andrew Lowings (Bouzouki), Leon Gormley (Guitar & Cittern) and Lewis Jones (Nyckelharpa & Melodeon).
They play with soul, humour and dexterity, producing sounds which are equally traditional and contemporary, and immensely enjoyable.
Andrew is also a member of Kim Lowings and The Greenwood, while Leon is a well-known and respected songwriter on the Midlands contemporary folk scene. Lewis, who lives near Evesham, is a talented multi-instrumentalist and has played at festivals all over the UK and Scandinavia - where the nyckelharpa has its roots.
"One of the must-see live outfits"
For tickets and more details visit eveshamlive.co.uk
The ‘Town Musicians of Bremen’ folk trio comprise Andrew Lowings (Bouzouki), Leon Gormley (Guitar & Cittern) and Lewis Jones (Nyckelharpa & Melodeon).
They play with soul, humour and dexterity, producing sounds which are equally traditional and contemporary, and immensely enjoyable.
Andrew is also a member of Kim Lowings and The Greenwood, while Leon is a well-known and respected songwriter on the Midlands contemporary folk scene. Lewis, who lives near Evesham, is a talented multi-instrumentalist and has played at festivals all over the UK and Scandinavia - where the nyckelharpa has its roots.
"One of the must-see live outfits"
For tickets and more details visit eveshamlive.co.uk
Saturday 29th October 2022 - Al Stewart
The Sub Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE: Saturday 29th October 2022
Al Stewart came to stardom as part of the legendary British folk revival in the sixties and seventies and developed the combination of folk-rock songs with delicately woven tales of the great characters and events from history.
Stewart has 19 studio albums between “Bedsitter Images” in 1967 and “Sparks of Ancient Light” in 2008, plus the live album "Uncorked" with Dave Nachmanoff in 2009.
Al continues to tour extensively around the U.S. and Europe. He is perhaps best known for his hits ‘Year of the Cat” from the Platinum album of the same name and the Platinum follow up album “Time Passages.” But his career spans four decades as a key figure in British music. He played at the first ever Glastonbury Festival in 1970, worked with Yoko Ono pre-Lennon and shared a London apartment with a young Paul Simon.
Tickets and further details from https://thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
Al Stewart came to stardom as part of the legendary British folk revival in the sixties and seventies and developed the combination of folk-rock songs with delicately woven tales of the great characters and events from history.
Stewart has 19 studio albums between “Bedsitter Images” in 1967 and “Sparks of Ancient Light” in 2008, plus the live album "Uncorked" with Dave Nachmanoff in 2009.
Al continues to tour extensively around the U.S. and Europe. He is perhaps best known for his hits ‘Year of the Cat” from the Platinum album of the same name and the Platinum follow up album “Time Passages.” But his career spans four decades as a key figure in British music. He played at the first ever Glastonbury Festival in 1970, worked with Yoko Ono pre-Lennon and shared a London apartment with a young Paul Simon.
Tickets and further details from https://thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
Saturday 19th November 2022 - Katie Grace Harris
The Old Baptist Chapel, Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5SN: Saturday 19th November 2022
with Special Guest Mike Weaver
Katie Grace Harris is a gifted multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter and storyteller with a fast growing reputation in the UK folk world. Her sound can best be described as earthy, piano and accordion accompanied English Folk. Her debut album 'The Toledo Sessions' is released this Autumn, and she will be playing songs from it at this special intimate concert.
"For much of my childhood, we drove around as a family of four in an inherited, dark blue Triumph Toledo, with Nan and Grandad often squeezed in too for good measure, said Katie. Hence the name of the album. "It was a special car because in it I gained my love for singing and stories. Dad and I sang songs from James Taylor, Ralph McTell and The Spinners whilst on our way to collect Mum from late nursing shifts. When we had to make less exciting trips in the car, Mum would make up stories to distract us, Hughie Jones’s song ‘Ellan Vannin’ was a regular favourite of ours and it captures perfectly this fantastic combination of singing and storytelling - I have recorded it as the first track."
For tickets and further information visit www.wegottickets.com/event/547093
with Special Guest Mike Weaver
Katie Grace Harris is a gifted multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter and storyteller with a fast growing reputation in the UK folk world. Her sound can best be described as earthy, piano and accordion accompanied English Folk. Her debut album 'The Toledo Sessions' is released this Autumn, and she will be playing songs from it at this special intimate concert.
"For much of my childhood, we drove around as a family of four in an inherited, dark blue Triumph Toledo, with Nan and Grandad often squeezed in too for good measure, said Katie. Hence the name of the album. "It was a special car because in it I gained my love for singing and stories. Dad and I sang songs from James Taylor, Ralph McTell and The Spinners whilst on our way to collect Mum from late nursing shifts. When we had to make less exciting trips in the car, Mum would make up stories to distract us, Hughie Jones’s song ‘Ellan Vannin’ was a regular favourite of ours and it captures perfectly this fantastic combination of singing and storytelling - I have recorded it as the first track."
For tickets and further information visit www.wegottickets.com/event/547093
Thursday 24th November 2022 - Ellie Gowers
Evesham Town Hall, Vine Street, Evesham WR11 4RL: Thursday 24th November 2022
Ellie is a songwriter and guitarist from Warwickshire. What grew from a childhood love of literature and traditional folk song is a carefully crafted and emotionally mature catalogue of original material, referencing artists such as Joni Mitchell, Nick Drake, and Laura Marling.
Bringing to the stage a strong voice full of expression and maturity, her songs are written with sociological, ecological, and personal themes in mind. These songs, at times, are sensitive and tender, but are not without the fiery and darker discourse that have seen Ellie labelled “dynamic” and “one to watch”.
In the last two years, Ellie has released the EP From Here on Out and followed that with her latest single Against the Tide which earned her a TedX talk. Both of these were welcomed with a good reception from listeners. These songs have been toured widely, both in headline shows and support slots for critically acclaimed artists, up and down the UK.
For tickets and more details visit eveshamlive.co.uk
Ellie is a songwriter and guitarist from Warwickshire. What grew from a childhood love of literature and traditional folk song is a carefully crafted and emotionally mature catalogue of original material, referencing artists such as Joni Mitchell, Nick Drake, and Laura Marling.
Bringing to the stage a strong voice full of expression and maturity, her songs are written with sociological, ecological, and personal themes in mind. These songs, at times, are sensitive and tender, but are not without the fiery and darker discourse that have seen Ellie labelled “dynamic” and “one to watch”.
In the last two years, Ellie has released the EP From Here on Out and followed that with her latest single Against the Tide which earned her a TedX talk. Both of these were welcomed with a good reception from listeners. These songs have been toured widely, both in headline shows and support slots for critically acclaimed artists, up and down the UK.
For tickets and more details visit eveshamlive.co.uk
Friday 25th November 2022 - Oysterband
The Sub Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE: Friday 25th November 2022
From their earliest days as a noisy, politicised ceilidh band in the late Seventies, Oysterband have kept evolving and evolving-long enough to put out not one, but two best-of compilations; ‘Granite Years’ (2000) which covered their career between 1986-1997, and ‘This House Will Stand’ (2016) for the following 1998-2015 period. Now they have launched the next instalment of their journey: a new 10-track album entitled ‘Read The Sky’.
With 32 concert dates planned for the UK & Europe so far in 2022, Oysterband are itching to get back on stage and play the new songs along with all the classics.
Oysterband frontman John Jones said today, “We absolutely cannot wait to get out playing our songs live again. As well as performing new tracks from our recent No.1 album ‘Read The Sky’ live for the very first time,’ we will be bringing out all the big guns plus a few cast-iron fan favourites. Everybody has missed live music so much these past couple of years - we plan on doing our level best to make sure these UK shows are something truly unforgettable.
Tickets and further details from https://thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
From their earliest days as a noisy, politicised ceilidh band in the late Seventies, Oysterband have kept evolving and evolving-long enough to put out not one, but two best-of compilations; ‘Granite Years’ (2000) which covered their career between 1986-1997, and ‘This House Will Stand’ (2016) for the following 1998-2015 period. Now they have launched the next instalment of their journey: a new 10-track album entitled ‘Read The Sky’.
With 32 concert dates planned for the UK & Europe so far in 2022, Oysterband are itching to get back on stage and play the new songs along with all the classics.
Oysterband frontman John Jones said today, “We absolutely cannot wait to get out playing our songs live again. As well as performing new tracks from our recent No.1 album ‘Read The Sky’ live for the very first time,’ we will be bringing out all the big guns plus a few cast-iron fan favourites. Everybody has missed live music so much these past couple of years - we plan on doing our level best to make sure these UK shows are something truly unforgettable.
Tickets and further details from https://thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
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
Sunday 11th December 2022 - Johnny Coppin
The Sub Rooms, George Street, Stroud GL5 1AE: Sunday 11th December 2022
All on a Winter's Night 25th Anniversary Tour
Johnny is joined here by Paul Burgess (ex-John Kirkpatrick Band) on fiddle/stories and Dik Cadbury (ex Steve Hackett, Decameron) on guitars with Geoff March (Decameron) on cello, Mick Candler (Julie July Band, Kevin Brown), and Duncan Kingston (Kevin Brown, Matt Owens)on bass with wonderful and evocative seasonal images from Martin Fry.
This ever-popular concert continues to delight audiences young and old, year on year. Expect a dash of well-written lyrics, some marvelous musicality from five multi-talented artists seasoned with festive memories, warm nostalgia and timeless rustic country customs. There'll be offerings from the latest joyous and celebratory collection and release 'Midwinter Live in Concert' and much loved material from his previous three Christmas albums : 'A Country Christmas', 'Keep The Flame' & 'All On A Winter's Night. A sumptuous evening of new songs ,and old favourites with original and traditional songs/tunes from Britain, Ireland, France and beyond. Book early, this show always sells out!
Tickets and further details from https://thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
All on a Winter's Night 25th Anniversary Tour
Johnny is joined here by Paul Burgess (ex-John Kirkpatrick Band) on fiddle/stories and Dik Cadbury (ex Steve Hackett, Decameron) on guitars with Geoff March (Decameron) on cello, Mick Candler (Julie July Band, Kevin Brown), and Duncan Kingston (Kevin Brown, Matt Owens)on bass with wonderful and evocative seasonal images from Martin Fry.
This ever-popular concert continues to delight audiences young and old, year on year. Expect a dash of well-written lyrics, some marvelous musicality from five multi-talented artists seasoned with festive memories, warm nostalgia and timeless rustic country customs. There'll be offerings from the latest joyous and celebratory collection and release 'Midwinter Live in Concert' and much loved material from his previous three Christmas albums : 'A Country Christmas', 'Keep The Flame' & 'All On A Winter's Night. A sumptuous evening of new songs ,and old favourites with original and traditional songs/tunes from Britain, Ireland, France and beyond. Book early, this show always sells out!
Tickets and further details from https://thesubrooms.co.uk/whats-on
Saturday 4th March 2023 - Steve Knightley
Wychwood Folk Club, The Tiddy Hall, Ascott-u-Wychwood OX7 6AG: Saturday 4th March 2023
Steve is a multi-award-winning singer-songwriter/musician and founder member of folk/acoustic roots trail-blazers ‘Show of Hands’ described by Peter Gabriel as ‘one of the great English bands’.
A constant throughout Steve’s work is his ability to root his songs in time and place, notably the West Country where he was raised. Knightley does not see himself as above or apart from those who come to see him play. “There might be someone who’s dragged a person out of a car crash that day; or a single mother raising kids. Out there, there are more tales of bravery and perseverance than most singer-songwriters can muster up in a lifetime.”
In 2006, Knightley and Beer were voted ‘Greatest Ever Devonians’, beating a list of strong candidates that included Sir Francis Drake and Agatha Christie to the accolade. Again with Beer, and Show of Hands band-mate Miranda Sykes, Knightley was presented in 2015 with an Honorary Doctorate from Plymouth University for services to music.
For tickets and further information visit www.wychwoodfolkclub.com/
Steve is a multi-award-winning singer-songwriter/musician and founder member of folk/acoustic roots trail-blazers ‘Show of Hands’ described by Peter Gabriel as ‘one of the great English bands’.
A constant throughout Steve’s work is his ability to root his songs in time and place, notably the West Country where he was raised. Knightley does not see himself as above or apart from those who come to see him play. “There might be someone who’s dragged a person out of a car crash that day; or a single mother raising kids. Out there, there are more tales of bravery and perseverance than most singer-songwriters can muster up in a lifetime.”
In 2006, Knightley and Beer were voted ‘Greatest Ever Devonians’, beating a list of strong candidates that included Sir Francis Drake and Agatha Christie to the accolade. Again with Beer, and Show of Hands band-mate Miranda Sykes, Knightley was presented in 2015 with an Honorary Doctorate from Plymouth University for services to music.
For tickets and further information visit www.wychwoodfolkclub.com/
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
