The List

Green Note

The Green Note opened in 2005 as an intimate gig venue and vegetarian cafe. Specialising in acoustic, roots, world and open mic sessions. Winning 'London's Favourite Music Venue' accolade from Time Out in 2015. The nearest overground is Camden Road the nearest underground is Camden Town (Northern line). Local buses include 24, 27, 29, 31, 46, 88, 134, 168, 214, 253, 274 and C2; and night buses N5, N20, N28, N29, N31, N253 and N279.

What's On @ Green Note

Dar Williams

Dar Williams

29 Sept 2026 - 8 Oct 2026

One of the most lauded singer-songwriters of her generation, Dar Williams has been captivating audiences with her sheer elegance and honesty in her folk-pop songwriting since the early '90s. As documented on her last album, the 2012 In The Time Of Gods,, Williams’ growth as an individual over her almost two-decade-long career has gone hand-in-hand with her evolution as an artist. She has toured with such distinguished artists as Joan Baez, Patty Griffin, Ani DiFranco, and Shawn Colvin. Lucy Wainwright Roche opens the show.
Dennis Ellsworth

Dennis Ellsworth

2 Sept 2026 - 10 Sept 2026

All the way from Canada, Dennis Ellsworth returns to the UK with his brilliant four piece band. One of Canada's most respected songwriters, he has collaborated with people including Josh Finlayson and Andy Maize (Skydiggers), Gord Downie (The Tragically Hip), Donovan Woods, Rose Cousins, Leeroy Stagger, John Smith, and David Barbe (Drive-by Truckers / Sugar). Signed to Tonic Records and Cymba Publishing his music has appeared in tv shows for Netflix, CBC, HBO and the award winning film, The New Romantic, and on stage he is absolutely magnetic. His recent albums Modern Hope and Hardcore Freewheelin' gained many accolades and have been nominated in the prestigious East Coast Music Awards.
Harry Diplock Sessions

Harry Diplock Sessions

13 Sept 2026 - 13 Sept 2026

Harry Diplock brings the music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli to the Green Note basement. Joined monthly by some of the best gypsy jazz musicians from across Europe, come for an evening of improvisation and surprises!
Ewan Bleach

Ewan Bleach

11 Sept 2026 - 11 Sept 2026

Ewan Bleach is a clarinetist, saxophonist, pianist and singer specialising in 1920s and 30s jazz and blues. Ewan runs a couple of regular London jazz nights -the Cakewalk Cafe at Passing Clouds and the Golden Era of Jazz at the Jamboree. He regularly visits New Orleans for inspiration and has toured in France with the renowned New Orleans street band Tuba Skinny. He Currently works as a Clarinetist with several London jazz bands including Man Overboard, The Basin Street Brawlers, The Dakota Jim band and The Old Hat Jazz Band. Ewan has a large repertoire of rare old songs, from artist such as Billie Holiday, Al Bowlly, Bessie Smith and Jimmie Rodgers, from the rough raggy blues songs of the twenties to the rich luscious ballads of the early 40s.
Marcus Bonfanti

Marcus Bonfanti

14 Sept 2026 - 14 Sept 2026

MARCUS BONFANTI is an award winning singer, guitarist & songwriter from London. He fronted legendary British Rock & Roll band Ten Years After for a decade releasing three albums with them. He also leads The Ronnie Scott's Blues Explosion at their monthly residency now into it's fifteenth year at the prestigious London venue. A twice winner of the British Blues Award for Best Acoustic Performer and Best Songwriter as well as countless nominations in other categories, Bonfanti has toured the world with many artists as well as his own band and released 3 critically acclaimed albums under his own name. He has worked with Eric Clapton, Tom Jones, Van Morrison, PP Arnold, Paul Carrick, Shuggie Otis, Ginger Baker, Ronnie Wood, Fisherman's Friends, Cliff Richard, Joe Louis Walker, Bernie Marsden and Eric Burdon. Opened shows and toured with Chuck Berry, Jack Bruce, Robert Cray, John Mayall, Beth Hart and Little Feat. Known for his deep powerful vocal style and ability to combine many different guitar styles into a unique sound, Bonfanti's solo shows are a journey through the genre of Rhythm & Blues. Playing songs by legendary blues artists as well as more obscure names from the genre as well as groups who have been heavily influenced by this rich music. Utterly spellbinding The Times The next British blues guitar hero The Guardian He will knock you out Huey Morgan Absolutely terrific, go see him live Bob Harris BBC Radio 2
Robb Johnson

Robb Johnson

27 Sept 2026 - 27 Sept 2026

ROBB JOHNSON: Robb Johnson says he's just a bloke with a guitar. He is. But he's one who has chronicled our times: painting the less-than-sunny political landscape in the moonlight of the personal. Just like a folk singer should. "Britain's finest songwriter since Richard Thompson"- Venue "An English original" - Robin Denselow, The Guardian He has played pubs, clubs, pavements, pickets & benefits, arts centres & festivals, local radio, BBC Radio 3 & 4, Belgian Radio 1, Nicaraguan TV & Channel 4, the Albert Hole in Bristol &, as part of Roy Bailey's concert, the Albert Hall in London.
Josh Middleton & Rasika Ajotikar

Josh Middleton & Rasika Ajotikar

8 Sept 2026 - 8 Sept 2026

Rasika and Josh met in London, a city that thrives as a melting pot of cultures. Their music both breaks with and draws upon tradition. Using the grammar and vocabulary of forms such as folk, classical, and semi-classical music of South Asiaand, in the case of the accordion, the many and diverse techniques derived from the various traditional musics that Josh has studied, from Celtic to Bulgarian Folk musicwhile also bending and reshaping them. Instead, they explore the gaps, the in-between spaces, and the surprising connections: how voice and accordion converse, how their sounds meet, what meanings emerge in their open and curiosity-driven encounters. The aim of this project is to answer the question: how can we trust our voices, our skills, and our instincts to what we want to say, without the pressure of proving ourselves within a tradition and its tightly-bound purist norms And how do we have an honest and authentic musical conversation between artists of different backgrounds which moves away from orientalism, gimmick, and the burden of contentious concepts like fusion or world music Rasika is a singer trained in the Hindustani music tradition and has been exploring diverse genres and styles over the past two decades. She is also an ethnomusicologist and currently a Junior Professor at the University of Hildesheim, Germany. Josh is an accordionist and composer, specialising in European folk styles from Celtic to Eastern European folk. He is the UK's leading Klezmer accordionist, and works in theatre as a musical director.
Women of Folk

Women of Folk

13 Dec 2026 - 13 Dec 2026

Following sell-out gigs at the Green Note and Water Rats, Women Of Folk return for another two shows at the Green Note. Gathering together four exceptional voices, Women Of Folk pays homage to the songs and repertoires of the very best women folk singers and singer-songwriters past and present taking in Sandy Denny, Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez, Melanie, Judy Collins, Carole King and many more. Women Of Folk is a collaboration between Linda Moylan (Solo artist), Lizzy Hardingham (Solo, Culverake), Louise Hatch (Solo) and Rebecca Mileham (Solo, Liam Vincent & The Odd Foxes, Indigo) with each distinctive voice bringing its own flavour to the mix, covering all bases from Traditional to Irish to English Folk to Greenwich Village to Laurel Canyon. Linda Moylan has been described as a a stunning singer-songwriter, with a voice to die for. Her most recent album The Fool was included in At The Barrier's list of best albums of 2024 and she was nominated for Best Female Artist of 2024 by Fatea. According to Fatea, Lizzy Hardingham's voice demands to be heard as words alone cant do it justice. She is a solo artist with a huge and still growing reputation and a member of the harmony vocal trio Culverake. She is also a Fatea nominee for Best Female Artist. Louise Hatch released to debut solo album Love Is The Bridge in 2025. Her powerful voice and effortless harmonies bring a more American influence to proceedings. Rebecca Mileham is a gifted multi-instrumentalist equally adept accompanying her crystal-clear voice on piano on her solo material or fiddling like nobody's business with folk-rock roustabouts Liam Vincent & The Odd Foxes.
Annie Dressner

Annie Dressner

13 Oct 2026 - 13 Oct 2026

Annie Dressner is a singer-songwriter, originally from NYC but now based in Cambridge UK. Brimming with razor sharp wit, emotional poignancy and glorious melodies, Annie's straightforward lyrical style, smart wordplay and lilting vocals offer listeners a front row seat to her captivating stories. Annie has released four studio albums and her music has been played extensively across UK national radio, including recording a live session for Gideon Coe on BBC 6 Music. Her recent single For The Thrill Of It features Kathryn Williams and is a scathing commentary about sexual harassment within the music industry, which Marc Riley played 5 times and described as perfect pop music. She has toured extensively in the UK, sharing the stage with Danny and the Champions of the World, Bernard Butler and Badly Drawn Boy, and playing festivals such as Green Man, Secret Garden Party and Cambridge Folk Festival, as well as showcases such as Americana Music Week UK, Folk Alliance in Montreal and AmericanaFest in Nashville. She has completed work on her forthcoming 5th studio album recorded with renowned singer-songwriter Peter Bruntnell. "Dressner is able to paint visceral images and transport the listener to the world of the song. - American Songwriter To these ears, perfect pop music. I adore that. For The Thrill Of It. - Marc Riley, BBC 6 Music "I came back from Folk Alliance a major Annie Dressner Fan" - Ann Powers
Martha Spencer Trio

Martha Spencer Trio

24 Aug 2026 - 24 Aug 2026

With Lucas Pasley & Jake Dwyer Martha Spencer: Martha Spencer is a singer-songwriter, mountain musician and dancer from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. She grew up in the musical Spencer family and learned to play several instruments (guitar, fiddle, banjo, bass, dulcimer, mandolin) and flatfoot/clog at a young age. She performs and has recorded with various groups and has been involved with several roots music projects. She has played shows, festivals and led workshops across the US, Australia, UK, and Europe. Martha's first solo album has been featured in articles in Rolling Stone Country, No Depression, Wide Open Country, Bluegrass Situation, Americana Highways, PopMatters and more. She also has been included in articles in the NY Times, Austin Chronicle and Billboard and was a part of the Fiddlin documentary movie. Lucas Pasley: Lucas Pasley is an oldtime fiddler / banjoist and singer-songwriter from Sparta, NC in the heart of the southern Appalachian mountains. Lucas's great uncle was the fiddler for the early country band The Red Fox Chasers, and Lucas has been devoted to the honoring and preserving the traditional music of his region. He is also a songwriter and pulls lyrics from his family's writing in addition to his own. Lucas has released several albums of both his songs and traditional music with his local band Gap Civil. Jake Dwyer: In addition to playing percussion in the Wonderland Band, Jake Dwyer is a songwriter and guitarist for the Jake Dwyer band and also performs solo. Jake sings heartfelt and soulful songs rooted in vintage blues rock tunes. Appalachian music, through and through, with all the dynamism of a string band and the longing of a lovelorn country song. - Rolling Stone Country Martha Spencer makes traditional-tinted magic on Wonderland. - No Depression Rolling from the mountains of Virginia, Spencer provides an update on the high lonesome sound, blending equal parts country and bluegrass with a high-flying rockabilly sensibility. - Austin Chronicle, Americanafest Spencer's breathy soprano lends an ethereal vibe - The Boot Beguiling as a charm cast in the wind, Martha Spencer spins songs of timeless woods-dwelling folk. - Americana Highway
A Different Thread

A Different Thread

3 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026

A Different Thread are back with their new album 'Call of the Road'. Eleven new songs about love, longing, and wanderlust. A Different Thread's is fronted by the duo Alicia Best from North Carolina and Robert Jackson from the Midlands of England. They originally met busking in Ireland and have been on the road ever since, recording, and touring internationally. They have supported the likes of Jody Stevens (Big Star) and Native Harrow, as well as garnering the attention of the BBC and NPR radio. 'Call of the Road' pulls from the band's respective roots, weaving together elements of British and Appalachian folk into a timeless, minimalist sound.
Matt Holborn Trio

Matt Holborn Trio

9 Oct 2026 - 9 Oct 2026

MATT HOLBORN: Join violinist Matt Holborn and his trio for an evening of swinging jazz violin. Matt and the band will be playing music from the great American Songbook alongside original material from his recent album For Stuff. The album takes inspiration from jazz violin legend Stuff Smith, a major figure in jazz from the 1930s onward who played with Ella Fitzgerald, Oscar Peterson, Nat King Cole, and Ben Webster. Matt is joined by Fraser Urquhart (piano) and Simon Read (double bass).
Miguel Girão

Miguel Girão

30 Sept 2026 - 30 Sept 2026

Described as “one of the most technically gifted and expressive guitarists in Scotland.” (Innes White), Miguel’s music is tied in with a deep understanding and curiosity of the Traditional Scottish music landscape. Originally from the Portuguese Midlands and now based in Glasgow, Miguel has developed a broad style which swiftly shifts between accompanist and soloist, embodying edges of classical, jazz, and contemporary music. With the eagerness to push and dare, the ebb and flow between styles and techniques Miguel displays make him “A new and genuinely unique voice in contemporary Scottish trad. You really haven’t heard this before.” Martin Green (Lau). Recently, Miguel was a finalist at the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2025 competition. He is a founding member of the up-and-coming project the Capstan Quartet welding old and new melodies of the Scottish tradition with contemporary aesthetics. He also plays extensively with pianist Amy Laurenson in both duo and with her quartet. He has also collaborated with North American Fiddle and Cello duo Jocelyn Petit and Ellen Gira, Edinburgh based Singer songwriter Eve Simpson, and Glasgow based band Tern.
Jaimee Harris

Jaimee Harris

22 Nov 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

Jaimee Harris's sophomore effort Boomerang Town marks a bold step forward for this country-folk-leaning singer-songwriter. It is an arresting, ambitious song-cycle that explores the generational arc of family, the stranglehold of addiction, and the fragile ties that bind us together as Americans. Harris began cultivating Boomerang Town in 2016, a time of great loss for many in the Americana community, with the songwriter losing several musicians close to her. A shift in the nation's political landscape had ushered in a new level of cultural polarization and for someone who grew up in a small town outside of Waco, Texas, Harris believed the values instilled by her parents were not entirely in line with how many were viewing, and vilifying, Christians. As a person in recovery, Harris has had to re-evaluate her own connection to faith and find strength in a higher power. It was from the intersection of these social, personal, and political currents that the album was born. While themes of addiction and grief permeate sections of the record, it echoes hope in the face of the darkness. Out February 17th, Boomerang Town understands that love and grief are two sides of the same coin.
Jake Mckelvie

Jake Mckelvie

15 Oct 2026 - 15 Oct 2026

Jake McKelvie has travelled the DIY touring circuit in the US and UK for over a decade, carving out a niche for himself as a songwriter and performer. Known for his "stream of self-consciousness and world weary lyricism, he keeps audiences engaged both as a solo performer or with his newly minted backing band, the New Old Band". His most recent album A New Kind of Hat came out in 2024 and has been touring to support it since. He has been featured on Americana UK, WFMU, Daytrotter, No Depression and has opened for acts like AJJ, Jeffrey Lewis, Clem Snide, Jeff Rosenstock and Steve Forbert. It just slyly worms its way into your brain. - No Depression
Monique Clare

Monique Clare

31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2026

Wielding a cello, powerhouse vocals and magnetic onstage energy, Monique Clare is a multi award-winning songwriter who’s deeply personal storytelling and arresting authenticity has elicited cathartic tears of grief and joy from audiences around the world. Her intrepid career has ranged from teaching music in war-torn Afghanistan to playing cello with Eminem to a crowd of 80,000 people, touring her acclaimed album ‘Sight’ to festivals across Europe and leading hikers up mountainsides for sunrise concerts. With an innovative style that shatters preconceptions of cello playing, a disarmingly candid stage presence and a smile as wide as the Cheshire cat’s, her live show is offbeat and impactful. Featured on the ABC Radio National Music Show, her 2022 debut album ‘Sight’ took out contemporary album and song of the year at the Australian Folk Music Awards and Queensland Music Awards respectively. Her trailblazing style has earned a growing list of accolades: she won a Danny award for her 2024 performance at Celtic Connections in Scotland, was nominated for the 2023 National Live Music Awards, and was named the 2017 Young Artist of the Year by Folk Alliance Australia. “A stellar performer with unbounding energy...she has a powerful presence that draws you in and makes you want to hear more.” - Christine White, New Orleans Jazz Festival “She is a must see” - Heidi Pritchard, National Folk Festival “A force to be reckoned with” - Playlist Play “Mesmerising” - GC News
Nothing in Rambling + Kaspar and Lucy
Nothing in Rambling draw influence from the 1920s and 30s delta and Louisiana blues, channelling the passion and playfulness of the great performers from that era. Kaspar and Lucy's sound is rooted in the raw Mississippi Hill Country blues style and the powerful hypnotic grooves of the juke joint. Together theyll be raising hell, taking you to church and giving you an unforgettable night of primal blues. KASPAR & LUCY: A collaboration between Kaspar Berry Rapkin & Lucy Piper sees two established musicians from the UK's Blues scene come together to play the upbeat Hill Country & Delta Blues from the land where they first met, Clarksdale, Mississippi. Dedicated to capturing the raw hypnotic energy you'd find in a traditional 'Juke Joint', both musicians are devoted to keeping this unique music alive, with an added fresh edge. Hailing from St Albans and Exeter, Kaspar plays regularly on the London Blues circuit as well as at many of the leading UK's Blues Festivals, both solo and with his band 'The Swamp Dogs', whilst Lucy is well known on the scene for her role as a Blues session Drummer, and has played with the likes of Ben Waters, Mississippi Macdonald, and James Oliver, as well as many American Blues artists out in the Delta, such as Watermelon Slim and Robert Kimbrough Sr. Her late father was Blues Musician & Music journalist Julian Piper, who she also played with, in his band 'Junkyard Angels'. Kaspar and Lucy believe that the genre deserves a larger audience and are determined to showcase its power, authenticity, and irresistible groove to new listeners and dedicated blues fans alike. NOTHING IN RAMBLING Sister Suzie and Andy Twyman take you on a musical journey through Mississippi and Louisiana performing music by artists such as Memphis Minnie, Blind Boy Fuller and Elmore James. Guided by a mutual passion for early blues, they evoke the playfulness, power and soul of the music and the people who created it. 2024 saw the release of their highly acclaimed debut album Live at Bush Hall, which received airplay on the Cerys Matthews BBC Radio 2 Blues Show. In 2024 they've played as Nothing in Rambling at Red Rooster Festival, Upton Blues festival as well as Glastonbury. Theyve both enjoyed success as separate artists before working together. Suzie sings and rocks the blues with her band Sister Suzie and The Right Band. Andy performs a lauded one man band show, blending blues with comedy, and also plays guitar in Dana Gillespie's London Blues Band. Their chemistry brings out the mischief and humour in songs of sexual liberation. Their emotional connection with the stories of the early blues performers gives soul to the deep blues and gospel songs they perform. Andy's nimble and authentic guitar work provides the perfect back drop for Suzie's powerful blues vocals and on-stage charm to shine as they come together in Nothing In Rambling. I adore this album, it has touched my soul Stephen Harrison, Blues Matters Magazine review of Live at Bush Hall Suzie's voice is unforced, achieving numerous stylistic changes, while Andy's guitar is technically impressive, versatile and consistently delivers flawless accompaniment Morgan Hogarth, RnR Magazine
Phil Doleman

Phil Doleman

4 Sept 2026 - 4 Sept 2026

Phil's love of vintage blues, swing, and jug band music shines through as he blows the dust off obscure old songs and gives new life to classics. With just his big voice, stomping foot, and driving rhythms on both ukuleles and banjos hell take you back to the juke joints of the 20s. His original songs blend in seamlessly, with many believing them to be old songs that had passed them by. massively entertaining If you think blues cant be done on a banjo or ukulele, think again Blues Matters Genuinely good-time music from ukulele stalwart, who also plays a mean banjo fRoots 'some of the best music Ive heard in a long time Dan Phelps, blues artist If you dont know him already, you should! Playing, singing and stage presence are all top shelf Matthew Fox, American roots musician and songwriter As seen at The Acoustic Festival of Britain, The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, Derby Folk Festival, Tenby Blues Festival, Aberjazz Festival, Upton Blues Festival, Crossover Bluegrass and Old Time festival, Bellingham All Acoustic Festival, Off The Tracks, Grand Northern Ukulele Festival, Bracklesham Ukulele Weekends, The Ukulele Festival of Great Britain, The Ukulele Festival of Scotland, Whitwell Festival, and Exile Festival. Phil has travelled all over the UK and to Europe and the US performing and leading workshops at festivals, theatres, and clubs. He has performed on BBC radio and TV, and shared stages with some of the world's finest players. He is a regular contributor Uke Magazine, has composed pieces for the London College of Music ukulele grades, and is the author of several books including How Music Works On The Ukulele, How Songs Work On The Ukulele, and Blues Ukulele. The Phil Doleman signature model soprano uke is produced by Millar Ukuleles and World of Ukes.
Tish Hinojosa + Anny Celsi

Tish Hinojosa + Anny Celsi

25 Nov 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Tish Hinojosa is a singer-songwriter from Austin, Texas. Hinojosa's blend of folk, country, Latino, and pop has an undeniable far-reaching appeal, garnering her accolades such as a White House concert at the invitation of President and Mrs. Clinton and teaming up with artists such as Joan Baez, Booker T. Jones, Flaco Jimenez, Pete Seeger, and Dwight Yoakam. She has recorded as an independent artist as well as for A&M, Warner Bros, and Rounder Records and has been a featured artist on Austin City Limits, A Prairie Home Companion and other NPR programs. With seventeen CDs to her name, Tish's distinct sound has gained her much critical acclaim. Tish has toured extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe and continues to draw a loyal and growing audience. Anny Celsi: Her style has been described as beatnik cool, pop-noir, and 'slightlydelic pop jangle, and has evoked comparisons to artists like Aimee Mann, Lucinda Williams and Jackie DeShannon. The LA Weekly cited her as one of this city's smartest and catchiest pop songwriters. Her 2009 album "Tangle-Free World, produced by Nelson Bragg of the Brian Wilson Band, showcased influences ranging from Bacharach to The Bangles and back and was chosen by Al Kooper for his Cream of the Crop album list. Combining Brill Building hooks with a storyteller's eye for detail, Anny's live performances infuse the traditionally introspective singer-songwriter format with wit, soul and energy.
Will Pope

Will Pope

21 Oct 2026 - 21 Oct 2026

Will Pope's music blends heartfelt storytelling with modern, atmospheric production. Drawing from indie, alternative, and acoustic influences, his sound is both intimate and expansive, pairing emotive vocals with thoughtful lyrics about love, change, and self-reflection. Pope has played shows all over the country and in notable local venues like St Pancras Old Church and Union Chapel, and sold out Green Note Basement last year. This tour marks the release of his second album 'True to Form' recorded and produced at The Crypt Studio in London.
David Mcalmont

David Mcalmont

3 Sept 2026 - 6 Sept 2026

In this special solo tour, David McAlmont invites audiences on an intimate journey through an extraordinary career. Part concert, part live memoir, the show traces his musical story from the early days of Thieves, through McAlmont & Butler, landmark collaborations, and acclaimed solo work. With trademark voice and candour, McAlmont reflects on the songs, people and moments that shaped him, weaving stories between performances drawn from every chapter of his career. Fans can expect a carefully curated set that plays like a live greatest hits, re-imagined in a stripped-back, personal setting that places his musicianship and storytelling centre stage. This is a rare opportunity to experience David McAlmont up close: one voice, one artist, and a body of work that has continually crossed genres while remaining unmistakably his own.
Svavar Knútur

Svavar Knútur

26 Nov 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

A native of the rugged north of Iceland, troubadour and storyteller Svavar Knútur has dedicated his life to exploring the human condition through the lens of his country's dark and often tragic history and unique melodies and narrative style. Channelling the angst ridden serenity of long dark winters and the insomnia of the 24 hour glaring summer sun, this eclectic musician has in recent years blossomed into a sublime singer and songwriter. Svavar Knútur's songs of misery and redemption deliver a healthy dose of hope in the midst of despair. A humoristic storyteller and avid diver into the murky waters of the human condition, Svavar Knútur sows and reaps a unique mixture of art and entertainment. Drawing upon a wide range of influences, three of Svavar Knútur's most governing ones are without doubt Nick Drake, Will Oldham (Bonnie Prince Billy) and Kris Kristofferson, although such artists as Leonard Cohen, Cat Stevens, Joni Mitchell, Nick Cave and many more singer/songwriters have contributed to the Icelandic troubadour's development.
Rob Heron & Conrad Bird

Rob Heron & Conrad Bird

4 Nov 2026 - 4 Nov 2026

Rob Heron has been touring the world with his band The Tea Pad Orchestra for the past 15 years, throwing flavours of classic country, gypsy-swing, rhythm & blues, and rockabilly into his original songs. Originally from the Lake District, but based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, he is well-known for his live performances, and dry humour on stage. He and his band have toured with big-name Americana outfits such as Pokey LaFarge, The Dead South, and Sierra Ferrell. 2026 sees Rob recording his first 'solo record since 2008, delving deeper into that lonesome country sound, yodelling cowboy songs, and more intimate song-writing. Conrad Bird is a rambling rover from North Yorkshire, and after over a decade of fronting the very popular festival act, Holy Moly & The Crackers, he is finally taking it back to the roots, with a brand-new solo EP of poetic folk songs, and Dylan-inspired balladeering. His gravelly voice and his on-stage story-telling result in a very charming stage show. Together, the Cumbrian cowboy, and the Yorkshire rover are heading off on a country-wide tour, both promoting their new solo releases, and briefly taking a step back from the wild rock & roll circus!
Truffle Valley Boys

Truffle Valley Boys

2 Oct 2026 - 2 Oct 2026

The Truffle Valley Boys are a band with a mission: to bring back the raw, powerful and authentic sound of the early years of Bluegrass music no compromises. The group draws its repertoire and sound from some of the more obscure Bluegrass groups of the 1950s defining years for this musical genre, which developed as a branch of Country music, strongly influenced by Gospel, Swing and Blues, and played an important role in the birth of Rock-A-Billy. The Truffle Valley Boys perform authentic Blue Grass in the most uncompromising way, around a single microphone and using period instrumentation, with the utmost attention to musical and aesthetic details, a fiery drive and a healthy dose of good-natured entertainment! Since its founding in 2014, the band has appeared at most major Bluegrass, Country and Rock-A-Billy music festivals and events in Europe, and travels thousands of miles each year touring. They have been featured in the foremost trade magazines of the field, such as Bluegrass Unlimited and Bluegrass Today, and their records have received enthusiastic reviews and airplay on radio stations all over the world. Since 2019, the band is even featured in a permanent exhibit on international Bluegrass at the Bluegrass Music Hall Of Fame And Museum in Owensboro, KY! The Truffle Valley Boys' show is a real throwback to era gone by, and their music is a tribute to the genuine, raw and powerful sounds of the more obscure regional Bluegrass acts of the 1950s...full steam ahead, indeed!
Claire Hastings

Claire Hastings

2 Nov 2026 - 2 Nov 2026

"Hastings' talents not just as a musician but as a compelling storyteller were obvious" - The Herald "Claire Hastings is blessed with confidence and a very fine voice, beautifully sustained" - Hi-Arts Claire Hastings is a folksinger/songwriter originally from Dumfries, Scotland. She is a graduate of the BA Scottish Music degree at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, specializing in Scots song. Last year, Claire won the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland's Young Traditional Musician of the Year award. Since winning the title, Claire has had the opportunity to perform at many high-profile events including BBC Proms in the Park with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Music Day where she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie Cullum and Deacon Blue. Other performances include Orkney Folk Festival supporting Seth Lakeman, at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh and in 4 reviewed show 'A Man's a Man' at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Claire is currently one of the leading folk singers in Scotland, and was nominated for Scots Singer of the Year at the Scottish Traditional Music Awards in 2015. Please note: doors open: 7pm, music starts at 8.30pm. The venue comprises both seated and standing space. There are a limited number of seats. These are allocated on a first come first served basis, so if you'd like a seat, please ensure you arrive early. We reserve the right to release all unclaimed tickets for re-sale at 9.15pm. If you will be arriving after this time, please inform us in advance, so that we can hold your tickets for you.
Alice Howe & Freebo

Alice Howe & Freebo

20 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026

With her soulful, impeccably tuned voice and beautifully crafted songs, Alice Howe is 'a gem... at once of the moment and timeless, personal and universal', wrote Mark Walton at AmericanaUK. Her pure and versatile performances testify to a musical style that's rooted in 60s-70s folk, blues and recalls the Southern California singer-songwriter. A rising star of the Boston music scene, Alice made a huge impact when she released her 2017 CD You’ve Been Away So Long, and a follow-up full-length album, produced by legendary bassist turned singer-songwriter Freebo (renowned for his work with Bonnie Raitt, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Maria Muldaur and Dr John) is on the way. Alice and Freebo have been touring together in the States to great acclaim, and the legendary musician will be accompanying her for these UK dates.
Joe Mansfield & The Temperance Two

Joe Mansfield & The Temperance Two

18 Sept 2026 - 18 Sept 2026

Joe Mansfield & the Temperance Two are a Bristol-based trio bringing high-energy Appalachian folk to modern stages. With fiddle, guitar and clawhammer banjo at the core, their sound is driven by hypnotic rhythms, tight interplay and rich storytelling. After honing their craft busking and hosting late-night sessions, they’ve gone on to support leading contemporary folk artists and sell out intimate venues. Their debut album First Time at a War captures the raw intensity of their live shows... bold, instinctive, and deeply rooted in tradition.
Mike Mitchell Band

Mike Mitchell Band

4 Sept 2026 - 4 Sept 2026

Virginia's Mike Mitchell Band features masterful fiddle work, strong harmonies, and rising young pickers. Their dynamic performances blend tradition, family, and original songwriting into a compelling, modern bluegrass sound. The band reflects Mike's passion for mentoring the next generation of bluegrass artists, carrying forward the style, discipline, and joy of traditional music." "Throughout his career, Mike has collaborated with some of bluegrass music's most respected artists, and his recordings have featured top-tier talent from the genre. His album, "Fathers & Sons" became a milestone project, not only because of its deeply personal theme, but also because it was the final album session for the late Jason Moore. The release elevated Mike's national profile, earning airplay on Sirius XM's Bluegrass Junction and top chart recognition across the bluegrass industry." "The Mike Mitchell Tour 2026 highlights Mike's newest bluegrass album, "Love Songs, Torch, & Bluegrass," produced by award-winning musician and Grand Ole Opry performer Darin Aldridge. Full of love songs, both endearing and tragic, there is the occasional "torch" song--a ballad expressing unrequited or lost love. These songs feature themes of longing and heartache, combined with the undeniable bluegrass and songwriting Mike is known for. Mike Mitchell shares: "with Love Songs, Torch & Bluegrass, I wanted to capture everything I love about bluegrassthe emotion, the storytelling, the energy. Every song reflects a part of my journey, from quiet, heartfelt ballads to lively instrumentals. This album isnt just music to me; it's a snapshot of where Ive been, who Ive become, and the path Im excited to keep following in bluegrass.
Matinée Performance: the Maes

Matinée Performance: the Maes

13 Sept 2026 - 13 Sept 2026

The Maes bring modern folk to life with lush harmonies and acoustic mastery on guitar, mandolin, fiddle and banjo. Born in Victoria, Australia, the sisters grew up immersed in a melting pot of music from around the world washed up on stolen land. The Maes are outstanding live, with engaging storytelling and spinetingling harmonies. The sisters draw their audience in like your sweetest and scariest friend. With echoes of Gillian Welch and The Waifs, there is a timeless luminescence and simplicity to the songwriting and sound of Maggie and Elsie Rigby. As well as selling out headline shows around the country and overseas, their international festival appearances include appearances at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival (USA) Edmonton Folk Festival (Canada) Celtic Connections Festival (UK) and Woodford Folk Festival (Aus). The band's fourth studio album, 'Abreast' was released in August 2025 and was supported by a tour of the UK opening for Grace Petrie as well as playing the Shetland and Orkney Folk Festivals. The Maes also celebrated the album's release by curating a one-day folk-festival-style event, 'Abreastival' in Castlemaine's iconic Theatre Royal. The band's previous albums, 2019's self-titled record and 2017's Take Care, Take Cover won the Music Victoria, Folk/Roots Album of the Year among a host of other accolades. Ive always had such love for The Maes! Their timeless sound is always sung with such sincerity and emotion straight from the heart. Josh Teskey simply superb The Australian quite simply breathtaking Rhythms Magazine
The Maes

The Maes

13 Sept 2026 - 13 Sept 2026

The Maes bring modern folk to life with lush harmonies and acoustic mastery on guitar, mandolin, fiddle and banjo. Born in Victoria, Australia, the sisters grew up immersed in a melting pot of music from around the world washed up on stolen land. The Maes are outstanding live, with engaging storytelling and spinetingling harmonies. The sisters draw their audience in like your sweetest and scariest friend. With echoes of Gillian Welch and The Waifs, there is a timeless luminescence and simplicity to the songwriting and sound of Maggie and Elsie Rigby. As well as selling out headline shows around the country and overseas, their international festival appearances include appearances at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival (USA) Edmonton Folk Festival (Canada) Celtic Connections Festival (UK) and Woodford Folk Festival (Aus). The band's fourth studio album, 'Abreast' was released in August 2025 and was supported by a tour of the UK opening for Grace Petrie as well as playing the Shetland and Orkney Folk Festivals. The Maes also celebrated the album's release by curating a one-day folk-festival-style event, 'Abreastival' in Castlemaine's iconic Theatre Royal. The band's previous albums, 2019's self-titled record and 2017's Take Care, Take Cover won the Music Victoria, Folk/Roots Album of the Year among a host of other accolades. Ive always had such love for The Maes! Their timeless sound is always sung with such sincerity and emotion straight from the heart. Josh Teskey simply superb The Australian quite simply breathtaking Rhythms Magazine
Jessica Sevier + Ryan Langdon

Jessica Sevier + Ryan Langdon

9 Sept 2026 - 9 Sept 2026

Toronto-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jessica Sevier merges country, roots, and Americana influences with rock energy and R&B touches, creating music as edgy and raw as her lyrics. With over 2.2 million career streams to date, Jessica recently released her new pop-country track Panic Years via The Orchard. Jessica has been steadily growing her fanbase through live performances in her home country, sharing the stage with artists like Jack Wharff Band, Dean Brody and Tim and the Glory Boys, and playing at key music venues including Nashville's Whisky Jam and Toronto's Lee's Palace. "Jessica crafts edgy, raw music that reflects her lyrics celebrating strength and vulnerability in a way that is clearly about and for real people." Harlton Empire Country artist Ryan Langdon has proven himself as an undeniable force in the country music scene, with over 17 million career streams to date, three Top 40 hits and one Top 30 hit on Canadian country radio and one Top 15 hit on Australian country radio. He recently released his electrifying new single My Best Dance Moves via Slaight Music / Universal Music Canada. "My Best Dance Moves" is a high-energy, feel good anthem inspired by the golden era of 90s country, when the music was all about having a damn good time, when all you need is your favorite tune and a little liquid courage to walk up to that special someone at the bar, hit the dance floor, and show off your best moves. The track was produced by Andrew Martino (Down With Webster, Theo Tams) and co-written by Ryan Langdon and platinum selling, award-winning artist Chad Brownlee. Known for his anthems like Lit In The Sticks and Crushin Cans Ryan continues to strike a balance between high-energy party tracks and heartfelt moments with tracks such as Country Like You that explores his journey into family life. Ryan is back in the studio working on music for his next EP and is gearing up to perform shows across Canada in 2026.
Richard Shindell

Richard Shindell

10 Nov 2026 - 18 Nov 2026

Originally from New York, Richard Shindell now divides his time between Buenos Aires, Argentina and New York’s Hudson Valley. He is a writer whose songs paint pictures, tell stories, juxtapose ideas and images, inhabit characters, vividly evoking entire worlds along the way and expanding our sense of just what it is a song may be. Starting his career in New York City, he has now released a number of much lauded albums including Reunion Hill and Somewhere Near Paterson. In 1998, Shindell joined forces with his friends Dar Williams and Lucy Kaplansky to record an album of covers under the guise of Cry Cry Cry which further enhanced his reputation. His songs have attracted many fans including Joan Baez who has covered his song, Reunion Hill, as well as touring with Show of Hands who are great admirers of his talents. He’s been a rare visitor to the UK of late – catch him while you can.
Samuel Moore – Flamenco Guitarist

Samuel Moore – Flamenco Guitarist

22 Oct 2026 - 22 Oct 2026

Get ready to be captivated by the mesmerising music of Samuel Moore, the multi-award winning flamenco guitarist. With his exceptional talent and mastery of flamenco, Samuel will transport you to the heart of Spain in this concert. Whether you are a dedicated flamenco fan or simply looking for a unique cultural experience, this event promises to be unforgettable! This performance is part of Samuel's UK tour to support the release of his début solo album! SAMUEL MOORE:Hailed as a fantastic flamenco guitarist (BBC Radio 3) and winner of the Vienna International Music Competition (2025) and the Manhattan International Music Competition (2023), Samuel Moore is fast establishing himself as one of the leading musicians of his generation. Since 2007 he has performed in venues across the UK, Europe, and North America. Solo performance highlights include New York's Carnegie Hall and Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London. When not on tour or recording, Samuel enjoys passing on his musical knowledge through teaching. Notably, he is the author of the Flamenco Guitar Compa's Essentials book series. Samuel learnt his craft as a one-to-one student of the world-renowned flamenco guitarists: Juan Martín, Grisha Goryachev and Dennis Koster. He has also attended workshops led by Paco Peña. Samuel is an alumnus of Leeds Conservatoire, class of 2013.
Hartwin Dhoore Trio

Hartwin Dhoore Trio

23 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026

Hartwin Dhoore is an accordionist and composer, born and based in the Northern part of Belgium called Flanders; The heart of Europe. The name Hartwin is old Germanic and means 'strong friend, a role he endeavors to fulfill in his personal life and his presence as an artist. His instrumental songs serve as the medium through which he shows his most authentic self, his connection with the divine, and offer hope, joy, inner peace, and emotional support during challenging times. Over the years, he developed a unique style of playing the diatonic accordion combining melancholy and simplicity, creating a cinematic and atmospheric universe. His music has a certain softness that can be best experienced firsthand during live concerts where the listener finds himself in a safe space for emotional connection and healing. In a world where authenticity resonates deeply with listeners, Hartwin's music speaks to the heart and offers the accompanying soundtrack for the listener's inward journeys and reflections.
Petunia

Petunia

20 Sept 2026 - 27 Sept 2026

Petunia is more than just an entertainer, he’s a modern musical enigma. Imagine Hank Williams on acid, if David Lynch and Nick Cave had a hillbilly baby that yodelled, or Tom Waits met Elvis Presley at Woody Guthrie’s hobo junction. These are just a few ways of describing the man known simply as Petunia. He’s an adventure seeker, a poker player, and a mysterious stranger. He’s been referred to as “The Saviour of Country Music”, and a man who exists in a different era, bringing the past forth as something new to be celebrated and not forgotten. Petunia grew up in rural Quebec, but currently resides in Vancouver BC, and works with several sets of sidemen across Canada, the US and Europe in addition to his own Vancouver based band, The Vipers. A restless wanderer, a musical historian, and a quirky yet amazing talent, Petunia is simply a Canadian treasure. Petunia released a new album Callin Me Back in 2025.
Harry Bird

Harry Bird

9 Oct 2026 - 14 Oct 2026

Harry Bird is a modern day troubadour, mixing genius songwriting (RnR Magazine, UK) with a voice that has captivated audiences all over Europe and beyond. An experienced circus and theatre musician, he is a versatile storyteller with a love of rhythm and rhyme, allegory and dance. Drawing on British folk, Americana and other world music genres, his lyrically charged performances are a freewheeling cabaret of finely crafted songs and good humour. His compositions have featured on stage and on screen, most recently in Damian McCarthy's horror films, the award winning Oddity and the 2026 thriller Hokum (starring Adam Scott). He has written the soundtracks to four touring circus shows in the Basque Country (performing in two), sung on audiobooks for Penguin and appeared regularly as a multi-instrumental actor/musician at the Bristol Old Vic theatre. 2026 sees the release of his fifth studio album, Absurditties, following 2023's "Mucho Picnic" and three earlier albums as Harry Bird and the Rubber Wellies on his own label Hot Drop Records. His band includes Scottish-Australian bluegrass maestros Pepita Emmerichs and Theodore Barnard (Rain of Animals / Good Guy Hank) along with powerhouse Scottish songwriters Gavin McGinty (GAVIN / Sinderins) and Chris Bradley (Aberfeldy). Original, entertaining and thought-provoking, his energetic, feel-good shows are not to be missed.
Adam Ross

Adam Ross

27 Sept 2026 - 3 Oct 2026

One of Scotland's most talented singers and songwriters Klof Adam Ross is an indie-folk songwriter based in north-east Scotland. He is a solo artist and has also led the cult indie band Randolph's Leap for over a decade, releasing music with legendary Fife label Fence Records and Lost Map as well as Olive Grove Records and Fika Recordings. He is known for his unique brand of articulate lyricism which blends humour, poignancy, wordplay and offbeat stories. Adam released a debut solo album Staring At Mountains in 2022, a sparse trio album featuring Pedro Cameron and Jenny Sturgeon. This was followed by the 2024 release of a critically acclaimed second solo album, Littoral Zone, produced by multiple Scottish Album Of The Year Award nominated composer and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Wasylyk. The album further cemented Adam's status as one of the country's most original songwriters. He released a standalone synth-pop single Drink The First Light featuring C. Duncan in 2025 and Adam's third album, Bring On The Apathy, will be released on 15th May 2026 via Fika Recordings. Adam has a track record of playing at festivals and venues across the country including Green Man, Celtic Connections, Belladrum and the Edinburgh Fringe. His reputation as an engaging, witty, storytelling performer was also enhanced by his role in The Isle of Love, a country-wide touring theatre show inspired by his songs. He also released two albums of vocoder country-pop music under the pseudonym A.R. Pinewood. His music has received regular airplay on BBC Radio Scotland and BBC 6 Music including various singles and albums of the week. He has also received excellent press in newspapers such as The Herald and The Scotsman. Sheer class BBC Radio Scotland Charm and character to spare - The Scotsman Ross's storytelling and songwriting is still second to none The Skinny In a fair world, this literate, funny, humane album would cement his status as a national treasure. - Klof The Scottish Father John Misty - For The Rabbits Ross lyrics have often been described as witty or clever but this sells his talent a bit short; his words are incisive, insightful, astute, literary, informed, inventive and best-of-all relatable. - Resound Online Pre-release praise for Bring On The Apathy: "Masterful songwriting, memorable hooks and melodies at every turn, delicate arrangements and knowing and wise lyrics. A wonderful album. Highly recommended." - Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub) "Adam's music and songwriting comfortably inhabits the sweet spot between Edwyn Collins and The Beautiful South, and this album captures him in fine, fine form" - James Yorkston "A clutch of literate and thoughtful new songs from Adam Ross, dressed in tasteful arrangements that revel in a rich chamber pop tradition. Adam's lyrics are singular, raising eyebrows, smiles and spirits, usually in the same song." - Withered Hand Support from Grace Pounds: "With a captivating blend of emotive lyrics and rich acoustic melodies, Grace brings an intimate yet powerful energy to every performance. Her indie-folk sound is marked by heartfelt storytelling and a rich, distinctive voice."
Gary Stewart

Gary Stewart

4 Sept 2026 - 20 Sept 2026

The Scottish songsmith has released four albums to date, with his latest offering Use It Or Lose It due for release in October this year. The album was recorded in a little barn studio in the Yorkshire Dales and features collaborations with Seth Lakeman, David Ford, Alex Hart, Ellie Gowers, The Magpies and Graham Coe (Sam Kelly & The Lost Boys). His debut record, Boy Cries Wolf, garnered much praise from Janice Long and was played on Radio 2 courtesy of Steve Lamacq. The left-hander is also no stranger to the festival circuit, having played Kendal Calling, Green Man, Deershed and Beardy Folk Festivals to name but a few. When not performing and recording his own music, the multi-instrumentalist busies himself playing bass for Leeds-based Fleetwood Mac tribute, Weetwood Mac (ex-Ellen & The Escapades) and fronts his own reworking of Paul Simon’s classic album, Graceland, with a seven-piece band who have played many a theatre and festival, including Shrewsbury, Towersey, Costa Del Folk, Moonbeams, and Underneath The Stars. Tonight, expect to hear a mix of Gary’s back catalogue and songs from his new album, interspersed with some of Paul Simon’s best-loved hits.
Tim Penn & the Second Line

Tim Penn & the Second Line

22 Aug 2026 - 22 Aug 2026

Over the last few years, Tim Penn and The Second Line have firmly established their reputation as one of the top New Orleans R&B outfits in London, regularly gigging at top London clubs and bars such as Nightjar in Old Street, Upstairs at Ronnie Scott's (9 consecutive sold-out shows) and Pizza Express Soho. If you like Fats Domino, Professor Longhair, Dr John, Allen Toussaint, The Neville Brothers, mixed in with a nod to Ray Charles and Tom Waits and an occasional bit of old school Jelly Roll Morton - then this is one band you wont want to miss. Tim Penn is of course no stranger to The Green Note, having played The Green Note Basement Bar regularly ever since it opened in 2014, along with Second Line guitarist, Chris Proctor. Going back to the 1970s, he played with the legendary Dorris Henderson's Eclection and also in the Kevin Coyne band alongside Andy Summers (The Police) and Gordon Smith (Described by John Peel as The foremost white Blues guitarist in the world ). These days, as well as leading The Second Line, he can also be found playing with The Cadillac Kings (The U.K.'s finest purveyors of blues & swing Blues in Britain Magazine). "These guys are amazing!! Their popularity and presence grow with each gig they do for us. Not surprising with the exceptional level of talent, commitment and all round positive energy they bring to every performance" The Ram Jam Club at The Grey Horse, Kingston Right from the outset, the album sounds like it was recorded at a different time, sometime in the past when music was music. The band immediately sounds great, authentic, and punchy. Dale Storr (Top UK New Orleans piano player), reviewing It Is What It Is, We Are What We Are the band's self-produced CD from 2017
Flamy Grant

Flamy Grant

9 Nov 2026 - 9 Nov 2026

Call her a drag queen, call her a musician, call her an entertainer but trust: you will call her. Flamy Grant is a trailblazing artist from Asheville, North Carolina. No matter the category, she sets stages ablaze with blistering vocals, bold looks, brilliant songwriting, and brave storytelling. Flamy made drag history in 2023 when her debut album Bible Belt Baby reached #1 on the iTunes Christian music charts, earning her headlines in Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, Billboard, People, and more. Too big for just one genre, Flamy snatched a 2026 International Folk Music Award nomination for Best Album for her sophomore record CHURCH which also hit #8 on the iTunes Country charts. Here are just a few more of the accolades tucked away in Flamy's makeup kit: 2025 Asheville Fringe Arts Festival winner for Audience Favorite for her solo comedy cabaret show Apocalypse WOW! 2025 International Folk Music Award nominee for Best Artist 2024 Queerty Awards nominee for Drag Royalty 2023 Kerrville Folk Festival winner for the New Folk Songwriting Competition 2023 QueerX Award nominee for Best Drag Artist Named one of the Top Ten Queer Country albums of the year in both 2024 and 2025 by Rainbow Rodeo Magazine Beautifully blending her Appalachian roots with drag artistry and musical excellence, Flamy has stormed stages from Los Angeles to London, from New York to the Netherlands, racking up over 1.5 million streams on digital music platforms. This powerhouse vocalist, intrepid songwriter, and shame-slaying drag queen serves up a therapeutic, theatrical experience that is fearless, flamboyant, and full of heart.
FoBo Jug Band

FoBo Jug Band

24 Oct 2026 - 24 Oct 2026

The FoBo Jug Band is a London-based acoustic trio that plays country blues and barrelhouse ragtime that is guaranteed to get your feet stomping! The group employ a range of modern and traditional American folk instruments (guitars, piano, harmonica, washboard and kazoo) to capture the music of an era which laid the foundations for some of the greatest sounds of the 20th century. With a stonking set of classics by the likes of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee, Big Bill Broonzie and Leroy Carr, The FoBo Jug Band brings a unique and authentic voice to its repertoire, which paradoxically, makes the material sound as fresh and potent as it does timeless and credible.
Dan Webster and Emily Lawler

Dan Webster and Emily Lawler

21 Sept 2026 - 24 Sept 2026

‘The missing link, the joining point, where folk fuses with country - as good as you’ll hear on any record out of Austin or Nashville - beautiful, a malleable mash of folk, country and Alt rock.’ Americana UK Dan Webster and Emily Lawler deliver a compelling transatlantic blend of Americana, country, folk, and roots. Hailing from York, UK, the duo has won over audiences across the UK and Australia with their captivating live performances and finely crafted songs. Dan Webster’s powerful, warm vocals and storytelling prowess draw from his Yorkshire heritage - weaving tales of family, fishing, and life’s emotional undercurrents into songs that echo with the spirit of bluegrass, country, and English folk. Whether delivering a stripped-back ballad or igniting a dancefloor at a festival, his song writing is as grounded as it is emotive. At his side, Emily Lawler brings extraordinary fiddle work shaped by both Celtic and country influences, along with soaring harmonies that add richness and depth to the duo’s sound. Together, Dan and Emily have become favourites on the UK festival scene, playing major sets at Green Man, Shambala, Kendal Calling, and Maverick Festival.
Xav Clark

Xav Clark

20 Oct 2026 - 20 Oct 2026

Xav Clarke launches his new album. An indie-rock artist blurring the lines between homespun philosophical lyric writing and wonked-out cinematic fuzzy soundscapes informed by his award-winning composition work for animation and film; expect 'whimsical, wobbly dreamscapestransforming scrapped cartoons, warped tape hiss, and off-kilter spontaneity into music where imperfection feels alive.' Line Of Best Fit Xav Clarke launches his new album. An indie-rock artist blurring the lines between homespun philosophical lyric writing and wonked-out cinematic fuzzy soundscapes informed by his award-winning composition work for animation and film; expect 'whimsical, wobbly dreamscapestransforming scrapped cartoons, warped tape hiss, and off-kilter spontaneity into music where imperfection feels alive.' Line Of Best Fit Xav Clarke launches his new album. An indie-rock artist blurring the lines between homespun philosophical lyric writing and wonked-out cinematic fuzzy soundscapes informed by his award-winning composition work for animation and film; expect 'whimsical, wobbly dreamscapestransforming scrapped cartoons, warped tape hiss, and off-kilter spontaneity into music where imperfection feels alive.' Line Of Best Fit 2025 saw the release of Xav's last album 'Fossil Forest' released independently on his Jurassic Kid Records (produced by Mike Lindsay of Tunng/LUMP) and published by Warp Records. The record and lead single 'Bluebells' was often heard on BBC 6 by Cerys Matthews etc, with a live session for BBC Introducing accompanied by a 2 week UK/EU tour. 2026 sees a follow up album of lo-fi rock firecrackers and hits of sundazed longing, starting with the release of a new single 'DVD Region 3' from Xav in the spring, accompanied by an EU tour. The first single 'DVD Region 3' (which features vocals by longtime collaborator Milly Upton) sounds like two friends searching for their story arc through wallets of scratched DVDs , that skip, yearn and sing to their dream's own rhythms - whilst drowning in a world of film-noise and nostalgia. Mixing Xav's music's cinematic qualities with offbeat songwriting that is inspired as much by the cosmic tendencies of The Flaming Lips, as by the open hearted directness of Neil Young or Kurt Vile. As well as his solo project, and band Itchy Teeth, Xav is a close collaborator of 80's cult icon Lawrence, performing and writing in his most recent guise as 'Mozart Estate'- spending some of this year on tour with Primal Scream. Xav is also an award winning composer - currently shredding out and making the music for the new Pokémon series by stop motion legends Aardman after scoring and writing songs for the cult Cartoon Network show 'The Wonderfully Weird World Of Gumball' FFO: Kurt Vile, Morgan Nagler, King Tuff, Neil Young, Big Thief, Billy Nomates, The Flaming Lips 'I rather like that ;)...' BBC Radio 6 - Cerys Matthews 'Folklore, Philosophy and Fuzz, British composer Xav Clarke crafts whimsical, wobbly dreamscapestransforming scrapped cartoons, warped tape hiss, and off-kilter spontaneity into music where imperfection feels alive.' Line Of Best Fit 'A glorious swirl of indie vocals, swooning guitars and laidback beats, wrapping you in a multicoloured haze of euphoria.' EARMILK 'Beautiful Song' John Kennedy, Radio X - 'Hot One' 'There's always a playful and imaginative feel to genius Xav Clarke's music.' Abbie McCarthy, BBC Introducing Live Session 'Xav Clarke sounds like he inhabits a surreal wonderland; a place far more colourful and fantastical than plain old Earth. Whether he's composing for cartoons or making music for himself, there's a wide-eyed, dreamlike quality to his work' COMPOSER
Matinée Show: Jaimee Harris

Matinée Show: Jaimee Harris

22 Nov 2026 - 22 Nov 2026

Jaimee Harris's sophomore effort Boomerang Town marks a bold step forward for this country-folk-leaning singer-songwriter. It is an arresting, ambitious song-cycle that explores the generational arc of family, the stranglehold of addiction, and the fragile ties that bind us together as Americans. Harris began cultivating Boomerang Town in 2016, a time of great loss for many in the Americana community, with the songwriter losing several musicians close to her. A shift in the nation's political landscape had ushered in a new level of cultural polarization and for someone who grew up in a small town outside of Waco, Texas, Harris believed the values instilled by her parents were not entirely in line with how many were viewing, and vilifying, Christians. As a person in recovery, Harris has had to re-evaluate her own connection to faith and find strength in a higher power. It was from the intersection of these social, personal, and political currents that the album was born. While themes of addiction and grief permeate sections of the record, it echoes hope in the face of the darkness. Out February 17th, Boomerang Town understands that love and grief are two sides of the same coin.
Kitty O'Neal

Kitty O'Neal

29 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026

Join Kitty ONeal at the piano for a special, stripped-back evening in the Green Note basement on Thursday 29th October, celebrating the release of her upcoming album 'Here I Go Again Feeling It All'. This intimate performance will offer a rare chance to hear the songs in their rawest form, alongside stories behind the music and a relaxed, informal Q&A. Expect an honest, close-up experience that brings you right to the heart of the record. (Ahead of a full band tour in February 2027)
The George Crotty Trio

The George Crotty Trio

6 Oct 2026 - 6 Oct 2026

The George Crotty Trio (GC3) makes multicultural chamber music that is both cinematic and conversational, with lyrical melodies, sparse arrangements, and continuous improvisation. To quote Whole Note Magazine, ...the music certainly plays like a showcase of the cello's capabilities...Crotty's virtuosity and melodicism undeniably take center stage... About their 2022 release, Chronotope, All About Jazz wrote: Cellist George Crotty excels at blending various elements into a unique musical brew. On Chronotope, a cross-cultural mix of South American, Arabic, Indian, and contemporary jazz idioms amount to a stream of genre- blurring invention. The GC3 has performed at the 21C Festival, Small World Music Festival, Copenhagen Vinterjazz Festival, and the New Directions Cello Festival. They have toured internationally in cities such as Toronto, Montreal, New York, Chicago, Washington DC, Bogota, Sao Paolo, London, Berlin, Antwerp, and Copenhagen. Canadian cellist George Crotty has forged his own exciting vocabulary, pushing the boundaries of the cello. Following his graduation from the Berklee College of Music, Crotty immersed himself in New York's jazz and world music scenes, playing with several ensembles, such as the Brooklyn Raga Massive, and Detroit-based National Arab Orchestra. Crotty has also worked with esteemed musicians such as Bob Ezrin, Adam Rudolph, Simon Shaheen, and Paquito DRivera. Crotty has performed as a soloist and bandleader in The Americas and Europe and enjoys active collaboration in film & theatre. He toured North America with award-winning Broadway musical, The Band's Visit, and played on the video game soundtrack for Assassin's Creed Mirage. The GC3's new album, Heart Music, is a transatlantic travelogue of creative encounters in Copenhagen, Delft, Berlin, Toronto, and Brooklyn. Inspired by European jazz, Hindustani raga, and chamber music, Crotty's compositions are further illuminated by a formidable rhythm section comprising John Murchison (bass) & Jeremy Smith (percussion). Deviating from a trio's typical hierarchy, the three players intertwine on their own spontaneous terms in an exploration of groove and colour, lending Crotty's tunes an exciting three-dimensional quality. ft. Mikele Montolli (bass) & Adam Teixeira (percussion) Transcends the trio format. - The WholeNote A stream of genre-blurring invention. - All About Jazz Sounds like the cosmopolitan centre Toronto is. - Canadian Music Centre
Jana Varga & Izzie Derry

Jana Varga & Izzie Derry

19 Aug 2026 - 19 Aug 2026

Jana Varga and Izzie Derry join forces for a UK co-headline tour, bringing together two distinctive voices in an intimate and powerful celebration of storytelling through song. Exploring themes of love, heartbreak, freedom and belonging, this is more than just a showit's a meeting of musical minds and a shared journey of collaboration, connection and sisterhood. Together, Izzie and Jana craft a live show that is both intimate and uplifting. Witness the powerful and lush sound, as they harmonise and reimagine each other's songs in arrangements created especially for this tour. Their individual stories unite in a shared narrative transporting you into their world right from the first note. Slovakian-born Jana Varga is a former classical flautist who left the orchestra path for songwriting. Her sound, shaped by European folk, jazz, and gospel, brings a captivating warmth to the stage. After living across Europe, Jana settled in the UK, where she has released two critically acclaimed albums and built a loyal international following. Her expressive performances have graced prestigious venues like the Royal Albert Hall, where she performed alongside the legendary Dionne Warwick. A highly sought-after collaborator, Jana records with platinum-selling artist Rumer and fronts the acclaimed Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell project. Izzie Derry has quickly established herself as a compelling live performer and songwriter, known for her honest lyricism and captivating presence. She has supported acclaimed artists including Fairport Convention and John Grant, and has performed at Glastonbury Festival. As she prepares to embark on her debut European tour, Izzie continues to build momentum.
Hartwin

Hartwin

23 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026

Hartwin is an accordionist and composer, born and based in the Northern part of Belgium called Flanders; The heart of Europe. The name Hartwin is old Germanic and means 'strong friend, a role he endeavors to fulfill in his personal life and his presence as an artist. His instrumental songs serve as the medium through which he shows his most authentic self, his connection with the divine, and offer hope, joy, inner peace, and emotional support during challenging times. Over the years, he developed a unique style of playing the diatonic accordion combining melancholy and simplicity, creating a cinematic and atmospheric universe. His music has a certain softness that can be best experienced firsthand during live concerts where the listener finds himself in a safe space for emotional connection and healing. In a world where authenticity resonates deeply with listeners, Hartwin's music speaks to the heart and offers the accompanying soundtrack for the listener's inward journeys and reflections. Chris Avery is a Welsh guitarist-composer bridging ancient melody and contemporary performance with his guitar and voice. Rooted in traditional Welsh music, his performances move fluidly between genres, from traditional dance music to Bach. He has appeared on stages from Glastonbury to Shakespeare's Globe, and on BBC Radio 2's Folk Show and Radio 3's In Tune.
Common Ground

Common Ground

10 Nov 2026 - 10 Nov 2026

Common Ground is a four-piece Americana group from Bristol. Since forming in 2024, they have gone on to become favourites of the Bristol music scene. With their heady blend of four part harmonies, intricate instrumental arrangements and catchy melodies, they are set to capture the imagination of audiences for many years to come. Felix Churchill-Moss (mandolin, guitars, vox), Joe Hampson (guitars, vox), Mikey Moast (guitars, vox) & Arthur Sawyer (banjo, mandocello, vox) are set to release
Stella Prince

Stella Prince

23 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2026

Prince is an old soul a 21-year-old singer/ songwriter whose holy trinity of singers hail from the 1970s or earlier. Forbes Stella Prince is an LA-based singer-songwriter who blends the storytelling of her Woodstock roots with modern pop sensibilities. Already a history-making performer at venues like the Bluebird Cafe, she is currently preparing for the 2026 release of her highly anticipated debut album. Stella Prince doesnt remember life before music. The prodigious 21-year-old singer-songwriter from Woodstock, NY, first began voice lessons at age four and hasnt looked back since, and now ranks among the most exciting young voices in folk music. Already a veteran of touring circuits, Prince is readying a debut albumdue in Fall 2026to follow a string of critically acclaimed singles, including 2024's Dear Future Me and What's Mine, which collectively earned praise from celebrated outlets like No Depression, Forbes and the Nashville Scene.
Seth Tabatznik

Seth Tabatznik

5 Sept 2026 - 5 Sept 2026

Seth Tabatznik is an indie-folk musician born in London and now based in South Africa's Western Cape. Inspired by 1960s folk artists like Simon & Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, Nick Drake and James Taylor, and shaped by spiritual and musical mentorship from Rainer Scheurenbrand and Nick Mulvey. His sound is honest and intentional, rooted in live instrumentation and simple, heartfelt lyrics exploring self-discovery, consciousness, and our relationship with the Earth; blended with a modern indie sensibility. Seth began releasing music in 2024 after stepping back from leadership roles in environmental and conscious enterprises due to ill-health. A period of stillness and reconnection with nature led to his debut album, When the Wind Rests. His second album, Awakening Embers, launched in February 2026.
Open Mic

Open Mic

29 Sept 2026 - 29 Sept 2026

NB: AUDIENCE TICKETS ONLY CAN BE PURCHASED HERE (£5). PERFORMER SLOTS CANNOT BE PRE-BOOKED, THEY ARE ALLOCATED ON THE DAY ITSELF ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS, SO WE RECOMMEND ARRIVING EARLY! (...queues usually form before door opening time, so definitely worth coming early to secure your slot!) Every month, come rain or shine, a steady queue always starts forming outside Green Note, as people come from far and wide to perform at our open mic. Every month the standard of music continues to amaze us, and we feel confident our open mic has an atmosphere that is hard to beat. But don't take our word for it, come and judge for yourself. If you'd like to perform at our open mic we'd love to see you, and we're sure you'll leave the night with new friends and contacts.
Kenan Flannery & the Bandit Queen of Sorrows
Join us for a uniquely intimate matinee at London's iconic Green Notea rare, candlelit gathering of two modern-day troubadours on a shared stage for the very first time. Kenan Flannery Hailing from Dublin, Kenan Flannery is a songwriter for the damned and the broken. With a voice that hits with the intensity of a hundred Irish poets and a sound rooted in the raw authenticity of the folk tradition, Kenan weaves the storytelling legacy of The Dubliners with the grit of Townes Van Zandt and John Prine. Having toured across Europe and shared stages with the likes of The White Buffalo and The Wolfe Tones, Kenan brings his "bone-breakingly beautiful" songs to Camden for an afternoon of laughter, tears, and unfiltered storytelling. The Bandit Queen of Sorrows Joining him is Leslie Fox-HumphreysThe Bandit Queen of Sorrows. A poet, multi-instrumentalist, and veteran of the rails, the Bandit Queen crafts a soundscape of dark folk, blues, and 1920s jazz. With a haunting, authentic voice and a musical arsenal ranging from banjo and cello to the Shruti box, she brings the dust and echoes of the road to the stage, performing original dark poetry and ballads born from a life lived on the move. A Special Matinee This is a limited-capacity event in one of London's most cherished listening rooms. With both artists making their debut at The Green Note, this promises to be a powerful, one-of-a-kind afternoon of music. Tickets are extremely limited. Secure yours now for an unforgettable journey through the shadows and the light.
Rhona Macfarlane

Rhona Macfarlane

14 Oct 2026 - 14 Oct 2026

Rhona Macfarlane is a rising Scottish singer-songwriter whose emotive voice and evocative storytelling have been described as casting a gentle spell over her audience. Macfarlane creates a deeply immersive and emotional soundscape, whether through gentle guitar and intimate vocals or expansive, cinematic arrangements with soaring strings, crafting worlds that feel both vast and personal. Her work has been described as building an atmosphere of tranquillity and respite, drawing listeners into a space of reflection and serenity. Rhona released her highly anticipated debut album, As The Chaos Unfolds, in January, 2025. The album was co-produced by Rhona and Matt Ingram. As The Chaos Unfolds is an evocative collection of songs that captures the essence of a coming of age experience. Singles from the album received widespread radio play from the likes of BBC Radio 2, Radcliffe and Maconie on BBC 6, BBC Ulster and numerous BBC Scotland shows such as single of the week on the Afternoon Show, Ricky Ross Another Country, Travelling Folk, Iain Anderson, BBC nan Gàidheal and a live performance on BBC Quay Sessions as part of Celtic Connections. The album made the Top 40 Folk Charts and received a four-star review from The Scotsman. A gorgeous song Angela Griffin, BBC Radio 2 A lovely thing Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 6 Music
Kihaya Blues

Kihaya Blues

25 Sept 2026 - 25 Sept 2026

Please note: doors open: 7pm, music starts at 8.30pm. The venue comprises both seated and standing space. There are a limited number of seats. These are allocated on a first come first served basis, so if you'd like a seat, please ensure you arrive early. We reserve the right to release all unclaimed tickets for re-sale at 9.15pm. If you will be arriving after this time, please inform us in advance, so that we can hold your tickets for you. We can be contacted by email on [email protected] Kyazi Lugangira, UK Based Tanzanian singer-songwriter, guitarist and band leader of "Kihaya Blues" has emerged as a creative composer with music that blends Soul, Blues, Jazz, Latin and Hip Hop, with Roots coming from East, West, South Africa,Cape Verde, Madagascar and Caribbean Music. Kyazi has featured as a rhythm guitarist and vocalist with West African kora players Sona Jobarteh and Jally Kebba Susso; Soul Jazz artists, Tone Richardson, Miryam Solomon, Bumi Thomas; Dance music producer Kay Suzuki; Latin, African,Soul and Dance music producer Koichi Sakai (Ghetto Lounge) Myoyu Jazz Soul Collective, singer songwriter and composers Amira Kheir and Jean Ndow. Kihaya Blues have played at many venues across London including the Royal Festival Hall, Richmix, Strong Rooms, Passing Clouds, and the Hootanany and Kyazi has toured extensively around Africa, Europe, South,Central America and South East Asia.
Joe Webb Trio

Joe Webb Trio

23 Sept 2026 - 23 Sept 2026

Joe Webb Piano Will Sach Will Sach Sam Jesson Drums JOE WEBB TRIO: Joe Webb, described as one of the UK's most captivating young pianists, is excited to bring his music to Green Note. With a performance CV that includes collaborations with renowned artists such as Wynton Marsalis and Jamie Cullum and Jools Holland, Joe is now making a name for himself as a band leader. Inspired by performances together serving as the house band at a prominent London venue for over two years, Joe began composing music specifically tailored to double bassist Will Sach and drummer Sam Jesson. Webb's ability to seamlessly intertwine the raw energy of 90's Brit pop bands, his love for football, and his deep-rooted connection to the Jazz piano tradition, will no doubt captivate audiences and create an excitement from global audiences.
Stella Prince with Charlotte Shaw and Marta
“Prince is an old soul... a 21-year-old singer/ songwriter whose holy trinity of singers hail from the 1970s or earlier.” - Forbes Stella Prince is an LA-based singer-songwriter who blends the storytelling of her Woodstock roots with modern pop sensibilities. Already a history-making performer at venues like the Bluebird Cafe, she is currently preparing for the 2026 release of her highly anticipated debut album. Stella Prince doesn’t remember life before music. The prodigious 21-year-old singer-songwriter from Woodstock, NY, first began voice lessons at age four and hasn’t looked back since, and now ranks among the most exciting young voices in folk music. Already a veteran of touring circuits, Prince is readying a debut album-due in Fall 2026-to follow a string of critically acclaimed singles, including 2024’s “Dear Future Me” and “What’s Mine,” which collectively earned praise from celebrated outlets like No Depression, Forbes and the Nashville Scene.
Songdog

Songdog

20 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026

Songdog are a trio centred around Welsh songwriter Lyndon Morgans. He is joined by longstanding fellow Songdog regular Karl Pod Woodward, who provides keyboard and the distinctive Mellotron sound that peppers the latest album, plus violinist Bethan Frieze. Mirabilia Mundi was released in 2025 on Junkyard Songs and is the current album from Songdog. Over the course of the record's ten songs Lyndon continues his exploration of favourite themes: time passing and the struggle to make sense of a disappearing world; a foreboding of things ending and a looking back at long-lost glory days. There are nods to the earliest Songdog albums woven throughout for those who know them. There's a new producer, too, Al Steele (also known as guitarist with The Korgis). Previous albums include 2022's Of Gods And Men (which came out under Lyndon's own name), A Happy Ending, Joy Street, 'Last Orders at Harry's Bar, A Life Eroding, A Wretched Sinner's Song, The Time Of Summer Lightning, Haiku and The Way Of The World and were released to great reviews from the likes of Uncut, Mojo, The Mirror, Maverick, RnR and Americana UK amongst others. Lyndon's tracks have featured on BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6Music plus other regional and international shows, he recorded a session for Tom Robinson's show and his music has been praised by Bruce Springsteen and Robert Wyatt. What theyve said about the music: Ten songs, ten peerless evocations of place, people and time passing, where every word is exactly right and every line conjures up an unforgettable image or memory.. This will be the album of the year. 5 RnR (Jeremy Searle) A gifted, fearless songwriter 'sculpting heart's-done-time melancholy, reverie, black comedy and poetry into extraordinary shapes. 4 Mojo (James McNair) These are elegies for art and bad behaviour that felt immortally good, an old idea of bohemia defiantly hanging on. 8/10 Uncut (Nick Hasted There lingers a feeling that Mr Morgans is a little bit star crossed. It is a wonderful world and Morgans has travelled through it possessing a big talent. Americana UK (Andy Davidson) Mortality, loss and failed dreams loom large, through Morgans's deeply poetic words and the simple but intoxicating melodies. Fatea (Mike Davies) Broken-hearted canvases filled with elusive, poetic narratives. Arts Desk (Thomas Green)
Tog Fàire

Tog Fàire

19 Oct 2026 - 19 Oct 2026

Tog Fàire are a Brighton-based Celtic folk duo, made up of Simon Stallard (Flute, whistles, singing) and Jake Tweddle (Guitar, singing) Tog Fàire play a mixture of traditional Scottish and Irish songs and tunes, including Scottish Gaelic singing, as well as music from contemporary folk artists. Their sets are made up of modern compositions by musicians who are at the heart of the living folk scene, while others can be traced back centuries. They love the stories behind these tunes and their roots, whether old or new. Expect fiery toe-tapping reels, reimagined sets with a contemporary spin, ancient airs or all kinds in between
Stella Prince with Emily Denton and Ally London
“Prince is an old soul... a 21-year-old singer/ songwriter whose holy trinity of singers hail from the 1970s or earlier.” - Forbes Stella Prince is an LA-based singer-songwriter who blends the storytelling of her Woodstock roots with modern pop sensibilities. Already a history-making performer at venues like the Bluebird Cafe, she is currently preparing for the 2026 release of her highly anticipated debut album. Stella Prince doesn’t remember life before music. Emily Denton is a London-born, countryside-raised alt-pop singer, songwriter, topliner, and self-taught music producer known for her emotionally raw lyrics and highly catchy melodies Ally London is an artist redefining boundaries with a sound as colourful and varied as her musical journey.
Terra Spencer

Terra Spencer

19 Apr 2027 - 19 Apr 2027

Bad ideas, VCRs, crumbling factories, hairy dogs, questionable tattoos...all are fair game for Nova Scotian funeral director-turned-songwriter Terra Spencer ~ and the songs are good ones, judging from the accolades her four albums have received, and from the calibre of her collaborators, which include Dave Gunning, and Matt Andersen, and David Francey who welcomed Terra as a co-writer and performer on his JUNO-winning album ‘The Breath Between’. Cinematic storytelling is a hallmark of many great Canadian folk songwriters, but in Terra’s case, it is charged with the wood-paneled ’70s warmth of Elton John, Karen Carpenter, and Jackson Browne. As a fun-loving and fearless solo performer, Terra has played some of Canada’s most renowned festival stages, including Mariposa, Stan Rogers Folk Festival, and Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival, where her Maritime waltz “Lunenburg Moon” has become an unofficial anthem. Think Steve Poltz and Carole King’s East Coast cousin. Although her butterscotch voice, deft fingerstyle guitar, and gospel-charged piano make her a formidable musician, it’s her onstage ease and crackling wit that make each show feel like a knee-to-knee conversation in a room of 5 or 500.
London Bluegrass Band

London Bluegrass Band

29 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

From the small but thriving bluegrass scene in London, the London Bluegrass Band emerged in 2021 from its roots in sessions and jams across the city. The collective, dedicated to showcasing and fostering the bluegrass scene in the capital, is made from a diverse, international group of musicians who love bluegrass old and new, and love sharing it! The line-up consists of; The Vanguards front-man and premier Monroe-style bluegrass picker, Jack Baker on vocals and mandolin Singer, player and luthier extraordinaire, Cedric Thorose on Dobro and vocals Papa Tommy Amenta from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on guitar and vocals London Bluegrass Band director and British Bluegrass News editor, Chris Lord on banjo Talented jazz-man, Theo Malka-Wishart, holding it down on double bass
Chloe Matharu + Theo Dussek

Chloe Matharu + Theo Dussek

10 Mar 2027 - 10 Mar 2027

Chloe Matharu: "A voice of milk and honey - Anaïs Mitchell "Superwoman enigma... incredibly talented " - BBC Scotland Chloe Matharu is a Scottish Indian singer songwriter, harpist and harmonium player based in the Outer Hebrides. She is an independent, multi-award winning, internationally touring, musician and draws on her experience of sailing the world as a Navigational Officer in the Merchant Navy to lend a voice to the modern day seafarer through music. Bringing back to life the folk tradition of narrating working conditions and traditions, she uses her lived experiences, storytelling, and music to reel audiences into her watery world. Live, Chloe performs in English, Scots, and Gaelic interlinking modern and historic maritime themes through song. Solo, Matharu accompanies her singing with either her Celtic Harp or her Punjabi grandfather's Harmonium. Her performances are deeply personal and unique. She also performs as the Chloe Matharu Trio (voice/harp, guitar, flute); the Chloe Matharu Band (voice/harp, guitar, flute and fiddle) or as Chloe Matharu and the Celtic Deep (voice/harp, guitar, flute, fiddle, percussion, keyboard) the latter offering a mix of more upbeat songs alongside Chloe's original repertoire. You may have come across Chloe in her TV and radio features such as on BBC Scotland's Island Crossings, BBC Woman's Hour, BBC Loose Ends, features in The Times and The Sun, amongst others. She is the only artist to have won Celtic Music Radio's Album of the Year twice; she's also received the Danny Kyle Award at Celtic Connections amongst other awards and nominations including MG Alba Awards Scots Singer of the Year Nominee. She's a Live Music Now musician and is involved in her local community. When not performing music Chloe spends her time riding her horses, long distance sea swimming and running her croft on Isle of Lewis in the Western Isles of Scotland. "A beautiful dynamic movement that carries the listener along." - Folk Radio UK Theo Dussek: Theo Dussek Pirate Troubadour is an acoustic folk singer-songwriter - a nomadic, romantic soul from simpler days of sailors and sweethearts, whalers and horse carts. He finds himself in the 21st century with an endeavour to keep alive the troubadour's tradition of serenading, whilst being ever-influenced by the oceans and rivers that call to his heart. Theo places poetry and storytelling at the heart of his craft. Fingerstyle guitar playing, tender melodies and deep lyrics; let the music hook you in - and youll be a fan forever. His latest album Written in the River is a personal map of healing, identity and serendipitous meetings; an offering to the queer folk canon as evidence of hope. If youve ever loved - Theo's got your back. Theo is awaiting his invitation onto Greenpeace's Rainbow Warrior as the ship's official artistic chronicler; funding has yet to be allocated. In the meantime he continues to perfect a machine that travels time - his voice-activated Compass Yamaha Guitar. The songsa celebration of love and joy to which we can all relate Folk London More [of his] happy song[s]! Theo's 4-year-old nephew There is a frank and earnest sincerity to Theo's lyric stylehe sings with clarity and feeling, straight from the heart. Folk and Honey
Toby Yapp Presents: Blossom Time at Green Note
In October 2021, a concert celebrating the album 'Blossom Time At Ronnie Scott's' was put on to a sold out crowd at MAP Cafe in Kentish Town. Having met whilst studying jazz at the London conservatoires, the band bonded over a shared love for Dearie's hip, subtle arrangements, effortless piano playing and unique vocal style. Paying homage to the legendary recording's laid back vibe, they also added fresh sounds and stylings of their own - making for an unforgettable night. Now, 5 years later, the band return at the Green Note to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the live recording. Expect an intimate night of classic standard repertoire and witty lyrical tunes from a tight, swinging quartet. Immy Churchill - Vocals Sam Davies - Piano Toby Yapp - Double Bass Dom Hall - Drums
Tropanka

Tropanka

26 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Tropanka are an instrumental and dance ensemble who specialise in the exhilarating music of Eastern Europe, from the heartbreak of Yiddish laments to the insatiable groove of Macedonian wedding music and everything in between. Tropanka is a type of dance from Bulgaria, which literally means the stompy one. Expect exhilarating folk music towards and beyond Eastern Europe. From the mind-bending rhythms of Bulgaria to the tearjerking laments of Klezmer, the insatiable grooves of Macedonia and the majesty of Transylvanian music, Tropanka are passionate about the traditional soundscapes of these regions and share this music in unforgettable shows.
The Mountain Firework Company

The Mountain Firework Company

12 Sept 2026 - 12 Sept 2026

The Mountain Firework Company are an acoustic 5 piece based in Brighton, England. They came together over heartache and wine to create what has been described as "gorgeous folk/alt country pop, with equal parts darkness and cheeky humour " and "alternative bluegrass with a dark treacle folk centre"
Dai Price & Al Dunn

Dai Price & Al Dunn

19 Sept 2026 - 19 Sept 2026

Dai Price (of Dai & The Ramblers and The Cosimo Matassa Project) and Al Dente Dunn, whose credits include Loudon Wainright and Richard Thompson, explore the world of New Orleans music and more with just double bass and piano. Dai Price's voice is an instrument capable of dark forcefulness and languid tenderness, conjuring up the mercurial spirit of a young, full-throated Alex Chilton. (Songlines)
Daniel Mcguinness + Adam Falkingham

Daniel Mcguinness + Adam Falkingham

16 Sept 2026 - 16 Sept 2026

Dan: Daniel McGuinness is a singer-songwriter from Kent, UK, drawing influence from folk, rock and pop. He has been consistently releasing singles and honing his sound since 2022, garnering a reputation along the way for his strong melodies, smooth vocals and thought-provoking lyrics. Daniel's music has featured regularly on BBC Introducing and in Caffè Nero's in-store playlist, on rotation within its 600+ stores across the UK. Daniel has also performed at some of London's legendary music venues including The Troubadour, The Green Note and Pizza Express Live. Adam: Hailing from Southend-on-Sea, Adam Falkingham combines the wonders of the great outdoors with personal experiences to create his own brand of rustic indie-folk music. A musician and producer since a young age, Falkingham has supported artists such as Alex Cornish (music for The Big C and BBC's Wainwright's Walks) as well as Chris Shiflett (Foo Fighters) as part of the support act. Having released and produced music for different projects, Falkingham released a solo debut EP in 2023 entitled One Day Like No Other, which received praise from BBC Introducing and Future Hits Radio. 2024 and 2025 saw single releases for tracks including Campfire Light and Start Again with his latest release, The Storm, released this year - all will make their way onto a new EP for the end of summer 2026. Falkingham recently performed at this year's Dart Music Festival in Devon and returns to London's Green Note for a third year in a row, having performed there last October.
Honey's Three

Honey's Three

20 Sept 2026 - 20 Sept 2026

With Will Sach on bass and Kai MacRae on drums, Honey Boulton presents his original compositions with the faithful guitar trio. Honey's compositional style draws from influences such as Wes Montgomery, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Charlie Parker, whilst always remaining grounded in his experiences in the 21st century. The swing and joy of the trio is contagious, you'll not be able to keep from tapping your foot.
Tropanka

Tropanka

26 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Tropanka are an instrumental and dance ensemble who specialise in the exhilarating music of Eastern Europe, from the heartbreak of Yiddish laments to the insatiable groove of Macedonian wedding music - and everything in between. Tropanka is a type of dance from Bulgaria, which literally means “the stompy one”. Expect exhilarating folk music towards and beyond Eastern Europe. From the mind-bending rhythms of Bulgaria to the tearjerking laments of Klezmer, the insatiable grooves of Macedonia and the majesty of Transylvanian music, Tropanka are passionate about the traditional soundscapes of these regions and share this music in unforgettable shows.
Pete Williams

Pete Williams

6 Nov 2026 - 6 Nov 2026

Im a fan of the great Pete Williams. He tells terrific stories set to beautiful melodies and sung with passion, charisma and heartfelt honesty. He draws me in every time. - IMELDA MAY Pete Williams is a founding member of Dexys Midnight Runners and also a pivotal force in their recent resurgence as Dexys. With three critically acclaimed albums to his name, he has rapidly earned a reputation for delivering blisteringly memorable live shows. In 2021 he and his band joined the legendary Specials on a 21 day sold out Protest Songs UK tour. In 2024 they headlined the Lunar Stage at Moseley Folk Festival and performed a sold-out show at the brand new performance space at Birmingham Symphony Hall. Williams was personally invited by Craig and Charlie Reid to open for the mighty Proclaimers, spanning a total of 30 live shows, and more recently with Andy Wellings completed a successful run of 15 sold out shows as special guests to Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison (Ocean Colour Scene) on their semi-acoustic, 'Evening with' 2023 UK tour. The songs are damn good IGGY POP (BBC 6 Music) What a fantastic songwriter and singer the man is. We both thought that his first record 'See' was the stand out album of 2012. Pete is a storyteller in his songs, and writes as a mature man who has lived and suffered and loved. The soulfulness that Pete brings to everything that he does is inspiring. He has the passion of a young writer, and the philosophical overview of a wise man." CHARLIE & CRAIG REID (THE PROCLAIMERS) For me, it's all about recognising in another brother or sister that same appreciation that another side to this life exists. We can smell each other out. Pete smells good and is a damn fine man and musician. - RICHARD HAWLEY ★★★★ MOJO MAGAZINE ★★★★ THE MIRROR Like Elvis Costello and Paul McCartney, Williams has the ability to make magic of the mundane. CLASSIC ROCK MAGAZINE 8/10
Joe Hiles Trio

Joe Hiles Trio

25 Sept 2026 - 25 Sept 2026

Joe hiles- Guitar/Vocals Tom Ward- Piano Ben Love- Bass Sharing a love for swing-era music, this trio is inspired by artists such as Nat King Cole, Billie Holiday, and Louis Armstrong. Celebrating the earlier piano trio format that substitutes guitar for drums, the band performs a set including arrangements from Nat King Cole's Trio alongside a selection of their favourite jazz standards.
Isabel Rumble

Isabel Rumble

28 Sept 2026 - 28 Sept 2026

Isabel brings an understated magnetism to each performance. Her “voice like honey” (ABC) immediately captivates and her spacious songs draw audiences into attentive listening spaces where vulnerability and warmth are held with ease. Isabel’s music is deeply influenced by nature, quiet observation and a reverence for the inner life. In weaving contemporary folk with lyrical intimacy her songs are deeply human and restorative. Isabel has toured extensively across Australia, the UK and Europe, including appearances at festivals such as Port Fairy Folk Festival and Blue Mountains Music Festival. Reviewing her latest album Atwood Magazine (US) wrote: “Hold Everything Lightly is that rare record that feels like a conversation with the soul. It asks nothing of you but stillness - to listen, to breathe, to let go.” Throughout 2026 she is on the road touring the new album including a return to the UK, Ireland and Europe alongside multiple Australian dates and festival appearances.
Niall Connolly

Niall Connolly

22 Sept 2026 - 22 Sept 2026

A masterclass in songwriting and performance - John Platt, WFUV There's So Much More to See explores themes of division, love, death, grief, gratitude and resistance, all the while attempting to move past fruitless anger towards, what Nick Lowe so memorably called, Peace Love and Understanding. Spanning 11 songs in under 37 minutes, Connolly's 10th studio album is a balm for troubled times. A master storyteller, he has consistently tapped into the emotional Zeitgeist with soul-punching honesty, dark humor, infectious melodies and mountains of touring. Twenty five years since his debut, this is his best work yet. A songwriter's songwriter, Connolly is hugely respected in the indie folk scene in New York. He is the founder of Big City Folk, a collective that has curated hundreds of events throughout the city and state. Guest artists over the years include Anais Mitchell, Mick Flannery, Lucius, Susan ONeill, Mundy, and Lana del Rey (before she went by that name). In the spring of 2001, inspired by a small advert in the Irish Examiner, Connolly hatched an unusual plan. He signed up to be a paid subject at a medical research trial at Shandon Clinic in Cork city. Afterwards he took his earnings to the local Credit Union and explained, I have 500 pounds and a plan. Can I have 3000 pounds His debut album Songs from a Corner was the result of that plan. It sold well enough to inspire new plans. As tomorrow creeps from the east ( 2003) and The Future Tense ( 2007) followed before Connolly relocated to the US where he was recognized by no less of a musical authority than the US government, as an, Alien of Extraordinary Ability. In the almost 20 years since then, he has made 7 more studio albums and continued to carve out a living as an independent musician in one of the world's most musical cities. Connolly has played over 4,000 gigs all over Europe and US. He has opened for Glen Hansard, Lisa Hannigan, Lucius, The Frank and Walters, Lisa ONeill, Damien Dempsey, The Wonder Stuff, Evan Dando, and many more. Produced by multi instrumentalist Len Monachello at Soundtronics, New York, There's So Much More to See features his long term NYC band comprising Len Monachello, Chris Foley, Brandon Wilde, Dennis Cronin, E.W. Harris as well as guests Holly Laessig ( Lucius, Joni Mitchell), Moushumi Chitre ( Alara), Kenneth Griffin ( Rollerskate Skinny, August Wells) and MJ McCarthy ( Album Club, Zoey Van Goey, Elephant) and Warren Malone. There's So Much More to See was mastered by Ruairi OFlaherty. OFlaherty has since won a Grammy for his work with Kendrick Lamar. OFlaherty and Connolly have worked together on/ off since Connolly's 2001 debut. There's So Much More to See is out on May 1st on C.U. Records. Yes, the c.u. stands for credit union. "Terrific. Disarming and beautifully crafted folk-pop. Connolly is a witty storyteller and not-to-be-missed songsmith." - Chicago Tribune "The Patience Of Trees is remarkable. It is much like Blood On The Tracks or Plastic Ono Band in its honesty and raw emotions. Connolly has come up with his masterpiece." - AARON BADGELY, THE SPILL MAGAZINE 9/10 "An absolutely beautiful collection of songs... I was gobsmacked by the quality of the songwriting... accomplished composition and arrangements... 4 stars." - Arena, RTÉ Radio 1's Arts Show "Amongst the most vibrant, poignant, and authentic indie folk artists in New York City." - No Depression
The Vagaband

The Vagaband

19 Sept 2026 - 19 Sept 2026

THE VAGABAND's soulful, rustic approach to their music makes their extraordinary blend of Americana, toe-tapping folk-jazz and soulful rock a unique proposition in an age where music is often presented in a way that is too studied, too knowing and somewhat safe. Their musicianship means that consummate band-leader José McGill can rely on the band for sturdy backing as well as stellar improvisation for the fantastic home-grown repertoire and the inspired cover versions too. The Vagaband are designed to be lapped up in huge gulps by an audience that likes to have all their musical needs satisfied and their dancing shoes cajoled into action as well. They are nigh-on impossible to dislike. Heroes in their home town, walk with them as they take on the world. "The Vagaband - proof that the devil doesn't always have the best tunes...stunning." - Q Magazine
Jess Klein

Jess Klein

12 Sept 2026 - 12 Sept 2026

Over a career that spans more than a decade and a half and has won her a devoted worldwide fan base, Jess Kleinwho possesses what Mojo magazine calls one of those voices you want to crawl up close to the speakers to listen to has pursued a remarkable creative evolution that's seen her dig ever deeper for resonant emotional insights, while continuing to refine her eloquently melodic, effortlessly accessible songcraft. Jon Pareles of The New York Times calls her a songwriter with a voice of unblinking tenacitywho finds parables in the everyday and also finds humanity behind the archetypal. The Rochester, NY native who now calls Hillsborough, NC her home began writing songs as a college student in Kingston, Jamaica, and is known for staking out brave lyrical and musical territory with such albums as Wishes Well Disguised (1998), Draw Them Near (2000), Strawberry Lover (2005), City Garden (2006), Bound to Love (2009), Behind A Veil (2012) and Learning Faith (2014) which Folk Radio UK calls Unquestionably the finest album of her impressive career. Before moving to North Carolina, Jess spent eight years soaking up the live music culture of Austin, TX. Bootleg (2015) Jess's live, full band album captures the dynamism of Jess onstage, backed by some of Austin's top players. Jess was named a 2015 Finalist in the highly regarded Kerrville New Folk Competition.
Zoe Hayter

Zoe Hayter

30 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026

With a voice that appears rustic and angelic at the same time, Zoe has been described as Amy Winehouse in a French manner, being influenced by multiple genres from folk, alternative rock to jazz and blues. Zoe was born into a world-wide known travelling theatre company Footsbarn Theatre, to a Czech mother and an English father. Raised across various countries and having studied theatre in Paris during her late teens, her performances reflect the blend of cultures that have shaped her life and artistry. By the age of 14, Zoe has released her debut record of original music, Only Breathing (featuring her first band), which she produced herself using money she earned busking every day after school. Now at 23 years of age, she has already played world's biggest festivals such as Glastonbury or Electric Picnic, or has appeared on the legendary Fillmore stage in San Francisco. She has toured through Ireland and France with the Oscar winning musician Glen Hansard or through the UK with the iconic indie-rock band Razorlight. In the beginning of 2024, Zoe has released her debut very intimate solo record RAW, which has been received greatly all across Europe. In 2025, Zoe created an immersive theatre show with her family's company, Footsbarn, weaving together beautiful, well-known texts and poems, her original music, and political reflections on the role of art in the world today. The show was warmly received in France and Ireland, touring 18 dates across some of the country's most inspiring places. Zoe is also constantly involved in theatre and street theatre projects in Ireland and wherever these roads take her you never know in which costume she might surprise you. Alongside this, she began recording new music in Dublin with a remarkable group of musicians, co-producing her songs with Maciej Blizi'ski. Their debut single, Je te veux, explored desire and longing. Opening 2026, Hope is the One was released as a tribute to hope for those who need it most, quickly finding its way onto radio playlists. More releases from this collaboration are set to follow throughout the year, so keep your ears peeled!
James Felice

James Felice

10 Sept 2026 - 10 Sept 2026

James Felice and William Lawrence, two members of The Felice Brothers band are taking to the road to perform music from their respective solo works. It will be a dreamy and quiet evening of American music and storytelling from some of the best in the biz.
The Tj Johnson Trio

The Tj Johnson Trio

14 Nov 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

TJ JOHNSON: Presenting an exclusive intimate show as a trio of Jazz, Blues and TJ style Country Soul. TJ will take you on a trail from the Smokey Jazz dives of New Orleans through the foot tapping Honky Tonks of Texas to the Gin-soaked Speakeasies of New York. TJ Johnson is widely considered to be one of the UK's most charismatic highly revered Jazz and Blues singers but almost Folk like in his ability to weave his own nuance into the story of each song. He is also a hot piano player and respected bandleader. TJ Sprang on to the Jazz scene in the late 80's as a Jazz singer with Max Collie at the age of 17 and since forming his own band in 1990 has performed extensively for over thirty years now at many Theatres, Festivals and Jazz clubs both in the UK and overseas. A true ambassador of the soul, TJ sings songs of love lost and gained, of life wholesome and corrupt, songs of hope and despair, songs of the night, all with the true passion and boozy swagger of only a man who has been there and knows. TJ Johnson Piano / Voc Tim Fairhall Double Bass Wesley Gibbens Snare / Rhythm / Percussion
The Rigmarollers

The Rigmarollers

26 Sept 2026 - 26 Sept 2026

THE RIGMAROLLERS: The Rigmarollers pack out shows with their unique take on the blues, having made the leap to festival headliners in the last year. A trio with a massive sound, they put vocals, harmonica, guitar and sousaphone over an irresistible backbeat. Harmonica virtuoso Ed Hopwood learnt his craft in acclaimed UK blues bands. Julian Marshall has travelled across America and Europe to play with blues and trad musicians. Ewan Penkey is rightly lauded for his mastery of the sousaphone and bass. Together they blast out an original musical mix, bringing the party everywhere they play. The Rigmarollers regularly sell out gigs across London and the UK. They have played Sidmouth Jazz & Blues, Fire in the Mountain, The Idler, Bimble Bandada, Purbeck Valley, Ealing Blues, Upton Blues, Leek Blues & Americana, among many festivals. That was the best performance of the festival. You guys totally nailed it You guys really get it Robert Hokum, Ealing Blues The Rigmarollers were a joy Bournemouth Echo Band of the festival Jim Bailey, Leek Blues & Americana We couldnt stop dancing Best band Ive seen in years Loved your set
New Roots Presents Louis Brennan

New Roots Presents Louis Brennan

1 Sept 2026 - 1 Sept 2026

London-based Dubliner LOUIS BRENNAN is a singer-songwriter in the folk tradition. His folk however arent the field hands and travelling minstrels of yore but the repressed middle managers and ennui-ridden urbanites of late-stage capitalism. They populate tales of bad sex, half-drunk commutes and interpersonal claustrophobia delivered in Brennan's cracked baritone, peppered with pitch-black humour. His 2018 debut album 'Dead Capital' garnered favourable comparisons to Kris Kristofferson, Guy Clark and Leonard Cohen, and was awarded 9/10 by Americana Uk who called it 'an outstanding album- deep, dark and demanding of attention. His sophomore album 'Love Island, released in October 2022, it has been called an essential album for our times by Lonesome Highway.. Brennan has performed at The Ramblin Roots Revue, Red Rooster Festival, Folk In The Park, and played an official showcase at 2024's Americanafest UK. A master storyteller with a voice like rolling thunder GQ Magazine His ability to twist and turn a simple phrase can render the most innocent line into something utterly heartbreaking Clash Magazine
New Roots Presents Lou & Leo

New Roots Presents Lou & Leo

2 Sept 2026 - 2 Sept 2026

Lou & Leo are two London based singer-songwriters, Louella JC and Leo Palzer. They combine their own repertoire of original songs with re-workings of trad folk, Americana and other genres, telling both true and fictional stories of women, of love, anger, laughter, injustice and revenge. They have played widely across the folk clubs of London and are becoming well known for the dark material of the stories we tell with the occasional flash of humour, punctuated by intricate harmonies and underlined with guitar, banjo, ukulele and sometimes other instruments. Their expertly crafted songs sound traditional and timeless but are also strikingly relevant and rooted in these modern turbulent times. The Lantern Society Two wonderful but very different singers and songwriters coming together and managing to create something that is even greater that the sum of its parts. Folk in the Cellar Powerful and moving songs, irreverent and funny. Walthamstow Folk Club
Square Peg

Square Peg

12 Sept 2026 - 12 Sept 2026

Rooted in the heart of Appalachian tradition,square peg is a powerhouse trio bringing the raw, soulful sounds of old-time mountain music to life. With fiddle, banjo, and guitar at the core, their music echoes the spirit of the early pioneers, blending ballads, high-energy breakdowns, and harmony singing steeped in the heritage of the American Southeast. Square peg crafts an authentic experience that transports audiences to front porch gatherings, barn dances, and the rugged landscapes where this music was born. Each member is a multi-instrumentalist and storyteller From driving fiddle tunes to the mournful strains of ancient ballads, square peg celebrates the living tradition of Appalachian music while adding their own vibrant twist. Perfect for lovers of heritage music and those seeking a connection to the roots of American culture, square peg invites you to join their journey into the heart of old-time mountain music
Jenny Sturgeon & M G Boulter

Jenny Sturgeon & M G Boulter

16 Sept 2026 - 16 Sept 2026

Jenny Sturgeon and M G Boulter have been pen pals since 2021, maintaining the ebb and flow of a musical conversation between their respective homes on Shetland and Southend-on-Sea, Essex. Both established songwriters in their own right they cemented their collaboration through the Shetland Songwriting Festival, where they were both tutors in 2022, as well as sharing mutual musical friends and becoming label mates on the indie folk label, Hudson Records. Those catch-ups, held online across months and years, led to the quiet creation of a collection of songs which will be released in 2026. The songs reflect the topics that naturally came up in their conversations, from meditations on travel ('Holding Patterns') and family ('Jason') to idle talk about trips taken and wonders seen ('Flint Knapped'). In between touring, recording and their daily lives, the songs were pieced together from melodies rushed onto voice memos or fragments of lyrics emailed to each other for revision and tinkering. The songs are the culmination of all this work in the moments between the busyness, when two songwriters had time to sit and see what they could make of the world.
New Roots Presents: Tom Mansi & the Icebreakers
Our record of the week Mark Radcliffe & Stuart Marconi (BBC Radio 2) I put it on and thought this is the stuff! Phil Jupitus (BBC Radio 4 and BBC 6 Music) The band I always wanted to be in... Jamie T Look through the lens of Tom Mansi & The Icebreakers and what will you see A passion for the blues and raw rock n roll manifested in a band who have been playing together for the last 26 years. The three-piece have performed at many of the best venues and festivals across the UK and Europe, including Glastonbury, Secret Garden Party, The Big Chill, The Scala and the Hammersmith Palais, and have shared the stage with Son of Dave, Imelda May, Florence & The Machine, The Sadies, Fat Freddie's Drop and countless more across their career to date. As a double bassist Tom has worked with many different artists, touring with 60's folk singer Donovan, recording for British DJ duo ColdCut, preforming alongside Dr Hook at the Olympic Stadium in Seoul, and playing nightly in a surreal lecture tour with legendary film maker David Lynch. Together the three piece forge a unique sound, channeling in equal measure the rock'n'roll spirit of Sam Phillips' Sun Studios, the electric blues of Howlin Wolf, the bass-heavy jazz attitude of Charles Mingus, the noir themes of Tom Waits, and the electric energy of the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion. Above all else, the super tight sound of the rock'n'roll, rocking blues, rhythm & blues and beyond that Tom Mansi & The Icebreakers bring lights up the room like an arclight- a musical experience not to be forgotten The band have had a BBC record of the week and their own full live appearance on Mark Lamarr's BBC Radio programme God's Jukebox, which was included in the best of show for that year. They have just released their fourth album Eyeball to critical acclaim. Press for Eyeball : A wild sonic landscape, brimming with wandering spirit Blues In Britain 'The Icebreakers latest release is permeated with slick, sublime bluesy grooves Vive La Rock Fist-tight energy conjures serious groovethe run-time of this album will be spent jutting your head like a pigeon. Classic Rock Magazine
Polly Paulusma & Dan Whitehouse

Polly Paulusma & Dan Whitehouse

18 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Expect an intimate, deeply atmospheric evening - songs, stories, spoken word and moments of stillness with two of the UK's most distinctive and innovative songwriterperformers. Across the evening, Dan Whitehouse and Polly Paulusma create a shared musical space where song and spoken word blur, and where two distinct voices meet in compelling dialogue. Moving between solo moments and subtle interplay, the set flows from sparse piano and guitar-led songs into more expansive textures, with each artist responding to the other's work in real time. Dan Whitehouse's work has been described as "Intriguing" and "Gorgeous" ★★★★ (The Guardian), and "Unflinching... haunting" (Clash Magazine), marking him out as a songwriter of rare emotional clarity. His most recent material, Only Love, shaped between England and Japan, explores presence, distance and fatherhood with striking honesty and his back catalogue has been celebrated by Folk On Foot and BBC Radio 6 for Dan's insight into social history and the human condition. Since her debut Scissors In My Pocket on One Little Independent Records, Polly Paulusma has built a critically acclaimed body of work spanning songwriting, production and academic research, and has toured internationally including supporting Bob Dylan and Coldplay. Her work has been widely praised, with The Guardian noting "a voice capable of some unexpected twists" and Rolling Stone describing her debut as "an enchanting... intelligent folk pop". Her recent album Wildfires brings her evolving fusion of spoken word and song to full expression. An evening shaped by process as much as performance. Both artists draw from the discipline known as 'morning pages' writing before the day begins, before the critical voice takes hold.
Street Mission Records Presents: Dave Burn + Barbara Forstner
Dave Burn London singer-songwriter Dave Burn has been playing in bands since he was 13, and he just cant shake the bug. A pioneer of UK alt-country, he co-founded the harmony-heavy ahab with Callum Adamson, and later joined indie Americana 'supergroup Orphan Colours. Along with two solo albums - 2017's Arizona and 2025's Medium Dave + Friends - he also records as duo The Marriage with Kirsten Adamson and has written songs with Danny & The Champions Of The World, Blair Dunlop, Danni Nicholls, Benjamin Folke Thomas, Katzenjammer, Sol Heilo. Burn's music takes elements of Brit folk artists such as Richard Thompson and American singer-songwriters from Tim Rose to Tom Petty, then blends them with the sound of classic London indie bands and UK Americana, topped off with literary, twisting lyrics examining both life's biggest questions and its most fascinating ordinary moments. "(Dave Burn) has an ability to come up with hooks that dig into the mind and refuse to leave" - KLOF Mag (Previously Folk Radio UK) "captures an atmospheric reality set somewhere between Neil Young and Calexico" - Spiral Earth Barbara Forstner Franco-American Barbara Forstner spent twelve years in New York before settling in France. From her transatlantic journey, she retains a passion for American folk and country music, which she combines with sensitive and inspired songwriting. Her debut album "Long Long Gone" was released late last year. Recorded in June 2025 in Paris with her friend and sound engineer Léo Aubry, Long Long Gone is an acoustic album, raw and vulnerable. Barbara tackles friendship, love and family, but also the fragile beauty and melancholy of the world. Written between New York and Paris, the album explores lost love, eroding friendships, life abroad and fleeting encounters. Bittersweet and luminous at the same time, it suspends time, carried by a warm voice and lyrics of disarming sincerity. Barbara has attracted the attention of media outlets such as France Inter, FIP and Rolling Stone, and played on stages From Rockwood in New York to La Cigale in Paris, and the End of the Road festival in UK, as well as opening for artists such as Charlie Winston and Herman Dune.
Whippoorwills

Whippoorwills

5 Sept 2026 - 5 Sept 2026

Drawing inspiration from the song book, characters and grooves of New Orleans, let the Whippoorwills take you on a musical tour of the humid and heady streets of the French Quarter, with old school jazz, blues - and a few left turns. Titch Walker - cornet Christian Miller - guitar and banjo Graham Hughes - tuba
Jake Dixon

Jake Dixon

24 Oct 2026 - 24 Oct 2026

You can expect an eclectic bunch of tunes from classic artists such as the Waterboys, Tom Petty and Springsteen etc. We also hope Jake will add some of his own excellent original material to the mix.
Mountain Song

Mountain Song

13 Nov 2026 - 13 Nov 2026

Mountain Song play golden era Bluegrass and traditional Appalachian music. This acoustic-guitar duo brings the spirit of the American mountain settlers to life with fast and fiery picking, soaring harmonies and a classic Bluegrass repertoire that blends gospel, fiddle tunes, and the signature highnlonesome sound.
Lewis Mclaughlin

Lewis Mclaughlin

29 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

McLaughlin began writing songs in secret at the age of 14. After honing his craft through intimate pub gigs and local performances in Edinburgh, he made the leap to Glasgow, where he collaborated with Andy Monaghan of Frightened Rabbit fame on his debut album. Released in 2022, the album garnered widespread acclaim and set the stage for McLaughlin's meteoric rise in the indie music scene.
Bring it on Home - Matinee Show

Bring it on Home - Matinee Show

19 Sept 2026 - 19 Sept 2026

Bring It On Home is a project to celebrate and sample fingerstyle acoustic guitar on the roots music scene in Britain today. It has spawned an album of exclusive recordings by nine musicians performing early 20th century songs, and a film about the musicians stories. Now it is also a bespoke live show of acoustic Folk-Blues- Rhythm and Blues with finger picking guitar featuring some of those musicians. The album has had glowing reviews in the music press, and repeat plays on the BBC 6Music Cerys Mathews show. APM has curated a smorgasboard of the finest fingerpicking from across the country (Songlines) This is a wonderful and refreshing collection by a talented group of musicians (Blues Matters) With convincing vocal blues and fine fingerpicked instrumentals the acoustic blues in the UK is indeed in good hands. Lets hope for a Volume two please. (Blues In Britain) Appearing at The Green Note : Chris Corcoran Long standing guitar tutor and mentor to many, has appeared in several Guitar magazines and produced a Guitar Book which outlines his unique system for playing Blues Guitar. Runs his own big band performing instrumental Blues, Jazz and Swing R&B to large audiences in Europe, as well as sell out band shows at the Pizza Express Live venues in London. Andy Twyman Has a well known one man band act that is a unique blend of deep blues with comedy and rock & roll. A regular at clubs and festivals around the UK. His distinct style has been seen and heard at Glastonbury Festival, on BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4. A guitarist for Dana Gillespie, and is also one half of Nothing In Rambling with Sister Suzie, an act to present music from the 20s and 30s championing the likes of Memphis Minnie. Oli MacDonald RnR magazine viewed his 2025 album Slim Pickin as a true nugget of acoustic folk blues all ten tracks represent 21st century blues of the highest order. Wrote two new songs especially for the Bring It On Home project. A four times UK Blues Award Winner as Mississippi MacDonald, performs with the Take Me To The River All Stars and played alongside Hi Rhythm, Carla Thomas, William Bell, Taj Mahal, Eric Gales. Recorded with Vaneese Tomas and Benny Turner (Freddie Kings brother).
Deborah Rose

Deborah Rose

17 Nov 2026 - 17 Nov 2026

Deborah Rose is a Welsh-born singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Shropshire, renowned for her ethereal voice and inspired songwriting. She has performed internationally alongside Judy Collins, Jimmy Webb, and presidential candidate Marianne Williamson. An award-winning artist, Deborah's music blends poetry and the psalms, and her voice deeply touches all who are in her presence. Her latest album, Atlas, has been described by critics as intelligent, literate and often downright beautiful. Deborah will be accompanied by world class cellist Gabriella Swallow, and sought after guitarist Chas (surname).
George Washbourn and Duo Madrugada

George Washbourn and Duo Madrugada

13 Oct 2026 - 13 Oct 2026

George Washbourn is a multi-instrumental folk musician, singer, and composer from Kent. He has spent the last 20 years scratching away at various stringed instruments; he has had the great pleasure and good fortune to happen to do this in front of audiences. His debut EP Lost In The Swell, an instrumental set of 5 tunes, draws from his musical travels, collaborations across the London folk scene, and traditional Balfolk tunes. Alongside his work as a composer and performer of original material, he plays part in a range of projects including London-based global roots collective Flotsam Orchestra, River Wild, and Alex Connor. Duo Madrugada (Emily Jennings and Cassie Mathews) are a beguiling voice and guitar partnership, weaving captivating arrangements of traditional folksongs. Praised on recital platforms across the UK - recently described as ‘outstanding’ and ‘ravishing’ (FringeReview) - they bring timeless stories to life with haunting intimacy and spellbinding artistry.
Mazaika Duo

Mazaika Duo

11 Sept 2026 - 11 Sept 2026

Known for their dazzling virtuosity, intoxicating passion and spontaneous theatricality and humour Mazaika have spent two decades enchanting audiences from the Cadogan Hall to the Crazy Coqs, Glastonbury to The Green Note and far beyond. Guaranteed to transport you from the fairytale Russian Steppe to the flickering Romany campfire. Expect a unique, humorous and uplifting take on Russian Folk and Gypsy, Tango, Klezmer, Gypsy Jazz, Balkan Beat, and evocative original material inspired by all of the above. A lovely tenor voiceby the end of the evening the Purcell Room had become a tavern The Independent ''Sensational violinist and accordionist '' '★★★★ The Stage "Hugely entertaining... the duo frequently brought the house down" ★★★★ The Scotsman ''An evening of magic and passion" The Independent
Bring It On Home - Matinee Show

Bring It On Home - Matinee Show

19 Sept 2026 - 19 Sept 2026

Bring It On Home is a project to celebrate and sample fingerstyle acoustic guitar on the roots music scene in Britain today. It has spawned an album of exclusive recordings by nine musicians performing early 20th century songs, and a film about the musicians stories. Now it is also a bespoke live show of acoustic Folk-Blues- Rhythm and Blues with finger picking guitar featuring some of those musicians. The album has had glowing reviews in the music press, and repeat plays on the BBC 6Music Cerys Mathews show. APM has curated a smorgasboard of the finest fingerpicking from across the country (Songlines) This is a wonderful and refreshing collection by a talented group of musicians (Blues Matters) With convincing vocal blues and fine fingerpicked instrumentals the acoustic blues in the UK is indeed in good hands. Lets hope for a Volume two please. (Blues In Britain) Appearing at The Green Note : Chris Corcoran Long standing guitar tutor and mentor to many, has appeared in several Guitar magazines and produced a Guitar Book which outlines his unique system for playing Blues Guitar. Runs his own big band performing instrumental Blues, Jazz and Swing R&B to large audiences in Europe, as well as sell out band shows at the Pizza Express Live venues in London. Andy Twyman Has a well known one man band act that is a unique blend of deep blues with comedy and rock & roll. A regular at clubs and festivals around the UK. His distinct style has been seen and heard at Glastonbury Festival, on BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4. A guitarist for Dana Gillespie, and is also one half of Nothing In Rambling with Sister Suzie, an act to present music from the 20s and 30s championing the likes of Memphis Minnie. Oli MacDonald RnR magazine viewed his 2025 album Slim Pickin’ as “a true nugget of acoustic folk blues... all ten tracks represent 21st century blues of the highest order”. Wrote two new songs especially for the Bring It On Home project. A four times UK Blues Award Winner as Mississippi MacDonald, performs with the Take Me To The River All Stars and played alongside Hi Rhythm, Carla Thomas, William Bell, Taj Mahal, Eric Gales. Recorded with Vaneese Tomas and Benny Turner (Freddie Kings brother).
Dale Storr - The Sounds of New Orleans

Dale Storr - The Sounds of New Orleans

26 Sept 2026 - 26 Sept 2026

Dale Storr's show is a celebration of the music of New Orleans piano legends Dr John and James Carroll Booker, two of Dales biggest musical influences. Incorporating piano mastery and mesmerising storytelling, he draws in the audience with the rich history behind the music and the captivating, sometimes risqu stories of his much-loved piano heroes. Described by Jazz Journal magazine as the piano mans piano man and a national treasure, Dale Storrs musical journey has now brought him recognition as one of the UKs leading exponents of New Orleans piano. Immersed in the styles of heroes like Dr John, James Booker, Professor Longhair, Allen Toussaint, Fats Domino and Huey Piano Smith, he established himself in his early career as a highly sought after pianist backing many top blues stars from the UK and America. But keen to follow his true passion, Dale went solo in 2008 with his now acclaimed Sounds of New Orleans show and has not looked back since. In 2023 he opened the Buxton International Jazz Festival, his music has been played on BBC Radio 2 (Cerys Matthews, Paul Jones), BBC Radio 6 (Cerys Matthews) and BBC Radio 3 (Jazz Record Requests) and he has released three solo albums in the last decade.
Benoit Viellefon & the Hot Club

Benoit Viellefon & the Hot Club

5 Dec 2026 - 5 Dec 2026

An irresistible mix of 1930-40's hot jazz with swing, Parisian Gypsy Manouche style, some latin numbers, and a dash of Chanson Francaise and Italian classics. So good they performed as far as Japan, appeared in Hollywood films, and played for Madonna.
Bobby Dove

Bobby Dove

27 Aug 2026 - 27 Aug 2026

Bobby Dove is a Montreal born singer-songwriter and a magnetic presence in the world of Country and Americana music. With a voice as powerful as their storytelling, this trans/non-binary troubadour pays tribute to the golden age of honky tonk, while crafting original, emotionally charged songs that blend genres with the touch of a master. (Mary Gauthier) In 2021 Bobby released their sophomore record, Hopeless Romantic, co-produced with Blue Rodeo's Bazil Donovan, and Tim Vesely (Rheostatics). The album gained international acclaim and climbed the Canadian Roots and U.S. Alt-Country radio charts. Touring extensively throughout Canada, in addition to all the local haunts, Bobby Dove has given performances at the Vancouver Folk Music Festival, Vancouver Island Music Fest, Winnipeg Folk Festival, Dauphin's Countryfest, National Arts Centre (Ottawa), and has toured in Europe, including a highlight performance at the Tivoli Vredenburg in Utrecht, NL. Along the road, Bobby has shared the stage with luminaries such as Fats Kaplin (John Prine), Mary Gauthier, Richard Thompson, Ray Benson (Asleep at the Wheel), and Lavender Country. Currently based in rural Manitoba, Bobby Dove released their latest full-length album Fortune Teller on April 24th 2026. Produced by Aaron Goldstein (Cowboy Junkies/Kathleen Edwards/City and Colour), the new record features 13 tracks, including a cowrite/duet with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jim Lauderdale. Im not sure if Hank Williams or Hank Snow kept a mistress in Montreal or Manitoba maybe we didnt hear about and passed some genes down, or what has possessed Bobby Dove to become like a vessel or channeller for all the great classic country music influences we so sorely miss. Saving Country Music (USA) Dove can write rings around all but the very best of troubadours, telling stories in a compelling way. I suggest you get Bobby Dove on your radar immediately. Country Music People (UK)
Dean Owens

Dean Owens

14 Sept 2026 - 14 Sept 2026

A thrilling, unique blend of Scottish roots and rocky, melancholic Americana, with added desert noir. Dean Owens recent musical travels have taken him all round the globe with sold out tours and standing ovations in USA, Australia and the Netherlands. He's delighted to return to one of his favourite venues, The Green Note, for a very special and rare, intimate solo gig. Armed with a searingly soulful voice, a hatful of new stories and earworm inducing songs both old and new, with maybe a bit of Morricone inspired whistling in the mix too. Dean's solo gigs are always special, with the chance to do a deep dive into his back catalogue currently 12 official studio albums (with a new one on the way in 2027), a Best of and several side projects! His stories about the songs and his travels are almost as entertaining as the songs themselves, which are masterpieces of economic, filmic songwriting, exploring themes of family, the displaced, and the wanderers in the world. Dean's most recent album Spirit Ridge was recorded in Italy (the land of his lion tamer ancestor) with renowned producer Don Antonio. Following directly on from his highly acclaimed collaborations with Calexico, the songs on Spirit Ridge are both monumental and deeply personal, rooted in a half imagined hinterland that somehow connects the lush Italian hills, the US desert states and post industrial Scotland. the pulse of all our lives Irvine Welsh One of my favourite artists Bob Harris (BBC) Owens sings with a dark majesty that matches the gigantic emotional pull of his songs ★★★★ Mojo more intoxicating than the most treacherous of mezcals ★★★★ Rolling Stone
Anna Massie

Anna Massie

27 Oct 2026 - 27 Oct 2026

Equally at home as accompanist or melody player, Anna Massie is one of Scotland's foremost guitarists. As well as being a skilled multi-instrumentalist and singer renowned for her work with Blazin Fiddles and RANT, she also presents BBC Radio Scotland's award-winning flagship trad music programme, Travelling Folk. (Trad Music in the Media, Scots Trad Music Awards 2023). Three-time nominee for Best Instrumentalist at the Scots Trad Music Awards, 2021 winner of the Trad Music in the Media award for her Black Isle Correspondent work and 2022 Producer of the Year award, Anna is a highly talented musician, presenter and producer. 2024 has seen her release her long-awaited solo album Two Down and embarking on solo touring throughout the year and into 2025. lively, often witty arrangementscompelling at the heart. - Colin Irwin, MOJO
The Thumping Tommys

The Thumping Tommys

21 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

The venue comprises both seated and standing space. There are a limited number of seats. These are allocated on a first come first served basis, so if you'd like a seat, please ensure you arrive early. We reserve the right to release all unclaimed tickets for re-sale at 9.15pm. If you will be arriving after this time, please inform us in advance, so that we can hold your tickets for you. We can be contacted by email on [email protected] The Thumping Tommys are a collection of talented musicians specialising in old-time music. Having played at many great festival stages, bars and cafes, The Thumping Tommys play a heady brew of Irish and American folk music performed with a distinctly English style, which has established them as one of the most entertaining groups working in the UK right now.
Makindu

Makindu

30 Sept 2026 - 30 Sept 2026

Makindu is the musical project of tabla player Randeep Bilkhu and clarinettist / multi-instrumentalist Timothy Wall. Drawing from folk, devotional music and improvisation, they journey through soundscapes and shared memory, and discover new paths each time. "This music opens space. It's a shining stream, a patch of cloud, a V of birds in migration. A glistening raindrop and a constellation of stars." - The Music Trust
Darden Smith

Darden Smith

6 Oct 2026 - 6 Oct 2026

Basically, this is a show Ive been working on, taking the songs and stories around the album. It's not just a straight run-through of the songs, but more of a theater kind of approach that looks at my rise and crash around the time of the album. Darden Smith is an Austin, Texas-based songwriter / musician / artist / educator whose almost forty-year career continues to evolve and change with time. Since getting his start in 1986, he has released seventeen critically acclaimed albums and toured extensively in both the US and Europe. His latest work, Western Skies (2022), is a sprawling multimedia collection comprising two albums (music and spoken word); a book of photography, lyrics and essays; videos; drawings, a suite of lithographs and a one-man theater show. Among his other diverse projects, Smith has composed a symphony, scored three full-length dance theater works, produced a documentary for BBC2 Radio and written music for film and TV. His visual art is in both private and corporate collections as well as the Library of Congress. He is the co-founder and former creative director of SongwritingWith:Soldiers, an organization that brings collaborative songwriting to veterans and their families. The Habit of Noticing: Using Creativity to Make a Life (and a Living), a collection of his writings, photos and drawings, was published in 2018. Smith is the 2024-2025 Songwriter Emeritus at the University of Texas at Austin.
Lost in the Loop

Lost in the Loop

10 Oct 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Solly Hardwick and Eliza Burkitt are Lost in the Loop, a London Folk duo playing traditional tunes on fiddle & cello/mandolin. From upbeat dancey tunes to slow and soulful airs, they bring fresh energy to timeless music. Lost in the Loop met at an Irish session in South London, inspired by the dance music of Ireland expect plenty of jigs, reels, and polkas, mixed with tunes from Scotland, England, and Scandinavia. As keen instrumentalists they also compose tunes and perform original pieces, rooted in the folk tradition.
Sam Moss + Dietrich Strause

Sam Moss + Dietrich Strause

5 Nov 2026 - 5 Nov 2026

Sam Moss is a musician based in Staunton, Virginia. His newest album, Swimming (2025), has been acclaimed by publications like Spin, Uncut, Bandcamp, and Aquarium Drunkard. He has played hundreds of shows around the country, supporting artists like Watchhouse, Jake Xerxes Fussell, and Joan Shelley. He is also a woodworker. Dietrich Strause is an American indie-folk songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in London. His fifth studio album You And I Must Be Out Of My Mind was released on Jeffrey Foucault's Blueblade Records. Strause has spent over a decade weaving timeless melodies with heartbreaking narratives using his virtuosic command of imagery and his knack for vivid, almost literary lyricism (WBUR,Boston NPR). His songs have been described by Americana UK as captivating and evocative with his latest collection no exception. Each one is an exploration and discovery of loss, hope, desire, and disillusionment through images of love-worn soldiers, scrambled weathervanes, listless sailors, and drifting satellites lost in an open heart. Dietrich is a veteran of the indie Americana scene in the US, as well as having performed extensively throughout the UK and EU, Americana Fest, Green River Festival, and as support for an eclectic range of folk and pop artists such as Anais Mitchell, Sarah Jarosz, Darlingside and Lake Street Dive.
Ed Cosens

Ed Cosens

5 Nov 2026 - 5 Nov 2026

The quiet man of music... Ed Cosens is a singer, songwriter from Sheffield, U.K. He has released two albums and is currently working on a 3rd. His EP of cover versions and collaborations is releasing in April 2026. A creative catalyst and key player in the 00's Sheffield scene, Ed was guitarist and songwriter in Reverend And The Makers and former bandmate of Arctic Monkeys Alex Turner and Matt Helders. He has written, worked and played with many acclaimed songwriters including Beth Nielsen Chapman, Damon Albarn & Africa Express, Jeff Cohen, Wandering Hearts, Toby Lee, Richard Hawley, Michele Stodart (Magic Numbers), Kezia Gill and Elles Bailey to name a few. He is a multi platinum and gold selling songwriter and artist over a career that spans 2 decades. Ed has also played live, touring and working extensively across the world including Europe, The U.S.A and Japan both as a solo artist, with Reverend and the Makers and playing alongside acts such as Oasis, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Arctic Monkeys and many more.
Lost in the Loop

Lost in the Loop

10 Oct 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Solly Hardwick and Eliza Burkitt are Lost in the Loop, a London Folk duo playing traditional tunes on fiddle & cello/mandolin. From upbeat dancey tunes to slow and soulful airs, they bring fresh energy to timeless music. Lost in the Loop met at an Irish session in South London, inspired by the dance music of Ireland expect plenty of jigs, reels, and polkas, mixed with tunes from Scotland, England, and Scandinavia. As keen instrumentalists they also compose tunes and perform original pieces, rooted in the folk tradition.
Rowan Gatherer and True Rags

Rowan Gatherer and True Rags

17 Aug 2026 - 17 Aug 2026

Rowan Gatherer is a Traditional English Singer and multi-instrumentalist who first made a name for himself as one of the founding members of Goblin Band in London, as well as appearing solo alongside artists like Shovel Dance Collective, Broadside Hacks and Daisy Rickman. Gatherer primarily performs the folk music of England with Hurdy Gurdy and unaccompanied, with an approach that weaves together wide-ranging interests in social history, radical politics, and early music. True Rags is a trad folk duo based in London/Oxford, singing mostly unaccompanied harmonies. They are drawn to songs of work and resistance.
Sam Casey Quartet

Sam Casey Quartet

8 Sept 2026 - 8 Sept 2026

Bassist Sam Casey leads a chordless quartet playing swinging standards with an open, interactive sound. A Birmingham Conservatoire graduate and active on the Birmingham jazz scene, Casey draws influence from Paul Chambers, Ray Brown, and Felix Moseholm. He is joined by James Borland on trumpet, Toby Evans on tenor saxophone and George Prentice-Povey on drums for a night of straight ahead swing and melodic improvisation.
Qadasi & Maqhinga

Qadasi & Maqhinga

30 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026

Hailing from the heart of Zululand in South Africa, David "Qadasi" Jenkins and Maqhinga Radebe are a South African Music Award (SAMA)-winning duo dedicated to preserving the rich traditions of Maskandi music while introducing its powerful sound to audiences around the world. Blending authentic Zulu music with Western folk influences, they have earned widespread acclaim for their musicianship, authenticity, and captivating live performances. Since joining forces in 2010, Qadasi & Maqhinga have toured extensively throughout South Africa, the UK, Europe, and Asia, establishing themselves as leading ambassadors of contemporary Maskandi music.
Deelee Dubé

Deelee Dubé

21 Nov 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Since January 2015, Deelee has been resident singer at Renato D'Aiello's Acoustic Jazz Lounge which takes place at Ronnie Scott's Bar. and teamed up with the Renato D'Aiello Sextet and performed to a full house at Pizza Express Jazz Club, Dean Sreet in February 2015 for two nights, paying homage to the music of the late, great Horace Silver, with a great line-up of musicians which included Quentin Collins and Andy Davies on Trumpet Having recently performed to a full house at the Swanage Jazz Festival 2015 Deelee continues to perform in and around London and Europe and is due to be performing at the iconic Royal Albert Hall's Elgar Room in March 2016 Born in London, Deelee studied at the Brit School of performing Arts and pursued an academic path in music and also graduated with a BA honours degree Deelee tends to possess a voice quality that is quite versatile, ranging from a sonorous vibrant tone to a stunningly mature and sophisticated one, yet all encapsulated within a wide vocal range, that remains pure across her entire vocal register. Her technique is of one that echoes the style of various vocal greats and her sound has been branded as "[Sarah] Vaughan meets [Jimi] Hendrix -M. Small, Saxophonist (Michael Buble band member ) Deelee often captures the attention of audiences because of her vocal ability and precision with words and phrasing, her swooping glissandi and variation of melody, and most notably her unique expression of emotion and intonation through song. Her upcoming album entitled Tenderly is due to be released early 2016 and she will be performing at the iconic Royal Albert Hall's Elgar Room in March 2016 Musical collaborations include Renato D'Aiello's latest album Satori, Frankie Paul, Florence and the Machine, BarclayCard Unwind. Deelee is currently creating a buzz around the London's live music circuit and has graced the stage of various prestigious venues which include The Royal Albert Hall, Ronnie Scott's, The Troubadour, Boisdale, and the Hideaway to name a few her upcoming album entitled Tenderly is due to be released early 2016.
The Original Five

The Original Five

5 Sept 2026 - 5 Sept 2026

The Original Five mixes traditional bluegrass with their own material, more well-known, crowd-pleasing country songs and musical excursions into both folk music and gospel. Theirs is a wide spectrum of musical experiences that are held together by the band's solid bluegrass background. The band started in 2010 as a Jam session at Far I Hatten in Folkets Park in Malmö, Sweden, but since then the music has taken them to festivals and gigs all over Europe and of course the homeland of bluegrass, the USA. They have five own studio albums and have enjoyed many collaborations with other musicians over the years, e.g. a live album in collaboration with a Swiss chamber orchestra.
Shem Fillmore Band

Shem Fillmore Band

4 Oct 2026 - 4 Oct 2026

“Shem Fillmore is an absolute force of nature. He is a brilliantly eccentric and virtuosic musician, and his shows are at once musically tight, entertaining and enlightening. His band has a line-up of stellar musicians, performing tight and quirky arrangements of traditional folk tunes from the UK and beyond, adding improvisation to the melting pot of flying folk medleys.”- Rachel Hayter, Alvorada English traditional music from a parallel universe - Shem Fillmore and his quartet stir together the future, past and alternative timelines into a seething broth. The music draws from the social music making of recent traditions, as well as mystical threads from the baroque-era and more contemporary influences. The band explores patterns, rhythms, movement and the crooked and exciting corners of the English tune repertoire. .
Kellie Loder

Kellie Loder

25 Aug 2026 - 25 Aug 2026

Acclaimed Canadian songwriter Kellie Loder has built a reputation for crafting deeply personal songs that connect with audiences around the world. A gifted storyteller and magnetic performer, Loder possesses a voice that is both warm and powerful, drawing audiences in with every note. Their music is rooted in honesty and vulnerability, weaving deeply personal narratives through heartfelt ballads, infectious melodies, and unforgettable live performances. Often described as a multi-genre marvel, Loder seamlessly blends Americana, folk, and indie pop, creating a sound that reflects the rugged beauty and emotional richness of their Newfoundland and Labrador roots. Loder's latest album, Transitions, has elevated their career to new heights, earning a 2025 JUNO Award nomination, three East Coast Music Awards, two MusicNL Awards, a #1 SOCAN Songwriter Award, and a #1 spot on CBC Music's Top 20 and Year-End Chart with the hit single When It Comes to You. Their growing international profile has led to extensive touring throughout Canada, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Australia, and Japan, captivating audiences with performances that transcend borders and connect through shared human experience. Fresh from the studio, Kellie Loder is preparing to unveil a highly anticipated new album in fall 2026. Marking an exciting new chapter in their artistic journey, the forthcoming release promises to showcase the evolution of one of Canada's most compelling and authentic musical voices. They're charming, funny, and relatable in the way only someone with unmistakable star power can be. It's been a long time since I saw someone work a room so effortlessly. Kellie Loder is a bona fide entertainer. - theindependent.ca There is something about Kellie Loder's voice that reaches deep inside your body, unearthing feelings you thought were dealt with (or successfully hidden). It's good to feel them, though, and Loder is the best company, their powerhouse vocals and vulnerable songwriting acting as buoy and guide. - CBC Music's Spring Album Preview
Martha Hill

Martha Hill

23 Sept 2026 - 2 Oct 2026

Newcastle based Martha Hill writes hard-hitting alt-pop with a social conscience. Emerging musician Martha Hill grew up on a remote peninsular in Scotland. She was just 17 when she left her home travel Europe as a street musician. A talented multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, she settled in the North East and began to pen a series of pop songs that would transcend the streets, drawing on the influence of left-field artists such as Little Dragon and Sylvan Esso. Not shy of hard work, Martha Hill has played multiple DIY tours to a growing fanbase across the UK and Europe, including supporting artists such as Mahalia, Maximo Park and Let's Eat Grandma at venues like Borderline and The Sage. Her self-released debut singles Spiders and Wallflower were championed by The Line Of Best Fit, BBC Radio 6 Music & Spotify Playlist amongst others. With her first two releases tackling issues such as mental health and social conformity, Hill is already getting a name for writing hard-hitting alt-pop with a social conscience.
Katie Gregson-MacLeod

Katie Gregson-MacLeod

26 Aug 2026 - 16 Sept 2026

Katie Gregson-MacLeod is a rising Scottish singer-songwriter taking the music world by storm. From her early days performing her own songs to her recent viral sensation, "complex," Katie's raw talent and unique voice have captivated audiences worldwide. With support from industry giants like Greg Kurstin and Lewis Capaldi, Katie's journey is just beginning.
Shaun Kirk

Shaun Kirk

26 Sept 2026 - 27 Sept 2026

Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award- winning blues and soul troubadour, recognised for his exceptional gift as a born entertainer. His unique talent has earned him numerous industry accolades, and extensive praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as "One of the best one-man shows he's ever seen!" Kirk's vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his years, with critics continually acclaiming him as "one of the finest blues voices Australia has ever heard" (Buzz Mag). Complementing his vocal artistry, Kirk's vintage guitar tones and raw grooves pay tribute to the timeless influences that have shaped his musical journey, resulting in a distinctive sound that is fast becoming his own. Shaun’s musical journey has taken him to stages all over the world, where he's not only performed but consistently sold out shows, leaving audiences enthralled by his magnetic presence. From iconic festival stages like Bluesfest Byron Bay, where he's become a familiar name, to sharing the billing with legends like Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, John Butler Trio, and The Teskey Brothers. Moreover, he's also had the honour of opening for household names such as blues maestro Joe Bonamassa, soul sensation Allen Stone, and the indomitable Beth Hart; further solidifying his place in the landscape of contemporary music.
Jason Mcniff: Album Launch

Jason Mcniff: Album Launch

18 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Hastings based troubadour and fingerstyle guitarist launches his 10th album, Ten Blue Songs. Jason McNiff is a troubadour in the truest sense a songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist who has released nine acclaimed albums variously described as Folk, Americana and Alt-Country. Yet beneath those influences lies something unmistakably English. Imagine Ralph McTell with the poetic melancholy of Townes Van Zandt, with echoes too of chanson writers such as Georges Brassens and Fabrizio De André. Over time McNiff's music has drifted away from straightforward Americana toward a more continental sound: romantic, literate songs filled with late-night streets, drifting characters, fleeting vignettes and surprising stories. Time Out wrote: McNiff's quiet, intimate, fragile-sounding vocals draw you into his world an almost timeless place, through which he drifts, a romantic loner, a dreamer, at home with the blues. Long admired as one of the UK's most distinctive songwriters and guitarists, McNiff has built a devoted following through exceptional musicianship and the understated depth of his songs. His album Dust of Yesterday (2022) was named Album of the Week in The Times, and in 2024 he was voted Male Artist of the Year by Fatea. UK's premier fingerstyle guitarist. MOJO ★★★★ "Wistful & Nostalgic" Album Of The Week The Times ★★★★ A triumph of English-Americana. Time Out ★★★★ Not just a good songwriter, a truly great one. Folk Radio An immense talent. Janice Long, BBC Radio 'A superior singer songwriter' No Depression
Nina Freckles

Nina Freckles

9 Nov 2026 - 9 Nov 2026

Nina Freckles writes songs like little letters to her younger self honest, thoughtful and always with a touch of humor. Her lyrics tell intimate stories of coming-of-age, self reflection and deep empathy. The German-Brazilian songwriter effortlessly blends folk, soul and pop into a genre-defying sound. Inspired by artists such as Joni Mitchell or Sara Bareilles, she pairs delicate harmonies with driving rhythms and a voice that feels both vulnerable and strong. Where others might drift into pathos, Nina stays grounded and genuine as if she were inviting the audience straight to her kitchen table. After releasing her self-produced debut EP How Many People Can I Be (May 2025), the independent artist celebrated with a sold-out release concert in Hanover, her city of residence and earned placements on German radio stations including SR 2 KulturRadio, Radio Fritz (rbb), Radio Hannover, Leibniz FM, and TIDE Radio. In September 2025, she and her band successfully completed their first club tour across nothern Germany. Recently she released a live video series called Building a Home Sessions, embedding her songs in a uniquely cinematic and intimate setting. A Nina Freckles-concert isn't just a show - she creates an eclectic evening that feels like a shared conversation. Between songs, she tells stories, laughs with the audience, and constantly reinvents her live setup: sometimes solo, sometimes as a duo, with a full band, or even an entire choir. The result is concerts that always sound a little different but remain intimate, playful, and energetic, showcasing the versatility and emotional depth of her music. This year, Nina strives to spread her wings internationally. Starting out by taking part in a songwriting retreat at Zonkey Studios in Vienna and playing in the UK alongside British songwriter Kirsty McGee.
Cole & Ward

Cole & Ward

28 Nov 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Cole & Ward deliver a show that is equal parts craft and charm. Mark Cole's warm vocals and down-home guitar work (with mandolin and banjo close at hand) bring sharp, characterful songwriting to life - songs that can make you laugh one moment and lean in the next. Alongside him, Liam Ward's expressive harmonica playing (plus occasional musical saw and other surprises) adds counterpoint, finesse and fire. The result is a set that moves easily between sophistication and good-humoured spontaneity. Instruments are swapped, styles are shared, and no two songs feel the same. Ask for an encore and you may even witness a harmonica duel!
Ceci Day

Ceci Day

3 Oct 2026 - 3 Oct 2026

Ceci Day is an English-American singer-songwriter whose music lives among city streets and country skies. Her sound merges folk, country, rock and acoustic storytelling: a transatlantic identity shaped by a life lived between New York, London and the American West. Her songs are lyric-driven and rooted in the specific. Her singles With Fire, Homebound, Soho In July and Beat marked a new creative capture, followed by Country Girl Sound which carries a strong transatlantic feel. Day's latest single, 'lipstick on my orange juice' is a sung narrative full of vivid memories that carry you from first meetings through to final moments. This fan favourite captivates every audience with lyrics that stick in heart and mind. Whether youre dancing or crying, this song makes you feel something you cant forget. She recently headlined London's Troubadour, where she performed fan favourites and upcoming release 'Goodbye Sweet Sheridan'. This summer she performs at the Portofino arts festival and is taking her music across Europe and America: more stages, more miles, more stories to share.
Green Note and Black Cat Music Present: Paul Nowak
Green Note and Black Cat Music music are proud to invite you to the Basement to celebrate the release of Paul's new single - Palestine Paul's single reflects his visit to Palestine and the ongoing struggles of the people there. All proceeds from the single and gig will go to support the work of the Palestinian General Federation of Trade Union. Support from Ste Smith Expect dancing, politics, humour and the chance to show support for the Palestinian people
The Beadling

The Beadling

31 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

The Beadling are an English folk trio who blend traditional music and original composition, focusing on dynamic storytelling and uplifting voices that are often overlooked. Using a multitude of instruments, the Beadling craft intricate arrangements to capture the rich emotional lives in these traditional stories and explore the impact that social identity had on folk figures of the past.
The Embers

The Embers

7 Oct 2026 - 7 Oct 2026

THE EMBERS are a five-piece folk and roots band, bringing together the story-telling tradition of British folk music with the soul of Americana and a bluegrass swing. Performing regularly in London, and at a host of festivals and venues across the UK, they bring sorrowful harmonies, driving rhythms and break-neck fiddle to keep you dancing and sobbing into the night in equal measure.
Natu Camara

Natu Camara

28 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Guinea, West Africa, Natu Camara has taken the world stage by storm with her powerful vocals and magnetic presence. Her presence and music resonate as a harmonious blend of legendary voices such as Miriam Makeba, Nina Simone, Tracy Chapman, and Tina Turner, emerging from the heart of West Africa as a dynamic singer and songwriter. Natu has infused her music with her heritage in a unique way, resulting in a rich fusion of soul, pop, classic African roots that define her Afro-rock sound. Beyond her electrifying stage performances, Natu's unwavering commitment to social justice is a common thread throughout her career. With a voice that resonates like a call to unity, Natu's journey started in the heart of Conakry, where her passion for music was nurtured by the rich traditions of her homeland. Her music effortlessly blends Guinean traditional rhythms with contemporary sounds, soul, African roots, creating a sonic experience that captivates audiences across the globe. Natu's commitment to social change is as unwavering as her melodies. Her lyrics address pressing issues, from gender equality to human rights, making her not just an artist, but a voice for the voiceless, a cultural ambassador, sharing the spirit of Guinea with the world. Join us in celebrating the Award winning and New York city celebrated artist Natu Camara, in her musical journey as she continues to bridge cultures, break barriers, and uplift souls through her incredible music. "Natu Camara is one of its brightest musical starts and a committed activist for the empowerment and education of girls and women in West Africa." Brooklyn Vegan News "Natu Camara, a signer from Guinea now based in New York, gave her West African pop a tinge of American funk as she offers determinedly uplifting messages." New York Times "Natu Camara is a FORCE of musical nature." Music For The Masses
Charlie Hues

Charlie Hues

17 Sept 2026 - 17 Sept 2026

Charlie Hues is a London born singer-songwriter who crafts intimate and confessional songs. Wearing his heart on his sleeve, the songs are expressions of deeply personal experiences and inner turmoils. Feelings of loneliness and isolation, of growth and rebirth. A combination of reality born from experiences lived, felt and understood.
La Sirena

La Sirena

7 Oct 2026 - 7 Oct 2026

Returning to Green Note under her new artistic name LA SIRENA, Chilean singer-songwriter, pianist and producer Carolina Stiles (formerly Linah Rocio) invites listeners into the world of her new album The Sorceress Dreaming. Created through live recording sessions in Bristol with an ensemble of musicians, the album captures the raw connection, spontaneity and emotional honesty of music created in the moment. Joining LA SIRENA for this performance is upright bassist Dave Ayre, whose collaborations include Joni Mitchell, Hans Zimmer, Muse and Lewis Capaldi. For this intimate Green Note appearance, LA SIRENA and Dave Ayre strip the songs back to their essence voice, piano and upright bass. A rare and personal encounter where vulnerability, intensity and musical conversation come together, allowing the stories and emotions behind the songs to unfold naturally in the room.
Black Cat Music Presents: Banjo Jen

Black Cat Music Presents: Banjo Jen

27 Oct 2026 - 27 Oct 2026

Original Americana with Yorkshire personality. Sheffield-based artist Banjo Jen is difficult to categorise but easy to fall for. This autumn, shell be returning to Green Note with her band The Junk and their unique brand of folky Americana, to celebrate the release of her eagerly-awaited third EP In the End. With razor-sharp songwriting, percussive Appalachian step-dancing, and engaging between-song banter, Banjo Jen's refreshingly original live act is guaranteed to win the heart of every crowd. Tipped by Maverick magazine for a long musical career, Jen hit the ground running by performing in Austin TX at SXSW fringe events shortly after her first ever gig. She was then selected by the Americana Music Association UK to showcase at Red Rooster and The Long Road festivals, has since sold out headline shows and supported many touring international Americana acts and British folk artists, establishing herself as one to watch on the growing UK Americana scene. From tales of feisty female gold-rush entrepreneurs, murderous nursery rhyme characters and weary mill workers, to Jen's own adventures and experiences in love and life, her eclectic songs are brought to life with percussive banjo, guitar and step-dancing, and the support of regular bandmates Johnny Griff on upright bass and El Heneghan on accordion, flute and backing vocals and occasionally the musical saw!
The Beadling

The Beadling

31 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

The Beadling are an English folk trio who blend traditional music and original composition, focusing on dynamic storytelling and uplifting voices that are often overlooked. Using a multitude of instruments, the Beadling craft intricate arrangements to capture the rich emotional lives in these traditional stories and explore the impact that social identity had on folk figures of the past.
Ceci Day

Ceci Day

3 Oct 2026 - 3 Oct 2026

Ceci Day is an English-American singer-songwriter whose music lives among city streets and country skies. Her sound merges folk, country, rock and acoustic storytelling: a transatlantic identity shaped by a life lived between New York, London and the American West. Her songs are lyric-driven and rooted in the specific. Her singles ‘With Fire’, ‘Homebound’, ‘Soho In July’ and ‘Beat’ marked a new creative capture, followed by ‘Country Girl Sound’ which carries a strong transatlantic feel. Day’s latest single, ‘lipstick on my orange juice’ is a sung narrative full of vivid memories that carry you from first meetings through to final moments. This fan favourite captivates every audience with lyrics that stick in heart and mind. Whether you’re dancing or crying, this song makes you feel something you can’t forget. She recently headlined London’s Troubadour, where she performed fan favourites and upcoming release ‘Goodbye Sweet Sheridan’. This summer she performs at the Portofino arts festival and is taking her music across Europe and America: more stages, more miles, more stories to share.
Erin Turner & Saul Bailey

Erin Turner & Saul Bailey

7 Sept 2026 - 7 Sept 2026

Together, Erin Turner & Saul Bailey bring new insights to the undiscovered and the well-traversed corners of folk music. Expect warm-humoured audience interaction, bare-faced honesty, and simply good music. Erin Turner - Vocals, Octave Fiddle, Whistles, Harmonium Saul Bailey - Diatonic Accordions, English Concertina, Hurdy Gurdy As well as their mastery of whistle, Erin’s voice is known for both its technical brilliance and raw power. Their extensive work in researching social history and English folk dance has made them influential in the wider ceilidh scene, and forms the basis of their deep understanding and respect for traditional songs. Erin is a natural storyteller and champion of the subversive, sharing narratives that foreground the stories of the marginalised. Radio 2 Folk Awards nominee Saul Bailey is recognised as one of the UK’s foremost diatonic accordion players, combining sensitivity and intricacy in both tunes and accompaniment. Their style, encompassing melody and rhythm in new ways, respects tradition while moving it forward. Saul has an ear both for discovering un-played gems in the archives and for writing critically acclaimed original tunes, all of which speak for themselves in the hands of “one of the very, very best” (Sam Sweeney).
Becky Alice Presents the Music of Ella Fitzgerald
Becky Alice brings the music of Ella Fitzgerald to Camden, backed by a world-class band of some of London's finest musicians. Finalist in the Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Competition in Washington D.C, expect well-known classics reimagined in a new light, as well as lesser-known tunes from the extensive catalogue of incredible music attributed to Ella.
Rowan Flack

Rowan Flack

27 Sept 2026 - 27 Sept 2026

Rowan Flack is a jazz and folk-influenced vocalist and composer whose musical path spans the BRIT School, Trinity Laban Conservatoire, and Norway's Edvard Grieg Academy, where she explored the intersection of Norwegian folk traditions and contemporary jazz. Described by Jazz FM presenter Simon Phillips as an artist making all the right noises, her music has been praised by CLASH for blending folk textures with the nimble technicalities of jazz, producing a sound that is bittersweet but oh-so melodic. Following the previously released New Light Dwelling (2019), a vocalese set to Keith Jarrett's Belonging, and Forest Fires (2024), her latest EP, Nap on the Sofa, was released in February 2026 via Pretty Decent Music. Her group features established musicians from London, Bristol and Ireland: Rob Dimbleby (piano), Jack Lecomber (double bass), Andrew McCoubrey (drums) and Celeste Cantor-Stephens (trumpet)
Lynne Hanson

Lynne Hanson

4 Mar 2027 - 4 Mar 2027

"Somewhere in the heartlands, in a town called 'Americana USA,' nestles a particular variety of singer songwriter. Someone who views a melodic sensibility through the bottom of a whiskey glass. Canadian songstress Lynne Hanson could run for mayor of that town." R2 Magazine Too tough for folk and too blues-influenced for country, Lynne Hanson's brand of porch music with a little red dirt can turn on a dime from a sunshine, blue sky ballad to a full on thunderstorm of gritty Americana swamp from one song to the next. Her hard living music has garnered her the nickname Canada's own Queen of Americana. And while her deep, bluesy croon has drawn comparisons to Lucinda Williams and Gillian Welch, it's the poetry of her lyrics that really sets her apart. A contemporary blend of both mainstream hip & retro musicality Her voice potentiates popular music with modern sensitivity that's effective & assertive Lynne Hanson is that good an artist. - Americana Highways A two-time Canadian Folk Music Award winner, Hanson is known for her high energy, roots guitar driven live performances. She has an uncanny way of connecting with her audience with an authenticity that is as entertaining as it is disarming. On stage Hanson has a wonderful charm and disarming sense of humour a spontaneity and honesty that enchants. - Americana UK Hanson has released ten studio albums along with two books of poetry over her 20 year solo career. Along the way she's won two Canadian Folk Music Awards, as well as the Colleen Peterson songwriting award. She's toured extensively across North America, Europe and the UK, and appeared at leading international festivals including Take Root (Netherlands), Glasgow Americana (Scotland), Maverick Festival (UK), Kerrville Folk Festival (US), and Winnipeg Folk Festival (Canada). She has also toured as support for Grammy-nominated artists like Gretchen Peters, Steve Forbert and Albert Lee. That performance from Lynne Hanson was worth waiting for. It was different, yet mightily satisfying for those hooked in the magnetic appeal of songwriters sharing their valued craft. It underlined the versatility of this Canadian who you feel could grace any arena in a folk, country and rock scene. - Three Chords And The Truth (UK) Lynne Hanson released her tenth album Just A Poet in May 2024. Just A Poet was nominated for a Canadian Folk Music Award for Contemporary Album of the Year.
Irene Serra

Irene Serra

6 Nov 2026 - 6 Nov 2026

Critically-acclaimed Italian-born, Danish-bred and London-based Jazz vocalist Irene Serra is a charismatic performer with a beautiful vocal style and assured stage presence. She sings a great repertoire of eclectic tunes from straight ahead jazz standards, swinging blues and beautiful Brazilian songs to quirky pop arrangements. Irene has performed in many high-profile venues in and around the UK, including the Barbican, Ronnie Scott's, Pizza Express Jazz Club, Union Chapel & King's Place. A thoughtful and intelligent musician she started studying jazz at the age of 16 at the Academy of Music in Milan and then moved to London to continue studying music at Goldsmiths College and then completing a Masters in Music Performance at the Guildhall School Of Music and Drama. Her poised and energetic performances have already earned her much critical acclaim: she was one of the semi-finalists in The Brussels International Young Jazz Singer competition in 2008 and was a finalist at the Shure Montreux Jazz Competition in 2009. Catch her tonight with Luca Boscagin, one of the best guitarists in London, in this highly anticipated evening from this exciting performer. .Sublime vocals. | JAZZ FM "Irene Serra has a strong stage presence and a compelling vocal tone" | JAZZWISE
The Andrew Collins Trio

The Andrew Collins Trio

11 May 2027 - 11 May 2027

Mando maestro Andrew Collins finds himself through no actual fault of his own at the epicentre of Canada's burgeoning acoustic/roots music scene. He didnt invent it but he's certainly been a contributor, having co-founded seriously noteworthy Canadian bands like the Creaking Tree String Quartet, the Foggy Hogtown Boys and, more recently, his namesake Trio. That's not to mention the fact that this prolific, robust performer comfortable on mandolin, fiddle, guitar, mandola and mandocello composes, produces, arranges, writes and teaches across multiple genres, including a popular collision of folk, jazz, bluegrass, celtic, and classical. As Collins gathers up innumerable JUNO nominations (5) and Canadian Folk Music Awards (7) won by his various ensembles, he's zeroing in on the work he does with Trio-mates: fellow string guru Adam Shier, whose versatility shines through on guitar, mandolin, and vocals, and in-the-pocket James McEleney holding it down on the bass, mandocello and vocals. Showcasing a dizzying number of styles and instruments on stage, Collins and Co. appear to live by the old adage, idle hands are the devil's workshop, likely keeping them just ahead of his grasp. Bending and blending genres, these musical shape shifters land somewhere between the re-imagined worlds of Béla Fleck and Newgrass invader, David Grisman. In 2024, they released The Rule of Three, which received much acclaim including three more 2025 Canadian Folk Music Award nominations. True to his form, Andrew hasn't allowed himself to rest on his laurels. The Trio have a new release on its way. Retro, a retrospective look back at Andrew's 25+ years composing and performing his own music, explores and reimagines some of his favourite pieces that predate the trio's existence. Keep your eyes and ears out for the 2025 release.
Maz O'Connor

Maz O'Connor

8 Dec 2026 - 8 Dec 2026

Described by The Observer as a highly individual singer-songwriter, Maz OConnor is a truly unique artist. Known for her haunting, emotive vocals and her poetic lyricism, her songs are most often short stories inspired by her love of literature, folklore and mythology.
Spottiswoode

Spottiswoode

15 Sept 2026 - 15 Sept 2026

SPOTTISWOODE is an award-winning bandleader, singer-songwriter, scriptwriter and filmmaker. For the past two decades, the Anglo-American has been the frontman of the septet, Spottiswoode & His Enemies. The New Yorker refers to him as a genius and downtown ringleader. With the band, he has released seven acclaimed records, performed numerous Manhattan residencies, and toured extensively from SXSW and Lille Europe to Lincoln Center. In addition to recording with his Enemies, Spottiswoode has released four solo albums and a duo collection. His most recent release, IT WASN'T IN THE SCRIPT, is a meditation on the joys and humiliations of fatherhood and getting older. Spottiswoode delivers a rare record: an album about fatherhood that feels neither moralistic nor saccharine, but rather like life as it happens, messy, sublime, and utterly unplanned. (Extravafrench) Spottiswoode's songs have been featured in a wide variety of films and television shows. He has been nominated for multiple Independent Music Awards, the piano ballad, Chariot, earning him the prize for Best Adult Contemporary Song. Spottiswoode's music travels the gamut, drawing comparisons to Leonard Cohen, Ray Davies, Nick Cave, Tom Waits, Randy Newman and Jim Morrison. Still, he's very much his own man. He evokes real emotions, sometimes different ones in a single song (Dan Reed, WXPN). He's delighted to be joined by two virtuoso friends: Matti Müller (guitar, vocals) and Jonny Gee (double bass, vocals).
Malin Pettersen

Malin Pettersen

25 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Iris Dement has her song on repeat, hailed a 'sensation by Paste Magazine, and from her little corner way up North in the world she's been picked up by both Billboard Magazine, Rolling Stone Country and Forbes. Needless to say Malin has something she would like to say and people want to hear it. In her home country she is known for her voice, which reels you in, and her lyrics, that make you stay. With references hailing from Country music and Jazz to Swedish Folk music she brings a certain je ne sais quoi to her music and people only seem to want more. Country music sensation - Paste Magazine The spaces between the notes are as wide-open as the narrator's future - Rolling Stone Country
Anna Smyrk + Eliza Hull + Ruth Lyon

Anna Smyrk + Eliza Hull + Ruth Lyon

28 Oct 2026 - 28 Oct 2026

Anna Smyrk It's the sun on your face. A long scream in the car. Laughing until you cry. A hectic dance in the living room. It's tension and release. Grief and joy. Love and pain. Anna Smyrk's new album is all these things. Her first full length record, out now, dives deep into holding joy and pain together; a mix of comfort, sadness, and emotional release. Debuting #20 on the US specialty radio charts, #15 on the ARIA charts for Australia albums and getting multiple spins on BBC Radio, this is a release to watch. Produced and mixed by Anna Laverty (Courtney Barnett, Nick Cave), Spectacular Denial explores denial in all its forms. Written after Anna's father passed away, the tracks move effortlessly between moments of grief and love, darkness and light, pain and hope. It showcases exceptional songwriting, driving indie-rock sounds, sweet alt-folk confessions, heart-wrenching lyrics and Anna's delicate yet powerful vocals, described as truly astonishing by Rolling Stone. Eliza Hull Against a backdrop of uncertainty, transformation and emotional reckoning, Eliza Hull is creating the most fearless music of her career. The acclaimed Australian songwriter, musician and advocate has built a reputation for turning vulnerability into something cinematic and deeply human writing songs that cut through with raw honesty, strength and emotional precision. Her work explores identity, womanhood, disability, desire and self-worth, delivered through a voice that feels both intimate and impossible to ignore. Recent years have marked a defining creative era for Hull. She has toured extensively throughout Australia and internationally, including a celebrated run with Sarah Blasko, while also sharing stages with artists including Dan Sultan, Jen Cloher, Maple Glider, Gordi, Clare Bowditch and Katy Steele. Ruth Lyon Ruth Lyon is a potent songwriter from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, who weaves deeply evocative narratives and powerful meditations, with an artistry that balances delicacy and strength. Forged by her experiences as a disabled woman and a life-long sense of otherness she explores the beautiful mess of human existence. The songs are rich with poetic nuance and the unconventional insight of a young life lived to capacitya mesmerising blend of analogue and angular anti-folk that gives as much attention to silence as sound, with understated yet muscular grooves. Shimmering between the abstract, the archetypal and the naked truthmeaning lingers just beneath the surface, daring listeners to both reach out and dig deep; to give their emotions a solid, tangible shape. Coming off the back of performances across the worldmost notably supporting Zaho De Sagazan across Europe; performing at New York City Hall where she received the prestigious Danny Award, a global recognition of disabled creatives; Brighton's Great Escape international showcase; Glastonbury Festival; SXSW Texas; as well as being included on the Disability Power 100 List which named her as among the most influential disabled people in the UKLyon released her debut album Poems & Non-Fiction in June 2025, working with acclaimed producer John Parish (PJ Harvey, Aldous Harding).
Maz O'Connor

Maz O'Connor

8 Dec 2026 - 8 Dec 2026

Described by The Observer as ‘a highly individual singer-songwriter’, Maz O’Connor is a truly unique artist. Known for her haunting, emotive vocals and her poetic lyricism, her songs are most often short stories inspired by her love of literature, folklore and mythology. She wrote her first song aged four, whilst making a ‘radio show’ with a cassette player, and grew up singing old folk songs in her local Cumbrian venues. She went onto study Literature at Jesus College, Cambridge, where she dove deep into the history of folk song. It was during this time that she started to write her own songs. Winning a BBC Performing Arts Fund Fellowship in 2014 (once won by Adele) brought Maz to wider attention, and later that year she was nominated for a BBC Folk Award for her first album, ‘This Willowed Light’. Maz has since released 3 further albums, toured the U.K., Europe and Canada, played live sessions on BBC Radio 2 and 3, and appeared at major U.K. festivals, including Glastonbury and WOMAD. She has also written book, music & lyrics for the folk musical ‘The Wife of Michael Cleary’, which won the Stiles + Drewe Prize 2023 and is currently in development with West End producers. After taking a few years out of recording and performing to have her son and work on her musical, Maz recorded her new album, ‘Love it is a Killing Thing’ in April 2025. Recorded live to tape in Spring 2025, this record is a collection of ancient songs about the perils of love, reimagined and in some cases re-composed by Maz. It marks a triumphant return to her folk roots.
Tightrope Moon

Tightrope Moon

8 Nov 2026 - 8 Nov 2026

Tightrope Moon cast a silver web over their audiences as violin, viola and vocals entwine in celestial sounds and hypnotic melodies. From gronky re-imaginings of English, Swedish and American tunes to delicate compositions and ethereal improvisations, their spiralling melodies feel like secrets whispered in the dark. The duo’s electrifying groove-based tunes create a sound that is otherworldly, yet deeply rooted in tradition. Their songs spin out stories old and new, as haunting vocal harmonies floating over delicate pizzicato latticework. Tales of the forest merge with daydreams in the big city as they infuse acoustic instruments with eerie experimental electronics.
Pure Represents... Featuring Rae Morris + Matilda Finn Frances
Pure Represents, an independent live booking agency, is curating an evening of music where the audience and musicians connect through music in an intimate setting. Rae Morris and Matilda Finn Frances will be showcasing their music across the evening. RAE MORRIS: After being signed to Atlantic records aged 19, Rae went to on release three studio albums of critical acclaim, touring extensively with the likes of Bombay Bicycle Club, Tom Odell, and Jungle. As Rae's music evolved towards a more experimental, alt-pop sonic, reminiscent of artists such as Tori Amos and Patti Smith (with whom she had the pleasure of sharing a festival stage with), one thing that has always remained is her ability to tell a deeply personal story using the piano and voice. MATILDA FINN FRANCES: Matilda Finn Frances is an artist whose sound resonates with the gentle introspection of a life lived on the periphery, observing and reflecting on the world around her. Arriving on the South West's music scene at the end of last year, her beguiling voice and haunting melodies have been doing all the talking, leaving audiences (and rumour has it, record labels) spellbound. Early support from Steve Lamaq and Jo Whiley will no doubt make Matilda one to watch for the near future.
Zoe Cure

Zoe Cure

26 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2026

Zoe Cure is an indie-folk artist based in Leeds. Drawing influence from celebrated contemporary songwriters such as Adrianne Lenker, Laura Marling and Angel Olsen. In October this year she will be releasing her highly anticipated debut album Wave: a deeply emotive and intimate collection of songs exploring themes of love, loss, solitude and the cyclical patterns of the natural world. Since releasing her EP Two Piano Songs in 2022, Cure has supported the likes of acclaimed artists such as Allegra Kriegar, Helena Deland and folk legend Martin Carthy. The raw emotional honesty of Cure's vocals, intricate finger-picked guitar and powerfully poetic lyricism have prompted comparisons to acclaimed songwriters Joni Mitchell, Laura Marling and Billie Marten
The Rheingans Sisters - Matinee Show

The Rheingans Sisters - Matinee Show

15 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Critics have hailed their music as extraordinary and fearless, with The Guardian describing their 2024 album Start Close In as a radical leap. In three special live shows this Autumn at Camden's best small music venue, The Rheingans Sisters will revisit material from their five-album discography to celebrate their life's work together so far as well as showcasing new material from the duo plus both sisters solo songwriting. In these uniquely stripped back and intimate shows, expect the haunting BBC Radio 2 Folk Award-winning song Mackerel to finally return alongside the timeless beauty of old classics like October Song, the epic balladry of This Forest and the wildness of Urjen plus brand new songs from both Rowan and Anna. A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking evening; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
The Rheingans Sisters

The Rheingans Sisters

16 Nov 2026 - 16 Nov 2026

Critics have hailed their music as extraordinary and fearless, with The Guardian describing their 2024 album Start Close In as a radical leap. In three special live shows this Autumn at Camden's best small music venue, The Rheingans Sisters will revisit material from their five-album discography to celebrate their life's work together so far as well as showcasing new material from the duo plus both sisters solo songwriting. In these uniquely stripped back and intimate shows, expect the haunting BBC Radio 2 Folk Award-winning song Mackerel to finally return alongside the timeless beauty of old classics like October Song, the epic balladry of This Forest and the wildness of Urjen plus brand new songs from both Rowan and Anna. A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking evening; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
Harry Diplock Electric Trio

Harry Diplock Electric Trio

11 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Harry Diplock brings his own take on melodic virtuosity to the world of jazz. Heavily inspired by masters of the French, Brazilian and American jazz scene, the trio has a unique sound that is distinctly original. Featuring original compositions and an alternative line up of drums, double bass and electric guitar, this special performance gives the trio a chance to explore. Come for an evening of musical surprises! Line up; Harry Diplock - Guitar Sam Nicholls - Drums TBC - Double Bass
Efg London Jazz Festival Presents: George Crowley / Ruth Goller / Will Glaser (Matinée Show)
A coming together of three distinctive and exciting voices from the worlds of alternative jazz and improvised music, this trio pairs genre-less and intuitive group improvising with Crowley's lyrical and melodic compositions, creating a colourful and hypnotic musical universe enhanced by other-worldly electronic sounds and textures. George Crowley - saxophone / electronics Ruth Goller - bass / voice Will Glaser - drums
Efg London Jazz Festival Presents: Rosie Turton & Miryam Solomon's Maar
Rosie Turton & Miryam Solomon present their duo album maar in a live context- an exploratory conversation between voice, modular synthesizer and trombone. Contemplative, textural, and at times fragile- it's a space of searching, unraveling, and finding each other again. Rosie Turton is a trombonist, modular synthesist, composer, and producer making waves on the UK jazz scene. Named 'One To Watch' by The Guardian and nominated for Jazz FM's 'Breakthrough Act of the Year', she blends meditative soundscapes with acoustic and electronic elements. Miryam Solomon is a London-based vocalist, by way of Sweden and Eritrea. Her work is underpinned by her love for interlocking rhythms, vocal interplay, and storytelling. As an artist, performer and collaborator, her work spans a wide range of projects, most recently recording and performing with Florence + The Machine.
Efg London Jazz Festival Presents : Ferg Ireland Trio (Matinée Show)
Ferg Ireland is one of London's most versatile and in demand Bassists. He has performed across the world and recorded with some of the biggest Pop artists in the world including Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, Jamie Cullum, Gregory Porter and Paloma Faith, and Jazz artists from the US and UK including: Jason Marsalis, Johnny O Neal, Leroy Jones, Nicole Glover, Ant Law, Roxy Coss, Jason Brown, Soweto Kinch, Empirical, Will Vinson, Alex Hitchcock, Kit Downes, Gwylim Simcock, Reuben James, Etienne Charles, Guy Barker, Jason Rebello, Ashley Henry, Kansas Smittys and the Ronnie Scotts Allstars amongst many others. His trio featuring MOBO award winning saxophonist Nathaniel Facey and ECM featured drummer James Maddren have been playing together for almost a decade and this is reflected in the telepathy of their musical conversation. The twists and turns of their dialogue delve deep into the dark heart of modern Jazz, with an alchemical blend of intense spiritual jazz, broken beat flavours, angular swing and playful conversations. They have built a cult following performing at festivals and venues in and around London, in both established mainstays such as Ronnie Scotts and the Jazz Cafe and grassroots venues, record shops and warehouse district art spaces. For this special London Jazz Festival show they will be presenting music from their new album Alive In London released on Whirlwind Records on the 30 October. An inexhaustible creative powerhouse Jazzwise
The Rheingans Sisters

The Rheingans Sisters

16 Nov 2026 - 16 Nov 2026

Critics have hailed their music as “extraordinary” and “fearless”, with The Guardian describing their 2024 album Start Close In as a “radical leap”. In three special live shows this Autumn at Camden’s best small music venue, The Rheingans Sisters will revisit material from their five-album discography to celebrate their life’s work together so far as well as showcasing new material from the duo plus both sisters’ solo songwriting. In these uniquely stripped back and intimate shows, expect the haunting BBC Radio 2 Folk Award-winning song Mackerel to finally return alongside the timeless beauty of old classics like October Song, the epic balladry of This Forest and the wildness of Urjen plus brand new songs from both Rowan and Anna. A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking evening; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
The Rheingans Sisters

The Rheingans Sisters

15 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Critics have hailed their music as “extraordinary” and “fearless”, with The Guardian describing their 2024 album Start Close In as a “radical leap”. In three special live shows this Autumn at Camden’s best small music venue, The Rheingans Sisters will revisit material from their five-album discography to celebrate their life’s work together so far as well as showcasing new material from the duo plus both sisters’ solo songwriting. In these uniquely stripped back and intimate shows, expect the haunting BBC Radio 2 Folk Award-winning song Mackerel to finally return alongside the timeless beauty of old classics like October Song, the epic balladry of This Forest and the wildness of Urjen plus brand new songs from both Rowan and Anna. A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking evening; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
The Rheingans Sisters - Matinee Show

The Rheingans Sisters - Matinee Show

15 Nov 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Critics have hailed their music as “extraordinary” and “fearless”, with The Guardian describing their 2024 album Start Close In as a “radical leap”. In three special live shows this Autumn at Camden’s best small music venue, The Rheingans Sisters will revisit material from their five-album discography to celebrate their life’s work together so far as well as showcasing new material from the duo plus both sisters’ solo songwriting. In these uniquely stripped back and intimate shows, expect the haunting BBC Radio 2 Folk Award-winning song Mackerel to finally return alongside the timeless beauty of old classics like October Song, the epic balladry of This Forest and the wildness of Urjen plus brand new songs from both Rowan and Anna. A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking evening; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
Whitney Rose

Whitney Rose

1 Oct 2026 - 2 Oct 2026

Whitney Rose is an award winning internationally lauded and critically acclaimed vocalist and songwriter whose music bends genres and transcends international boundaries. Since 2016 Rose has performed over 600 shows and gained international recognition for her music and live performances. In 2016 Rose won the ECMA Award for Country Album of the Year. In 2019 she won Honky Tonk Female of the Year at The Ameripolitan Awards. She has performed on stages or recorded with artists such as The Mavericks, Dwight Yoakam, Marty Stuart, Jason Isbell, Midland, and many more. She doesnt do it alone her current band includes storied players: drummer Lisa Pankratz (Dave Alvin, Billy Joe Shaver, Hayes Carll), bassist Brad Fordham (Jerry Jeff Walker, Dave Alvin, Kelly Willis), and guitarist Dave Leroy Biller (Texas Playboys, Deke Dickerson, Hunt Sales). "A sultry country classicist with a tremble in her voice, Whitney Rose is partial to the magisterial gestures of the 1950s and 1960s" New York Times "Playfully croons through tales of love and mischief with girlish breath and devilish twang" Rolling Stone "Her finest overall album; one that should raise her visibility as one of the most talented rootsy singer/songwriters, of any gender, on the crowded Americana scene American Songwriter
Grace Elizabeth Harvey

Grace Elizabeth Harvey

29 Oct 2026 - 29 Oct 2026

Grace Elizabeth Harvey wrote her EP Songs of Devotion from deep within the tangles of language and love. Formed by train journeys, second-hand bookshops and borrowed sofas, what has presented itself is a collection of songs as dynamic and exploratory as they are simple and sincere. With a background as a classical cellist and student of literature and philosophy, Grace unites the traditional with the exploratory to capture deeply moving fragments of our experience, inspired by the likes of Laura Marling, Leonard Cohen and Madison Cunningham. The year of her 2025 debut EP, Other Faith, brought two UK-wide tours, including a break into London's grassroots folk scene, sharing stages with the likes of Chris Brain, Chloe Foy, Josienne Clarke, Villagers and Florist. She won the Young Songwriter's Competition 2025 and has since been awarded the PPL Momentum Accelerator Fund for her upcoming EP, Songs of Devotion. With a penchant for exceptionally captivating live performances, receiving praise from national press (BBC Introducing, Still Listening, Narc, FATEA, Folking) and grassroots fans alike, Grace is quickly proving herself to be of the UK's finest emerging songsmiths and a new name to watch (FATEA). Grace embarks on her debut headline tour this Autumn, performing the EP live with her band in Liverpool, Manchester, Sheffield and London.
Craig Joiner

Craig Joiner

28 Oct 2026 - 28 Oct 2026

Whether lamenting a love lost, celebrating the calming beauty of nature or relating the epic tale of a struggle at sea, Craig Joiner’s songs are informed by experience, observation, vivid imagination and a desire to take his music “deeper into folk”. As a dextrous and highly accomplished guitarist, Craig is fully equipped to play out his compositions against an acoustic musical backdrop which perfectly suits his subject matter and vocal delivery. The Wedding Day Of Eliza May’ was voted ‘Track/Song Of The Year, 2024’ in the FATEA awards and features on Craig’s current album, ‘A Kind Of Calm’, which was one of the Top Ten ‘Albums of the Year, 2024’ choices by Mike Brocken of Folkscene. Although Craig has forged a career and won repute in the rock arena, folk music has always been his true muse and calling. “As a 15-year-old, I played my first gig, guitar in hands, at the Cellar Folk Club in Hemel Hempstead,” he recalls. “Life and opportunities then led me elsewhere, but here I am again, having travelled full circle. It feels like home and it’s so wonderful to be here.” “Craig is a singer / songwriter and his personal based songs are very accessible, with all the foibles of life that we can relate to.” Tony Birch - FATEA
Some Foreign Shore

Some Foreign Shore

1 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2026

Some Foreign Shore is an enchanting new collaboration between one of the finest fingerstyle guitarists of his generation Dariush Kanani and the voice of fairytales Daria Kulesh an afternoon of pure escapism into the music of Anne Briggs, Sandy Denny, Bert Jansh, and other folk greats. Dariush captures the spirit of the great players like Bert Jansch and John Renbourn and makes it his own (Gordon Giltrap) while Daria is one of the finest voices on the present folk scene (Mike Harding), compared to both Sandy Denny and Loreena McKennitt. Join two accomplished artists with intriguing foreign roots and a deep love of British folk on a stirring and hypnotic musical odyssey of rare beauty.
Clementine Lovell Trio

Clementine Lovell Trio

7 Nov 2026 - 7 Nov 2026

Clementine Lovell is an award winning musician with roots in both English and Irish folk. She is as close as you can get to the whole package of composer, musician and singer who can both write and interpret music with a sound that is all her own (Folking). Described as having a magical voice that resonates and shimmers (Americana UK), one of those voices you just cant ignore, Clementine Lovell's exceptional musicianship and quality of songwriting draws you in and holds you captive. Her voice has been compared to English greats the calibre of Sandy Denny and Maddy Prior. Clementine's award winning debut album Westbound (Fatea Awards Debut Album of 2025), produced by Marion Fleetwood (Feast of Fiddles) and featuring Ric Sanders (Fairport Convention) and Robbie K. Jones (Track Dogs), is rooted in English and Irish folk and is outstanding (Folk London Magazine), 'spectacular (FATEA), 'stunning (Bright Young Folk) and contemporary and innovative (Irish Music Magazine). Her new album Permutations is a collaboration with multi-instrumentalist Gergely Nagy, who helped shape the album's distinct soundscape by blending experimental, electronic, and traditional folk textures. The album has marked her out as one of the most exciting new voices on the wider folk scene (Fatea Magazine) and is an incredible collision of ancient and modern (Marc Higgins). It was awarded Celtic Music Radio Album of the Week, and was described as a striking reimagining of traditional folk songs with a collection of old ballads taking on a new life Clementine Lovell offers the folk tradition treated as a living and breathing thing. Clementine will be performing at The Green Note with multi-instrumentalists Gergely Nagy (percussion, guitar) and Mark Jolley (violin, bass).
Folklore Presents: Daniel Isaiah

Folklore Presents: Daniel Isaiah

26 Nov 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Rooted in Montreal, Daniel Isaiah captivates audiences with his guitar, piano, and unmistakable voice. His work has been called "stunning" by American Songwriter, reached #1 on Canadian campus stations, and aired regularly on CBC Radio. His live performances have been widely praised: Alan Cross wrote, "Within thirty seconds of him coming onstage I was transfixed extremely evocative, atmospheric and even slightly ominous." His Leonard Cohen tribute at Le Rialto was called "breathtaking" by La Presse. Other highlights include festival appearances at Osheaga, SXSW, and Pop Montreal, opening for Stephen Malkmus, Van Dyke Parks, and Patrick Watson, and tours in Quebec, Ontario and Italy.
Trevor Babajack Duo

Trevor Babajack Duo

3 Oct 2026 - 3 Oct 2026

TREVOR BABAJACK DUO: Trevor Babajack Steger is an award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with a string of accolades, chart-topping albums, and sold-out shows across the UK and Europe, including Italy, Poland, Spain, Portugal, France, and Germany. His music has been championed by Cerys Matthews on BBC Radio 2 and Tom Robinson on BBC 6 Music, with airplay on countless stations worldwide.Trevor's sound is impossible to pin down. At first glance, Acoustic Blues might seem fitting, but it barely scratches the surface. His raw, ferocious energy, growling vocals, and masterful musicianshipon harmonica, National guitar, lap steel, and morecreate a sound that defies categorization. Some call it Punk Blues, Swamp, Power Acoustic, Raw Rootsbut none quite capture it. Think Tom Waits meets Sonny Terry, with guitar chops that rival the best in blues, folk, Americana, and beyond. His music shifts effortlessly from haunting and atmospheric to gritty and foot-stomping, demanding to be experienced live. Critics and audiences alike have sung his praises. Blues in Britain hails him as one of our finest and most original bluesmen. Blues Matters calls him a master craftsman. His latest album, Six Foot Tenwhich hit #1 on the British Blues Charthas been described as a masterpiece, a true work of musical artistry (Blues in Britain) and a future classic (Folk & Tumble). Whether performing solo, as the Trevor Babajack Duo (with acclaimed percussionist Jesse Benns, known for work with The Hawthornes, Thrown Together, Glymjack and The Gerry Colvin Band), or as the Trevor Babajack Trio (featuring virtuoso violinist Jo Chambers, who performs everywhere from classical-infused raves in Ibiza to orchestras worldwide), Trevor delivers an unforgettable live experience. Expect raw energy, masterful songwriting, and world-class musicianshipan experience that will stay with you long after the last note fades.
Olive Grinter & Joe Shrimpling

Olive Grinter & Joe Shrimpling

21 Sept 2026 - 21 Sept 2026

Olive Grinter & Joe Shrimpling and their band will be celebrating the release of their debut album Silent Strings and Colourful Wings in September and October 2026 with a series of live shows across the UK. The album CD is available to purchase at their gigs and will be streamable from September 19th. Good friends Olive & Joe recently discovered their shared passion for songwriting and have come together to create a collection of songs telling tales of nostalgia, friendship and whimsy. Drawing influence from John Martyn and Nick Drake, Joe's delicate and thoughtful fingerpicking style embraces Olive's warm, sensitive vocals which are likened to Laura Marling and Norah Jones.
Ed Hicks and His Hot Cow Licks

Ed Hicks and His Hot Cow Licks

3 Oct 2026 - 3 Oct 2026

Taking you back to the Texas dance halls of the 1930s and 40s, Ed Hicks and His Hot Cow Licks conjure a Saturday night from another place in time twin fiddles weaving sweet harmonies, burning hot jazz solos, and Country crooning low enough to sway to. It's hillbilly music with jazz running through its veins, the old dance halls humming back into life one chorus at a time. Fronting the band is Ed Hicks (The Nightcaps, The Savoy Cabbages), an electric frontman who has toured with some of the great US roots musicians. He's joined by Sam Draper (The Woodlanders, Holloman), bringing rich experience and dazzling jazz playing to every solo, and Emily Smith (Ragged Out String Band, Firecrackers), whose deep exploration of old-time fiddle music runs right through the band's sound. One of their favourite bass players rounds out the rhythm section on the night.
Sam Chase

Sam Chase

13 Nov 2026 - 13 Nov 2026

Hailing from San Francisco, California, Sam blends Americana, folk, and rock into what they call "Chamber Americana"a powerful mix of soaring harmonies, driving rhythms, and cinematic storytelling. Led by acclaimed songwriter Sam Chase and featuring violin and cello, the trio delivers emotionally charged songs that are as intimate as they are expansive, earning a reputation for captivating live performances on both sides of the Atlantic.
Stella Prince With Sophia Brown and Emanuela
Prince is an old soul a 21-year-old singer/ songwriter whose holy trinity of singers hail from the 1970s or earlier. Forbes Stella Prince is an LA-based singer-songwriter who blends the storytelling of her Woodstock roots with modern pop sensibilities. Already a history-making performer at venues like the Bluebird Cafe, she is currently preparing for the 2026 release of her highly anticipated debut album. Sophia Brown is a London based Singer Songwriter Emanuela is an Italian singer songwriter based in London
Olive Grinter & Joe Shrimpling

Olive Grinter & Joe Shrimpling

21 Sept 2026 - 21 Sept 2026

Olive Grinter & Joe Shrimpling and their band will be celebrating the release of their debut album ‘Silent Strings and Colourful Wings’ in September and October 2026 with a series of live shows across the UK. The album CD is available to purchase at their gigs and will be streamable from September 19th. Good friends Olive & Joe recently discovered their shared passion for songwriting and have come together to create a collection of songs telling tales of nostalgia, friendship and whimsy. Drawing influence from John Martyn and Nick Drake, Joe’s delicate and thoughtful fingerpicking style embraces Olive’s warm, sensitive vocals which are likened to Laura Marling and Norah Jones. In Spring 2026, Olive, Joe + friends performed a sold out set of shows in Brighton (Folklore Rooms), Bath (Wine Vaults), and Cardiff (The Gate) in celebration of their debut single ‘Pause to Breathe’. The duo also played a series of intimate acoustic gigs in the Harlequin in Sheffield, Bristol Folk House, and at All Roads Festival. From mellow vocals that wrap the room in a warm hug to thigh slapping, fast paced jigs that bring the audience to their feet, the group provides a joyful mix of beautiful lyrics and quality musicianship.
Clementine Lovell Trio

Clementine Lovell Trio

7 Nov 2026 - 7 Nov 2026

Clementine Lovell is an award winning musician with roots in both English and Irish folk. She is ‘as close as you can get to the whole package of composer, musician and singer who can both write and interpret music with a sound that is all her own’ (Folking). Described as having a magical voice that ‘resonates and shimmers’ (Americana UK), one of those voices you just can’t ignore, Clementine Lovell’s exceptional musicianship and quality of songwriting draws you in and holds you captive. Her voice has been compared to English greats the calibre of Sandy Denny and Maddy Prior. Clementine’s award winning debut album Westbound (Fatea Awards Debut Album of 2025), produced by Marion Fleetwood (Feast of Fiddles) and featuring Ric Sanders (Fairport Convention) and Robbie K. Jones (Track Dogs), is rooted in English and Irish folk and is ‘outstanding’ (Folk London Magazine), ‘spectacular’ (FATEA), ‘stunning’ (Bright Young Folk) and ‘contemporary and innovative’ (Irish Music Magazine). Her new album Permutations is a collaboration with multi-instrumentalist Gergely Nagy, who helped shape the album’s distinct soundscape by blending experimental, electronic, and traditional folk textures. The album has ‘marked her out as one of the most exciting new voices on the wider folk scene’ (Fatea Magazine) and is ‘an incredible collision of ancient and modern’ (Marc Higgins). It was awarded Celtic Music Radio Album of the Week, and was described as “a striking reimagining of traditional folk songs with a collection of old ballads taking on a new life... Clementine Lovell offers the folk tradition treated as a living and breathing thing”. Clementine will be performing at The Green Note with multi-instrumentalists Gergely Nagy (percussion, guitar) and Mark Jolley (violin, bass).
Some Foreign Shore

Some Foreign Shore

1 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2026

Some Foreign Shore is an enchanting new collaboration between “one of the finest fingerstyle guitarists of his generation” Dariush Kanani and “the voice of fairytales” Daria Kulesh - an afternoon of pure escapism into the music of Anne Briggs, Sandy Denny, Bert Jansh, and other folk greats. Dariush “captures the spirit of the great players like Bert Jansch and John Renbourn and makes it his own” (Gordon Giltrap) while Daria is “one of the finest voices on the present folk scene” (Mike Harding), compared to both Sandy Denny and Loreena McKennitt. Join two accomplished artists - with intriguing foreign roots and a deep love of British folk - on a stirring and hypnotic musical odyssey of rare beauty.

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