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Alex Roberts - Glastonbury (Avalon Acoustic Sessions)
- ALEX ROBERTS - 'An exemplary musician and Bard in the truest sense of the word' A highly acclaimed songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and bard of Greek and Welsh ancestry, Alex Roberts hails from the south coast of Britain. Touring and releasing music regularly for over two decades, he has collaborated with some of the fi nest traditional musicians of the British Isles and abroad. His work has earned him the monikers of 'Bard of Dorset & 'Hollowneck Troubadour' (after his exemplary lap-steel guitar playing). Whether it's the fi nger-style guitar, lap-steel, or bouzouki, it is played with a sincerity borne of years of graft, craft, and of a man who seems to straddle time through song. Alex's songs offer a fusion of cultural pertinence, generated by an acute appreciation for our earth and ancestry, and a raw gift for storytelling. His songs are enriched by travel and immersive living experiences, from off-grid living in the wilds of rural France, to tipi dwelling in Dorset, allowing music to guide his path across multiple continents, the result is an oasis of mini odysseys in which each song feels like it has been specially harvested for our appreciation. Through devotion Alex turns life into song, and shows how song provides life with its heartbeat. His most recent album - Trespass - (2025 - Mottow Soundz) is a body of work illustrative of a deep connection to musical heritage and a progressive mastery of his art, which received great acclaim from the folk music community and excellent reviews from the international music press. 'A folk revivalist and a singer-songwriter whose work invites comparison with the guitar greats and singer-songwriters of the 60s folk revival... brave, atmospheric and epic... a fi ne piece of storytelling.' Songlines Magazine (August 2025) This is the best kind of music for me - Beautifully written and wonderfully executed Mark Chadwick - The Levellers Alex's music comes from the heart & will touch your heart. His songs weave stories, & the music wraps them up in magic. Be prepared to be swept away Wimborne Folk Festival Superb musicianship and great songs. A true gem Kashmir Stage, Isle of Wight Festival 'Alex plays bloody wonderfully!' John Renbourn 'A fi rm favourite!' Larmer Tree Festival 'Mixing ancient and modern to make something fulfi lling, engaging... genuinely moving. A contender for my best of the year list'. FATEA MAGAZINE https://www.alexrobertsmusic.com/
Alex Hart & Adam Sweet - Glastonbury (Avalon Acoustic Sessions)
Described by BBC Radio 2 presenter Mark Radcliffe as the Stevie Nicks of Folk. The south-west based singer/songwriter Alex Hart has just released VISIONS her most exciting and anticipated album to date. At 18 Alex was noticed by producer Neil Stainton who honed her talent, worked with her during her early career and co-wrote and recorded her debut album On This Day. Alex also worked closely with musician and songwriter Barney Dine from Torbay with whom she co-wrote many songs from this album, songs afterwards and gigged extensively. During this time, she was able to grow as a musician and perfect her craft. Following the success of Alex's debut album, her voice and musicianship caught the eye of legendary Jethro Tull guitarist Martin Barre, who asked Alex to be a part of his band as a musician and vocalist for their European and international tour dates. Alex has performed and toured all over the UK/Europe with the band and has embarked on many international US tours. Alex also collaborates and performs alongside the critically acclaimed Devon born folk singer Seth Lakeman. Alex's voice as well her multi-instrumental playing features heavily on his brand- new album. The single Higher We Aspire received huge BBC Radio 2 support, and Alex performed the song live on BBC Breakfast TV. Alex tours extensively with Seth as a duo, trio and part of the band. Keep a lookout for gigs across the UK. Alex Hart is not only a talented vocalist, but an accomplished musician too, 2025 is set to be her most successful and exciting year yet. Alex Hart is set to make a global impact. The Guardian Alex Hart is not only a talented vocalist, but an accomplished musician too. Alex has grown as a musician over the years and is continually adding new instruments to her armoury. Review MNPR Magazine
Jess Silk - Dashboard Jesus Tour - Glastonbury (Avalon Acoustic Sessions)
Jess Silk and Matt Johnson are joining forces once again in April 2026 to bring The Dashboard Jesus Tour to venues across the country. Reflected in their words, both solo acoustic artists wear their hearts proudly on their sleeves, singing songs about the state of the world while also trying to offer a glimmer of hope in dark times. Jess Silk www.jesssilk.co.uk Jess Silk is a guitarist, singer and songwriter from the Black Country. Her shouty but melodic brand of folk/punk music gets people sitting up and listening. Armed only with an increasingly sticker-covered acoustic guitar, lyrics right from the heart and a distinctive, powerful voice that many don't expect, Jess plays to audiences up and down the UK and has shared stages with many well known names among the folk/punk scene. Matt Johnson www.mattjohnsonmusic.co.uk Matt Johnson is a Midlands based singer/songwriter who really wears his heart upon his sleeve, his emotive performances completely captivating his audience. His lyrics cover the whole remit of life, from the love of his family through to the persecution of our wildlife, and he means every word. He has a fantastic ear for melody and builds a hook into every song that has the audience singing back at him by the second chorus
Sam Lewis

Sam Lewis

11 Mar 2026 - 20 Mar 2026

While it bears the sonic landmarks of roots music's most fertile ground, the songwriting of Sam Lewis is born of a landscape that can only be felt, not seen. His music is native to the infinite expanse that is exposed when human attention is full, and focused inward - harvested solely by the nuanced rhythm of love. Sam's songs are rooted in the energy that defines this harmonious frontier, the space that unifies the human experience in each of us. It's the anchored spirit in this incubated territory of soul for which Sam Lewis works to celebrate and elevate with the tones of rock & roll, rhythm & blues and a country-folk muse.

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