In answer to overwhelming support, the most recent line-up of John Coghlan’s Quo, Mick Hughes, Rick Chase, Pete Mace and Russ Chadd have reformed under the name of Quo Connection in order to begin the next chapter carrying on the legacy of Status Quo and John Coghlan. JCQ had been in existence for twenty-five years in various forms. The band wish John all the very best with his new projects which can be found on his website and Facebook page. Quo Connection will play many of Quo’s hits plus some incredible album tracks with the same power and passion you have come to expect.

Aynsley Lister is one of the UK's hottest contemporary blues guitarists. His unique brand of blues-based rock delivers contemporary song writing, fueled with heart and soul. With over 100,000 albums sold, lashings of critical acclaim and years of high profile touring, Lister's resumé speaks for itself and firmly secures his position as a leading light in the resurgence of British blues-infused music.

Glory Days are the UK's number one Bruce Springsteen tribute band. The band has been playing for more than a decade and is made up of Springsteen fans who wanted to capture the live Springsteen experience - no lookalikes, just the music! The full E-Street, eight piece line-up will take you on a blast down Thunder Road playing all the 'classics' on the way. They are more than likely to throw in a few choice album tracks too! These boys & girls will rock for over three hours (when they're allowed) and give you that Bruce experience you thought you just couldn't get anymore. Their sets have included just about everything over the years and you will always be treated to a great mix of songs, from Jungleland and Thunder Road to The River and Promised Land, they pick from the best back catalogue around. When The Boss stays home, Glory Days will give you what you need... Jersey style!

Since winning Acoustic magazine's 2010 Singer Songwriter of the year, nu / anti-folk artist Gaz Brookfield has spent his time on the road, touring the UK and Europe. He has shared the stage with the likes of Levellers, Seth Lakeman, Frank Turner, New Model Army, Nick Harper, Newton Faulkner, Miles Hunt, and many more. His songs are instantly accessible, everyman tales of life, love and everything else in between.

Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. The band have also added a tribute into their show to ex-Thin Lizzy guitarist (and world renowned solo artist) Gary Moore. From their Official PRS award, performing for Virgin Atlantic in Barbados, T.V. appearances (BBC 2’s ‘Arena’ amongst others), and to actually being recruited to record and tour by members of the original Thin Lizzy, Limehouse Lizzy enter their 25th year with their most explosive show and critically-acclaimed line-up yet. The boys are back!

Nominated for Musician of the Year and for Best Album with Vagrant Stanzas at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2014, Martin's shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving. There is no doubt that after 35 years as a professional musician Martin is better than ever. Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, his interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. Martin has been nominated an astounding 31 times in the 15 years of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards -- more than any other performer -- with 12 nominations for Musician of The Year, which he has won twice. 2008 saw an incredible five nominations for 'Prodigal Son' and two wins, whilst in 2010 he had an unprecedented six nominations for his CD, True Stories and a win for Best Traditional Track, 'Sir Patrick Spens'. Whether playing American old-time music, blues, a Dylan song or his own material, Martin Simpson is unpredictable, individual and a guitarist of immense subtlety.

The Blues came calling first, but rock was always waiting around the corner. Well it would be, wouldn’t it? Coming from the deep south, it was inevitable, but living in the deep south of a major Yorkshire City, there’s a gritty hard edge to life! ​ A female guitar prodigy, Chantel was told by a major label that she had a "great voice, but girls don't play guitar like that!" Wisely ignoring their comments, she enrolled at the Leeds College of Music and became the first student in the college’s history, to achieve a 100% pass mark at BTEC, with 18 distinctions. Chantel then pursued further education and left with a First Class Honours degree in Popular Music and a coveted prize, the college’s musician of the year award. ​ Chantel released her highly anticipated second album, Lose Control, in October 2015 on her independent boutique label Tis Rock Music, this being the follow up to her critically acclaimed 2011 debut album, Like No Other.

Chris Wood is an uncompromising writer whose music reveals his love for the unofficial history of the English speaking people. With gentle intelligence he weaves the tradition with his own contemporary parables. A self-taught musician, composer and song writer, Chris is a lifelong autodidact whose independent streak shines through everything he does. Always direct and unafraid to speak his mind, his song writing has been praised for its surgical clarity. He cites his major influence as Anon. On stage Chris has the air of a craftsman who no longer needs to be precious about his art. Without any apparent effort he reaches deep into an enviable repertoire of songs before revealing another gem.

Robert Vincent is one of the most acclaimed new voices on the Americana music scene. Born in Crosby Liverpool, his upbringing inculcated him with a very Merseyside culture of storytelling and language. In 2013 Robert Vincent released his debut album Life in Easy Steps. Critically well received, the title track was play-listed by Radio 2. After meeting Whispering Bob Harris at an event called ‘Bluebird at the Bluecoat’ that brought the concept of the bluebird cafe in Nashville to The Bluecoat Chambers in Liverpool, the legendary radio presenter invited Robert to perform a live session on his Radio 2 show and in 2016 awarded him with his ‘Emerging Artist’ of the year award at the inaugural UK Americana Awards show in Hackney London. In 2018 his Sophomore album ‘I’ll Make the Most of my Sins’ was named UK Americana Album of the Year. Meeting and performing with musical director Ethan Johns at the award ceremony would shape his future career. In February of 2018 Robert was invited to perform on the BBC ‘Old Grey Whistle Test, For One Night Only’ closing the show. It was this performance that would propel him to number 1 and 2 in the iTunes Album and Singles Charts. Robert's latest release ‘In this Town You’re Owned' charted at number 2 in the UK Americana Charts been critically praised both in the UK and Europe and USA. At the midway point of the year American Songwriter Magazine named ‘In this Town You’re Owned’ in its top 20 albums (every genre) of 2020 to date. ‘In This Town You’re Owned’ has also picked up Americana Music Association UK Album & Artist of The Year 2021, plus Americana UK Album & Artist of the Year 2020.

Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside back in 1979. China Crisis found major success in the UK with five Top 40 singles, ten Top 50 singles and three Top 40 albums and hits across Australia, Europe and the Americas. The band are known for their string of hit singles, including African & White, Christian, Working with Fire and Steel, Black Man Ray and Wishful Thinking, The RETROspective tour will see the band performing these classics alongside songs from all of their seven studio albums.

Kris Drever originally comes from Hrossey in the Orkney Islands. Over the years, he has taught himself to be a songwriter, guitarist and singer of note (and sometimes many notes). As well as creating award-winning original songs and instrumental pieces with the trio Lau, he has had a fruitful solo career exploring the cracks between classic and modern songwriting and the traditional music that he comes from. Drever’s sound is rooted in the earthy and hypnotic rhythms of much older music, but there’s a sophistication to both the lyricism and the instrumentalism which places him skilfully in the present. He has an extensive collection of BBC R2 Folk awards, plus a fistful of Scottish NaTrads awards for everything from best album, best singer and best live act to best original song. He has worked with many excellent musicians, including Jack Bruce, Eddi Reader, Mark Knopfler, Jerry Douglas and Roddy Woomble, and is a member of the beautiful multi-media project Spell Songs: The Lost Words. Currently, Kris is preparing for a series of Lau events around the UK, writing music for a new solo album and learning some old tunes for reasons he can’t quite explain.

Nick Harper is one the UK's best kept musical secrets. Those who have witnessed the spellbinding, one-man show will tell you this. A childhood growing up surrounded by the musical prowess of some of the 60's most revered songwriters & musicians, not to mention being son of Roy Harper, along with 20 years of crafting songs & touring the land has spawned a truly one-off, original guitarist & songwriter who stands alone as a UK great, to be cherished & revered. For over two decades, he has been dazzling audiences, reviewers & fellow artists alike with his heady mix of virtuosity, boyish charm, showmanship & sheer bravado. An imagination bursting with ideas has seen Nick release 11 solo albums to critical acclaim, earning a Number 1 spot in the charts with the seminal hit 'Blue Sky Thinking'.

Over ten years and evolving incarnations Roving Crows have cultivated an arresting, singular sound that pushes the boundaries of the Celtic Folk genre. The band play with genuine passion, energy and soul. Vital and vibrant, a must see live act who showcase a mix of fiery, Celtic-inspired fiddle, conscious, intelligent lyrics, backed by solid, thumping rhythms and driving, innovative bass.

brave rival are a rock band on a mission. No gimmicks, no frills - just raw, high-energy, riff-driven rock that demands to be heard Since forming in 2019, the Portsmouth-based quartet-vocalist Lindsey Bonnick, guitarist Ed ‘the Shred’ Clarke, bassist Billy Dedman and drummer Donna Peters have built a reputation as one of the UK’s most electrifying live acts. Their debut album Life’s Machine (2022) put them on the map, catching the attention of critics, fans, and even Joe Bonamassa, who called them one of his “favourite discoveries.” Their 2024 follow-up, Fight or Flight, upped the stakes, earning a 9/10 review from Classic Rock Magazine, who hailed it as “an album packed with ambition, fire, and killer songs.” With massive hooks, blistering guitar work, and unstoppable energy, the album set the stage for their biggest year yet-festivals, headline tours, and sharing stages with rock legends like FM. Brave Rival are only getting started. Get on board or get out of the way.

As a singer and lead guitarist in rock band Gomez, Ben Ottewell is well known for his unmistakable voice and talent for blistering and inspired guitar solos. Ottewell released his first solo album Shapes & Shadows (ATO) in 2011, featuring such beautiful acoustic tunes as 'Blackbird', 'Shapes and Shadows' and 'Take This Beach', which appeared on FX’s Sons of Anarchy. Since then, Ottewell has been pleasing audiences with a series of successful solo tours across the UK, US and Australia.

BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winners, Irish/Manx/Scottish quintet mar are amongst Glasgows hottest folk property. Their most recent release, Awakening (2023) delivers a critically acclaimed third round of the high octane fuel that has energised audiences worldwide, making mar one of the most sought-after folk festival bands (Folk Radio). With a line-up boasting a heavyweight collective haul of top solo prizes including nine All-Ireland and eight All-Britain titles audiences are unfailingly transfixed by mars formidable technical prowess, underpinned by an electric live energy and out-and-out joy of playing together. With a wide-reaching fanbase throughout the UK, Europe, USA and Canada, the quintet fast became one of the trad scenes most talked about groups thanks in no small part to their debut video, LAir Mignonne catapulting the group to the attention of audiences and media worldwide. Adam Brown (bodhrn), Adam Rhodes (bouzouki), Mohsen Amini (concertina), Ryan Murphy (uilleann pipes) and Toms Callister (fiddle) share a strong background in Irish music; a grounding that underpins many of mars distinctive qualities, in both instrumentation and material. Indeed, the groups very being embodies a personal reconnection with its members formative years, dating back long before their recent camaraderie around Glasgows celebrated session scene. The shared cultural heritages between Scotland, Ireland and the Isle of Man are well documented: all three once shared the same Gaelic language, and a similar, clearly potent, kinship endures between their musical traditions. striking musicianship, artful arrangements and sheer absolute delight | Songlines

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs. In constant demand and having played just about every festival and two-bit, jibe-arsed dive in Christendom, Mad Dog Mcrea are, in every sense of the word, a live, band.

Harking back to the roots of country rock and blues, with touches of Lynryd Skynrd, Allman Brothers, Little Feat and the ’70s sound of Cash, Young and Dylan, they appeal to the contemporary Blackberry Smoke and Jason Isbell fan bases. They are one of the hardest working bands around, touring and recording their songs of life’s trials and triumphs, in a traditional line up of acoustic and electric guitars, drums and bass.

Award-winning singer-songwriter Heidi Talbot returns featuring her most raw and open-hearted work to date. Fans will get a chance to hear the latest tracks alongside some of the old favourites.

Britains only MORRISSEY tribute act

The three sisters can't recall when or why they started playing, the music’s always just been there. In their late teens, the sisters joined forces with their dad, who for decades was a one man band playing old blues and country tunes for a living. This foundation of classic "roots music and Americana" settled in their hearts, but also awoke the urge of breaking the rules of traditional music. Baskery is a band built on what three people can do together and it's all about turning the music on its head, blending the straightforwardness of punk with the subtlety of singer/ songwriting. The first album, "Fall Among Thieves" (2008) was recorded in Stockholm, co-produced by Lasse Mårtén (Pink, 'Peter, Bjorn and John', Kelly Clarkson, Lykke Li, Primal Scream ). "New Friends" (2011) the follow up, the band referred to it as the "gypsy album" since it was mainly tracked on the road in various hotel rooms and band apartments, then mixed in Berlin by Blackpete (Depeche Mode, Joe Jackson, Peter Fox). As a contrast to the first two albums which took several months to make, the third one "Little Wild Life" (2013) was recorded during ten days in an old dance studio converted to a studio in former east Berlin, co-produced by Matt Wignall (Cold War Kids, J. Roddy Walston, Wargirl). All three albums received great acclaim by the press and are released in numerous countries. The releases in combination with relentless touring have given the band a reputation as one of the music scene's most noticeable live acts.

Thomas Giles Robinson is a British singer, bassist, radio presenter and long-time LGBT rights activist, best known for the hits "Glad to Be Gay", "2-4-6-8 Motorway", and "Don't Take No for an Answer", with his Tom Robinson Band. He later peaked at No. 6 in the UK Singles Chart with his solo single "War Baby".

Of all the West Coast singer-songwriters, Joni Mitchell remains its most influential figure, with a body of work running the gamut from folk to mainstream pop, right through to modern jazz. This comprehensive survey of Joni's career includes landmarks such as Big Yellow Taxi, Free Man In Paris, River and of course Both Sides Now, a wide selection from albums such as The Hissing of Summer Lawns, Hejira, Court and Spark and her iconic first release, Blue. Both Sides Now brings together a group of top-drawer musicians, featuring singer Sarah Miller already known to Bath audiences for her performances with Nearly Dan and keyboard player Aidan Goldstraw, whose devotion to Joni's back catalogue shines through in performance. The band line up is completed with Nick Mellor on guitar (The Eagles Don Felder, John Miles, Tony Christie) and on bass Ollie Collins (Nearly Dan, Badly Drawn Boy, James Morrison). Come and spend an evening exploring the work of a musical genius.

Legendary singer Tony Christie has found international fame with hits like I Did What I Did For Maria, Walk Like A Panther, Las Vegas and of course the number one single (Is This The Way To) Amarillo. Tony’s Irish roots (his grandmother and grandfather played in a ceilidh band) are celebrated on the album The Great Irish Songbook that came out in 2015. Collaborating with crossover folk band Ranagri, Tony produced a stunning set of traditional songs. Following on from the success of The Great Irish Songbook, Tony Christie and Ranagri have recorded a second album together, The Great Irish Songbook Vol II. In celebration of this they will be doing a short tour together in November and December at a number of venues from Glasgow to Southampton. Ranagri are Eliza Marshall, Donal Rogers, Eleanor Dunsdon and Jordan Murray, and are already well known and much loved to audiences in Greater Manchester. We are really pleased to be one of the few venues selected to host this short joint tour.

Born in the valleys of south Wales, Laura's love of country, soul and blues music started very early when she listened to old records by Fleetwood Mac, the Eagles, Bonnie Rait, Faith Hill and more. Laura frequently travels to Los Angeles and Nashville to write and on her last trip there performed at the Bluebird Café. It was quite an astounding year for Welsh, Nashville loving songstress Laura Evans with the release of her debut EP that saw her truly making her mark on the country/blues scene. Laura’s first single from the EP "Running Back To You" charted straight at number one on the UK blues chart and peaked at 43 on the US blues chart as well as follow up singles “Drag Me back In” & “Solo” following suit, and have been getting well-deserved radio play & earned huge praise from BBC Radio Wales after all being added to the BBC Welsh A-LIST as well as airplay on Planet Rock, Chris Country Radio & Country Hits Radio. Laura also had a successful career as an actress before following her true passion which is music!

Straight-up lyrics, pounding bass lines, lilting mandolin and fiddle melodies and stomping beats, Man The Lifeboats have cultivated a sound that would not be out of place at a party at the end of the world. Influences Well, up there with Skinny Lister and Holy Moly & the Crackers, we have the Pogues, Bellowhead, Tom Waits, Dylan, Springsteen, Kate Bush, Frank Turner, Manu Chao, and of course, Chic. Throw all that in a cauldron and you end up with a blistering live experience, tales of lost evenings, ballads of doomed love and shanties about whisky-soaked nights, Michael Palin, and the end of the world.

Nerina Natasha Georgina Pallot is a British singer, songwriter and producer, who has released seven albums and over a dozen EPs. She was nominated for British Female Solo Artist at the 2007 BRIT Awards and nominated for an Ivor Novello Award for "Sophia" in the category of 'Best Song' in the same year.

Nora Brown is the “brightest young star in old-time music” (Songlines), playing traditional music focused on southern Appalachian banjo and guitar, with her singing revealing her “thirst for storytelling.”( NPR) . She digs deep: “a reverent nod to deeply-rooted ole-time traditions, and an exhibit of sonic heirlooms carefully amended to meet a modern moment with vintage elegance.” American Songwriter. The New Yorker called her most recent solo record Long Time To Be Gone “a disarming collection of traditional laments and exquisite banjo instrumentals.” Nora will perform in a duo with award-winning fiddler Stephanie Coleman. First brought together by Brooklyn’s tight-knit old-time music community, Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman share a rich musical partnership that belies their 20 year age difference. Stephanie is a master old-time fiddler, having recorded with and toured internationally over the last two decades with celebrated artists including trailblazing all-women string band Uncle Earl. Beginning at age 6, under the tutelage of the late musician and scholar Shlomo Pestcoe, Brown also counts Alice Gerrard, George Gibson, and the late John Cohen, Lee Sexton, and John Haywood among her teachers and mentors. Just nineteen years old, Brown has released three albums, a single, and an EP on Jalopy Records. Across each haunting collection of traditional music, Brown’s playing is lucid, confident, and full of grace. Presented by Please Please You & The Black Swan Folk Club This is an 16+ event

Track Dogs have been sweeping the UK summer festival scene leaving behind a dancing army of new fans in every port. Based in Madrid Track Dogs comprise of two Irish men, an English man and an American who have come together and blur the lines of genres so beautifully to create something so unique that on paper just shouldn't work,.but OH BOY does it ever. Delivered with stunning 4 part harmonies to accompany guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, uke and a trumpet Track Dogs are a force of nature with a style unto themselves. The infectious latino beats merge in seamlessly into americana, folk and a sprinkle of bluegrass that your couldn't stop your body moving to if your life depended on it. Join us for an evening fiesta you will be talking about long after stage lights go out.

AGMP Concerts presents The guilty men Featuring CLIVE GREGSON (Any Trouble) NEIL COSSAR (The Cheaters) CRAIG FLETCHER (Barclay James Harvest) JEZ SMITH (Barclay James Harvest) PAUL BURGESS (10cc) The days of the Supergroup may be long past... but The Guilty Men would surely qualify for that description! The band is made up of five of the finest musicians from the Northwest of England. Between them, they have played over 10,000 gigs on planet Earth, recorded thousands of songs and made countless radio and TV appearances. To say they’re experienced would be an understatement! Presented by AGMP. This is an 18+ event

John Otway and his hard hitting band attack his favourite set list with gusto, leaving plenty of room for anarchy, fun and acrobatics that are his trademark. The Big Band are Richard Holgarth (lead guitar), Seymour (bass guitar), Murray Torkildsen (guitar, songwriter), Adam Batterbee (drums).

Straighten Out are the worlds' premier Stranglers tribute band... with an extensive set-list that spans two solid hours as they re-create the 'early years' sound of The Stranglers, complete with a Hammond organ and Minimoog synth, the same models used by Mr. Greenfield himself back in the day! The growling bass sound and the quirky guitar riffs are all there to be heard as is the dual vocal 'attack' from the two frontmen a-la Burnel/Cornwell as they rip through Stranglers' classics... inc. Grip, Something Better Change, Golden Brown, Walk On By, Tank, Straighten Out, 5 Minutes, Down In The Sewer and many more as they cover the Stranglers' early classic albums and beyond...Straighten Out - live and unleashed - will take you on a nostalgia trip that transports you back to those raw, powerful, exhilarating times when The Stranglers emerged through the quagmire of mediocrity to produce some of the finest tunes ever written...Straighten Out will put you back in that place!

Europe’s leading Blues & Rock publication, Classic Rock Blues, recently called Danny a “National Blues Treasure“, a title that he has worked tirelessly and passionately to earn. Riding high on the European blues scene for over a decade, yet still only 34, Danny has carved a name for himself the old-fashioned way having played over 2000 club and festival shows to his many fans around the world. February 2016 will see the release of Danny's brand new studio album.

Seth Lakeman is a British folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his narrative-driven songs and energetic live performances. He gained recognition with his 2005 album "Kitty Jay," which was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize.

Martyn Joseph is a completely unique and mind-blowing artist. Take everything you think you know about singer-songwriters and rip it up. For one man and a guitar he creates a performance with a huge far-reaching sound that is energetic, compelling, and passionate. Be it to two hundred people or twenty thousand, he blows the crowd away night after night. ​ After being signed to Sony Music in the early’90’s, for whom he recorded 2 albums and achieved Top 40 chart success, Martyn became a trailblazer for independent musicians. He launched his own record label in 1999 forging a successful career using the internet, ahead of many other artists. ​ 2024 kicked off with the release of a new “masterful and career defining” (Fatea UK) studio album, “This Is What I Want To Say”, along with a sell out UK tour, followed by shows in mainland Europe and North America.. In July 2024 he was invited by BBC Radio 2 for a second time to write a song as part of their brand new award winning “21st Century Folk” project, following on from the success of his 2023 track, “Albert’s Place”, which featured in the original series,and which included appearances on BBC Breakfast TV, the Jeremy Vine and Ken Bruce shows on BBC Radio 2 along with Radio 4’s World at One. ​ His critically acclaimed 2021 record, “1960” was made Folk Album of The Month in Mojo and awarded 4 starts by Uncut, and remained in the UK Official Folk charts for much of 2022. ​ In April 2019 he won a “Wales Folk Award” for “Here Come the Young”, and in 2023 he was nominated for Best Solo Artist. ​ He is gifted with the rare ability to speak to the soul with his expressive and poignant lyrics and has a career spanning over 40 years, 27 studio albums, over a half a million record sales and thousands of live performances. Compared to Bruce Springsteen, John Mayer, Bruce Cockburn and Dave Matthews, he has created his own style and reputation as a mesmerising live performer and stands in his own right, built on a reputation for giving what thousands have described as the best live music experience of their lives. ​ A unique talent driven by passion, social awareness, and love for his trade, he's a jaw dropping guitar player who has developed a unique percussive style, teamed up with a powerful show stopping voice, and has been called “The Welsh Springsteen”. ​ Concerned with making music that is relevant and vital to his audience, he engages with challenging narratives tackling the complexity of the human condition, underpinned with a promise of hope. In his own words “I guess I try to write songs that can step up and speak to that given moment in time. A good song makes you feel like you’re not alone in the world.” ​ Martyn is also founder, along with his wife Justine, of the “Let Yourself Trust”.LYT works alongside Martyn’s music to help give profile to and fund Grassroots organisations across the globe. They have given away overa million pounds to over 20 different projects in the last 11 years. ​ He is hailed as a raconteur weaving tales on political and human issues, as well as stories on the fragility of love, with a magical ability to reach out to his listeners through his passion and commitment. Stunning reviews single him out as an unmissable solo performer whose music stays with you long after the show has ended.

Rob Heron & the Tea Pad Orchestra are one of the hardest working bands in the UK roots circuit. With thousands of touring miles under their belts, they have earned themselves a sizeable fanbase in the UK, Europe and beyond. Based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, they play their own brand of Western Swing, Blues, Gypsy Jazz and Country, or North Eastern Swing as they've coined it. Their style is more eclectic than most, influenced by early 20th century American music, with the addition of razor-sharp solos, great arrangements and original songs; their music harks back to a golden age whilst staying perfectly modern. The songs are penned by Rob Heron, a crazy fool for country music and a full time dandy-cowboy. His songs are full of character, satire, and good old fashion hollerin'.The band, a hot six-piece, features Ben Fitzgerald (guitar), Tom Cronin (mandolin), Colin Nicholson (accordion), Ted Harbot (double bass) and Paul Archibald (drums). Their debut album, 'Money Isn't Everything', caused a sensation when it was released in 2012, winning a host of rave reviews many of them 5-star. Their second album, "Talk About The Weather" is also gathering some notable radio play and reviews. The best way to experience Rob Heron and the Tea Pad Orchestra is at a live show!

North Tyne troubadours The Brothers Gillespie combine the glorious tones of sibling harmony with brilliant multi-instrumentalism and inspired song-writing. Described by Folk Radio UK as 'weaving an especially compelling magic'. Sam and James are great protagonists of the living tradition of British folk music.

Filkin’s Drift reimagine traditional melodies through pizzicato grooves, intricate guitar tunes, and boundless improvisation.

Traditional music from master flautist McGoldrick (Flook, Lunasa and Capercaillie), McCusker (Battlefield Band) and guitarist Doyle.

Lucca Mae is a rising star on the burgeoning soul and rock 'n' roll scene. Taking cues from the likes of Sam Cooke, Amy Winehouse, and Paolo Nutini, her singing, songwriting, and performance are second to none.

Heartbreak: The Tom Petty Show is a sensational new show celebrating the Grammy Award-winning, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and all-round American legend Tom Petty. Featuring hit songs by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Travelling Wilburys and Stevie Nicks throughout the evening. Tom Petty was one of the biggest selling artists of all time and endured mass appeal through a string of solo hits spanning four decades, and through other projects like The Travelling Wilburys and collaborations with artists including Stevie Nicks, Roy Orbison, and Mudcrutch. Last year saw the release of Petty Country, an album of Tom Petty covers by some of the biggest country artists of all time including Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson and Chris Stapleton.

Folk-rock rebels Blackbeard’s Tea Party celebrate 10 years of their seminal album ‘Reprobates’, a collection of stories about wrong’uns from history. They debuted material from the album during their now legendary appearance at Fairport’s Cropredy Convention, and it was the album that earned them thousands of new fans. Mixing sounds of traditional folk and classic rock, Blackbeard’s Tea Party look back to the album that reviewers called “a hell of a lot of fun” (R2 Magazine), “convincing and essential” (fRoots) and “unforgettable and exceedingly invigorating” (Living Tradition). In this exhilarating live show, the band revisit tracks from ‘Reprobates’, along with other songs of nefarious individuals – past and present - that pack their back catalogue. You’re guaranteed a loud and energetic performance that will bring out the devil inside you.

BBC Radio Young Folk Awards Nominee, UKE Magazine Best Newcomer winner and now English Folk Expo Mentor Scheme participant, Amelia Coburn is a truly stunning solo performer who bears comparisons to Kate Bush and Nick Drake with beguiling original folk and jazz influenced songs. Amelia has performed at Cambridge Folk Festival, Costa Del Folk in Ibiza and numerous other national and international events including sell out solo shows in her native North East and elsewhere as well as supporting a diverse range of artists including The Wedding Present, Steve Harley and the late folk legend Vin Garbutt.

Known for her crystal-clear voice and fearless songwriting, Hardy continues to push the boundaries of contemporary folk while staying deeply rooted in the traditions that inspired her. Touring with her trio, including acclaimed guitarist Jenn Butterworth, these shows promise a rare musical chemistry and emotional depth that few can match.

This year's Christmas show will focus on Dale's two biggest heroes, Dr.John and James Booker. Therell be some festive favourites thrown in and a Yuletide playlist. Get your smart Christmas leisure slacks on and join us for the Christmas piano led party to kick the celebrations off! ★★★★★

After last years complete sell out The Phenomenal Nick Bold brings his love and passion for George Harrison to the stage in, 'GEORGE! THE CONCERT,' in a tour-de-force evening of great Harrisongs, Beatle classics and Traveling Wilburys too. Joined by a stunning live band, it's an authentic, heartfelt and astonishing experience not to be missed. Bold's performance, storytelling and authentic persona are as "George" as it gets. George! The Concert is the show that ALL fans of, The Beatles will love. It celebrates the music of the,"Quiet one" in a performance that has been wowing audiences both in the US and the UK. Nick Bold, along with his 4 piece band, knocks out hit after hit from George's repertoire. The show is based on his 1992 live show, along with more upto date material, Nick and the band bring to life the outstanding array of George's song writing skills. Songs such as: Something, While my guitar gently weeps, Here comes the Sun, Give me love, My sweet Lord, Got my mind set on you, What is life.. and many more. Nick Bold's acclaimed performance of, George has taking him all over the world and he has become the "go to" man to play the great man. Plus a successful spot on "Stars In Their Eyes "

One of the most consistent performers on the blues rock circuit today. Originally from West Yorkshire John moved to Florida where he supported artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Mountain and Janis Joplin and many others before returning to the UK taking a somewhat different direction fronting Argent. When Argent disbanded John spent time primarily in the studio producing, recording and guesting with Ringo Starr, The Zombies, Smokie, Charlie, Motorhead and Saxon to name just a few however, performing live was always the driving force for JV and these days it's always easy to find him out on the road with his own band and playing his own material.

On Thursday May 21st, WagonWheel Presents... welcomes Otis Gibbs back to The Greystones when he tours the UK in support of his brand new record. Otis Gibbs is a songwriter, storyteller, painter, photographer, and planter of 7,176 trees. He once wrestled a bear and lost. He's been called the best unknown songwriter in music today, but if you ask him, hell just say he's a folksinger. The Trust Of Crows, his tenth studio album, was recorded at the iconic Columbia Studio A in Nashville, where Bob Dylan made Blonde on Blonde and Nashville Skyline. It's been closed to the public for decades, but Otis was given permission to record there. Gibbs storytelling extends beyond music to his YouTube channel, where more than 100,000 subscribers listen to tales and folklore passed down by legendary musicians. In an effort to preserve these personal stories before theyre lost to history, he single handedly built a living archive in the spirit of The Lomax Family, Studs Terkel or even Charles Kuralt. This deeply personal project reflects Otis reverence for history, lived experience, and the characters who shaped American roots music from the ground up. Otis embraced a DIY ethic early on, sometimes by choice and sometimes out of necessity. Whether it's starting his own record label, podcast, YouTube channel, or whatever else needed to be done, he's created his own ecosystem in the artsall while wearing the same work shirt and old felt hat that he wore planting trees 25 years ago. He continues to shine a light on the forgotten people, places, and the unvarnished beauty of everyday life. Otis and his partner, Amy Lashley have spent the last 20 years in their tiny home on top of a hill in East Nashville surrounded by artists, weirdos, radicals and as many animals as possible. Doors open 7.45pm. Entry will be more on the door. http://otisgibbs.com http://www.wagonwheelpresents.co.uk

It's back !! The famous Acoustic Angels festive party at The Greystones !! Party the night away with the best party band for miles around. This gig always sells out really quickly so don't leave it too late to book !! The Acoustic Angels are based in and around Sheffield and have been established for over 20 years. They have a wealth of experience playing gigs up & down the country at a wide array of different venues & functions. The band is made up of some of the areas finest musicians. Collectively they have worked together and individually with the likes of, Take That, The Spice Girls, Paul Carrack, Donny Osmond, Ray Davies, Peter Kay, Blue, Atomic Kitten, 911, Lulu, Five, Will Young, John Mayall, Peter Green, Mick Taylor, Long John Baldry, Corrine Bailey Rae, Tony Christie, Hamish Stuart, John Parr, Andy Fairweather Low etc, etc... Hear your favourite songs from the likes of Marvin Gaye, Earth Wind & Fire, Stevie Wonder, The Zutons, The Temptations, The Average White Band, the Doobie Brothers, etc...etc... PLEASE NOTE ! There is VERY LIMITED seating at this event, it's more of a dancing party.

An idiosyncratic, challenging and richly lyrical singer/ songwriter, Junior Brother is the pseudonym of Co. Kerry, Ireland singer Ronan Kealy. Chosen as The Irish Times’ Best Irish Act of 2019 and nominated for the 2019 Choice Music Prize for Album of the Year, Junior Brother has built a rabid following thanks to unmissable live shows, and music both excitingly forward-looking and anciently evocative. His strange stories unfold with reckless abandon upon a distinctive guitar and foot tambourine accompaniment, influenced as much by the avant-garde as music from the Middle Ages and his home place in rural Ireland.

Award winning singer and composer, Kim Carnie, has featured on some of the UK's biggest stages as well as across the world via film and computer game soundtrack, from Netflix's "Outlaw King" and Black Mirror to Hallmark's "A Scottish Love Scheme". One of the most sought after singers and session vocalists that Scotland has to offer Kim has worked with producers such as Jim Sutherland (Salmon Fishing In the Yemen), Donald Shaw (Capercaillie) and Ged Grimes (Simple Minds). In 2019 and 2020 she joined Manran and Staran, respectively, as lead singer.

A Xmas Extravaganza from three of Sheffield's finest jazz and swing all-star bands. Featuring the outstanding Miss Nicola Farnon, the irrefutable Dizzy Club, and Django performers extraordinaire, Danny Lowndes Hot Club. Personel: Niamh Kavanagh - Vocals Nicola Farnon - Bass/Vocals Henrick Linneman - Flute Shez Sheridan - Guitars Rob Skeet - Saxophones Caroline Boaden - Drums Ryan Taylor - Keyboards John Naylor - Charm Bryan Day - Guitars Chris Walker - Guitars Danny Lowndes - Guitar Kate Whittaker - Bass Mike Fleming - Bass

British rock band originally formed by members of the Crazy World of Arthur Brown.

Niall McNamee is an Irish singer-songwriter and actor rapidly making a name for himself through his captivating songwriting and charismatic live performances. Describing himself as ‘a romantic football fan who writes songs’, Niall moved to London at 17 years old working on building sites whilst growing a devoted fan base playing gigs in pubs and venues across London.

Best known as the powerful and charismatic frontman of the Oysterband, veterans of the folk and roots scene. They've released over 20 albums, played all the major festivals in the UK, Europe and Canada and recorded/toured with some of the UK's most revered artists including acclaimed tours and 2 award winning albums with June Tabor. Now, with the Oysterband saying farewell to their army of faithful fans across Europe and the UK with their hugely successful Long Goodbye tour, John is about to embark on his next chapter, enlisting the help of 2 longstanding friends and fellow musicians: Ray Cooper aka Chopper, and Al Scott. Ray joined the Oysterband in 1990 bringing in the cello sound alongside his bass and backing vocals before he went solo. Al has been associated with the band for over 30 years as producer and stand in guitarist. He joined the band in 2013. Between them the trio play a variety of instruments. They will be playing traditional and new songs plus some from each of their back catalogues.

The good Doctor Martin Carthy and his twice Mercury nominated daughter Eliza Carthy, join forces to perform songs from their first duo album ever, a CD of traditional material entitled THE ELEPHANT, released in May 2014 on Topic Records. Martin is a legendary ballad singer and guitarist who has influenced a generations of artists, including Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, while Eliza has been twice-nominated for the Mercury Music Prize and a multiple-award winner at the BBC Radio Two Folk awards. Eliza Carthy is undoubtedly one of the most impressive and engaging performers of her generation. Twice nominated for the Mercury Prize and winner of innumerable other accolades over a 20 year career, Eliza has performed and recorded with a diverse array of artists including, Paul Weller, Rufus and Martha Wainwright, Patrick Wolf and Bob Neuwirth. More than most, Eliza Carthy has revitalised folk music and captured the most hardened of dissenters with intelligent, charismatic and boundary-crossing performance.

Award winning, critically acclaimed blues rock artist from Liverpool. This is a very special, back to his roots, 15 date solo show where Laurence will be going back to the smaller, intimate venues working with promoters he's built up a relationship with when he first started out. Laurence has supported Ringo Starr, Van Morrison, the late Jeff Beck and Johnny Winter to name just a few and was tour support for Status Quo's farewell tour last year.

An easily confused and very shy individual, Charlie Parr has been traveling around singing his songs ever since leaving Austin Minnesota in the 1980's in search of Spider John Koerner, whom he found about 100 miles north at the Viking Bar one Sunday night. The experience changed his life, made him more or less unemployable, and brings us to now: 13 recordings, 250 shows a year or more, 200,000 miles on a well broke in Kia, and a nasty fear of heights. Resonator fueled folk songs from Duluth Minnesota.

National treasure Martin has influenced generations of artists including Bob Dylan and Paul Simon. In recognition of his illustrious career Martin has been shortlisted for the 2025 Mercury Music Prize for his wonderful new solo record Transform Me Then Into A Fish. This album also marks both his 84th birthday in May 2025 and offers a full circle moment in his music journey as he revisits material from his very first (eponymous) solo record released in 1965. In this live show Martin will be drawing from an eclectic range of songs and tunes from his vast repertoire and he will be joined by a very special guest.

The Last Laugh Comedy Club Presents: Shappi Khorsandi & Faizan Shah Get ready for another top-class night of stand-up at The Last Laugh, with two brilliant comics bringing the laughs in style. Shappi Khorsandi is one of the UK's best-loved comedians, writers and broadcasters. A regular on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, and QI, Shappi's razor-sharp wit and infectious storytelling have made her a household name. From her best-selling memoir A Beginner's Guide to Acting English to her sell-out tours, she's a comedy powerhouse who knows exactly how to light up a room. Expect charm, chaos, and some seriously funny insight into modern life. Faizan Shah is one of the most exciting new voices in British comedy. Smart, engaging and effortlessly funny, his mix of personal stories and sharp observations has earned him rave reviews and finalist spots in major competitions including BBC New Comedy Award and Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year. If you dont know him yet you soon will.

Sean Rowe is an American singer-songwriter, recording artist, and forager whose music carries the weight of timeless storytelling. Known for his commanding voice and raw emotional presence, NPR’s All Songs Considered praised Rowe’s vocals, saying, “He can just crush granite with that voice. It’s so powerful.” The Wall Street Journal described him as “as timeless as his approach, recalling the ecstatic intensity of late-’60s Van Morrison and the stark subtlety of late-era Johnny Cash.” Rowe has released five full-length albums and multiple EPs, earning a reputation for songs that are both intimate and cinematic. His music has been featured across film and television, including NBC’s The Blacklist and Parenthood. His song “To Leave Something Behind” became a breakout moment when it closed Ben Affleck’s 2016 film The Accountant, going on to surpass 16 million streams on Spotify. Presented by Love Thy Neighbour. This is an 18+ event

Canadian roots/swing duo Over The Moon's Suzanne Levesque and Craig Bignell are award winning multi-instrumentalists and vocalists who met, fell in love, got married and discovered their voices blend so well together that people often tear up upon hearing them sing. Living on a ranch in the foothills of Alberta's Rocky Mountains, it's inevitable there will be a strong sense of place and the rhythms of the land when you start to make music. When the couple released their debut album, the resonances were there for all to hear, reflecting the pulse of life lived in a territory that is both rugged and beautiful. Their music is a wild ride from 40's sounding western swing and Appalachian old-time, to cowboy blues. Simple and sweet, all of their material has a common thread that speaks of the Canadian west. Reviews were glowing on their UK release, with American Roots UK saying it was "Exceptional" and Country Music People adding: "There's so much to enjoy here." The editor of Maverick Magazine told readers: "You will love this."

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. "This is as close to a perfect record as I've come across in some time" Doug Gallant, The Guardian.

From powerful to ethereal, breathtaking to haunting, Karnataka's music draws upon many influences from melodic, classic & progressive rock to symphonic cinematic soundscapes. Karnataka rose to the forefront of new, female fronted rock bands, following the release of five critically acclaimed albums. The Gathering Light, recently won Best International Album at the World Web Awards in Italy. Winning plaudits from Radio 2's Bob Harris, Karnataka have performed in the UK, USA and Europe alongside prestigious artists such as Robert Plant and Porcupine Tree.

In support of his upcoming single, My Kinda Girl, Scott Lavene has announced an 11 date UK tour throughout September. My Kinda Girl is the third in a series of singles put out this year that will pave the way for his forthcoming debut album in 2019. Born in Essex, Scott Lavene was raised on power ballads, punk and swearing. In bands since his teens, Scott travelled about, scratching out a living with deadbeat jobs trying to find something to cling to. After couple of years in France and a brief stint in New York, including a playing at the infamous CBGB's Scott returned to London and came close to a major label deal with his sordid songs. Instead Scott disappeared on a rusty old boat, a floating shed, for five years. Hiding from the world. Broke and bemused. Solitude and lonely debauchery. After five years of this Scott went kaput, so spent some time in a house for the bewildered where he emerged full of life and songs. A self released album in a band called Big Top Heartbreak led to being signed to Funnel Music as a solo artist. The first single, 'It's All Gonna Blow' has been played by Steve Lamacq on his BBC 6Music show and Scott had a residency at the Brighton Fringe as well as a sell out show at Crofters Rights in Bristol for the 7inch vinyl release show.

Red Sky July are husband and wife duo Ally Mcerlaine (Texas) and Shelly Poole (Alisha's Attic) along with esteemed vocalist Haley Glennie-Smith. The band's sound is a blend of Alt-Folk, Country and Americana which has seen them gain considerable airplay, including being playlisted on BBC Radio 2. The band, who's achievements were recognised at the Scottish Music Awards where they were presented with a prestigious Tartan Clef Award, have toured extensively as well as appearing as special guests of the likes of Sheryl Crow, Steve Earle, 10CC, Tom Jones, Jools Holland and more. They have performed at some of the UK's most renowned festivals including Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, T in the Park and C2C: Country to Country. Their self-titled debut album was released to huge critical acclaim with Q magazine describing the album as a timeless blend of vocals & intricate twang as atmospheric as it is emotional. The follow up album Shadowbirds debuted at No. 3 in the official UK Country Charts, with Maverick magazine describing it as a beautiful slice of alt-country showcasing sunny songs and gorgeous harmonies. Red Sky July's third album The Truth and The Lie saw them hook up with Grammy nominated Nashville based singer songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman. Again, the album went Top 3 in the Official UK Country Charts, with the Guardian newspaper describing it as a modern country masterpiece.

Incredibly this is the 14th year for our end of year LEGENDARY FUNK & SOUL REVUE, that we first cooked up with Mike Pigeon when the Sheffield phenomenon that is THE GREYSTONES first opened. It will once again be in a packed Backroom, and as always will feature the most fabulous guest vocalists and Vinyl DJ Nathan Dodsworth. Every Revue has been a floor-shaking celebration of Funk with a capital F and Soul with a capital S! Montuno are a dynamite 8 piece band, at the centre of an incredible musician collective that has graced Sheffield's Funk, Soul & Jazz scene for many years from the Craig Charles Funk & Soul BBC 6 Music Radio Show (twice) and his acclaimed Live Show at The Foundry, to Tramlines & Sheffield City Hall. Bringing Jazz & Soul to Steel City Sheffield Telegraph Local Funk-Lords laying down the sensual yet heavy grooves! Exposed Magazine With Sheffield's hardest grooving rhythm section, deeply funky guitar & keys, fatback horns and sublime vocals from Dora Goddard, Lindsey Nelson and Jacqui McKoy. Outtasight!!!! Doors at 8.00pm so get there early and come ready to get on the good foot!

Cut Capers are an explosive 9-piece who have built a killer reputation for their live shows; ultra-high energy experiences, with epic arrangements, booming brass hooks, and scintillating solos.

Described in John Robb's definitive book on 'post punk' (Death To Trad Rock) as 'The misfits' misfits' and comprising an ever fluctuating line-up, based around lyricist/singer Robert Lloyd, the Nightingales enjoyed cult status in the early 80s as darlings of the credible music scene and were championed by John Peel, who said of them: 'Their performances will serve to confirm their excellence when we are far enough distanced from the 1980s to look at the period rationally and other, infinitely better known, bands stand revealed as charlatans.' The group recorded a bunch of critically acclaimed singles (almost always 'Single Of The Week' in the music press) and three albums, plus many radio sessions for their great supporter Peel. They also regularly toured the UK and Northern Europe, as headliners and supporting acts as diverse as Bo Diddley and Nico. Since re-grouping in 2000 they have played Glasto, SXSW etc and headlined Stewart Lee’s Austerity Binge on London’s Southbank.

Birmingham-based Rebecca and her band are a ‘must see’ live act that often leaves newcomers simply blown away by the power of the performance.

Expect new music, banter and Brtipop belters from the phenomenal frontman of The Bluetones.

Martin Turner was the lead vocalist, bass player and creative force of the original Wishbone Ash. The Blowin' Free Tour celebrates the bands 55th Anniversary.

Eleanor McEvoy has been exposed to music from a very early age with a musical upbringing playing the piano, violin and performing on stage with her older siblings. Eleanor graduated in music from Trinity in Dublin and set out to pay her way through life as a musician writing her own songs while waiting for the opportunity to branch out on her own. Eleanor spent four years in Ireland’s National Symphony Orchestra (NSO), she recorded studio sessions as a singer, fiddle and keyboard player and joined Irish diva Mary Black’s touring band. Embarking on full time song-writing she’s co-written with Rodney Crowell, Lloyd Cole, Henry (The Christians) Priestman, Johnny Rivers and Dave Rotheray of the Beautiful South.

National treasure Martin has influenced generations of artists including Bob Dylan and Paul Simon. In recognition of his illustrious career Martin has been shortlisted for the 2025 Mercury Music Prize for his wonderful new solo record Transform Me Then Into A Fish. This album also marks both his 84th birthday in May 2025 and offers a full circle moment in his music journey as he revisits material from his very first (eponymous) solo record released in 1965. In this live show Martin will be drawing from an eclectic range of songs and tunes from his vast repertoire and he will be joined by a very special guest.

Jon Wilks and the Grizzy Folk photo courtesy of Richard Banks

Hope & Social are a band who do things a little bit differently. They wear blue jackets and play mind-blowing, balls-to-the-floor, anything-for-a-laugh, much-more-for-a-tear, heart-on-your-sleeve, foot-on-your-monitor gigs. They count BBC Radio 2’s Mark Radcliffe and BBC Radio 1’s Greg James as fans and describe themselves as a 'Yorkshire E-Street Band meets Arcade Fire meets The Faces meets Dexy’s Midnight Runners meets Prefab Sprout at a party.'

A natural storyteller, Ben de la Cours visceral songwriting grabs you by the heart and doesnt let go. Weaving evocative stories of desperate characters with his signature Americanoir sound, de la Cour shines a glaring light on the human condition. His latest release, New Roses, received from MOJO and was named Album of the Month. While Bens previous album Sweet Anhedonia felt like the American heartland witnessed through the window of a car going 80mph (American Songwriter), New Roses feels like being stuffed into the trunk and driven into an imploding star. The record is a singular and personal vision, with de la Cour playing nearly every instrument and delivering his strongest vocal performance yet. The result is a razor-sharp album full of what he calls night songs haunting, impactful songs that feel like the witching hour. In a collection of songs filled with juxtaposition and duality, de la Cour balances doom and optimism, seeking out kernels of hope in the darkness.

Getting this star band to South Devon is a real coup for us. This is being put on at the Pavilions, Teignmouth. Tickets are available through their site but we thought we would bring this very important gig to your attention. The Cinelli Brothers have a passion for the music of the 1960’s, an amalgam of blues, rock and soul, and add a twist of contemporary style, making them a rising force on the music scene. Their appeal crosses all manner of boundaries, attracting a significantly younger crowd to their shows as well as pleasing the ears of older fans. Brothers Marco (guitar, keys, vocals) and Alessandro (drums, B/V’s) are joined by Tom Julian-Jones (guitar, harmonica, vocals) and Stephen Giry (bass, guitar, B/V’s).

Named as one of Rn'R’s ones to watch powerhouse Jenny encompasses a unique combination of indie folk, rock and pop. Winner of the 2021/2022 FATEA “Female Artist Of The Year” award and the 2020/2021 GSMC “Best Female Solo Singer/Songwriter” Jenny’s voice uniquely combines the melodic undertones of artists such as Eva Cassidy and the rawness of Alanis Morissette. She writes with soul, lyrical vulnerability and style to accompany her musicality through keys and guitar.

Ilana Zsigmond, aka St.Catherine's Child, is a transatlantic singer, songwriter and one of the rising stars of the indie Folk/Americana scene entrancing audiences in both the UK and USA. "A country tinged dream you can't shake from your heart" The Line of Best Fit " ...transforms grief into gold" Atwood Magazine "Softly stunning, mesmerising country tinged indie" Holler Please note this is a full band show.

A spellbinding tribute to one of the most iconic guitarists in rock history, an electrifying show that captures the raw energy and soul stirring melodies of Gary Moore's illustrious career.

Merging a fevered imagination, solid songwriting abilities and a groovy showbiz attitude with a mad scientist's brain for weird gadgets, Thomas Truax is a true one-off. He travels the world delighting audiences with his evolving 'band' of surreal self-made, Harry Partch-esque instruments including a motorised drum machine made of bike wheels called 'Mother Superior' and a souped up Dr Seuss-ian Gramophone called 'The Hornicator', as well as guitar. He crafts rich, poetically evocative songs about insects, trees, technology, and a lifelong obsession with things lunar. His eight studio LPs include the highly rated covers album Songs From The Films Of David Lynch. Notable supporters and collaborators include Jarvis Cocker, Duke Special, Richard Hawley, The Dresden Dolls and the late author Terry Pratchett. A new single, Save Me, featuring Gemma Ray, is scheduled for release in September, and a new full-length album will follow soon after. A collaboration with Leeds band Post War Glamour Girls is also set to be released this autumn.

British singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Emma Stevens first picked up a guitar at the age of two and has since learnt cello, piano, banjo, ukulele and mandolin. Playing the majority of the instruments on her albums herself, Emma has achieved four consecutive play-listed singles on BBC Radio 2, extensive international radio play in the UK, Europe and Australia, an iTunes single of the week with her song "Riptide", sold out headline shows and supported The Feeling, Take That, Wet Wet Wet, Train, Albert Lee and Simply Red to name a few! Emma music has also been used on a TV show in China which was broadcast to 75 million people! Emma's brand new EP "Atoms" is a beautiful collection of songs, featuring collaborations with Kevin Jeremiah from "The Feeling", and Grammy Award Winning writer Charlie Midnight. Since losing her Mum to cancer in 2012, Emma has dedicated her life to her music, writing messages of positivity, hope and love. Selected by the BBC to be a judge for the Eurovision Song Contest in 2016, Emma is no stranger on knowing how to deliver a good performance. Expect to be taken on an exciting musical journey, from foot tappers, to barn stompers, to compassionate and delicate tear jerkers. There's something for everyone with this special and unique artist. Not to be missed!

Raised by the Devon seaside and making his bones in the bars and clubs of Liverpool, John has released five albums with over 40 million Spotify streams. He has played to audiences all over the world in living rooms, festival tents and sold-out concert halls. He is a genuine inquisitive truth-seeker, devoted song interpreter, and enchanting writer. As a session musician, he has played guitar with artists as diverse as Joan Baez, David Gray, Joe Henry, Lianne La Havas, and Tom Jones.

We are delighted to welcome John " Rhino" Edwards and his band to The Greystones here in the Steel City. Rhino's Revenge is the 'side band of Status Quo's bass player, John Rhino Edwards; a band that now includes Status Quo's drummer, Leon Cave, who joined the three-piece in 2023. Craig Joiner of Romeo's Daughter completes the line-up on guitar. The band has been busy touring to promote Just Sayin, the latest studio album from Edwards. Now with three albums of original material, Rhino's Revenge brings songs from that repertoire to the stage alongside Quo favourites which Rhino has either written or co-written, some timeless rock classics and an element of the spontaneous unknown. I do like to surprise myself and everyone else by throwing in a song which we havent necessarily even rehearsed before, in the heat of the moment, he admits. Rhino's Revenge is made up from a pool of stellar players, subject to availability, that has included guitarist Jim Kirkpatrick from FM and Band of Friends and Richard Newman, who has performed with Paul Rodgers, Rory Gallagher, Jefferson Starship, Steve Marriott, Alvin Lee and Glenn Hughes. Having previously been a member of acts including The Climax Blues Band, Space and Dexy's Midnight Runners, Rhino was invited to join Quo in 1986 and has been permanent in the line-up ever since.

We are excited to welcome Blaze Bayley back to The Greystones, Sheffield, where he has performed several sell-out shows with his band Wolfsbane. This will be a very different and exciting show, with Blaze performing a special Iron Maiden Anniversary extended set, featuring songs from The X Factor, Virtual XI & Best of the Beast. BLAZE BAYLEY - Metal Hall of Fame inductee - is a singer/songwriter born 29th May 1963 in Birmingham, England. Having started his professional music career in WOLFSBANE in 1984, he was elevated to global heights when he joined IRON MAIDEN with whom he released two albums ("X-Factor" and "Virtual XI") and toured worldwide between 1994 and 1999. After leaving IRON MAIDEN, Blaze embarked on a solo career, during which he has released 14 full-length studio albums, as well as live albums, live DVDs, and compilations. He's also enjoyed an enviable reputation as one of the hardest-working touring artists around, playing widely in the UK, Europe, North America and Latin America. Since 2014, Blaze has benefited from a settled line-up for his backing band, picked from British melodic metal band ABSOLVA. Christopher Appleton (lead guitar), Tom Atkinson (lead guitar), Luke Appleton (bass guitar), Martin Mcnee (drums). This is going to be a unique and intimate show with one of the great British voices of rock and a great band. What are you waiting for

Contemporary folk/acoustic duo Gilmore & Roberts combine award-winning songwriting with astounding musicianship and their trademark harmonies to create a powerful wall of sound. Nominated three times at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Katriona Gilmore (fiddle, mandolin) and Jamie Roberts (guitar) met while studying at Leeds College of Music and released their debut album in 2008. Since then, the duo have toured Canada and mainland Europe, played some of the UK's biggest acoustic festivals, toured with folk rock legends Fairport Convention and won countless accolades for their genre-spanning work. Gilmore & Roberts released their fifth studio album, A Problem Of Our Kind, in October 2018.

Ambassador of the Blues Guy Davis is a two time, back-to-back Grammy nominee, a recipient of the Blues Foundation’s, Keeping the Blues Alive Award in Theatre, and has over two dozen Blues Music Award nominations for Best Acoustic Blues Artist, Best Song, and Best Acoustic Album of the Year. He has recently added Broadway Composer to his resume, scoring the incidental music for the revival of his late father Ossie Davis’ play, Purlie Victorious. Davis has had his musical storytelling influenced by artists like Blind Willie McTell and Big Bill Broonzy, and his musicality from artists as diverse as Lightnin’ Hopkins and Babatunde Olatunji, and harmonica techniques from most notably, Sonny Terry. His latest album is The Legend of Sugarbelly, a follow-up to Be Ready When I Call You, which like the album before it, Sonny & Brownie’s Last Train – A Look Back at Brownie McGhee and Sonny Terry, it were both nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album. The Legend of Sugarbelly gets some of it’s songs from a play that Guy has been developing, and features the emotionally charged song, Early In the Morning, written during the darkest days of Covid. Guy has released fifteen albums and has appeared on dozens of tribute albums and compilations. His career has included work as a Broadway, film, and television actor, Off Broadway lead, author, music teacher, children’s performer, and of course Americana Blues artist.

Floater UK were a mainstay of the Sheffield music scene at the turn of the Millenium. Their single, Welcome To My World, as featured on Steve Lamacq's Radio 1 show, was voted Christmas number 2 at Sheffield's much loved Offbeat club night. Three quarters of Floater UK reformed as Dangerlust, described by the NME as "female fronted dirty rock music with perfect pop choruses...think Elastica, Hole or The Pixies, fronted by an uber cool rock chick".