BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Winners
So, the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards are here. Finally made open to the public and the choice of venue was The Lowry in Salford. There were live performances on the night from Seth Lakeman, The Unthanks and the Brighouse and Rastrick Band, Martin Simpson, June Tabor and Don McLean and The Dubliners who both received Lifetime Achievment [...]
An Intimate Evening with The Unthanks
Following their successful collaboration with the massed ranks of national champions Brighouse and Ratsrick Brass Band, the Mercury nominated Tynesiders now return to where they began, playing cosier venues, in the guise of their core creative quintet, for a more intimate and personal experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to see The Unthanks close-up and paired [...]
Miranda Sykes & Rex Preston @ Jagz, Ascot – 22nd March
Miranda has been performing with Show of Hands since 2004, augmenting their sound with her powerful double bass and rich harmonies. She continues to build a repertoire of contemporary and narrative songs that are showcased to critical acclaim in her most recent, unique collaboration with Rex Preston. The unusual pairing of double bass and mandolin [...]
The debut album from this Hampshire-based duo bodes well for the future with this fine collection of original songs and tunes. Their track record is impressive, their earlier EP having earned them runners-up position in the 2010 Spiral Earth Awards. Deborah Peake, once of Bluehorses and duo Amalthea is a gifted and nuanced fiddle player. [...]
After many months waiting for these guy to release an album its finally here. Well, we have an advance copy and from listening to the open track Jena’s voice is haunting, creating a chilled out vibe and along with Andy’s intricate guitar playing this is album should be at the top of your lists to have. I [...]
On the 8th March we hold our first Showcase night featuring some of the South’s outstanding acoustic musical talent. Expect a mix of styles from Folk, Roots, Blues, Acoustic Rock, Chillout and a lot more. The first show features Artree Favourites Scattered Few + 3 more act to be confirmed For more info please visit www.jagz.co.uk
Mark Wynn is a wonderful York based country/blues singer-songwriter and a born and bred Yorkshire gentleman. Since his early teens Mark has been known in the area for his exceptional talent and has contributed immeasurably to the York music and cultural scene over the past years. Not only a prominent figure on the local circuit, [...]
Laveer are four, tea spilling musicians who favour acoustic instruments and like making songs together. They began when Dan Adsley and Stephen Moyse began playing their guitars at each other. The resulting noise was pleasing but needed a voice – step forward Aimee Herbert who added singing, more guitar and lots more songs. To fill [...]
26th May – Featuring: Katie Marie + 3 TBC
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