Bleeding Hearts Modern folk rock.
SeftonContemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Benji Kirkpatrick Multi instrumentalist and singer.
Charlie Barker Talented singer/songwriter with wonderful voice.
Bellowhead Folk band with big band sound.
The HaikuContemporary folk rock duo.
Chris Green Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Steve KellyFolk / Alternative / Other
CarminaJazz-inflected Celtic music.
Jez LoweCounty Durham-based singer, instrumentalist, songwriter.
CuteLoony"CuteLoony make some pretty damn great folk pop."
The Owl Service Combines the best parts of the British folk-rock boom with a sense of occult psychedelia that's never overbearing
Real Time Scottish and English and Contemporary songs and tunes.
STRANGEWORLD Strangeworld encompasses the best of every musical era, creating a new entity which is addictive to the listener and player.
The True DeceiversReal folk rock.
Reg Meuross There's something special about the way he writes & sings a song
Flaxenby Flaxenby provide a timeless, contemporary tilt on folk
Two Black Sheep and a StallionTwo Black Sheep and a Stallion are a traditional English folk group based in York. We sing unaccompanied traditional English, Shanties and working songs.
Adrian NationIt’s not often you discover an artist with the 3 S’s for success; Songs, Singing and Serious musicianship
The Old Dance School The Old Dance School’s distinctive concoction of explosive, white-knuckle folk is blowing up a storm on the festival scene.
The Pipers SonsTraditional folk band.
Stan GrahamStan Graham is one of a rare breed of songwriters who has a natural ability to show real emotion and capture special moments in life in the words and melodies of his songs.
Wistman's WoodWistman’s Wood are an exciting new trio featuring three of Devon’s finest traditional musicians.
Christian and Georgia Young and talented acoustic duo.
Jet BrennanJet Brennan is a singer/songwriter whose original lyrics and melodies spring from his Scots/Irish heritage
Hickman and QuinnJames Hickman and Chris Quinn draw from the rich traditions of British folk and American roots music.
Gordon A Jackson My greatest love is for the traditional music of England, Ireland, Scotland and Brittany.
Tom Atkinson Contemporary folk singer.
Bo Cayce Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Leski Kerensa is an assured & devastatingly skilful hammered dulcimer and Rich a fine fiddler. They can sing a bit as well.
Mary Humphreys & AnahataMary and Anahata specialise in bringing back to life the traditional English songs collected in the early 20th century.
Fendragon Fendragon are a lively and very danceable ceilidh band from Cambridge.
Kim Guy This is Kim Guy and she delivers folk with an ancient spin. Reminiscent of Sandy Denny and Shelagh McDonald, her work is sparse and honed - nothing gets in the way of that beautiful voice and those fantastic songs. Chillingly good
Blind SummatThree talented musicians/ songwriters and a banjo player came together with a mission to cheer up the Folk Scene.
Tim CheatleI'm regarded as one of the U.K.'s finest acoustic guitarists.
I draw linesI Draw Lines is songwriter and singer Mark Wilkins.
Heather WoodheadShe has only been singing around the Clubs for three years, which belies the maturity of performance and fantastic sound she produces, singing traditional standards.
Claudine Le MoalNutty French Woman, singer/songwriter based in Cambridge.
Kerr Fagan HarbronThere surely can’t be a finer trio on the folk scene.
Tam-LynOur music is a mixture of trad tunes, trad songs and originals.
Garforth & MyersRory Garforth (Hotel Brown) and Adam Myers (Tiny Little Secrets) have put their songwriting heads together to create a dark and uniquely immersing sound.
Rebekah FindlaySinger songwiter and multi-instrumentalist based in North Yorkshire, playing a wide range of material including self penned work, traditional folk songs and covers.Text
Corncrow Traditional folk duo.
You Are Wolf You Are Wolf peddles experimental folk and originals through looped vocals, melodica, bass and whatever else she can lay her hands on.
Harvey AndrewsOne of England’s most enduring and talented singer/songwriters.
Tom BlissTom is a 'multi-instrumentalist storyteller' who specialises in writing songs based on real events, usually in a style which refers to the tradition, but with a contemporary twist.
Eliza CarthyDuring a 19-year career she has become one of the most dazzling and recognised folk musicians of a generation.
Richard Langridge Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Mark WilsonAcoustic/Americana, singer/songwriter and guitarist.
Steve WhitePunk folk with bite and worth a listen.
Anna Leddra-ChapmanContemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Flook Instrumental folk band
Beverley Aarons Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Callaghan Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Siobhan McCrudden Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Angie ShawAcoustic / Folk / Healing & Easy Listening
Simon StephensonGuitarist, composer and songwriter.
40 HorsesNew Wave / Alternative / Folk
PressgangFolk / Folk Rock / Indie
Gus Glynn and FriendsFrom stomping rythms to sad sweet ballads and atmospheric experimental interludes with deep roots in folk, country, blues, classical and world music this fine blend of acoustic ingenuity comes alive.
Stephen Reid Stephen Reid has a wonderful sense of narrative, his songs feel like vignettes of life.
Ella Edmondson Is a contemporary singer songwriter based on Dartmoor in Devon.
David Nicholas Hill Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Jamie Kirkbright Contemporary singer/songwriter.
Martin Nesbitt The premier comedy songwriter in the North East of England.
Kathryn TickellKathryn Tickell is a Northumbrian piper, fiddler and composer.
Phil EdmondsSinger / Guitarist & Songwriter.
Val Marshall "It all sounds SO good" Bob Harris about Val's CD
ElowenWonderful Cornish folk group.
The Lancashire Hotpots A band of seriously good musicians who don’t let that get in the way of being a fun band.
OysterbandWe make a kind of modern, folk-based British music, acoustic at heart but not always quiet.
Garry Nodwell Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
PyewackettPop music from the last five centuries
Mark LunnMy simple songs cover a range of subjects from Pickled Eggs to Arson, they frequently have a humorous twist and they also contain some good choruses.
Michelle Martin Michelle Martin solo Singer / Guitar songwriter.
Pete Braven Pete Braven, singer, songwriter, poet, eccentric and altogether slightly strange!
Shirley Higton I am mainly known for writing humorous songs but this profile is strictly for the more sentimental and dare I say it passionate side to my song-writing.
Phil Graham Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
The KittiwakesDelicious, intriguing and evocative music, beautifully played and sung by this talented trio.
Pentangle With their unique jazz/folk fusion Pentangle quickly became both stars of the underground and darlings of the mainstream.
Tony Finney All the songs i have written are based on true stories and experiences in my life.
Chris WoodContemporary hero of the English folk tradition. ...radical, fierce, compassionate, humane, political, proud, tender, humorous, critical and frank.
Kete BowersCountry / Folk Rock / Folk
Stuart BrettAcoustic / Blues / Indie
Steamchicken Ceilidh BandWe get into the swing with harmonica and mandolin swapping leads/improvising melodies, bass/piano and percussion keeping the rhythm tight and tenor sax blowing over the top.
The GravitonsFrom the wilds of north England come The Gravitons with songs of beauty, angst & hope.
Alien Dream UKIndrani writes songs about space, time and fantasy; science fiction and strange worlds in far off galaxies.
Nancy Kerr & James FaganGroundbreaking English fiddle player and singer Nancy Kerr and her Aussie partner James Fagan (bouzouki, voice) play a scintillating mix of traditional and contemporary acoustic music drawn mostly from the English and Australian traditions.
SkeyinWonderful purveyors of traditional folk songs.
CaomheI'm the girl who is ‘attached at the hip’ to her guitar and writes songs on idle days about everything and everyone.
Garyn Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Girls From The ShorelineAmy and Jenna are singer- songwriters from North Devon
Tina McKevitt & Matt HegartyThey both draw heavily on their Irish musical backgrounds which they integrate with other musical styles and influences to produce a fresh, original sound.
Rachael McShaneRachael’s band, featuring James Peacock (piano), Jonathan Proud (bass) and Adam Sinclair (drums), combine their eclectic influences to create interesting and exciting arrangements of traditional songs.
Phil LangranPhil's songs pack a real emotional punch. His lyrics are wry and wistful with gorgeous Celtic-influenced melodies.
The Queensberry RulesThrough their commitment to playing lengthy tours of the U.K, and high profile shows with the likes of Fairport Convention, The Levellers, Vin Garbutt and Show of Hands, their star continued to rise, as word of their exhilarating live shows continued to spread.
Jen Stevens & The HiccupsIndie / Folk / Blues
Iona LeighContemporary folk singer/songwriter with unique voice.
Rebecca WorthleyAcoustic / Folk / Alternative
Katie Doherty Contemporary folk singer/songwriter
George Papavgeris Contemporary folk singer/songwriter. And a good one too.
Roger Davies Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Gez Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Chris MillingtonFolk singer/songwriter specialising in the history of Devon.
RoscoeRoscoe has an entirely unique lyrical style to his playing and tells delicate stories with each song in his old-soul voice.
Magpie LaneFive-piece acoustic band specialising in traditional English songs and dance tunes.
Duncan McFarlane BandEssentially solid, energetic English electric folk.
GreymatterGreymatter, a five piece all female British folk rock band.
Tony Morris Accompanies his poetry and stories with music on a variety of instruments.
Judy Dinning Brilliant interpreter of traditional and contemporary songs.
Vin Garbutt Vin Garbutt is the funniest and most serious man on the Folk Scene!
Saul RoseEnglish singer and melodeon player and member of many collaborations.
Chris & Siobhan NelsonDuo with a repertoire drawn from a wide range of sources, both traditional and contemporary.
Nic JonesBritish folk singer and guitarist. Amongst the most acclaimed artists to emerge from the British Folk Revival.
The Nocturnal FlowersAs a band they offer something very different, refreshing and once heard or seen live one soon realises that they have an infectious sound and presence about them.
The Ragged Crows The Ragged Crows, a Vale Of Evesham based acoustic folk with a hint of rock based band.
The Rawmarsh MashersThe Mashers stand firmly on the side of “the folks” who make their home town tick, which is why the song “Ordinary Man” has become a stable.
Tim Edey Tim Edey is regarded by many to be one of the finest multi-instrumental players of his generation in the Celtic music folk scene worldwide.
John BurgeJohn Burge - " One Man Folk Orchestra "
Tom PalmerThere’s simply no mistaking the voice of Tom Palmer. Gravel-edged, rich and rumbling it reverberates through a fine collection of mostly self-penned songs.
DALLADalla’s performances are both inventive and enchanting, their music celebrates Cornish culture in an upbeat and infectious voice.
Life and Times Life & Times present traditional and traditionally inspired original songs, music, drama and dance in an entertaining yet educational way to bring to life aspects of our history, traditional customs and folklore.
Shinjig Folk Rock Dance Band
Its Ranting Rob As well as being a Performance Poet and Singer/songwriter, Rob is an all round Entertainer.
Raymond Froggatt Folk / Folk Rock / Country
Seize The DayWe sing songs about how life feels to us today; from love of this amazing planet Earth to analysis of the war on terror, civil protest, big brother surveillance, liberties and the plunder of nature.
The OrganisedYoung band with lots of potential.
Alex Garraway Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Lakeland FiddlersTraditional fiddle music from the English lakes
Kim ThompsettI am very impressed. Beautiful voice and really nice arrangements.
Peter WebsterMy music is influenced by sixties pop and rock, seventies new-wave, British and American folk and new country.
Phillip HartleyI am a Singer/Songwriter from Sheffield, England. Instrumentally I mainly play acoustic (6 & 12 String) guitar, although I also play Mandola, Mandolin, Keyboards (a bit) and percussion.
Kiss The MistressTraditional folk band.
Henry ClementsI have been singing my songs around the clubs and festivals of the South and West for the past 20 years or so.
Andrew SlomanAndrew Sloman is a British singer-songwriter who cut his teeth on Bristols highly-regarded live music circuit.
TríTheir set lists contain a selection of styles from contemporary folk through to blues and rock and often incorporating all three in the one act.
Mike SilverWhen Show of Hands decided to record their first album live, Mike was high on the list of musicians and singers that they contacted to perform alongside them.
Maggie Sand & SandragonMaggie Sand & Sandragon perform a unique blend of traditional and original songs and hi-energy dance tunes from the mediaeval and Renaissance eras.
Pete Rivers Singer/songwriter /eternal dreamer
WytchazleWytchazle are Bury St Edmunds Based acoustic duo: Daisy Windsor and Robert Foster, sometimes joined by guest musician: the wonderful conga player, Brett Alexander Robertson
Esther Rose Parkes Esther Rose Parkes is a timeless artist who brings to mind the intrinsically English mysticism of Nick Drake and Sandy Denny combined with the soulful wisdom of Dusty Springfield and Phoebe Snow.
The Chimney BoysA good modern folk band.
Steve BenfordI’m an acoustic guitarist playing traditional celtic and folk music.
PreludeDelicate harmonies, electric/acoustic rhythms and sympathetic string arrangements, supported by a clean production sound and tastefully unobtrusive backing.
Serious Sam BarrettFolk / Blues / Country
Crazy Man Michael Folk / Alternative / Acoustic
Kerfuffle Traditional folk band with modern sound.
The Mountain Firework Company Roots Music / Folk / Country.
Jenna Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Red Shoes Contemporary folk singer/songwriters. And one of my favourites.
Videos
Isambarde Traditional folk trio with a modern sound.
Dave Webber & Anni FentimanTraditional folk singers.
Bob FoxBrilliant interpreter of traditional songs.
Gerry McNeiceSinger/songwriter and interpreter of traditional songs.
Katriona Gilmore Singer and fiddler and member of various bands.
Jackie BarnettCountry / Bluegrass / Americana
Becca & the broken biscuitsBecca's songs have always been sweet treats, but with the added dimension of the Broken Biscuits, particularly Anna’s heartbreaking cello, they have become that little bit more special.
No Fixed AbodeExcellent midlands based acoustic duo.
Flutatious Modern folk rock.
Allan and Liam WilkinsonAllan and Liam Wilkinson are a father and son duo from Doncaster
harriWattsband Folk / Jazz / Fusion
Kirsty and Katie LawrenceThe Isle of Man really. The best way to describe our music is to say that it is traditional Manx music (and some Irish/Scottish), some of which has been jazzed up a little.
Black Jack Davey Keogh / Wylde GreenIrish folk music embedded in south west England.
Maurice Traditional and contemporary folk singer and guitarist.
Scratton RoadContinue to go from strength to strength and really are worth a watch or a listen.
Telling the Bees This is a band that conjures hauntingly beautiful music.
Alistair RussellI've been playing professionally for approaching 30 years now, notably for a 13-year stretch with Scotland's Battlefield Band.
John ParkesThe songs are not indie rock without a band but might be 'alternative folk' or 'modern urban folk'.
James ’Bar’ BowenOriginal singer songwriter, radical and rocking
Stuart Estell He plays a wide variety of folk material from the English and Appalachian traditions - the old tragic ballads, songs from the singing of the Copper Family and Jean Ritchie.
Jonathan Taylor Jonathan who has real talent has identified the crimes that are committed in our name. The songs are beautiful and the cause a worthy one.
Maclaine Colston & Saul RoseTheir skills combined offer up something completely different and new, their technical virtuosity is bolstered by vocals that work so well together.
The Geripatricks We are a Northampton Irish band that have been going for a few years now.
Ben Needham and Robin PettyBen's lovely, vibrato-laden voice is accompanied with skill and sensitivity by Robin's guitar
KaelaListening to Martine's soft, delicate vocals, you can’t help but notice the emotion her voice brings to every one of her heartfelt songs.
Steve TurnerSteve Turner has been turning into one of this country's finest male singers and performers of folk-song.
Cath and Phil TylerThe twining harmonies…recall the heyday of English pastoral folk song.
OystarWe're Oystar a London-based band playing ska-rock-rap with an occasional skiffle thrown in for luck.
Mawkin:Causley Those wicked Essex rascals, Mawkin, have joined forces with the honey-voiced Jim Causley to form one hell of a boyband!
Rod ClementsAcoustic & electric slide guitarist, singer-songwriter.
Dave BurlandTraditional and contemporary folk singer.
Edey, Power+RandallNew take on folk music.
Tina McKevitt & Matt HegartyThey both draw heavily on their Irish musical backgrounds which they integrate with other musical styles and influences to produce a fresh, original sound.
David ReeseGuitar and banjo player.
MamaThere is a sparseness to the sound that tempts you to fill the gaps, hearing that which is not there as well as that which is.
JaywalkersFolk tunes played from a Bluegrass perspective
One Stone One Stone play wide range of tradition and self penned songs with the odd cover thrown in. And very well too.
Paul Brown Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Billy Bragg England's troubadour turns up trumps with the help of a soulful band.
The HarvestersUniquely, we combine our own incisive and witty original songs with traditional English songs and the percussive dance styles of Appalachian Flat-footing and Green Grass-style precision clogging.
Doug Eunson & Sarah MatthewsWith vocal harmonies, melodeons, fiddle and viola, they play English traditional songs and dance tunes, with a little European influence added.
Black PeakThey perform their own blend of original contemporary and traditional acoustic/folk.
Tiny Tin LadyModern folk group.
Beth Orton Folk / Indie / Electronica
Edwina Hayes Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Magicfolk Modern folk rock.
Waking the Witch Modern folk band
Jezz Hall Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Steve O'Connor Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Nuada Traditional folk band with a range of styles and influences.
The Onion Band Folk / Folk Rock / Acoustic
Judy DybleHas a genre of her own but the folk singer is still in there.
Charlie Dore Most respected singer-songwriters.
Ruth & Gary Wells Contemporary songs by other artistes as well as their own compositions.
PyratesPyrates! are a sea shanty, folk, drinking, rock, songs of the sea type band, performing a variety of traditional, revival and alternative folk music all in our very own musical way!
Steve StapleySteve Stapley's gravelly, soulful vocals swell emotively over understated, clean acoustic guitar.
Matt Greenhill Contemporary folk singer
DambuskersA band of seriously good musicians who don’t let that get in the way of being a fun band.
Ron Trueman-Border Ron Trueman-Border is a prolific and extremely hard-working singer-songwriter.
John TamsWinner of SIX BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards
Steve OKaneSteve O'Kane's songs and chords always draw you into the mood of the meaning behind the lyrics.
GuitarbilliesThe Guitarbilles, turned out to be one of those pleasant surprises.
Alex HightonAn old-fashioned troubadour in the strictest sense, strumming gentle folk songs on his guitar.
Few Broth The band are mainly folk influenced but we like to play a variety of different songs and styles, from Geordie songs/tunes through blues to American folk and humorous numbers too.
Kirsty McGeeAmericana / 2-step / Indie
Forever Looking BackYoung talented singer/songwriter and guitarist.
Ian McKoneIan McKone is a traditional singer, guitarist and fiddler playing mainly English and Scottish folk song with the odd instrumental thrown in for good measure.
Sheedyfrost Singer/song writing duo with a marvellous command of words and melodies.
Lorelei Loveridge A contemporary acoustic songwriter who pairs a passionate political sense with an understanding of the complex personal stories that go beyond politics.
Kaytee and Robert Singer/song writing duo. There is something special about there own songs.
John Wrightson Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Malcolm Bushby A fiddle player and pretty reasonable at that too!
Rachel & The Lawn GrowerAtmospheric singer/songwriter and a bloke on a guitar.
Workshy Profits Workshy Profits are a trio of musicians who perform a dazzling fusion of traditional and contemporary music from around the world.
Michelle HoldingExcellent singer of traditional and contemporary songs and a good guitarist as well.
Steve LettIrreverent songs about life today.
Julian Longden Fine guitarist and not a bad singer either.
Duncan McFarlaneI've played as a guest at a fair old number of folk clubs, venues & festivals now, earned a bit of a reputation as an entertainer/player/singer - even writer!
Karen KilleenAs a solo artist Karen sings with emotion and uses sensitive guitar accompaniments to give a complete performance of a song.
Billy VincentModern folk rock.
The Rival FolkIndie / Folk / Alternative
The Rowan Amber MillThe sound is, in various incarnations, produced by Acoustic Guitars, a Bouzouki, an Electric Guitar, a Banjo, a Wobbly Bass, paint pots and percussion, a voice and some whistles being recorded in a disused sheds in the heart of the Westcountry.
IncanaAcoustic / Gothic / Classical
Bob Fox & Stu LuckleyThis on/off duo is on again.
Gnomon’s ShadowKim is a singer and multi-instrumentalist who plays both solo and in several bands. Paul composes his own electronica, as well as producing and remixing other artists.
Tabby’s Nook Tabby's Nook are a performing folk trio with a history that stretches back many years.
Julian Wilson I personally sound heartfelt and gruff as a singer, but oddly interesting - on the RIGHT song that is!
Bang On The EarThe band have a very varied program of music ranging from traditional Irish songs and tunes to more contemporary Irish music such as the Pogues, Van Morrison, the Saw Doctors, Goats Don't Shave, Christy Moore and U2.
Tina Taylor Tina’s songs stem mainly from personal experience or observation and cover a wide range of emotions and subjects.
TabooA mix of acoustic bass, acoustic guitar and some vocals.
Circus EnvyModern folk rock.
Clear Blue Skies Acoustic / Rock
MawkinFolk instrumental band.
Miranda Barber Acoustic / Folk / Blues
Kathryn Davidson Excellent folk singer
Kate Doubleday Contemporary folk singer/songwriter
Gareth Davies-Jones Contemporary folk singer with attitude.
Show of Hands Contemporary and traditional folk duo; one of the best on the scene.
Tim van EykenTraditional folk singer with modern style.
Emma and the ProfessorPowerful Tribal Roots music, drawn from the Marches - with world influences.
Ruth Angell Ruth is a professional musician playing in multiple bands on the violin, guitar and singing vocals, she is also a writer.
Dragonsfly A musical landscape across world traditions, with distinctive Celtic and Eastern flavours.
Bert JanschLegendary songwriter and guitarist, is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential musicians of all time.
Peter ButlerPeter Butler is a purveyor of great songs accompanied by some excellent guitar playing.
Carolyn Sheppard Freelance bass, singer/songwriter and guitarist, with a great style.
Barber & TaylorKevin and Mark perform an eclectic range of roots music, energised by driving bluegrass rhythms and tinged with melancholy Americana.
Martin Simpson Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, his interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling.
FaustusAll three members have been instrumental in the English revival of the last ten years (or so!).
Anna ShannonAnna Shannon - a versatile multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, carrying on the musical tradition!
SkyhookIntelligently realised Celticry... highly musical and guaranteed to bring a smile to face and feet.
The Ivy Frame Lovely ethereal voice and novel approach.
Danansooz Traditional songs and ballads with original arrangements and a selection of lively Irish and Scottish reels on the penny whistle accompanied by the guitar.
Lucy Ward Her style could be described as girl with a guitar, there is a natural and easy sound to her music that is brought to life by expressive performance and breath-taking delivery.
YlemA group of accomplished folk players, the three piece of guitar fiddle and flute gel particularly well on the Irish and Scottish tunes
Allan TaylorHis songs are faultlessly constructed and flawlessly performed, with his instantly recognisable voice, attractively dark and mellow.
Travelling Riverside The music and vocals from this “Bluesy” duo are very sharp and professional.
Phil HarePhil Hare is widely regarded as one of the finest and most distinctive acoustic guitarists working on the current folk music circuit.
Guido M Rincón Guido is a multi instrumentalist who has played in the world of folk and folk-rock for over thirty years.
Luke Jackson Luke is now an accomplished singer/songwriter and acoustic guitarist and still has plenty of time to develop.
Brother CrowBrother Crow are an acoustic duo from Weardale, who perform original narrative songs about the people, places and historical events of their local area and beyond.
Ruth NotmanA new voice in British Folk
Wendy Arrowsmith A fine singer of traditional songs and an outstanding songwriter as well - a gem.
Videos
Benjamin Folke ThomasHis Style combines the very best of Dylan, Cohen and Mississippi John Hurt
Joolz Cavell I am fairly new to the folk scene but I am loving it.
The Imagined Village It's never a bad idea to give folk song a good shake-up and Simon Emmerson has astutely assembled the people to do it with both love and a sense of mischief
Andy BroderickEarthy, primordial...folk songs delivered with a kind of bullish wildness!
Back to BasicsAcoustic Duo covering a wide variety of indie songs.
ThinkerThinker are a 3-piece band formed in the South UK, that combine traditional influences with modern sentiments, to create music which is energetic, melodic and will make you think.
Simon LangI write my own songs about whatever matters.
Al NevilleI am an acoustic singer and songwriter of various styles. A regular performer in many of the local folk and music clubs, I sing songs of humour.
Graeme KnightsHis repertoire is wide ranging and he can apply his rich baritone voice to encompass Traditional Love Songs, Mining Songs, Gospel songs, Drinking and Music Hall Songs and some more recently written contemporary songs.
John TwistAbsolutely brilliant singer/songwriter.
Al JordanFolk / Folk Rock / Acoustic
Clockwork Young and promising folk band.
Nancy Wallace Long respected as one of the purest voices on the folk circuit.
FyrishFyrish have a wide repertoire of folk songs from all over the world, with lyrics which will grab your attention, and melodies to warm the heart.
Marc Block Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Roots UnionAmerican roots music, English & Irish Folk & Balladry
Jim MorayModern approach to folk music.
Gareth Balch Folk / Country / Acoustic and a mean Bob Dylan to boot.
Clansfolk Traditional and contemporary folk singer.
Ian Babington Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Pillowfish Modern folk duo.
Spiers & Boden Traditional folk duo.
Lou Rhodes Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
John Keenan Contemporary singer/songwriter with an attractive blues style..
Lisa Knapp Vocalist and fiddler player
Crooked UsageThis London based band plays a blend of rootsy soulful original music.
Cruel Folk The English acoustic folk tradition is alive and well and this is where you'll find it.
Tony Levy SINGER, SONGWRITER, GUITARIST, HUMOURIST, COMPERE/MC & ENTERTAINER
TinkerscussTheir music will enthrall and delight with a combination of Bryony's rich resonant vocals and Erin's modal guitar style
Mazies WakeThey are a band from south east London there sound is a fusion rock indie folk blues.
Harriet Bartlett Celtic music on the piano accordion at lightening speed, heart rendering slow airs and beautiful songs.
Cat Stevens Or Yusuf Islam, the magic is still the same.
Cathryn Craig and Brian Willoughby Brian's strong British Folk Rock influence mixes well with Cathryn's Roots, blurring boundaries and showcasing her voice, his guitar and their intricately crafted songs in a unique and dynamic way.
Jo FreyaSinger and saxophonist with her own tyle.
Sarah McQuaidMcQuaid is a brilliant singer and guitarist and chose some beautiful songs for her album.
Andy HillFolk and Country and funny stuff.
Eddy O'Dwyer Young talented singer.
Commonlore Traditional folk songs.
Rosa's Daughters Rosa's Daughters are a harmony duo who love singing.
IsabelleClassically trained folk singer.
The Amazing Doug!Songwriter, a singer, and sometimes guitar and mandolin player.
Bryan Causton Multi-faceted, multi instrumentalist.
The Young Coppers The latest crop from the famous folk song collecting and singing family.
Roddy Clenaghan Contemporary and traditional folk singer.
Steeleye Span Fan page for a great folk rock band.
Izzy Talented young singer/songwriter.
Chas WilliamsTraditional and contemporary folk singer
ZooxZoox are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind, percussion and voices.
FrananaFranana is all about passion and pleasure - intelligent, heartfelt songwriting, conveyed with sincere emotion, infectious enthusiasm and stunning musicality.
Bedlam BoysMostly Steve’s own excellent songs which will make you tap your feet, make you want to jump about and even dance on the tables.-
Wheeler Street Wheeler Street manage to combine all the excitement and enthusiasm of youth with terrific musicianship, great vocals and imaginative arrangements of both original and traditional songs and tunes.
Sally That lemonade woman (TM)Folk Rock / A'cappella and lemonade for when it’s hot at a summer festival.
John BuddenSong Writer Guitar Player
Blind StagBut not just a ceilidh band. We do Irish, Scottish and even (once) a French night.
John SkullionSinger/songwriter with a raw power yet sensitive approach which brings out the meaning of his songs.
The Jones BoysThe Jones Boys are a brilliant and entertaining band whose lively and energetic music was enjoyed by everyone who attended our open day.
Simon James OnionsFolk guitarist.
The HofnersThe Hofners- Duncan Campbell and Martin Burley play classics from the blues, jazz and americana.
Martyn & DaisyPlaying a mixture of folk, country and blues together on guitar, banjo and fiddle.
Kirsty Macleod Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Rodney Branigan Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Adrian ButtonAcoustic Guitarist/Singer
Gren BartleyAs an acoustic finger-picking guitar-and-banjo-player he has few if any equals in his age group; as an acoustic rooted in folk writer he's developing an alarmingly good canon of work.
Phil HulseHe has written a new collection of songs that are already winning praise and have been described as ‘Poignant, topical and heart-felt’
HankAcoustic guitarist.
Megson Folk / Acoustic / Roots Music
Uiscedwr Contemporary folk musicians.
Liz Narey Folk / Acoustic / Country.
Steve Tilston Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Ellie Skinner Excellent folk singer
Kindred Spirit Contemporary folk rock band.
Pumpaction PeashooterContemporary folk rock.
The Demon Barbers Contemporary folk rock.
John PTrip Hop / Folk / Electronica
David Stevenson Folk singer/songwriter.
Jill Fielding BandThe Jill Fielding Band is a bunch of musicians who are passionate about music!
Crucible English Traditional Folk Music and Song
Pete Lashley Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
JP Slidewell A folk singer who possess the talent to play folk songs in a unique and wonderful way.
The Young’uns Contemporary and traditional folk singers with something special.
Dave RussellTraditional folk singer.
Jon LoomesJon Loomes sings and plays a dozen or so instruments.
Leprechaun WaterKeeping the Celtic vibe alive.
Sinéad OrmeI hope that my songs can comfort, challenge, uplift and inspire people.
The Outlandish KnightsHard Rocking Ceilidh band
Stuart Anthony Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Donnybrook Fair Fast paced music that becomes progressively more infectious to its listeners!!
Penni McLaren WalkerA melodic singer/songerwriter with a unique style.
Derek VallanceBlues / Rock / Bluegrass
Bruno Gallone His style has been described as “acoustic Power Pop and is a cross between The Housemartins/Billy Bragg/The Lightning Seeds.
John Meed John Meed’s beautifully melodic heartfelt songs range across war, the world, injustice and love.
The Firebyrds The Firebyrds play a range of covers in a bluesy style as well as several of our own funked up songs.
Karen Tweed Drawing from her background in Irish Traditional Music, she houses a wealth of musical history with a respect for other European traditions making her music accessible yet individual.
Shirley Higton This is Shirley’s comedy site.
Anna SinfieldThe formula is simple: catchy folk-pop laced with lyrics that lay down the bare bones of life and growing up.
Peter Gabriel ByrnePeter Gabriel Byrne is a singer, songwriter and guitarist, based on the Island of Sark.
Chill Until BlueWith a philosophy to play music that is dynamic, accessible, fun and eclectic, Chill Until Blue create a progressive sound whilst maintaining a respect for the tradition.
WestcoasterWestcoaster is a collaboration between Bridport guitarist Mitch Norman and Devon-based fiddle duo Nick Wyke & Becki Driscoll.
Lynne Butler Lynne travelled to the USA in her 20s to learn more about her favoured country and bluegrass music.
Simon HaworthA singer songwriter from the North of England whose songs have a very traditional flavour.
Fairport ConventionFamous folk rock band.
Anna OakesTraditional folk singer with a lovely voice.
Daisy WindsorDaisy Windsor is a singer/songwriter from Bury St. Edmunds in Suffolk.
Zoe and Dave BottomleyA bit Kate Rusby-ish, sounds like a young female folk singer! Surprisingly... And a very good guitarist.
TydeTalented young traditional trio.
holdingslidewellTogether they are a breath of fresh air on the folk scene - beautiful singing, dynamic guitar & sweet harmonies all add up to a performance not to be missed!
SkyranBand performing traditional folk songs.
Shallcross AvenueA folk band from somewhere within the depths of the jolly peak district.
Ted Luff Folk / Comedy / Acoustic
Ashleigh JayAs a vocalist I do acoustic gigs with a guitar and vocals mainly. Alex, my better half is my guitarist :-)
Bob EbdonAutoharpist and singer.
Nick Wyke & Becki DriscollTheir passion for English traditional music and the violin has led to the development of their unique style.
Mary Epworth and The Jubilee Band Modern folk rock.
Jim Causley Traditional and contemporary singer.
Boo Hewerdine Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Laura Marling Contemporary singer/songwriter.
Chris Ricketts Contemporary and traditional folk singer
The Loosehounds Folk rock band.
Andy Turner Traditional English music sung and played with conviction and Anglo-concertina.
Kate RusbyContemporary and traditional folk singer of justified great renown.
ColvinQuarmby Contemporary folk rock.
Vicki Swan & Jonny DyerVicki Swan and Jonny Dyer have been carving out a reputation for delivering innovative new slants on traditional tunes, fascinating originals and songs in festivals and folk clubs around the country.
Jackie OatesShe fiddle sings mainly traditional English folk song.
Fran McGillivray & Mike BurkeFran McGillivray and Mike Burke hail from London but play a very American folk blues.
Hamish Currie Hamish is a very talented singer and superb guitarist.
Éimear Bradley Her music has received many great reviews from BBC and other Folk radio stations in Ireland and The UK.
John Hudson I write songs to amuse myself and anyone else who shares my ironic taste in humour.
Glenn CogginGood old fashioned folk singer.
Treebeard The band play a range of folk, rock, pop & even country songs.
Damh the BardDamh the Bard is a Druid whose spirituality is expressed through his music, storytelling and poetry.
Hermione SwinfordEnglish or Yiddish folksongs with or without harp
Charlotte YanniFolk Rock / Experimental / Acoustic
Linda Watkins Contemporary folk singer/songwriter with unique style.
Richard GraingerRichard Grainger is a singer and songwriter steeped in the Northumbrian and English Folk Traditions.
jivasinger/songwriter acoustic duo with a gentle blend
Commoners MuckMainly trad. Irish but with some contemporary Irish.
BlowzabellaBlowzabella combine hurdy-gurdy, bagpipes, violin, diatonic accordion, saxophones, clarinets and bass to produce an inimitable, driving drone-based sound.
Marc Nellis Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Jack B. Burness Jacks songs are often laced with dry humour and are usually of a semi autobiographical nature.
Forcenra My heart is held by the most ancient of stories.
Steve Knightley "There's a reason why Knightley has been called, ''one of England's greatest singer-songwriters'' and you'll find evidence enough of his obvious abilities in these nakedly honest songs of hurt and hope”
James Cannon And The Sinners THE SINNERS are 5 musicians brought together by a mutual love of The Pogues, a Good Drink and the Craic.
Fiddlebix Their music has evolved out of an accumulation of influences collected over the years from a mixture of wild and adventurous life experiences.
Martin PerryMartin is now concentrating on playing and performing the music he loves; laid back acoustic folk and blues.
Bella HardyBella Hardy, critically acclaimed for her mesmerising singing and fiddle performances.
Simon Jackson I'm known for my composition and performance of beautiful 'celtic' acoustic guitar pieces and intricate arrangements of songs. I'm also gradually expanding a repertoire of my own songs.
Ray Bradfield Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
The Hobopop CollectiveRaw and edgy, the hobopop collective adds to the distinctive and accomplished duo of kirsty mcgee and mat martin the skills of two of the country's most exciting emerging jazz musicians.
Gallys FollyGally's Folly are an acoustic-based duo writing, recording and performing their own original material,
Linda and Geoff PearsonThey play a mixture of Anglo-American songs and tunes.
Barbara HelenThe finest singer-songwriter Teesside has to offer.
Charley MacaulayCharley Macaulay - 16 years old, Loves singing. Currently working on writing her own stuff, gigging over hampshire with good friend Matt.
Jedd JahssonGeorge Formby sound alike.
Shoot The Crow For an evening of great Irish music with traditional folk, reels and jigs as well as contemporary folk music, come down and get some "whiskey in the jar" with five piece Irish band, Shoot the Crow.
Tom & Barbara BrownAlthough their speciality is songs of the West Country, their repertoire draws from a huge range of traditional and, to a lesser extent, modern songs.
FyrishFyrish is a folk duo of Marjorie Paterson (cello) and Dave Cowan (vocals and guitar).
Cernunnos Rising This music...these lyrics... born from the inspiration and feelings of connection to nature is the work of George Nicholas, an artist, muralist, sculpturist, poet, singer, and philanthropist.
Ted Luff Contemporary folk singer/songwriter with a comic twist.
CradlEHawKMaiN Contemporary folk singer/songwriter.
Askew SistersEmily and Hazel Askew are a young duo making waves on the folk scene with their energetic brand of English folk music.
String TheoryA mixture of traditional and contemporary folk, blues and self penned material interspersed with tunes on guitar, mandolin and fiddle.
