Songs from the 30's and 40's - Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday with a modern vibe of appreciation

‘a confident and distinctive blend of American bluegrass and Irish sensibility…something special’ The Irish Times

A ragtime country-blues outfit sure to get your feet stomping!

Old country, the blues and honky tonk music..."Qualifies as being in the best of British Country Music" British Country Music Show

Classic standard Gypsy Jazz tunes and many popular and modern songs arranged in a unique, energetic and powerful style.

A unique fusion of blues slide guitar, Hindustani classical guitar and tabla rhythms!

Two emerging artists presenting a night of music and song from different reaches of the folk tradition.

Two of the most dynamic musicians in folk music strike sparks off each other in a fantastic new, cross generational, duo.

Acoustic free improvisation evening featuring some of the leading players on London’s thriving free jazz scene... Tonight featuring Corey Mwamba on vibraphone and Rachel Musson on saxophone.

A gorgeously rich slice of crystalline pop that evokes classic records by the Walker Brothers, Love, and Burt Bacharach…" (The Big Issue)

Superb roots duo who were big hits at 2018's Cropredy Festival & Cambridge Folk Festival. "A modern day replacement for Simon & Garfunkel' FATEA Magazine / 'jaw-dropping' Americana-UK.

“Newcastle’s finest swing-honkytonk-rockabilly band” fRoots

A unique combo of ratty jazz, drowned pop, magic & mystery inspired by the likes of Tom Waits, Nina Simone, Jaques Brel and the Shangri-Las...

Senegalese kora virtuoso/singer Kadialy Kouyate showcases his fleet-fingered skills on this mesmerizing instrument, complementing it with his hauntingly, darkly beautiful voice, to create a Toumani Diabate-meets-Youssou N’Dour sound." Time Out

An exuberant mix of New Orleans style piano, Barrelhouse, Rhythm and Blues, Rock n Roll, and Boogie Woogie!

Down and dirty savage swamp infested gypsy blues

Highly acclaimed artist, referred to as a “genius” and a “downtown ringleader” by The New Yorker, and as "one of New York’s more colorful band leaders for more than a decade.” by WNYC’s legendary DJ John Schaefer.

Twisted alt-folk with a hypnotic flavour and darkly bittersweet.

Belles and Gals presents a bill of the hottest up-and-coming Country music...

Everyone welcome! Whether you’re coming along to play or just to chill out in a fun, friendly atmosphere, kick back and enjoy the music...

Stunning double bill featuring Canadian Roots and Old-Time Country Songwriter Scouten + Scottish Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Beattie

Moonshine presents... An exciting Folk/Blues triple bill

A journey of swinging jazz standards, soulful blues & a hint of folk.

Rocking blues, rhythm & blues, rock'n'roll, originals & more from the superb & hugely respected three piece Tom Mansi & the Icebreakers.

Vintage French jazz and Musette music from the 1920s to 50s.

Old-time party tunes and songs taking inspiration from the high energy music of fiddle heroes from the 1800's...

They have been described as “like a young Billie Holiday gate-crashing a Tom Waits Swordfishtrombones recording session”, or “a moody Mary Margaret O’Hara”.

Jazz @ Green Note presents... An exciting Jazz double bill

Erin Harpe is known for her soulful vocals and accomplished acoustic blues fingerpicking. She will be performing with her husband, Jim Countryman, on bass, with support from Blue John.

“One of the real discoveries on the folk circuit in recent times” Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2

Folklore presents... three-piece alternative-folk band weaving dark tales of murder, regret and revenge

“There’s so much soul pouring out of this guy’s pores you could bathe in it. It’s like hearing Al Green for the first time.” No Depression

A special one-off concert, celebrating the different ages and stages of being a woman. Featuring... Michele Stodart, Charlie Dore, Celestine, Kate St John, Angela Gannon, Margo Buchanan, The Rosellas + Connie Chatwin.

A collaboration between Turkish - Kurd singer Olcay Bayir and Argentinean flamenco guitarist Ignacio Monteverde, playing songs from Anatolia blended with the emotional grooves of flamenco.

Songs from the 30's and 40's - Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday with a modern vibe of appreciation

Stunning Cape Verdean singer, who fuses her forebear's musical traditions with contemporary jazz, Latin and European music presents a special show for international women's day.

An eclectic mix of swinging blues from the 20s-50s... "Excellent band...her smoky/laid-back voice does the risqué blues-with-soul stuff with a vengeance." (Blues in the South)

With a sound grounded in East Africa and consolidated in the UK, Seby's danceable music is the confluence of two great rivers – The Nile and The Thames – and features traditional folk instruments from Uganda alongside electric guitar, bass and drums.

Greek Rebetiko... a series of songs from a selection of the greatest Greek composers...

London-based Klezmer band whose exuberant sound evokes the spirit of the Jewish celebrations of bygone times whilst merging with urban sounds from around the Balkans, Istanbul and New York.

“Thunder and Rain finds themselves in a place somewhere between their bluegrass origins, and today’s somewhat undefined Americana market, mixing elements of folk and modern country into their sound.” Bluegrass Today... “The foot-tappingly infectious, often dreamy melodies and tumbling chorus hooks work to soothe and invigorate like clean mountain air.” Folk Radio UK

Four Songwriters in the round take turns to share a few songs; stripped back and personal, giving insight into the composition and inspiration...

Top Nashville songwriter returns to the Green Note stage

“Dessie Magee possesses that raw, poetic passion that few singer-songwriters can harness. His husky voice and powerful delivery and it’s absolutely addictive. For those tired of the man and a guitar formula, let Dessie lead you back in.” (Medium.com)... “A great mix of Irish sounds with an alt twist” (EarToTheGround)

Acoustic free improvisation evening featuring some of the leading players on London’s thriving free jazz scene... Tonight featuring James Arben (saxes/flute), Shirley Smart (cello), John Edwards (bass).

“This is a real breathtaking and touching record from one of the greatest talents of this era.” Rootstime

A special evening with BMI award-winning and multi-platinum selling Nashville songwriter Jude Johnstone in her first ever London appearance + Daniel Cainer, himself a multi-award winning songwriter.

Soul Stripped Sessions: Vol 26. Monthly night featuring the finest hand-picked female soulful singer-songwriters...

Unique blend of Jazz and Soul from one of Australia's most exciting voices...

"Folk-influenced ethereal pop that delightfully doesn't fit into any existing musical pigeonhole" (R2 Magazine). "Fully immersive and entertaining; seductive and beautiful in equal measure” (Mumble Music).

We welcome back iconic and enigmatic Canadian singer-songwriter, Jane Siberry. A rare intimate performance series by a highly interesting artist.

Revisit the music of the iconic French chansonnier Georges Brassens + keep your ears peeled for Gainsbourg, Brel, and some classic jazz standards also added to the mix.

A new show from the voice of Kat&Co centred on her American Blues Roots

Sensational guitar duo, who play energetic instrumental flamenco and rumba-based music

One-man electro blues band!

Album release show for much loved Welsh Country-Blues trio featuring special guest musicians

With comparisons to Sandy Denny, Joni Mitchell and Feist, Hannah seamlessly weaves in her influences into her music from both sides of the Atlantic... described as one of "the finest singers of the day" in MOJO, she is a versatile multi-instrumentalist widely recognised on the International stage.

“Utterly spellbinding” The Times / “The next British blues guitar hero” The Guardian

“This is seriously thoughtful and intelligent songwriting. The stories they tell have an epic feel to them…this is a balladeer with a mean guitar.” (Americana UK)

Join us for a night of spoken wonder as a hand picked curated lineup of guests from the world of comedy, art, literature and poetry take turns to weave a yarn.

“Five accomplished bluegrass musicians who write, sing, and play like the wind - serious players who have serious fun. Mile Twelve is a group to watch in the coming decade!” Tim O’Brien

Singer songwriter from Barcelona with a beautifully smooth voice and a rich collection of songs presented in an array of tasteful Latin pop rhythms and guitar playing

Superb jazz-Inflected folk-roots from exciting new artist Genevieve Dawson - 'not unlike that of Hejira-era Joni Mitchell- her songwriting knows no upper bounds…see her and her band at any opportunity you get’ (Bittersweet Symphonies).

Hank Wangford, the godfather of British alt-country, presents his bass combo - twin bass guitars drilling their way through sad songs of lost love, breakups and betrayal...

Wild Gypsy dances & lighting fast Irish jigs mixed all together with a signature infectious punk energy that has audiences stomping and hollering throughout the night.

Delightful original music that is influenced by the old sounds of Country, Folk, Country Blues and Bluegrass + traditional Country songs and rip roaring fiddle tunes.

An exciting blend of roots, folk and Americana from this Sussex-based multi-instrumental band.

“Best current British blues singer I know.” (Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music), “James takes all of her musical loves – jazz, blues, soul, folk – and wraps them up into songs that achieve an astonishing array of moods and emotions.” ( Jazzwise)

A unique brand of gypsy swing, hot jazz & songs of middle-class angst & caddish behaviour.

"Powerful delivery of lyrics. Abstract but in a good way. The songs lyrics were deep." Eric McLellan (Warner Brothers Records)

“One of the best of the New Wave of Folk Blokes” - fRoots Mag

Everyone welcome! Whether you’re coming along to play or just to chill out in a fun, friendly atmosphere, kick back and enjoy the music...

Join us at Gutter Street for a night of entertainment where poets, musicians and actors have been invited to write and perform a new piece of material based under one collective theme - 'Heros'.

Double-bill featuring Findlay Napier & Megan Henwood- two of Britain's finest songwriter.

Bawdy blues from the likes of Bessie Smith, Lil Johnson, Blu Lu Barker plus jazz standards to make you laugh and cry. Not for the fainthearted!

"...a beautiful voice, backed it up with amazingly accomplished guitar skills, songs of substance..." "...[her] lyrics are Dylanesque in scope and skill" - Red Guitar Music

An entirely fresh approach to World Jazz, fusing Klezmer & Arabic melodies with modern dance grooves.

Irish Mountain Music for City Folk... "They really pack a punch with their full-on rocking acoustic bluegrassy folk” Folk Radio UK

Top piano player whose repertoire covers the stride and barrelhouse piano styles of the 1920s, through to the great New Orleans piano players like Professor Longhair, Fats Domino, and Dr. John.

Hard-driving Old-Time, Early Bluegrass and Americana, underpinning traditional fiddle tunes and songs with energetic and creative rhythms!

A special matinee event with writer Michael Gray

Ranging from Parisian & American Jazz, the Chaabi music of Algeria, Tango from Argentina, Balkan folk melodies through to the early modern & folk music of Western Europe ...this is music for the ears, heart and feet.

Award-winning US songwriter and internationally recognized singer in concert with her full band, celebrating the release of her fifth studio album Give Up Your Ghosts

A Scottish duo rooted in the traditions of Scotland's music and song..."Both mature and deeply rooted in tradition" - Box & Fiddle Magazine

Rich, beautifully striking stories of love and death with the tenderness of Sufjan Stevens and the flourishing complexities of Fleet Foxes.

Vaudevillian blues, jazz and folk music with guitars, banjos and a washboard.

A melting pot of contemporary and traditional styles, traversing the territories between psychedelic folk and cosmic jazz

“The simplicity of these songs is deceiving; as sparse as they feel, her voice draws you in until you realize you are at the heart of the storm.” The Guardian

“Utterly spellbinding” The Times / “The next British blues guitar hero” The Guardian

Songs from her debut album... rooted in the traditions of soulful blues, informed by rootsy Americana.

A ragtime country-blues outfit sure to get your feet stomping!

Drawing inspiration from the British folk and American country/bluegrass traditions, marrying haunting melodies and intricate vocal harmonies with searing instrumental passages

Jazz @ Green Note presents... Howl Quartet

London-based half South African, half Jamaican musician, whose passion is to use music and creativity to promote human rights and justice-based projects.

Four Songwriters in the round take turns to share a few songs; stripped back and personal, giving insight into the composition and inspiration...

TALENTBANQ presents Lisa Canny supported by Daisy Chute

Black Cat Music proudly present an exciting Americana double bill, featuring artists from either side of the pond.

A special monthly residency hosted by The Magic Numbers' siblings Romeo and Michele Stodart presenting acts they admire...

“A gloriously unholy racket. A hugely enjoyable punch-the-air album with depth and power. A delight from start to finish.”

Soul Stripped Sessions: Vol 28. Monthly night featuring the finest hand-picked female soulful singer-songwriters...

A blend of original compositions infused with a passion for foot-stomping bluegrass and old time music with traditional songs and tunes.

Vibrating with African, Brazilian and Portuguese grooves, Radio Kriola Ensemble is a spicy blend of renowned musicians gathered around Catarina dos Santos' original music, and other repertoire of the African Diaspora in Lisbon.

Fingerpicking country blues guitarist playing original compositions along with arrangements of jazz standards, old ragtime songs and other American roots music.

...an irresistibly upbeat combination of R&B, Blues and Country!

Greek Rebetiko... a series of songs from a selection of the greatest Greek composers...

Acoustic free improvisation evening featuring some of the leading players on London’s thriving free jazz scene... Tonight featuring Catch 22 Trio

"20 seconds in and I'm hooked! First, it was the voice, then the songs and then the guitar playing - superb stuff - if my show wasn't full this week I'd play the heck out of this - already in the folder for next week's show and contender for Album of The Week too! Love it!” Bishop FM Blues Show presenter Gary Grainger

Two of Scotland’s most revered multi-instrumentalists - a truly captivating duo, providing a highly energetic performance with an instantly warm and friendly stage presence.

A singer and songwriter who writes from her own life’s struggles and experiences, delivering her stories with unforgettable power and emotion.

Welcoming back one of Canada’s premier folk bands, known for their three-part harmonies, constant instrument swapping and witty on stage banter!

A new collective of female musicians led by award-winning singer-songwriters Cerian (Radiohead/ U2/ Imogen Heap) and Daisy Chute (All Angels).

Join us for a night of spoken wonder as a hand picked curated lineup of guests from the world of comedy, art, literature and poetry take turns to weave a yarn.

Acclaimed London alt-folk 3-piece Whiskey Moonface blend old-time New Orleans jazz and Eastern European flavours into their beautiful original songs.

Rootsy and rhythmic original songs, Blues and Americana

Extraordinary blend of Americana, toe-tapping folk-jazz and soulful rock... "constantly delights and surprises...” ***** Americana in Technicolour

Blues, Gospel, Ragtime and Beyond...

Bluegrass Music from Newcastle Upon Tyne... "Traditional, inventive, tight and sharp" FolkWords

"Sarah Vaughan Meets Jimi Hendrix!" M. Small (Michael Bublé band instrumentalist)

Special double bill featuring solo set from frontman of the cult Independent Music Award-winning New York band, Spottiswoode & His Enemies, plus acclaimed US singer-songwriter Kenny White.

Sensational guitar duo, who play energetic instrumental flamenco and rumba-based music

One of the brightest rising stars on the UK roots music scene!

A soul voice reminiscient of the greats, whether delivering soul, gospel or powerful political messages... "...wherever she plants her feet, she does so with righteous conviction and a strong sense of her own voice." NPR Music

Award winning fiddle player and singer McConville shares the bill with Scotland's highly accomplished finger-style guitarist Wood

Danish indie-folk artist of the highest calibre, with tinges of Americana and a Nordic inflection... a thing of great beauty.

The lyrically brilliant Gideon Conn instantly captivates, effortlessly traversing a landscape of melody and rap, often switching from one to the other many times over the space of a few minutes.

‘Michigan’s Songbird’ and a third of The Sweet Water Warblers... “I’m going to have file May beside all my Nanci Griffith CDs because these two women are gold.” (No Depression)

“The air left the room when Richie and Rosie sang their first notes together...everyone had their breath taken away at once.” Bluegrass Today

“This is a brilliantly unique sound – a duo of piano accordion and percussion defiantly unbounded by British traditions as they stride into world music.” - The Scotsman

Alice Phelps is back with a lively hot new trio called 'Struttin' Time', paying homage to the music of New Orleans, New York and the Caribbean. Think along the lines of Fats Waller, Louis Armstrong and even some Harry Belafonte.

"An eclectic fusion of Rock and Blues, always from the heart and guaranteed to raise not only the roof but the Soul. "The best rock voice since Janis Joplin." Roger Daltrey, The Who

olitically driven acoustic roots reggae folk-hop, with feel good vibes and a sly sense of humour.

Original jazz songs and some standards from this Nu Jazz pioneer. Expect bluesy, soulful vocals, blistering piano hooks and glittering guitar magic from this rising star.

Politically driven acoustic roots reggae folk-hop, with feel good vibes and a sly sense of humour.

Hit-making Nashville country music duo

Gibraltarian poet & singer-songwriter Gabriel Moreno with band. Support by Hannah Nicholson.

Everyone welcome! Whether you’re coming along to play or just to chill out in a fun, friendly atmosphere, kick back and enjoy the music...

Simplistic, classic song writing at its best - a stripped back, harmony-driven sound with guitar, violin and exquisite vocals

''An absolutely superb guitarist ... reminiscent of John Martyn" Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2 ''Articulate, compelling ... brilliant'' (Four stars) Mojo Magazine

“Hubert Murray is one to watch for. An inspiring songwriter & a fine instrumentalist." - RTE Radio One

Orphans Release Party! "Michael McDermott is one of the best songwriters in the world and possibly the greatest undiscovered rock n roll talent of the last 20 years." Author Stephen King

Requests Show! "Michael McDermott is one of the best songwriters in the world and possibly the greatest undiscovered rock n roll talent of the last 20 years." Author Stephen King

‘...an underground gem.’ - Record Collector Magazine / ‘...masterly skirts the boundaries of baroque pop and folk-rock’ - Rolling Stone

"Songs that rattle with the ghosts of Appalachian folk, and southern blues, yet sound emphatically English." Uncut Magazine

Like Simon and Garfunkel lost at sea, salt in their beards, wind at their backs, and whiskey in their bottles...

Soul Stripped Sessions: Vol 30. Monthly night featuring the finest hand-picked female soulful singer-songwriters...

US Bluegrass Ambassadors... "Heavenly harmonies on top of furious fingerpicking" (Time Out Chicago)

Named as one of the Chicago Tribune's 50 Most Significant Songwriters in the Last 50 Years, Austin, TX-based singer/songwriter Danny Schmidt has amassed a cult following for his stunningly poetic, poignant imagery.

Juno-nominated singer-songwriting duo

"They are indie meets world music meets traditional British folk. Think a contemporary Incredible String Band with a 21st century mindset." - Sid Griffin (Bob Dylan Biographer // BBC Radio 6 Music)

Celebrated Austin, TX bilingual singer-songwriter, touring with new Album 'West', a classic country-flavoured collection.

Authentic Vintage Gospel-infused 1950s Rhythm and Blues!

“Haunting Portuguese fado… heartbreakingly poignant” (Time Out)

These highly acclaimed songwriters reunite for the 30th anniversary of "Evidence", as featured in Rolling Stone 500 greatest albums!

Soul Stripped Sessions: Vol 32. Monthly night featuring the finest hand-picked female soulful singer-songwriters...

The first of a special two night residency from BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2018 'Best Duo' nominees

The second of a special two night residency from BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2018 'Best Duo' nominees

From down home blues with a wailing cello to virtuosic stompin’ bluegrass, Dirty Cello is a band that gets your heart thumping and your toes tapping!

Critically acclaimed cult Californian country-rockers - “The finest country rock band on the planet” – MOJO / '..a serious pedigree..' Uncut

Soul Stripped Sessions: Vol 34. Monthly night featuring the finest hand-picked female soulful singer-songwriters...

**** “Clever crafted songwriting…full of proper tunes & grown-up words…a clever, wily, literate writer” - R2 ****: “Priestman occupies the territory somewhere between Ray Davies’ sardonic take on life and Nick Lowe’s sly humour”... - The Dominion Post

One of the most exciting, virtuosic and entertaining young bands working on the British Folk scene... taking influence from Folk, Bluegrass, Country and Western Swing!

Raucous, upbeat folk music, for those who like a drink with their tunes!

“Ebullient energy…vintage swing & retro-pop originals” - Time Out