Canadian internationally renowned and award-winning recording and touring music artist, intertwines performances of her music with readings from her debut book
TALENTBANQ presents... a gig for lovers of songwriting and storytelling - enjoy a sneak preview and a peek behind the curtain from the creators of Coven
Award-winning singer/songwriter Kirsten Adamson summons the same heart-stopping purity as Sandy Denny, by way of Emmylou Harris and Kate Bush... “I could listen to Adamson’s voice all day every day, it’s angelic” Maverick Magazine
Unique, warm, chocolate sauce Jazz-infused vocals, straight to the point lyrics and upbeat groovy band are guaranteed to leave you buoyant and full of good time, soul energy!
“A sound that sits mid-point between the gospel soul of Aretha Franklin and the dirty blues of Fleetwood Mac - really something special”, The Blues Magazine
Lou Shepherd is a rising folk singer-songwriter whose emotive voice—‘moss-soft and sun-tinged’ (Bristol 24/7, FATEA)—has confirmed her place as one of the UK’s most exciting emerging folk artists.
TALENTBANQ presents... A genre-defying powerhouse, known for her commanding vocals, fierce songwriting, and ability to walk the line between southern soul and hard rock
"Every so often a new voice emerges, one so stunning that it knocks you sideways. Jackson has been compared to a young Richard Thompson and for once these are not empty words" Acoustic Magazine... “Jackson is one of the most dynamic and exciting live performers of his generation” Folk Radio
‘Holly brings masterful skills as a musician and composer, along with an engaging commitment to music’s rich tradition of accompanying social change. Go see her!’ Martyn Joseph
Rock bass legend Freebo weaves his fretless stylings into Alice’s soulful, impeccably-tuned vocals for a harmony-driven performance showcasing two uniquely compelling songwriters.
“One of the finest songwriters and storytellers of the contemporary Scottish folk scene." Folk Radio UK... "He's good and he's really funny too! He's got that classic brilliant banter with the audience as well. Lovely to hear the storytelling in the songs as well as inbetween. A wonderful cacophony of bizarre and brilliant tales of real people." Edith Bowman- BBC Quay Sessions
Acoustic country singer-songwriter night where some of London’s finest country artists come together to share their songs in the round. Featuring Chris Erasmus + Michael Pickering + Maggie Murray.
One of Scotland’s most acclaimed and distinctive contemporary musicians, celebrated for his warm voice, virtuosically expressive guitar playing and imaginative and evocative songwriting
Gathering together four exceptional voices, Women Of Folk pays homage to the songs and repertoires of the very best women folk singers and singer-songwriters past and present - taking in Sandy Denny, Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez, Melanie, Judy Collins, Carole King and many more.
Ivor Novello award winning Boo Hewerdine + Folk singer of the year and Best Traditional Song Nominee Heidi Talbot will be singing songs new and old with a dash of humour and a good measure of storytelling.
"A Beguiling Soulfulness" Jazz Times / "Miss Dubé, the first British recipient of the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Award, has a voice of the purest gold." Jazz In Reading, 2019
Through a catalogue filled with intersectional storytelling, this acclaimed singer-songwriter gives voice to a generation wrangling with the complexities of modern life
New Roots presents a very special Christmas triple bill! Paul Mosley ('what a voice' Jools Holland), Jack Harris ('a priest of song' Anais Mitchell) & indie folk band Moses (4 stars NME/ Q/ Select)