“massively entertaining... If you think blues can't be done on a banjo or ukulele, think again" Blues Matters / “Genuinely good-time music from ukulele stalwart, who also plays a mean banjo” fRoots
Honest and intentional, rooted in live instrumentation and simple, heartfelt lyrics exploring self-discovery, consciousness, and our relationship with the Earth; blended with a modern indie sensibility.
A mix of traditional Bluegrass with their own material, more well-known, crowd-pleasing country songs and musical excursions into both folk music and gospel.
An Afternoon of Dark Folk & Raw Storytelling... With a voice that hits with the intensity of a hundred Irish poets and a sound rooted in the raw authenticity of the folk tradition, Kenan weaves the storytelling legacy of The Dubliners with the grit of Townes Van Zandt and John Prine + poet, multi-instrumentalist, and veteran of the rails, the Bandit Queen crafts a soundscape of dark folk, blues, and 1920s jazz.
A rare opportunity to experience David McAlmont up close: one voice, one artist, and a body of work that has continually crossed genres while remaining unmistakably his own.
New insights to the undiscovered and the well-traversed corners of folk music. Expect warm-humoured audience interaction, bare-faced honesty, and simply good music.
"Triumphantly vulnerable, and yet in the depths of their heartbreak they can still crack a good joke. How else are you gonna get through it but with a laugh and a tune?"
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
From driving fiddle tunes to the mournful strains of ancient ballads, square peg celebrates the living tradition of Appalachian music while adding their own vibrant twist.
The music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli... Joined monthly by some of the best gypsy jazz musicians from across Europe, come for an evening of improvisation and surprises!
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
The songs are the culmination of all this work in the moments between the busyness, when two songwriters had time to sit and see what they could make of the world.
New Roots presents a night of rocking blues, rhythm & blues, rock’n’roll, country blues and more with hugely respected trio Tom Mansi & The Icebreakers - ‘..this is the stuff!!’ Phil Jupitus, BBC Radio 4 / BBC 6 Music.
Intimate and confessional songs; feelings of loneliness and isolation, of growth and rebirth. A combination of reality born from experiences lived, felt and understood.
Exploring the world of New Orleans music and more with just double bass and piano. Dai Price's voice is "an instrument capable of dark forcefulness and languid tenderness, conjuring up the mercurial spirit of a young, full-throated Alex Chilton." (Songlines)
Drawing influence from John Martyn and Nick Drake, Joe’s delicate and thoughtful fingerpicking style embraces Olive’s warm, sensitive vocals which are likened to Laura Marling and Norah Jones.
Expect well-known classics reimagined in a new light, as well as lesser-known tunes from the extensive catalogue of incredible music attributed to Ella.
Irish songwriter makes his Green Note debut... "Amongst the most vibrant, poignant, and authentic indie folk artists in New York City." - No Depression
Pure Represents, an independent live booking agency, is curating an evening of music where the audience and musicians connect through music in an intimate setting. Rae Morris and Matilda Finn Frances will be showcasing their music across the evening.
“there are vast emotional reserves at work reminiscent of the great Tim Buckley” The Independent / "Nothing really prepares you for Sam Brookes ... he is a national treasure" Folk Radio
With a performance CV that includes collaborations with Wynton Marsalis, Jamie Cullum and Jools Holland, Joe is now making a name for himself as a band leader and as one of the UK's most captivating young pianists
‘The missing link, the joining point, where folk fuses with country – as good as you’ll hear on any record out of Austin or Nashville – beautiful, a malleable mash of folk, country and Alt rock.’ Americana UK
Award-winning blues and soul troubadour, recognised for his exceptional gift as a born entertainer... “One of the best one man shows I’ve ever seen” (Fantastic Negrito, 3 x Grammy Award Winning Artist) / “Easily one of the hardest acts I've ever had to follow.” (Matt Andersen)
"If there is a better New Orleans-style pianist in the UK than the outrageously talented Dale Storr, please point me in his or her direction because he or she must be very, very special" ~ Blues In Britain magazine... tonight celebrating the music of Dr.John and James Booker
Imagine Hank Williams on acid, if David Lynch and Nick Cave had a hillbilly baby that yodelled, or Tom Waits met Elvis Presley at Woody Guthrie’s hobo junction.
Described as “one of the most technically gifted and expressive guitarists in Scotland.” (Innes White), Miguel’s music is tied in with a deep understanding and curiosity of the Traditional Scottish music landscape.
Rose delivers pure, Texas-style country gold: wise, witty, and deeply felt. “A sultry country classicist…” — The New York Times “Gives bite and intelligence back to the genre.” — Rolling Stone
Winner of 2023's UK Blues Federation Award for UK's Best Acoustic Act... Think Tom Waits meets Sonny Terry, with guitar chops that rival the best in blues, folk, Americana, and beyond.
Celebrates the early piano trio line up featuring rhythm guitar in place of drums, united by a joint love for the trios of Oscar Peterson, Nat ‘King’ Cole trio and Art Tatum
“Refined, explosive, surprising, effervescent, and undeniably colorful...Kat Pereira has experience, and we’re lucky to witness her own music coming into bloom.” - Le Canal Auditif
A rare and personal encounter where vulnerability, intensity and musical conversation come together, allowing the stories and emotions behind the songs to unfold naturally in the room.
Inspired by the dance music of Ireland expect plenty of jigs, reels, and polkas, mixed with tunes from Scotland, England, and Scandinavia. As keen instrumentalists they also compose tunes and perform original pieces, rooted in the folk tradition.
A hot & heavy, stamp-your-feet-and-dance, savage Voodoo rhythm ‘n’ blues duo! With Congo Faith Healers frontman Sonny West at the helm, “These guys really rock!” Ronnie Wood
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.
Singer-songwriter with a unique sound that marries storytelling with modern, introspective lyricism, drawing listeners into a space of reflection and serenity
“If you’re not already riding shotgun on the Savannah Gardner train, it’s time to saddle up… she’s blazing a trail through the Americana scene like a tumbleweed on a mission” - Rock the Joint Magazine
Known for his passionate voice, warmth, humour and engaging storytelling, O’Malley’s solo performances create a deeply personal connection with audiences.
Expect an intimate, deeply atmospheric evening - songs, stories, spoken word and moments of stillness with two of the UK's most distinctive and innovative songwriter–performers.
“This is unique and off the wall stuff [...] There is so much to hold our attention and once it has it, we can explore the highways and byways of broken moon to our hearts' content." mp3hugger
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.
Jazz guitarist Patrick Naylor plays songs from his Daily Telegraph Best of 2015 album 'Days of Blue' and his latest Winter Dream mixed with a few jazz classics... "Virtuoso guitar" Time Out
Hailed by Rolling Stone for his “astonishing mastery of his craft,” Ed Blunt is a multi-instrumentalist storyteller whose songs can make you laugh one moment and gently break your heart the next.
A co-celebration of new releases featuring a selection of key collaborators. Delve into the artists' respective releases alongside new and unreleased material. Join us for a memorable night of original music at London's iconic Water Rats.
From the mind-bending rhythms of Bulgaria to the tear-jerking laments of Klezmer, the insatiable grooves of Macedonia and the majesty of Transylvanian music.
The raw emotional honesty of Cure’s vocals, intricate finger-picked guitar and powerfully poetic lyricism have prompted comparisons to acclaimed songwriters Joni Mitchell, Laura Marling and Billie Marten.
Whether lamenting a love lost, celebrating the calming beauty of nature or relating the epic tale of a struggle at sea, Craig Joiner’s songs are informed by experience, observation and vivid imagination.
Hear the songs in their rawest form, alongside stories behind the music and a relaxed, informal Q&A. Expect an honest, close-up experience that brings you right to the heart of the record.
Hailing from the heart of Zululand in South Africa, this SAMA Award winning duo are on a quest to revive the powerful sounds of traditional Maskandi music.
Join two accomplished artists – with intriguing foreign roots and a deep love of British folk – on a stirring and hypnotic musical odyssey of rare beauty.
An unforgettable evening of gothic folk/rock and cinematic storytelling, Platt weaves together folklore, history and the macabre into songs that are as haunting as they are heartfelt.
Together, the Cumbrian cowboy, and the Yorkshire rover are heading off on a country-wide tour, both promoting their new solo releases, and briefly taking a step back from the wild rock & roll circus!
New Roots presents Dexys Midnight Runners' founding member Pete Williams with guitarist Andy Wellings. 'Damn good' Iggy Pop / '..the great Pete Williams' Imelda May.
Critically-acclaimed Italian Jazz vocalist with a repertoire of eclectic tunes from straight ahead jazz standards, swinging blues and beautiful Brazilian songs to quirky pop arrangements.
A distinct soundscape blending experimental, electronic, and traditional folk textures with a magical voice that ‘resonates and shimmers’ (Americana UK)
“...a gritty, rootsy mélange full of sweeping licks, pumping bass lines and tasty harmonies, successfully blending a modern country twang with rollicking bluegrass.” – Steve Harvey, editor, Acoustic Magazine
From gritty re-imaginings of English, Swedish and American tunes to delicate compositions and ethereal improvisations, their spiralling melodies feel like secrets whispered in the dark.
“Her vocals soar… A mix of Wynona Judd smokiness and Dolly Parton realness. Her lyrics sparkle as brightly as her rhinestone jumpsuit.” —Andy Kaufman, Music Connection Magazine
A heady blend of four part harmonies, intricate instrumental arrangements and catchy melodies, they are set to capture the imagination of audiences for many years to come.
"Occasionally an artist has a night that makes even skeptics think, “O.K., maybe he is the best.” Richard Shindell achieved this." — Ann Powers, NY Times
DG Solaris returns to Green Note for his fifth annual end-of-year show, a chance to share new songs and catch up with old friends and supporters, this time joined by the brilliant Hattie Whitehead.
"Occasionally an artist has a night that makes even skeptics think, “O.K., maybe he is the best.” Richard Shindell achieved this." — Ann Powers, NY Times
A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking show; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking show; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
A decade and a half of sisterly artistry distilled into a breathtaking show; a chance to glimpse back with The Rheingans Sisters before their next leap forward.
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.
Deborah Rose casts a spell with her songs and her voice. Her music brings you to another place, a place of calm, a place of wonder, a place of mystery.
Rosie Turton & Miryam Solomon present their duo album maar in a live context- an exploratory conversation between voice, modular synthesizer and trombone.
"Steve Dagleish is a wonderful, engaging performer who combines all the skills of the best singer songwriters." Trevor Lloyd Songwriters Circle Radio Show, 10 Radio
Like Led Zeppelin arm-wrestling Shane McGowan in a Birmingham brewery, like Jimbo band Fruitbat fronting Fairport Convention, like The Albion Band turned up to 11 with their fiddles on fire. Tonic for these troubled times!
The twists and turns of their dialogue delve deep into the dark heart of modern Jazz, with an alchemical blend of intense spiritual jazz, broken beat flavours, angular swing and playful conversations.
"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
“Rarely is a young artist tasked with so much to prove and live up to on their debut. Then again, rarer still are debut albums like this one, which sounds a lot more like a mid-career breakthrough on the level of Car Wheels on a Gravel Road than a tentative first step. Yes, it really is that damn good.” — LONE STAR MUSIC MAGAZINE
“Rarely is a young artist tasked with so much to prove and live up to on their debut. Then again, rarer still are debut albums like this one, which sounds a lot more like a mid-career breakthrough on the level of Car Wheels on a Gravel Road than a tentative first step. Yes, it really is that damn good.” — LONE STAR MUSIC MAGAZINE
“Cortese injects pure sunshine into the evening. Beginning with her strummed violin the song really catches fire when she takes out her bow and plays the fiddle” - Bristol 247
Instrumental songs which serve as the medium through which Hartwin shows his most authentic self, his connection with the divine, and offer hope, joy, inner peace, and emotional support during challenging times.
"Simply put, Hinojosa is a first class songwriter" - CHICAGO TRIBUNE - “First-class handmade music with songs that run deep enough to appeal to the folk & roots crowd…an original artist with a unique sound.” - CHILL@BLUEROSE
A native of the rugged north of Iceland, troubadour and storyteller Svavar Knútur has dedicated his life to exploring the human condition through the lens of his country’s dark and often tragic history and unique melodies and narrative style.
"The Montreal native with the warm, lived-in voice and ability to hop styles like trains has earned comparisons to Bob Dylan, Will Oldham, Bright Eyes, Leonard Cohen and Calexico." Evan Schlansky, American Songwriter
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”.
The music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli... Joined monthly by some of the best gypsy jazz musicians from across Europe, come for an evening of improvisation and surprises!
An irresistible mix of 1930-40’s hot jazz with swing, Parisian Gypsy Manouche style, some latin numbers, and a dash of Chanson Francaise and Italian classics. So good they performed as far as Japan, appeared in Hollywood films, and played for Madonna.
Paying homage to 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, some well-chosen traditional songs and more.
The music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli... Joined monthly by some of the best gypsy jazz musicians from across Europe, come for an evening of improvisation and surprises!
With powerful voices built to echo through their expansive prairie homeland of western Canada, esteemed folk singer-songwriters Mallory Chipman & Lily Monaghan return to the UK & Ireland to present a double bill of soulful original songs, interwoven with carefully selected pieces to celebrate the coming the Winter Solstice.
“One of the UK’s finest folk acts”... "Their harmonies are absolutely stunning and their vocal styles complement each other beautifully, as well as being excellent musicians who really know how to bring their songs to life." Entertainment Focus
Drawing comparisons with Lucinda Williams and Gillian Welch, Canadian artist Lynn Hansen is know for her hard-living style of music, mixing gritty ballads with driving roots-tinged guitar
Although her butterscotch voice, deft fingerstyle guitar, and gospel-charged piano make her a formidable musician, it’s her onstage ease and crackling wit that make each show feel like a knee-to-knee conversation in a room of 5 or 500.
Known for his intricately layered, highly cinematic production values, numerous songs from White’s back catalog have appeared both in film and television.
With mandolin, fiddle, guitar, mandola and mandocello – Collins composes, produces, arranges, writes and teaches across multiple genres, including a popular collision of folk, jazz, bluegrass, celtic, and classical.
Aotearoa Music Award Winner and 4 x Australian Golden Guitar nominated songwriter, who weaves folk and country influences around stories of family, nostalgia and connection to the land.