by Fion | Feb 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Gigspanner Big Band are a unique force in British folk music. Their high-energy, virtuosic performances appeal equally to traditionalists and to those looking for something more experimental. Beginning life as a trio – with fiddle player Peter Knight being... 
by Fion | Feb 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Sam Kelly is a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winning musician, singer, songwriter, and producer from Norfolk; he has become one of the most accomplished and well-respected performers on the UK folk scene. His band The Lost Boys has gained a reputation as one of the best live... 
by Fion | Feb 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Since emerging in 2016, Hannah & Ben have been defying all conventions of style, genre and compartmentalisation. A touch of ‘Americana’, yet quintessentially English. Traditional, yet contemporary, with their individual writing style. Playful and instinctive, they... 
by Fion | Feb 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
We couldn’t celebrate 40 years of Ely Folk Festival Folk without inviting back one of our most favourite performers – Gerry Colvin. Gerry is one of the most endearing and energetic performers around, equally at home in intimate clubs or supporting Status... 
by Fion | Feb 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Nominated for eight UK Blues Awards and British Blues Challenge finalists, and with a Number 1 blues single and album to their name, The Milk Men have earned a reputation as the one of the most dynamic and enjoyable live bands on the circuit. Their six albums of... 
by Fion | Feb 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Statesboro, Georgia-born, Cambridge, England-based guitarist singer and songwriter Brooks Williams, a leading light on the roots acoustic music scene, has over 33 recordings and has appeared at countless venues and festivals for over three decades. From Celtic...
