Folk Bands and Artists
Al Stewart
Al started his career on the 1960s London folk scene, performing alongside Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Roy Harper and Richard Thompson, and sharing a flat with Paul Simon. He became known for comb…
Alaa Zouiten
London
Alaa Zouiten was born in Casablanca, Morocco, where he began his career as a master performer of the oud. Alaa moved to Germany in 2009, where he continued to experiment with the stylistic, technical …
Alabaster DePlume
Musician and poet Alabaster de Plume has toured internationally, engaging dozens of musicians, visual artists, performers and film-makers in a series of original projects around Europe and the UK. His…
Alan Benzie
Glasgow
The first-ever winner of the Young Scottish Jazz Musician of the Year title, Alan Benzie went on to study at Berklee School of Music in Boston, where he won the coveted Billboard Award. Since returni…
Alan Reid
Alan Reid was an ever-present member of Battlefield Band from 1969-2010 when, after four decades, he decided that it was time to bow out, in order to develop his writing and to follow other musical pa…
Alan Rose & Lynda Hardcastle
Keighley
Yorkshire couple – former members of Grace Notes, INPO, Mountain Ash and other groups, and popular performers at the Whitby festival – sing traditional and contemporary songs in harmony with guitar
Alan Tennie
Glasgow
22 year old Singer/songwriter from Glasgow. Debut EP ´Never Mind the Rain´ now available on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/never-mind-the-rain-ep/id666831555
Alan West, Steve Black & Adam Sweet
Alan West, for many years, has been regarded as having one of the greatest voices to come out of the UK. His emotional, yet informative way of singing a story, has moved many an audience all over the …
www.alanwest.co.ukAlasdair Fraser
"Alasdair Fraser is recognized throughout the world as one of the finest fiddle players Scotland has ever produced. [His] name is synonymous with the vibrant cultural renaissance which is transforming…
Alasdair Roberts
Alasdair Roberts is a musician (primarily a guitarist and singer) who is based in Glasgow Scotland. He has worked with Drag City Records since 1997, firstly releasing three albums of self-written mate…
www.alasdairroberts.comAlash
Alash are masters of Tuvan throat singing, a remarkable technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time. Masters of traditional Tuvan instruments as well as the art of throat singing, Alash ar…
Alastair Caplin
With his fiddle playing described as “Exquisite, passionate playing” (Scotsman) and his film composing as “Extraordinary” (The Times) and “One to look out for, a rising star” (Howard Goodall, Classic …
Alastair Savage
Glasgow
Folk fiddle player originally from Ayrshire. 6th album released in 2022 entitled ´Tunes from The River´. Critically acclaimed previous albums featuring original and traditional fiddle music from Scotl…
ALAW
Wales
ALAW is three leading musicians who bring a wealth of experience to a shared passion – the traditional music of Wales. Whether unearthing rare gems or reimagining a well loved melody they treat their …
Albert Jones
Since releasing his debut album ‘Come Alive’, Albert has been working hard, touring the UK, playing festivals, venues and zoom calls. He’s even dipped his toe into the European touring scene. His l…
Albert Man
London
Praised by BBC Radio Head of Music as a “brilliant singer-songwriter,” Albert Man is an “insightful artist to watch” according to Pledge Music’s managing editor Matt Conner. He has established himself…
Albiez Trio
Fiddler Tóla Custy, harper Laoise Kelly and whistle player Cormac Breatnach formed the Albiez Trio in the idyllic surrounds of the French Alps at the CeltiCimes music festival back in 2014. As a group…
Albino
Albino are an indie rock band based in and around London. This quartet ensemble are a whisky-fuelled misdemeanour in musical form that deliver infectious, vibrant, foot-stomping tunes. Think of a hous…
Alden, Patterson and Dashwood
Norwich
Alden Patterson and Dashwood weave rich harmonies with fiddle, dobro and mandolin around a combination of finely crafted original compositions and traditional songs. The trio features members of much …
Aldous Harding
Aldous Harding’s music is not for the faint of heart. Disarming in its desolate imagery and stark instrumentation, it deals with the raw materials of life: death, birth, grief and love. There are few …
Ale Carr
Swedish folk musician, teacher and composer Ale Carr hails from the Skåne region in southern Sweden. He is a founder member of the band Dreamers´ Circus. Ale is recognised as one of the leading player…
Alejandra Ribera
Montreal
Armed with two excellent musicians and one of the most powerful voices in Canada, Alejandra Ribera weaves between languages, seducing audiences and luring them into an intimate world filled with deep …
Alela Diane
The nuanced writing and clear voice of Portland, Oregon-based artist Alela Diane have long since wowed the likes of Pitchfork, NME and Paste. Her fifth solo album Cusp (released early 2018) was record…
Alessi´s Ark
LONDON
It’s been a gradual burning, shimmering process for the remarkable Alessi’s Ark. A name and cinematic voice which has been built upon years of experimentation, travel, resilience and triumph. Alessi h…
Alex Alex
London
Alex Alex writes huge, darkly textured music. He plays wild and ethereal guitar layered with moving lyrics and a crystalline vocal. Fresh out of recording his debut EP at Abbey Road, Alex Alex´s music…
